Yeah, especially with smooth leather or nylon. This one has suede on the back side of the pad so it offers good traction although it has smoothed a little over time carrying it. I get the same sensation with African carry too. Most of my long guns are balanced better for American though, butt heavy, so that’s the way they get carried. If I need to go hands free they go across my back but still muzzle up…lots of miles on foot with a long gun and never a problem so I stick with it, more comfortable for me.