Anyone used this suppressor or have any recommendations for a better one?
SALE - SilencerCo Specwar K 556 $549
SALE - SilencerCo Specwar K 556 $549
NFA talk. For reviews and recommendations by fellow stamp collectors.
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policemedic
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I use a Surefire can and muzzle brake adapter. I see no compelling reason to use anything else right now.
I had to look that one up. I wasn't familiar with the brand other than their flashlights. It looks like a good one. Thanks for sharing.
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SilencerCo reviews are widely positive. Their Omega specifically is supposed to be a good can. Not sure if you're on their email list, but they are running a military appreciation promotion through November with participating dealers.
Not sure how much it'd save you if anything, but could be worth checking out. More info. (sort of) at SPEQ - SilencerCo
Not sure how much it'd save you if anything, but could be worth checking out. More info. (sort of) at SPEQ - SilencerCo
I went to SHOT Show last year and meet the guys who started OSS Suppressors. Their design is new and I agree, revolutionary. They do not have the standard baffles. They have designed a series of long chambers and channels that wrap around and get smaller and smaller on the outside. Seems like this might be the new thing. Apparently they are in reliability testing with USSOCOM. Here's their Technology
X2 on Surfire suppresser's.
Thanks for the heads up brother. I will check that out.
Hmm..Very interesting.
I just wish the military would design a standard flash hider for suppressed weapons and force manufacturers to build to that standard. Proprietary flash hiders do nothing but up the overall cost.
I couldn't agree more. If they were all the same and able to use all suppressors that would be truly awesome.
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The issue is , especially with SBRs, the flash hider needs to be pinned so that the barrel meets minimum length for legality. a 14.5" barrel needs a 1.5' flash hider to be at the legal 16", and the flash hider has to be permanently affixed to the barrel for most states that allow SBRs. Every manufacturer wants to be cool and have their proprietary flash hider, so the standardization is a moot point. the good thing, it keeps gunsmiths/armorers in business.
That is not always the case brother. If you have a registered with the NFA/BATFE SBR the flash hider doesn't have to be pinned. Like in my case it is a Colt 6933 registered and tax stamp received.
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I realize a lot of guys aren't familiar with the NFA. If you guys want I can do a complete write up on how to go about getting registered short barreled rifles, short barreled shotguns, suppressors and fully automatic weapons. Just say the word and it will be done.
I would love more information about it so I could apply once I get some extra cash built up.
Just a heads-up, check your state laws regarding NFA weapons. There are more than few states that have laws that do not allow for automatic weapons, SBR/SBS and suppressors. Regardless of your ability to meet BATF's requirements (I.e. Federal laws) you are still responsible to be legal at the state and local levels.
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After using a Surefire 5.56 can for the last 2.5 years I would most definitely go in a different direction if I was spending my own money, but that's just me.
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I've used the SilencerCo Omega. It was relatively light, smaller, and did a nice job of suppressing 300 Blackout, even with super rounds.
Note: In re: to mil and LEO special pricing, FWIW, I've heard LEO pricing may actually be better than mil pricing for those that may be applicable for both.
Note: In re: to mil and LEO special pricing, FWIW, I've heard LEO pricing may actually be better than mil pricing for those that may be applicable for both.
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policemedic
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What issues have you seen ? I'm probably running the same can you are. So is another dude on my team. We shoot a lot, but in a different environment than you do. So far we haven't had any issues; they've held up well and are as quiet with our ammo as I think we can expect.
I'd be interested in hearing your opinion.
How to purchase NFA items. First you want to make sure you live in a state that allows civilian ownership of these items. This link tells you what NFA items are allowed by state under NFA weapons restricted. This will tell you if you can own SBRs, SBSs, silencers, and select fire machine guns in your state. Gun laws in the United States by state - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
At this time, the following states allow private ownership of silencers: AL, AR, AK, AZ, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MO, MS, MT, ND, NE, NV, NH, NM, NC, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV, and WY. Of the thirteen states that do not allow civilian ownership, CA, IA, MA, and MI allow Class 3 dealers and Class 2 manufacturers to possess silencers.
If you do live in a state that allows civilian ownership then I suggest that you set up a trust. Yes there are other ways to go about purchasing a NFA item but I find the trust to be the easiest way to do it since it doesn't require asking permission of the local CLEO. This is the guy I used and he is a very stand up guy. Very fast and courteous. https://nfalawyers.com/
Once you get your trust set up and have all paperwork signed and notarized then you are ready to find a local dealer who deals in NFA items. Carry your FULL set of paperwork you received from your attorney, a check so you can pay for your 200 dollar tax stamp. The dealer will take care of the rest. Then to wait 3-6 months for approval!!
So really not that long of a write up as I expected. If you guys have any other questions I will be happy to answer them if I can. If I cannot I know someone that can.
At this time, the following states allow private ownership of silencers: AL, AR, AK, AZ, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MO, MS, MT, ND, NE, NV, NH, NM, NC, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV, and WY. Of the thirteen states that do not allow civilian ownership, CA, IA, MA, and MI allow Class 3 dealers and Class 2 manufacturers to possess silencers.
If you do live in a state that allows civilian ownership then I suggest that you set up a trust. Yes there are other ways to go about purchasing a NFA item but I find the trust to be the easiest way to do it since it doesn't require asking permission of the local CLEO. This is the guy I used and he is a very stand up guy. Very fast and courteous. https://nfalawyers.com/
Once you get your trust set up and have all paperwork signed and notarized then you are ready to find a local dealer who deals in NFA items. Carry your FULL set of paperwork you received from your attorney, a check so you can pay for your 200 dollar tax stamp. The dealer will take care of the rest. Then to wait 3-6 months for approval!!
So really not that long of a write up as I expected. If you guys have any other questions I will be happy to answer them if I can. If I cannot I know someone that can.
A trust is one way to go about it, for some of you who own a business (I.e. You have incorporated or opened an LLC) your business can own the NFA items. Say some of you dirty war profiteers who open a business in order to work as a subcontractor, etc. Even I you own a painting company. But yeah, the company owns it, and you as the manager act as the controller of the item. The good part of a trust, you can add people and or pass the trust on to others, which means the item could be passed onto a relative or the like. If the company owns it, you can make others a manager of the company and allow them to serve as the controlling person, but I you sell the company, or shut it down, the item will need to be sold to another company or individual.
Both of these routes avoids the need for the chief LEO in your area (police chief or sheriff) signing off on your paperwork. Although if you have a personal relationship, you may also use that route.
Both of these routes avoids the need for the chief LEO in your area (police chief or sheriff) signing off on your paperwork. Although if you have a personal relationship, you may also use that route.
