FMA Sling Catch Strap for Vests and Plate Carriers — Tan

The FMA Sling Catch Strap is a polymer and nylon sling retainer designed to secure a weapon sling to the shoulder strap of a tactical vest or plate carrier, keeping it in place during movement. The attachment system adjusts to fit shoulder straps of different widths without requiring any modification to the vest.

The problem this accessory addresses is straightforward: when running a single-point or two-point sling under the weight of a full kit, the sling tends to drift laterally, rub against the neck, and snag on hydration tubing or radio cables. The catch strap anchors it to the shoulder strap and reduces skin friction without stiffening the load-bearing system or interfering with a quick release of the sling itself. The polymer construction holds its shape even under sustained load.

It should be noted that this component keeps the sling on the shoulder strap but does not replace a quick-release system: anyone who needs to drop the entire sling in an emergency should verify that the catch strap is compatible with the quick release already fitted to their vest. The velcro band allows installation and removal in a few seconds without tools, which is a practical advantage when configuring kit, but it does require that the vest shoulder strap has a suitable surface for attachment.

Key points

• Secures the sling to the vest or plate carrier shoulder strap, eliminating lateral drift during fast movement
• Reduces sling-to-neck friction during extended use
• Prevents snagging on hydration tubing and radio cables, keeping kit organised
• Velcro attachment allows tool-free installation and removal, fitting shoulder straps of varying widths
• Polymer and nylon construction that holds its shape under continuous load

In the box

• 1x FMA Sling Catch Strap