Overview
This RAM swivel set brings quick-detach convenience to rifles and shotguns fitted with traditional wood stocks and fore-ends. Rather than the classic slot-and-pin swivel that needs a screwdriver and patience to remove, each loop here locks onto a stud with a spring-loaded push button, so a sling can be clipped on or stripped off in a couple of seconds - useful when moving between a sling-carry walk-in and a steady rest for the shot.
The set includes two complete swivel-and-stud assemblies: one for the fore-end and one for the butt stock. Each stud has a coarse wood screw thread that bites directly into the timber, with a nylon washer under the swivel head to stop metal-on-wood wear and keep the fit snug as the wood moves with humidity.
RAM is a budget-friendly name well known in the South African gun trade for exactly this kind of practical hardware - swivels, studs, slings and small rifle fittings that do the job without the price tag of the premium American brands. This set suits anyone re-fitting an older wood-stocked rifle or shotgun, or simply replacing worn or missing factory swivels.
Key Features
- Quick-detach heads use a push-button release so the sling loop can be removed or refitted in seconds, without tools.
- Coarse wood screw studs are driven straight into a wood stock and fore-end, needing only a pilot hole and a screwdriver or hex key to fit.
- Nylon washers sit between the swivel body and the wood surface, cushioning the joint and protecting the stock finish from scuffing.
- Matte black finish blends with most factory stock hardware and sling fittings, so the set does not stand out against a blued or black-finished rifle.
- Sold as a matched pair, giving one swivel for the fore-end and one for the butt, so both mounting points are covered in a single purchase.
Technical Specifications
| Brand |
RAM |
| Type |
Quick-detach sling swivel with wood screw stud |
| Quantity |
Set of 2 (fore-end and butt swivel) |
| Mounting |
Wood screw stud (self-tapping into timber) (typical) |
| Release Mechanism |
Push-button quick-detach |
| Finish |
Matte black |
| Body Material |
Steel (typical) |
| Washer Material |
Nylon |
| Loop Width |
25mm (1 inch) (typical) |
| Stock Compatibility |
Wood stocks and fore-ends only |
| Fitting Tools Required |
Screwdriver or hex key, pilot drill bit |
Fit & Compatibility
These swivels suit any shotgun or rifle with a solid wood stock and fore-end, where the stud can be driven directly into the timber - think classic bolt-action hunting rifles, double-barrel and pump shotguns, and older lever-actions. They are not meant for synthetic or polymer stocks, which generally need a bolt-through swivel stud or sling attachment point moulded into the furniture rather than a wood screw thread. If the stock already has swivel studs fitted, check the thread and head size before drilling new holes, as the stud supplied here is a one-piece wood screw rather than a drop-in replacement for a bolt-on stud.
Sizing & Adjustment
Both swivels in the set are the same size, so either can go on the fore-end or the butt depending on how the rifle is set up. The wood screw stud is driven in with a pilot hole slightly narrower than the screw's core diameter, to stop the wood splitting, and should sit flush so the nylon washer takes the bearing load rather than the wood itself. Once fitted, the push-button head opens by pressing the knurled plunger, letting the sling loop swing free of the stud without removing the stud itself.
In the Box
Two complete quick-detach swivel assemblies, each with its wood screw stud and nylon washer pre-fitted. No sling, drill bit or mounting screws are included beyond the integral wood screw stud itself.
Care & Maintenance
A light wipe with gun oil on the swivel body and button mechanism keeps the quick-detach action smooth, especially if the rifle sees damp hunting conditions. Check the stud periodically for any loosening in the wood, as repeated sling tension can work a screw stud free over years of use, and re-seat or replace if the swivel starts to rock in its hole.
Who It's For
Hunters and sport shooters running a wood-stocked rifle or shotgun who want the convenience of quick-detach sling handling without the cost of premium branded swivel sets. Also a sensible pick for anyone restoring an older rifle whose original swivels are missing, bent or seized.
FAQ
Will these fit a synthetic stock? No - the wood screw stud needs solid timber to bite into; synthetic stocks need a different stud type.
Do I need to drill a hole first? Yes, a small pilot hole is recommended to stop the wood splitting as the screw is driven in.
Can I use just one swivel from the set? Yes, though they are sold and priced as a matched pair of two.
Are these compatible with other brands' QD slings? Generally yes, as the push-button QD head follows the common industry pattern used across most sling swivel brands.
