Need advice on either Ti-Rant 9 or 9s

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Need advice on either Ti-Rant 9 or 9s

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Hi everyone,

My first post here, but I've been backstage reading for a while now. What a wealth of knowledge on here, thank you all for that.

I've recently caught the can bug, and I am currently waiting on stamps for a Ti-Rant 45, Osprey 45, Osprey 9.

I am looking for one more 9mm can for my HK USP Compact 9.

My two options are either the Ti-Rant 9 or 9s. I can't decide. I know that going with the full size 9 can will give me max db reduction, but I will have a larger can. If I went with the 9s, it would allow me to have a more compact package paired with my compact pistol, but less db reduction.

I'm not too sure which route would be better. I would like to know what you guys would do. Thank you all in advance for any and all input.

Cheers!
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If you like to shoot a lot I would think the 9s would get old quick.
If you want to go small go small and look into a can like the DeGroat "Nano" or the Thompson Machine "Poseidon".
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CThomas wrote:If you like to shoot a lot I would think the 9s would get old quick.
If you want to go small go small and look into a can like the DeGroat "Nano" or the Thompson Machine "Poseidon".
CT, why do you think the 9S will get old quick?
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As I said if you like to shoot a lot you will have to recharge the system after "X" number of rounds and that might get old. Of course you can just shoot it dry and deal with the increased noise.
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Compact for what? Are you going to conceal carry it?.

If its just a range gun, go with the standard size.

If you plan on mounting a light you will get less shadowing with the short.

Having shot both, I honestly could not tell a difference so I went with the short. I'm happy with it.
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dan9591 wrote:Compact for what? Are you going to conceal carry it?.

If its just a range gun, go with the standard size.

If you plan on mounting a light you will get less shadowing with the short.

Having shot both, I honestly could not tell a difference so I went with the short. I'm happy with it.
Thank you for this info.

This gun will be my HD night stand piece. I really just want a can I can leave by my bed in case of an emergency. Having a can that would allow the host to be quiet enough to not disorient my members in the home.

I'm thinking for range use and max db suppression, I will use my Osprey 9 if I go with the 9S.

I'm leaning towards the 9S for its portability and compact benefits, but would also like to know what others would suggest.
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CThomas wrote:As I said if you like to shoot a lot you will have to recharge the system after "X" number of rounds and that might get old. Of course you can just shoot it dry and deal with the increased noise.
CT, your suggestions look interesting. Those were not on my radar as I've not seen them around before. I do like that you can keep your cans wet until use.
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Dan95,

Is the 9s hearing safe dry? Does it make your ears ring when dry?

Also, if anyone owns a 9s, please do let me know your thoughts.
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My thought has always been that I buy a silencer for the Db reduction. I pay the price plus $200 and wait +/- 10 months. I'm not interested in buying half the available Db reduction to save 3 inches. When you are going to be sitting this in a nightstand(very good idea by the way) will that 3 inches really make a difference? The only problem I see is when you get the TRant you're going to wonder why you bought the Octane.... :mrgreen:
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713HoustonTX wrote:
dan9591 wrote:Compact for what? Are you going to conceal carry it?.

If its just a range gun, go with the standard size.

If you plan on mounting a light you will get less shadowing with the short.

Having shot both, I honestly could not tell a difference so I went with the short. I'm happy with it.
Thank you for this info.

This gun will be my HD night stand piece. I really just want a can I can leave by my bed in case of an emergency. Having a can that would allow the host to be quiet enough to not disorient my members in the home.

I'm thinking for range use and max db suppression, I will use my Osprey 9 if I go with the 9S.

I'm leaning towards the 9S for its portability and compact benefits, but would also like to know what others would suggest.
That is exactly my setup. Tirant 9s for bedside and osprey 9 for range.
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713HoustonTX wrote:Dan95,

Is the 9s hearing safe dry? Does it make your ears ring when dry?

Also, if anyone owns a 9s, please do let me know your thoughts.
Absolutely hearing safe with subs. No ringing at all.
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dtom29 wrote:My thought has always been that I buy a silencer for the Db reduction. I pay the price plus $200 and wait +/- 10 months. I'm not interested in buying half the available Db reduction to save 3 inches. When you are going to be sitting this in a nightstand(very good idea by the way) will that 3 inches really make a difference? The only problem I see is when you get the TRant you're going to wonder why you bought the Octane.... :mrgreen:
Yes, the reduced length makes a noticeable difference. If you need a light on your gun, the extra length casts a longer shadow.

Yes, you can use a handheld light, but that takes two hands. If I'm going to devote two hands, Ill use a rifle...
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dan9591 wrote:
713HoustonTX wrote:Dan95,

Is the 9s hearing safe dry? Does it make your ears ring when dry?

Also, if anyone owns a 9s, please do let me know your thoughts.
Absolutely hearing safe with subs. No ringing at all.
Thanks for this info Dan! Much appreciated.
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Configuration Sound Meter Readings
Unsuppressed M&P 153 dB
Ti-RANT 9mm 125 dB
Ti-RANT 9mm (Short) 140 dB
Depends on the definition of hearing safe. :mrgreen:
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Emilio wrote:
Configuration Sound Meter Readings
Unsuppressed M&P 153 dB
Ti-RANT 9mm 125 dB
Ti-RANT 9mm (Short) 140 dB
Depends on the definition of hearing safe. :mrgreen:
Meh. After a while it all just sounds like bubble wrap anyways!

But yes, you are correct. I made that statement because I tested it out in an environment similar to my home, without ear pro, and it was hearing safe TO ME. Someone else... you're on your own!

Totally unscientific conditions were typical sea-level south Florida, so hot and humid, using 9mm Winchester RA9B 147 grain Subsonic. Pistol was a Glock 17 with a TiRant 9S can. Your results may vary.
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USPs are gob-smacking giant pistols. Their "Compact" versions are still the size of many duty pistols. The Tirant-9 will not look out of place on a USPc and will sound much better than the 9s. Fullsize gets my vote.
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