2005 Best Silencer Awards
Best .308 thread on muzzle can
SRT Shadow - has an edge in efficiency over most others.
Other top choices: AAC Cyclone, AWC Thundertrap, Gemtech TPR-S threadmount, SoundTech BlackStar, SWR Omega 30.
Best .308 fast attach can
AAC 762SD - has superior mounting system and all around excellent performance.
Other top choices: KAC Mk11Mod0.
Best 5.56mm thread on muzzle can
Gemtech M4-02 - good balance of size and performance and high efficiency.
Other top choices: AAC Ranger, SRT Hurricane, Sound Tech M4-Wartech, SWR SpecWar-1, SWR Wolverine.
Best 5.56mm fast attach can
AAC M4-2000 - best mounting system, light weight, durable, and quiet.
Other top choices: AAC OMNI, Gemtech HALO, Gemtech M4-96D, KAC M4-QD, Surefire, SWR SpecWar-2.
Best MP5 subgun can
SWR QD3K / Trident - the quietest compact 3-lug cans tested.
Other top choices: AAC Striker-II, Gemtech Raptor-9, KAC Navy.
Best 9mm pistol can
AAC Evo-9 - easily the quietest can in its class, with quality to match.
Other top choices: none.
Best 45 ACP pistol can
KAC Mk23 - best dry performance and a proven track record.
Other top choices: AAC Evo-45, SWR HEMS-2.
Best .22lr muzzle can
AAC Pilot - everything about them is just right. Performance, packaging, cosmetics.
Other top choices: AAC Scarab, Gemtech Outback-II / Vortex-II, SWR Warlock.
New Silencer Company to watch
HTG - very efficient baffle design. Worth an award once proven durable.
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