Weellll.....<br><br>Just as devils' advocate, in open country, a sling probably works great, but when I've tried learning to use one, I always end up getting them tangled in brush and tree limbs. Also isn't any where near as easy to use to a slingshot.<br><br>Then again, my first rule on survial gear is "Can I use it in shock, one handed, while hypothermic and my knee dilocated again?" I'm not picky