Other Uses of the Constrictor

Please read our article, How to Use The Constrictor.  It explains the primary use of the Constrictor, as a shooting aid.  It works in conjunction with your favorite tactical sling to let you use the combination for more accurate shooting when shooting from elbow-supported positions (such as kneeling, sitting, and prone). 

Fortunately, the Constrictor can be utilized for much more than wrapping your arm for sling-supported shooting.  The webbing hook's ability to hook into itself or other objects makes it useful for a variety of shooting situations.   

Trekking Poles

Many hunters use trekking poles for hiking up the hills and mountains in search of big game.  They, too, can provide a steadier shot.  Instead of gripping the two poles with the support hand while trying to also steady the rifle, the two poles can be wrapped with the Constrictor to free the support hand for better accuracy (see picture below).

To set this up, loosen the end of the Constrictor and open the loop on the rifle attachment end enough to slip over the trekking poles.  Slide the Constrictor over the foam portions of the poles and tighten the loop down as much as possible.  Coarse elevation adjustments can be made by lengthening or shortening the trekking poles.  Small adjustments in elevation can be made by tilting the poles once you get into your shooting position.

To further steady your shooting position, the webbing hook can be connected to a heavy object, such as a pack.  You will want the object to make contact with the ground in order to prevent the pendulum effect from disturbing your shot.  An object such as a pack provides a third point of contact for the trekking poles and can provide a steadier shot to increase your accurate hunting range. 

We have found it best to pull the trekking poles tightly towards the body while pushing forward with the rifle via a barricade stop.  Doing so creates a push/ pull tension that steadies the muzzle.  Be warned, however, that barricade stops can chew up the foam on the poles.  Experiment with it and figure out what technique works best for you.   

Barricades

Horizontal supports such as cross beams on fences, barricades, tree limbs, etc. can be looped by the Constrictor to steady the muzzle, reduce oscillation, and maximize your accuracy.  To use, simply attach the Constrictor to your forward most attachment point on the forearm of the rifle.  Wrap the horizontal support or barricade with the Constrictor and then hook it back onto itself completely wrapping the support.  When getting into your shooting position, push forward on the rifle taking all of the slack out of the Constrictor and putting tension on the muzzle.  See the picture below.

Tether

Tethers can be a handy way of keeping your shooting bags attached to the rifle for quick use. Don't carry the extra weight of support gear that can only serve one purpose.Throw one of the Constrictors into your gear bag so that it can be used for a variety of shooting positions, or to tether your bag.   The Constrictor can be used in a variety of ways to enhance your shooting and make sure that you're hitting the target!