11-04-2008, 22:22
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Seeking Suppressor Input
Well being that NBC just announced that BHO just won the presidency (Oh god I just threw up in my mouth). I'm going out and buying all the hardware I can before the Dumocrats ban it.
So, I am looking for input and advice on the best 5.56 mm sound suppressor out there.
It will be going on a 10.5 inch Colt Commando.
I would like it to have a QD attachment (I am willing to put a new flash suppressor on the weapon itself if need be)
I am looking for the toughest, lightest, shortest and the quietest suppressor that maintains or increases accuracy and has little to no POI shift.
I understand those requirements are unrealistic but I am looking for the best compromise.
I have done a lot of searching on here, through google, and on other forums. My research has me initially leaning towards a Surefire or an AAC, I have also heard good stuff about SRTARMS suppressors. However, I have never owned a suppressor so my knowledge is limited.
This will be used for general shooting and it might see some duty use in the future.
TIA for your time and assistance
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11-04-2008, 22:27
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11-05-2008, 08:57
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Smokin Joe
Well being that NBC just announced that BHO just won the presidency (Oh god I just threw up in my mouth). I'm going out and buying all the hardware I can before the Dumocrats ban it.
So, I am looking for input and advice on the best 5.56 mm sound suppressor out there.
It will be going on a 10.5 inch Colt Commando.
I would like it to have a QD attachment (I am willing to put a new flash suppressor on the weapon itself if need be)
I am looking for the toughest, lightest, shortest and the quietest suppressor that maintains or increases accuracy and has little to no POI shift.
I understand those requirements are unrealistic but I am looking for the best compromise.
I have done a lot of searching on here, through google, and on other forums. My research has me initially leaning towards a Surefire or an AAC, I have also heard good stuff about SRTARMS suppressors. However, I have never owned a suppressor so my knowledge is limited.
This will be used for general shooting and it might see some duty use in the future.
TIA for your time and assistance
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If you have to have the shortest set-up available that will meet your other requirements, the Surefire FA556K is the way to go.
If you could go to a 12" barrel, the standard SureFire FA556 would be even better.
The SureFires are accurate, have a negligable POI shift, quick to install and remove, are good at reducing the sound signature, and are the most durable cans I have tried.
The only other one I would consider that could meet your needs is the Ops Inc can, if you can get one.
Best of luck.
TR
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11-05-2008, 10:23
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Any recommendations as far as charging handles such as PRI Gas Buster's to reduce gas to the grill??
I'm a piston puppet, I don't have that issue!
As usual, pictures of your setup once complete would be greatly appreciated.
And those that have Carte Blanche from Household 6 are expected to have post X-mas pics ready to share 
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11-05-2008, 11:02
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11-05-2008, 16:35
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Thank you all for the info, much appreciated.
TR,
I'm not opposed to a slightly longer barrel, but I was hoping to put that money towards other firearms and ammo purchases.
Is the FA556 that much better than the FA556K?
Also are Surefire cans still able to handle an extremely high round count? I'm not expecting to be burning that much ammo, I'm just looking for a long term investment versus having to buy another can after 10k or 20k worth of rounds.
TIA
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11-05-2008, 16:41
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Smokin Joe
Thank you all for the info, much appreciated.
TR,
I'm not opposed to a slightly longer barrel, but I was hoping to put that money towards other firearms and ammo purchases.
Is the FA556 that much better than the FA556K?
Also are Surefire cans still able to handle an extremely high round count? I'm not expecting to be burning that much ammo, I'm just looking for a long term investment versus having to buy another can after 10k or 20k worth of rounds.
TIA
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I thought I had already posted a review, but the suppressor division chief at SureFire told me that they cut a can down with 30,000 rounds through it and it showed no appreciable wear. They have a pretty good warranty, regardless.
The FA556 comes back further over the barrel than the FA556K, giving another 3 dB of sound suppression and better heat sink function for a couple of inches length, but that is another upper to build/buy.
Your call.
TR
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