Straight Swivel Sling Base questions

[FMI]

I have two questions about Straight Swivel Sling Bases.

(1) Does anyone make any in stainless?
(2) Does anyone have any advise on recessed installation on a wood stock?

 

[Joel Russo]

If you're talking about the screw in type, they are made in stainless. I have both the wood thread and the machine thread. I believe they came from Brownells years ago.

As for the recessed installation on a wood stock.... I'll assume you're referring to the "flush cup" type. When I install these, I mill the stock to a diameter slightly smaller than the cup, then glue and screw them in. The cups are threaded.

If I'm off here, please be more specific on the type you're referring to.

 

[FMI]

Joel,

I'm referring to the type that use two screws for the instillation of each ling stud. If I can't find any stainless then I'll have to go with the screw type.

 

[Joel Russo]

FMI,

I think the ones you're referring to are made by Miles Gilbert and are available through Midway. They are only listed in blued.

If you have access to a milling machine, I would use it to mill the stock for the base, then screw it with the provided screws.

 

[FMI]

Joel,

I might be able to get them milled in a fried of a friend deal... I'll look into that. I was hoping that someone made them in S/S

 

[Joel Russo]

FMI,

If you have trouble getting it done, send it all to me and I'll do for you if you cover the shipping.

 

[FMI]

Joel,

I appericate the offer, I might have to take you up on that.