Wow. First, I gotta say it is really impressive how much effort you guys put into helping a stranger like me. I cannot thank you guys enough for writing out details like you have.. A lot of other forums the responses to questions are pretty terse and a bit snarky. Thank you.
Seems I haven't provided enough information to go on. I've got a LWRCI IC. A 5.56 with a gas block selector. I enjoy shooting it in a standing position more so then off the bench. However, the damn thing is heavy. How the hell do you former soldiers hold this thing up for hours during a gun fight is beyond me. I don't have a lot of stuff on it but I'm also not that strong. I'm not big into mag dumps but sometimes like to up the tempo of my shooting. I do want a dedicated can. If I get a 7.62 I'll get a separate can for that. Based on the conversations I have had with others this is the optimal way to go albeit expensive. I don't think I'll ever get a 7.62. I know, I know!! I'm not a hunter so it'll be solely for shooting at the range for fun and sitting in the safe for that unfortunate possibility. I will shoot it about 2-4 times a month.
Small, light, and quiet. Like someone said above it doesn't exist. What I gather from all of you is that I can go small and light but sacrifice quietness. I do want quality. I'm willing to pay for it but I need to get value for the dollar. Is a Surefire really hundreds of dollars better than the competitors?
Couple questions to add:
1. Someone wrote above, "I really hate QD Flash hiders with equal tongs. ie AAC. When the can is not on, the gun will "ting" as the flash hiders vibrate after every shot! I hate this! For this reason along, I ruled out certain cans." This is new news to me. What is this referencing and what models have this problem?
2. Silencer Co has a Saker 556 and 556K. The 556K is 1 inch shorter but sacrifices a couple decibels of noise reduction. How many decibels do I need to think about where it starts to be noticeable? I can't imagine 2 decibels is noticeable. Is it? On the other hand is 1 inch of length really a big deal? I'm not saying I want a Saker but it is just one example of what the companies offer to decide what to get.
3. QD vs. direct thread. Seems like the movement and recommendations are QD. Isn't a direct thread more durable and less of a chance to get out of place and have possible damage?
Thanks again everyone. I appreciate you offering your experience.
Seems I haven't provided enough information to go on. I've got a LWRCI IC. A 5.56 with a gas block selector. I enjoy shooting it in a standing position more so then off the bench. However, the damn thing is heavy. How the hell do you former soldiers hold this thing up for hours during a gun fight is beyond me. I don't have a lot of stuff on it but I'm also not that strong. I'm not big into mag dumps but sometimes like to up the tempo of my shooting. I do want a dedicated can. If I get a 7.62 I'll get a separate can for that. Based on the conversations I have had with others this is the optimal way to go albeit expensive. I don't think I'll ever get a 7.62. I know, I know!! I'm not a hunter so it'll be solely for shooting at the range for fun and sitting in the safe for that unfortunate possibility. I will shoot it about 2-4 times a month.
Small, light, and quiet. Like someone said above it doesn't exist. What I gather from all of you is that I can go small and light but sacrifice quietness. I do want quality. I'm willing to pay for it but I need to get value for the dollar. Is a Surefire really hundreds of dollars better than the competitors?
Couple questions to add:
1. Someone wrote above, "I really hate QD Flash hiders with equal tongs. ie AAC. When the can is not on, the gun will "ting" as the flash hiders vibrate after every shot! I hate this! For this reason along, I ruled out certain cans." This is new news to me. What is this referencing and what models have this problem?
2. Silencer Co has a Saker 556 and 556K. The 556K is 1 inch shorter but sacrifices a couple decibels of noise reduction. How many decibels do I need to think about where it starts to be noticeable? I can't imagine 2 decibels is noticeable. Is it? On the other hand is 1 inch of length really a big deal? I'm not saying I want a Saker but it is just one example of what the companies offer to decide what to get.
3. QD vs. direct thread. Seems like the movement and recommendations are QD. Isn't a direct thread more durable and less of a chance to get out of place and have possible damage?
Thanks again everyone. I appreciate you offering your experience.