Gunwolf, thanks, that is similar to what was made for me by my friend. Mike, the one my friend made is also 3/4" and fits exactly in the old German sling swivels. He knows what he is doing, it turns out. I still want to get the screw-end at the butt stock, so the thicker and better anchoring end is over my shoulder. So I will keep pawing at this like a zombie until I succeed or keep it the way it is. Thanks again for all your help, chaps.

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