On my first safari, PG only I started out using a sling. After day 2 I removed and never put back on. Where we were hunting I was carrying more unslung than slung because of thick brush. On my DG hunts I have never used a sling. I carry cradle in my arm or over my shoulder muzzle behind me if no one is behind me. Even now on PG hunts I use no sling. It always seems in way at the wrong time. I am a big guy and can carry my rifle all day without any fatigue on my arms.