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3/13/2015 1:57:39 PM EDT
So I was thinking about form 1'ing a .22 suppressor but im also thinking about buying at this point and need to see what fits my needs on the form 4 route.

Im looking for a thread on 22 suppressor for a ruger 22/45 and 10/22 that has the best performance in sound reduction possible, length and weight are not a factor but diameter / width probably are since I don't want to have to screw around too much with the sights on the 22/25. Also, obviously... it has to be user serviced  / able to be disassembled.

Also, and this is probably the biggest factor... I wan't something that has a very durable body and baffles since I know 22 cans foul horribly and I was hoping to throw the baffles in my Thumbler's Tumbler Model B with stainless steel media and let it polish off the carbon and lead when its gets really fouled. I'm worried that if I do that with aluminum baffles the stainless media will erode the baffles too much so I'm really looking for a long can with a bunch of titanium or inconel baffles I guess.

Am I on the right track or any suggestions?
3/13/2015 2:10:25 PM EDT
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Spectre II or a sparrow if you don't mind a little first round pop on the 22/45
3/13/2015 2:13:59 PM EDT
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AAC Element 2 is a solid can.  I use one on a 22/45 and it's nice and quiet.  Easy to take apart with the included push tool.  
3/13/2015 2:14:55 PM EDT
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Go with the Spectre II , it's the Perfect all around can.
3/13/2015 2:40:07 PM EDT
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I am happy with my YHM Stinger.
3/13/2015 2:51:39 PM EDT
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AAC Element 2 is a solid can.  I use one on a 22/45 and it's nice and quiet.  Easy to take apart with the included push tool.  
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Concur with this.  

Very quiet on a 22/45 host with no FRP issues.  It's light.  My go to can to make people smile.

For reference, I own a Sparrow II (preferred rifle can) and have a Surefire Ryder22A in addition to the Element 2.
3/13/2015 3:36:48 PM EDT
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Spectre II would also be my recommendation for a rugged rimfire can.
3/13/2015 3:41:32 PM EDT
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I have great results with my 22/45 lite and all my versions of 10/22s with my innovative arms apex.
3/13/2015 4:32:11 PM EDT
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Element 2
3/13/2015 4:43:18 PM EDT
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Gemtech Core
3/13/2015 8:01:52 PM EDT
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PTP scout 19D
3/13/2015 9:10:22 PM EDT
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Ok, so right now its a toss up for me between the AAC Element 2 and the Liberty Kodiac TL.

Which would hold up better being run through stainless steel media in a wet rotary tumbler for years?
3/13/2015 9:19:49 PM EDT
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Spectre II.


3/13/2015 9:23:08 PM EDT
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Sparrow. The frp is NOT a pop, its a slightly louder puft.
3/13/2015 9:57:33 PM EDT
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Ok, so right now its a toss up for me between the AAC Element 2 and the Liberty Kodiac TL.

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Why is the Spectre II out?
3/13/2015 10:26:31 PM EDT
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Ok, so right now its a toss up for me between the AAC Element 2 and the Liberty Kodiac TL.

Which would hold up better being run through stainless steel media in a wet rotary tumbler for years?

Why is the Spectre II out?



Dunno, I guess cause its a little heavier is all.

Ok, so Liberty Essence, AAC Element 2, and SilencerCo Spectre 22 and the Liberty Regulator?  That's what its narrowed down to right?
Price isn't a huge concern considering that its a long term investment and I'm already paying $200 for the stamp.
Suppression and durability are...

At this point I'm really looking at the liberty regulator and kodiac TL the most right now for whatever reason though... I think that I'm going to call them tomorrow.
3/13/2015 10:57:28 PM EDT
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Check out the GM22
3/13/2015 10:58:20 PM EDT
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Dunno, I guess cause its a little heavier is all.



Ok, so Liberty Essence, AAC Element 2, and SilencerCo Spectre 22 and the Liberty Regulator?  That's what its narrowed down to right?

Price isn't a huge concern considering that its a long term investment and I'm already paying $200 for the stamp.

Suppression and durability are...



At this point I'm really looking at the liberty regulator and kodiac TL the most right now for whatever reason though... I think that I'm going to call them tomorrow.
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Ok, so right now its a toss up for me between the AAC Element 2 and the Liberty Kodiac TL.



Which would hold up better being run through stainless steel media in a wet rotary tumbler for years?


Why is the Spectre II out?






Dunno, I guess cause its a little heavier is all.



Ok, so Liberty Essence, AAC Element 2, and SilencerCo Spectre 22 and the Liberty Regulator?  That's what its narrowed down to right?

Price isn't a huge concern considering that its a long term investment and I'm already paying $200 for the stamp.

Suppression and durability are...



At this point I'm really looking at the liberty regulator and kodiac TL the most right now for whatever reason though... I think that I'm going to call them tomorrow.




 
Sounds like you already made up your mind.
3/13/2015 11:03:37 PM EDT
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Dunno, I guess cause its a little heavier is all.
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Ok, so right now its a toss up for me between the AAC Element 2 and the Liberty Kodiac TL.

