When it comes to Rifle silencers… there’s AAC, KAC, and Surefire in the mainstream. If you’re talking PISTOL and RIMFIRE cans, the field opens up a bit since those cans aren’t exposed to as intense amounts of heat and pressure.
I personally won’t buy Surefire since they originally did NOT offer their cans to civilians. And I’ve never seen a KAC in real life. So I’ve got two AAC rifle cans.
There was one for sale at Scottsdale Gun Club when I was there a couple of weeks ago.
When Surefire started selling cans there was a law in California that stated they couldn’t sell cans out of state. That was challenged somehow apparently, and now OPS and SF are available.
Many, many shops have cans in stock. For what good it will do a New Yorker…
I’d pick KAC overall. I wish they made a 9x19mm pistol can. I’d buy one. Or three.
Only peace/police officers can own them. I’m trying to figure out what the process is here since even the friendly folks at the NFA branch either think personal ownership is a no no or they don’t know all the specifics of jumping through their own hoops to get approved. I have a good idea but I’d like to get clear cut answers as to what address I’d have to use on the forms since I can only own them as a LEO, who needs to sign,etc etc. No one has called me back even though they discovered the exemption for possession does exist. Seems like I’m just running a maze at this point. Feels almost like I asked someone to divulge national security info. Not sure if I’m getting a run around, ignored or what. You’d think the agency responsible for administering the disaster that is the NFA would at least be able to give me a clear answer but,to my surprise, it’s the government! 
I’ve never been to the new location. Maybe one of these days… I really hate going into most gun stores.
Let me ask you this (and anyone else that could tell me): I currently have a SF FA-556 for my ARs. I would like to get an AAC for my precision rifle. I’ll be firing that rifle with the suppressor on >99% of the time (if not 100%).
From the AAC line, I’m thinking of choosing the Cyclone over the 762-SD because I’m really not going to have a use for a fast-attach system. Is there any reason to choose the 762-SD over the Cyclone for this task? Or is the Cyclone the better option here (because it seems to be to me)?
Is the Cyclone a thread on?
I don’t really believe in thread on cans for anything other than pistols.
But then, why let logic, reason, and fact interrupt yet another biased, hysterical jab based in ignorance?
If you identify what exactly you want your suppressor to do, that might help find the suppressor that fits. If you want one just because you can, then just about any will fit that requirement.
I have an OPS Inc for a precision AR. It’s the only gun it it goes on, and is in place for about 90% of the shooting requirements for that gun. I chose it due to it’s solid and proven performance in the given role.
I chose the AAC for the SBR’s due to it’s solid and proven performance in that role, with the rifle it was bought for.
When I went looking to buy a .30 Cal suppressor, GemTech won out because it suited the role better than others I had tried.
The Rimfire suppressors are all GemTech, because they are cheaper than the others, and after having fired many of the other manufacturers offerings in rimfire calibers, decided there was not enough of a practical difference to justify the cost differences. I also do not shoot my .22 suppressors full-auto, or subject them to a harsh firing schedule, so longevity and durability were not much of a factor. They are, lets get real…toys.
KAC Suppressors got a look for 5.56 models, but I was not happy about any of the mounting methods available at the time. They have expanded a bit, and if I were still in the market I would take a second look. But I’m not.
Define your requirements for the suppressor first, then go find the one that fits those requirements best. All suppressors have a finite service life, and none will last forever. If you intend on abusing your suppressor, it might be in your best interest to list durability and longevity in your requirements. But if you are a 500 rounds a year shooter, spread out over 12 months, paying the extra money for a can rated to withstand full-auto fire might simply be extra money paid for a feature you don’t really need.
Jaydoc-
if you want to limit it to your preciscion rig the CYCLONE is a great choice- it is one of the quietest cans out there. That said, if you see multi-use on a 5.56 semi, or a 7.62 semi, the 762-SD (or our upcoming 762-SDN-6) may be a better choice as they are easily and quickly switched between hosts and are built for higher schedule firing. Plus, they require mounts, so when the can is not mounted the host weapons will have the benefit of flash hiders or muzzle brakes.
For a bolt gun where accuracy and maximum sound reduction are the main goals, the CYCLONE is the best choice.
I would take a serious consideration to customer support from the suppressor manufacturers. Some have been lacking in this area lately and it’s sad to see.
Thanks, I appreciate the info and quick response.
The ability to change the suppressor from weapon to weapon is a HUGE selling point for most folks, and a large driver of why so many companies invested in creating the mounts to accomplish it.
As rob_s pointed out, the 762 SDN is bringing the best of all worlds together. A multi-caliber capable centerfire can that is the same size as most of the popular 5.56 cans.
I got on the list to buy one.
If we could buy a suppressor with a simple 4473 and NICS check, there would be more of the guys that buy one suppressor for each weapon. Unfortunately, they are taxed and regulated so customers are looking for best value and the ability to mount on many weapons with one suppressor.
Actually if I had not already purchased a Surefire for my 5.56 ARs last year then the SD-N-6 would be a no-brainer for me. It may still be what I get just in case of future purchases so I could switch from my bolt gun to .308 semi. I just thought since I plan on using it primarily on a long range gun that the threaded option of the Cyclone might give me better long-range accuracy over the fast attach of the SD.
I own a few AAC cans. I like them!
I’m not going to buy into this.
Gemtech, until recently, used aluminum thread inserts on their .22lr cans. What are you going to do when your steel on aluminum threads seize up together when removing and installing your silencer?
The AAC element is vastly superior to any other 22lr silencer on the market today. The ability to take it apart so it can’t fill up with lead and it will last a lifetime make it above anything else on the market.
You get what you pay for…
Interesting. I couldn’t be happier with my direct 5/8x24 thread on AAC Cyclone on my Rem 700. But what the hell do I know?
