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by bna5017
Tue Jan 14, 2020 8:51 pm
Forum: Silencersmithing Forum
Topic: First form 1 build, critique my plans please
Replies: 29
Views: 6398

Re: First form 1 build, critique my plans please

What is the distance from muzzle brake to first baffle tip? The distance from the end of the brake to the first baffle tip is 3/8". Too close? Too far? I didn't see an answer to this, so I'd add my $.02 and say that I'd have the 1st baffle nearly kiss the brake. This would create a semi-enclos...
by bna5017
Thu Jan 09, 2020 6:53 pm
Forum: Silencersmithing Forum
Topic: First form 1 build, critique my plans please
Replies: 29
Views: 6398

Re: First form 1 build, critique my plans please

Does anyone know of a source for information on the thunder beast cb mount dimensions? I'm considering going that route as it appears to have a steeper taper which I think will be more consistent when removing and reinstalling a suppressor on it. I believe a more shallow taper would likely allow for...
by bna5017
Sat Dec 28, 2019 12:03 pm
Forum: Silencersmithing Forum
Topic: First form 1 build, critique my plans please
Replies: 29
Views: 6398

Re: First form 1 build, critique my plans please

What is the general consensus on clipping blast baffles? I've read a ton of conflicting opinions on whether it should be done or not.. This is going on a long range rifle, so accuracy is of high priority. Is there any specific dimensions that seem to perform better than others for clips? Also, does...
by bna5017
Fri Dec 27, 2019 10:43 pm
Forum: Silencersmithing Forum
Topic: First form 1 build, critique my plans please
Replies: 29
Views: 6398

Re: First form 1 build, critique my plans please

What is the general consensus on clipping blast baffles? I've read a ton of conflicting opinions on whether it should be done or not.. This is going on a long range rifle, so accuracy is of high priority. Is there any specific dimensions that seem to perform better than others for clips? Also, does ...
by bna5017
Fri Dec 27, 2019 9:10 pm
Forum: Silencersmithing Forum
Topic: First form 1 build, critique my plans please
Replies: 29
Views: 6398

Re: First form 1 build, critique my plans please

fishman wrote: Fri Dec 27, 2019 4:30 pm The griffin taper attachment system is easy to machine on your own. You can make your own brakes, buy them from griffin, or a mix of the two.
My thoughts as well!
by bna5017
Fri Dec 27, 2019 9:08 pm
Forum: Silencersmithing Forum
Topic: First form 1 build, critique my plans please
Replies: 29
Views: 6398

Re: First form 1 build, critique my plans please

I am hoping to stick with 1.5" x 8" at this point. I am a little concerned about the tubing wall thickness around the threaded section of the tube.. If I thread it to 1.4375-24 there is only going to be about .030" of Wall thickness remaining, which is pretty thin for the amount of p...
by bna5017
Fri Dec 27, 2019 12:45 pm
Forum: Silencersmithing Forum
Topic: First form 1 build, critique my plans please
Replies: 29
Views: 6398

Re: First form 1 build, critique my plans please

File your form 1, now, and design while you wait. Are your making the brake and mount? If so, a good option would be to put the taper lock ahead of the threads. Helps keep carbon out of them. Yes, I am planning to make the brake and mount, but I would like to have the option to buy a brake/mount of...
by bna5017
Fri Dec 27, 2019 12:43 pm
Forum: Silencersmithing Forum
Topic: First form 1 build, critique my plans please
Replies: 29
Views: 6398

Re: First form 1 build, critique my plans please

I am hoping to stick with 1.5" x 8" at this point. I am a little concerned about the tubing wall thickness around the threaded section of the tube.. If I thread it to 1.4375-24 there is only going to be about .030" of Wall thickness remaining, which is pretty thin for the amount of pr...
by bna5017
Fri Dec 27, 2019 6:13 am
Forum: Silencersmithing Forum
Topic: First form 1 build, critique my plans please
Replies: 29
Views: 6398

Re: First form 1 build, critique my plans please

Thanks guys. I've changed the tube to .054" wall grade 9 titanium. Anything jump out at you as far as the general design goes that you think I should be concerned about?
by bna5017
Thu Dec 26, 2019 2:29 pm
Forum: Silencersmithing Forum
Topic: First form 1 build, critique my plans please
Replies: 29
Views: 6398

Re: First form 1 build, critique my plans please

https://u.cubeupload.com/bna5017/dhcsupp.jpg You're going to bore out a piece of 17-4 round bar to make a tube? titaniumjoe.com for some tubing. I was not planning on it, I have a call in with a material supplier who is working on a quote for 17-4 tubing for me. I would rather use titanium, but had...
by bna5017
Thu Dec 26, 2019 10:02 am
Forum: Silencersmithing Forum
Topic: First form 1 build, critique my plans please
Replies: 29
Views: 6398

Re: First form 1 build, critique my plans please

I made some revisions to my design, reduced tube wall thickness (. 050") with intent to use 17-4 stainless tubing, added dhc clips to all baffles, and stepped down baffle spacing towards end of the tube. Current weight is now 1.3 lbs. I'm curious to hear what everyone thinks about how this will...
by bna5017
Wed Dec 25, 2019 7:31 am
Forum: Silencersmithing Forum
Topic: First form 1 build, critique my plans please
Replies: 29
Views: 6398

Re: First form 1 build, critique my plans please

You're going to want something a bit bigger, especially for 300WM. It'll be best suited closer to 1.75x10. 1.5 x 8" can be made to work pretty well on cartridges in that class. But it's not going to be forgiving, so a new F1 builder really should opt for a bit more volume to compensate for not...
by bna5017
Tue Dec 24, 2019 7:56 pm
Forum: Silencersmithing Forum
Topic: First form 1 build, critique my plans please
Replies: 29
Views: 6398

Re: First form 1 build, critique my plans please

You're going to want something a bit bigger, especially for 300WM. It'll be best suited closer to 1.75x10. What is the distance from muzzle brake to first baffle tip? What is your plan for clipping? Your tubing is seamless? .095 will be thicker than needed, after about the second baffle. I'd use a ...
by bna5017
Tue Dec 24, 2019 4:39 pm
Forum: Silencersmithing Forum
Topic: First form 1 build, critique my plans please
Replies: 29
Views: 6398

First form 1 build, critique my plans please

Preparing to send in a form 1 shortly, this will be mainly used on a 6.5 creedmoor and may see occasional use on a 300 win mag, which is the reason for the tube thickness. Tube is 1.5" x .095" 304SS. According to my model current weight is 1.5 pounds, which includes the weight of the blast...