I have narrowed it down to either the SWR Spectre II, or the Huntertown Guardian SS. Due to certain attributes, the Guardian appeals more to me, but I can’t find them in stock anywhere. I’d like to get the process started as soon as possible, so can anyone tell me if going with the Spectre, which is in stock, will be a mistake compared to the Guardian.
Thanks,
Pete
I can’t help, but try contacting member “Orkan” and he can likely assist you.
I went with the Spectre II for my needs, should have it by March.
Thanks. I am such an impatient person, and with the potential for additional legislation, I pulled the trigger on the Spectre II a few minutes ago. So, my OP is now a moot point. :rolleyes:
I have no experience with the Huntertown, but I don’t think you will be disappointed with the Spectre II.
I recommended the Spectre 2…build like a tank, quiet, and probably the best value on the market.
Without knowing the reasons for your decision, it is impossible to know if it is a mistake.
HTA are great entry level cans. You get what you pay for… 
The single most important thing in a recreational .22 caliber can is the ability to clean it easily.
I know, blah blah quiet blah blah first round pop… when you’re the guy putting brick after brick of 22 through it and having to clean it the ability to get that ****er apart without tools and scrub it out easily is everything.
Ryan is correct.
I have shot many a round through the SWR Spectre II and you would like it. I have no personal experience with the Huntertown Guardian. I see that the Guardian is about half the price as the SWR. Visually the SWR looks a little better built, but I like the way it breaks down.
But, then again, I look at it this way. Sure I want a good deal, but regardless of price, NFA form 4 is $200.00 no matter how much the suppressor cost. I usually tend to go with the best quality I can afford, since I want my suppressors to be around for a long, long time.
I’ve tried almost every brand suppressor out there and I usually tend to go with AAC cans, based solely on engineering and build quality, in my opinion. There plenty of fine suppressor manufacturers out ther, but ultimately it comes down to, are you a Ford or Chevy guy? In the end the tie breaker is a personal decision.
Good luck with whatever you go with and find another hobby, during the ATF wait. :fie: Or you’ll go crazy, especially under the current administration.
PA
Years ago I went with an entry level can(TAC65) to save money. I wish I’d gone for top shelf. Lesson learned after the fact. The Spectre is made is all stainless steel which makes cleaning much easier then cans with aluminium construction. The cleaning and disassembly hassle I struggle with now more than exceeds the cost difference I would have paid if I bought the Spectre. Buy once cry once!
I own two SWR Spectre-II’s. If I were to buy another .22 can, I’d then own three Spectre-II’s.
Exactly.
PA
My preference for the Guardian was the warranty and price, but as previously stated, availability (and my lack of patience) caused the Spectre II to win out, so it’s now a moot question.
Thanks to all who chimed in on their experiences with the Spectre II…made me feel pretty damn good about my purchase.
There are many good cans out there. I personally enjoy my spectre suppressor and if doing it again I would (it’s truly multical vs most others … but it is heavier due to rediculous over engineering so it’s basically a “forever can”).
Go big or go home. All SS guts, multicaliber, and good warranty/CS counts for me. I figure it’s a lifetime device and I’d like to cover myself as much as possible regarding the future. I’d stay away from Aluminum since it’s tougher to clean.
One of the things I forgot to mention, regarding suppressors (not necessarily .22lr cans), If I’m getting a NATO round suppressor, I tend to pick suppressors that have NSN#s (National Stock Number).
If they’re government contract it most likely means that one of our military branches had the manufacturer build it to their specifications, which tend to follow stricter engineering and performance guidelines than that of, typically civilian suppressors.
Just food for thought when making a suppressor decision.
PA
The Spectre has no competition in the rimfire world of silencers.
I can agree with this. I like and have shot many .22 cans but I really like the spectre. I’m having my spectre upgraded to the new internals as the take down will be even easier. I shoot 1000s of rounds through my Spectre and it is still as good today as when I bought it 4 years ago… Simply perfect and perfectly simple.
Liking my sparrow, but after hearing the specter I don’t know. I think if I ever buy again it might be specter. Need more rounds to shoot…
Sparrow is a good can. I wouldn’t have a problem owning one, in fact my buddy has one and he loves it. Very light and quiet. The trade off is the spectre is heavier due to all stainless construction and for high volume shooters it is a blessing to easily clean the little bastard after weeks of shooting it on bulk pack ammo. That’s where the specter really shines.