Which would hold up better being run through stainless steel media in a wet rotary tumbler for years?

Why is the Spectre II out?



Dunno, I guess cause its a little heavier is all.


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length and weight are not a factor
3/13/2015 11:04:23 PM EDT
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Ok, so right now its a toss up for me between the AAC Element 2 and the Liberty Kodiac TL.

Which would hold up better being run through stainless steel media in a wet rotary tumbler for years?

Why is the Spectre II out?



Dunno, I guess cause its a little heavier is all.

Ok, so Liberty Essence, AAC Element 2, and SilencerCo Spectre 22 and the Liberty Regulator?  That's what its narrowed down to right?
Price isn't a huge concern considering that its a long term investment and I'm already paying $200 for the stamp.
Suppression and durability are...

At this point I'm really looking at the liberty regulator and kodiac TL the most right now for whatever reason though... I think that I'm going to call them tomorrow.

  Sounds like you already made up your mind.


They almost always are, folks just looking for validation for what they already chose.
3/13/2015 11:08:06 PM EDT
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Spectre 2
3/13/2015 11:19:07 PM EDT
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Ok, so right now its a toss up for me between the AAC Element 2 and the Liberty Kodiac TL.

Which would hold up better being run through stainless steel media in a wet rotary tumbler for years?

Why is the Spectre II out?



Dunno, I guess cause its a little heavier is all.


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length and weight are not a factor


Theres not really  huge difference in supppressors when you get down to it. You asked me to give you a reason and I did. Spectre 2 looks like an outstanding can, it just didnt grab my attention like the other ones...
I was more interested in the element for conventional baffels honestly.

But the more i look at the liberty regulator the more interesting it looks. I'm not real sure about monocore but for the weight and sound suppression I think I'd be willing to give it a shot.
3/13/2015 11:28:59 PM EDT
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Theres not really  huge difference in supppressors when you get down to it. You asked me to give you a reason and I did. Spectre 2 looks like an outstanding can, it just didnt grab my attention like the other ones...
I was more interested in the element for conventional baffels honestly.

But the more i look at the liberty regulator the more interesting it looks. I'm not real sure about monocore but for the weight and sound suppression I think I'd be willing to give it a shot.
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It is hard for folks to give you good recommendations, when you ignore your own requirements.
3/13/2015 11:40:11 PM EDT
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The Element 2 has a titanium tube with stainless steel baffles.  The Specter is all steel.  Either should do fine in the tumbling media.

I'm no expert, but tumbling aluminum baffles or monocore stacks (such as the GM22) with steel media would give me pause.

The Essence is 95% titanium, but it's a monocore..  The regulator has a titanium tube and steel monocore.. Monocore designs are really easy to clean but tend to have more FRP.  I have not heard them in person.
3/14/2015 12:18:09 AM EDT
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liberty regulator was going to be my choice. but I went ahead with the Essence. Plus dealer had essence in stock. maybe the regulator on down the road.
3/14/2015 12:53:01 AM EDT
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Sparrow or Spectre II...
3/14/2015 1:28:12 AM EDT
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They almost always are, folks just looking for validation for what they already chose.
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Ok, so right now its a toss up for me between the AAC Element 2 and the Liberty Kodiac TL.

Which would hold up better being run through stainless steel media in a wet rotary tumbler for years?

Why is the Spectre II out?



Dunno, I guess cause its a little heavier is all.

Ok, so Liberty Essence, AAC Element 2, and SilencerCo Spectre 22 and the Liberty Regulator?  That's what its narrowed down to right?
Price isn't a huge concern considering that its a long term investment and I'm already paying $200 for the stamp.
Suppression and durability are...

At this point I'm really looking at the liberty regulator and kodiac TL the most right now for whatever reason though... I think that I'm going to call them tomorrow.

  Sounds like you already made up your mind.


They almost always are, folks just looking for validation for what they already chose.


Or boosting their post count.   FPNI, TL;DR school of thought.
3/14/2015 1:49:37 AM EDT
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Spectre II.  I've been happy with it on both pistols and rifles.
3/14/2015 3:16:13 PM EDT
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Ok, so right now its a toss up for me between the AAC Element 2 and the Liberty Kodiac TL.

Which would hold up better being run through stainless steel media in a wet rotary tumbler for years?

Why is the Spectre II out?



Dunno, I guess cause its a little heavier is all.

Ok, so Liberty Essence, AAC Element 2, and SilencerCo Spectre 22 and the Liberty Regulator?  That's what its narrowed down to right?
Price isn't a huge concern considering that its a long term investment and I'm already paying $200 for the stamp.


Suppression and durability are...

At this point I'm really looking at the liberty regulator and kodiac TL the most right now for whatever reason though... I think that I'm going to call them tomorrow.

  Sounds like you already made up your mind.


They almost always are, folks just looking for validation for what they already chose.



I came here asking the same question not long ago, but i was asking about the Sparrow vs the Surefire Ryder .... After a bunch of resposes I ended up buying the Spectre 2.
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