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Posted: 7/15/2009 11:13:46 AM EDT
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ok, so im building a ar15 i have a doublestar lower, just put the parts kit in it, im trying to figure out, what upper i want, ive shot a few friends ar15's, they have matching doublestar lowers, with carbine length uppers, collapsable stock. One thing i noticed i didnt like about there gun, was when i shot it, it seemed like the buffer tube, was extremely loud, everytime i shot it was a loud "CHING" sound, it sounded kinda cheap. I was wondering if a different buffer tube, or buffer, or spring, or maybe even the collapsable stock would quiet this down??? i do know they make different buffers, out of like tungsten, would anything make it quieter
thanks ken |
Otherwise, a rifle length buffer may be more quiet.
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well i was thinking of using the LE Tactical stock, and i did a little research, couldnt really find anything other than, spike tactical makes a ST-T2 heavy buffer, which is filled with high density tungsten powder, and they claim it is quieter, less recoil, bolt bounce, muzzle rise, i guess normal buffers have like a metal washer which bounces around probably making that noise. The ST-T2 buffer fits carbines, which should have collapsable stocks, right? and it only 39 dollars
anyone have any input on this buffer, or comments?? thanks ken |
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A metal collapsible stock will sound louder than a composite stock. A carbine length buffer assembly may sound noticeably louder than a rifle length assembly especially if it's in a metal stock. I replaced my collapsible stock years ago and have no experience with any of the latest offerings. They may be significantly better at softening all the buffer recoil noise.
Lately, to help quiet the spring 'sproing' and buffer 'shunk' I've started using a liberal amount of lube inside the buffer tube. It seems to help take the edge off just a bit. I've also been using old A1 stocks made out of a heavier composite and that seems to help some too. Plus, I find the A1 stock length to be more comfortable for my shooting style (whatever that is!). I also use the yellow foam hearing protectors in addition to shooting muffs. I can still hear the 'sproing & shunk', it's just not as pronounced. I have 'old' ears with lots of miles on them and tend to baby them a lot more than I did when younger...appreciating the finer nuance's in music recordings and in live situations has given new meaning to the quest for reducing the 'back end' noise from the AR's. Please let us know how you work this out. |
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