Can Conundrum for a REPR

[Logbas34]

I recently purchased an LWRC REPR 20" and am wanting to suppress it. of course the difficulty is selecting the can I want to choose. I've narrowed it down to two options. I'm stuck between the Liberty Victory Mag, and the new AAC 762-SD.

762-SD Price $650
9"
approx: 30dB

Liberty Victory Mag Price $1395
11"
approx: 34dB

Is it worth the extra money for ~4dB considering there will still be a supersonic crack? I am a big liberty fan so I First looked at their product, but I also would like to start acquiring cans from different manufacturers. My thinking is I'm leaning towards the 762-SD because it's relatively inexpensive and I could use that extra cash for the purchase of the Liberty Leonidas.

any other cans that one could recommend as well? either way I don't think I'll make a bad decision other than stirring up the 30 Cal can debacle.

Thank you!

[rckshrk]

Since you are considering the Liberty can I assume money isn't an issue, so I'm curious as to why you would buy the 762 SD over the SDN6 which would be shorter and lighter on your 20" rifle with similar suppression numbers.

Assuming you aren't tied to the AAC 51T mount, I think the Specwar 7.62 is worth a look.

[JasonM]

I recently purchased an LWRC REPR 20" and am wanting to suppress it. of course the difficulty is selecting the can I want to choose. I've narrowed it down to two options. I'm stuck between the Liberty Victory Mag, and the new AAC 762-SD.

762-SD Price $650
9"
approx: 30dB

Liberty Victory Mag Price $1395
11"
approx: 34dB

Is it worth the extra money for ~4dB considering there will still be a supersonic crack? I am a big liberty fan so I First looked at their product, but I also would like to start acquiring cans from different manufacturers. My thinking is I'm leaning towards the 762-SD because it's relatively inexpensive and I could use that extra cash for the purchase of the Liberty Leonidas.

any other cans that one could recommend as well? either way I don't think I'll make a bad decision other than stirring up the 30 Cal can debacle.

Thank you!

Those testing numbers are pretty worthless as a comparison. Unless they were tested side by side, with the same ammo, same meter, and on the same host(s)- manufs numbers, independent testing numbers, and especially web info/videos isn't worth much to compare.

The Victory is Ti, and definitely won't be as durable as Inconel once you heat up the can on a semi auto host.
It would be a tougher choice if you were running it primarily on a bolt gun.

The 762-SD (old version) is a solid performer on all platforms, and the new version is better in many ways (materials, durability, and cost).

[Logbas34]

rckshrk- I guess I was trying to figure out if I "really" needed to throw down some major cash for a 30cal can, or if I could skate by with a cheaper can. Maybe I was comparing apples and oranges. the SDN6 was definitely in my thought process but my illogical thinking was if I am going to spend >$1,000 for a little extra I could get a monolithic which for some unknown reason I am partial to.

JasonM- You're absolutely right on the Ti issue. Right now I am just starting my journey of Longer range shooting, so right now I'm quite slow with acquiring targets. However, as my skills improve I may start running the gun harder, which having a Ti can would not be beneficial for. (didn't think of that)

I definitely have looked into the Specwar 7.62, perhaps that would be a good option and just go somewhere in the middle.

Thanks guys

[delta9mda]

762sd

[rckshrk]

If you go with AAC, then get the SDN6. I have the old SD and a SDN6. I don't own or have access to a db meter, so I can't tell the difference soundwise on my 18" REPR. But without a doubt, the SD is longer and heavier than the SDN6, which I think makes the SDN6 more versatile. For instance, the SDN6 feels right at home on my SBRs. Not so much for the SD.

Those facts combined with 1) the hassle factor of acquiring said items and 2) the potential loss of money in trying to sell them leads me to my general attitude that suppressors are things I pretty much plan to keep forever.

So whatever you do, My suggestion is don't let price be the overriding factor when it comes to choosing. You really aren't talking much difference in cost between the cheaper and more expensive options, but you will be stuck with your decision for a long time and the Form 4 wait will be just as long regardless. Bottom line, if you need to, save for another month or so and buy what you really want with less focus on cost.

That was pretty wordy, but I hope you got my point.

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If you want to stick with Liberty what about a (non-magnum) Victory, or a Freedom, or Freedom mag? All of which would be cheaper than the Victory Mag, and still quieter than the SD(if you're going by the manufacture's db reduction info). Also what attributes are most important to you. Weight, length, cost, db reduction, looks, attachment/adapters available, multi caliber rating? Is there a class III dealer in your area that has some of these cans that you can demo?

[delta9mda]

If you want to stick with Liberty what about a (non-magnum) Victory, or a Freedom, or Freedom mag? All of which would be cheaper than the Victory Mag, and still quieter than the SD(if you're going by the manufacture's db reduction info). Also what attributes are most important to you. Weight, length, cost, db reduction, looks, attachment/adapters available, multi caliber rating? Is there a class III dealer in your area that has some of these cans that you can demo?

gonna need to shoot the liberty and aac on the same weapon, same ammo, same day to get a real assessment

[Dan]

4db can be totally worth it if right at the edge of your pain tollerance.

a 308 semi suppressed can be ok in the field but still painful to shoot at a bench with a light ringing of your right ear. if that extra 4 db was enough to keep that from happening it would be worth it.

however, at the ear or ejection port is not where standard testing is done. so as others mentioned , you would have to shoot the aac to find out if it was good enough for your purpose

[Logbas34]

I really appreciate all the constructive opinions! I'm thinking at least for this platform the Liberty may not be the best. I'll probably go with the Specwar. The new Saker looks interesting, but may a bit more than what I need. And it will be my left ear that gets the punishment. Gotta love the ambi functions on that rifle.

[300LW]

I had an 18T 762SD on my 12" REPR and it was very comfortable to shoot. No doubt it would sound even better on a 20".