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I've used a can on 2 of my 22LR squirrel rifles because it allows me to shoot numerous squirrels out of the same tree before they figure out something is wrong. I have one big game rifle (savage lightweight hunter in 308win) which is threaded. I fire it 3 or 4 times to verify zero, then 1 shot per deer. It wears a thread protector and I have no plans to purchase a can.
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There ya go, a 4''er would change my thoughts, I think, lol... One of mine is 9" and the other 7''. The 9 particularly is a PIA. Got it early on and I suppose it soured me.
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Why would I use a rifle of choice that was unnecessarily heavy, ungainly, very muzzle heavy, AND ugly ?
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If your state allows it there is nothing better than a quieter gun when hunting. You won’t get rid of the sonic crack but it will still reduce the noise and help protect your hearing. It also can make your rifle more accurate and reduce recoil. Try it and you will like it Suppressors increase accuracy? Change my mind. As long as it takes to get them I’d not try to change anyone’s mind. You’re right suppressors are a bad idea.
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I have two of them and I never use them. They are heavy, long and cumbersome. I do walk a lot so there's that. Just another opinion. You’re right. Some are heavy, long and cumbersome. I would not try any of the new short light ones.
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Why would I use a rifle of choice that was unnecessarily heavy, ungainly, very muzzle heavy, AND ugly ? Then it wouldn't be a rifle of choice would it??
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A few months ago I hunted Cape buffalo and hippo with Omujeve Safari’s in Namibia. I rented rifles. 375 Christenson Arms with a suppressor attached. Either my Grandson or I carried it for a week. The suppressor did reduce the sound as it was supposed to do but talk about unhandy in thick brush. Terrible! The suppressor added 8-10 inches to the length of the rifle and was so barrel heavy it was difficult to carry in a barrel up position. Carried barrel down and it nearly dragged on the ground. After that experience I will never use one for hunting while on foot. Heavy, ungainly and uncomfortable to use while hunting. Get real
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Why would I use a rifle of choice that was unnecessarily heavy, ungainly, very muzzle heavy, AND ugly ? You shouldn’t. You’re right. Don’t let anyone tell you that you can cut the barrel off use a light modern can and still have a balanced rig. That’s nonsense and you still would not like the looks. Don’t buy one and tell your friends not to buy one.
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On a hunting rifle?
I can see it on a so called "tactical" rifle but can someone explain the use of a threaded barrel on a deer rifle, etc.? simple .. options
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I can't wait for the next lesson on how the .223 is too small for deer.
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I can't wait for the next lesson on how the .223 is too small for deer. What about a 223 shooting a .224 bullet?
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I can't wait for the next lesson on how the .223 is too small for deer. What about a 223 shooting a .224 bullet? Too risky. The guys who shoot one or two deer per year do not advise it….lol. I’d say I folded one up this morning with a suppressed 223 shooting a 75 grain Amax blem but it would sound like stunt shooting. Especially since the barrel was cut down to compensate for the giant heavy suppressor.
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Have 4 suppressors.. one for each: 22lr, 223, 308, 6,5x55
18" barrels on all except the 6,5x55 which is 20"
Less recoil, 25db less in 308, can shoot more animals if in a group before they are spooked.
Just benefits..
Fat suppressor better then long.. you need volume.
Having a 7-9" suppressor is silly.
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And dont forget how nice a suppressor make's a classy hunting rifle look 🤪....Hb
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They clash with red and black plaid. That's why roundoak's club prohibited them.
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They clash with red and black plaid. That's why roundoak's club prohibited them. He told me I was not welcome.
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They clash with red and black plaid. That's why roundoak's club prohibited them. Where are you in MT? I have some real close friends around Huson just west of Missoula on 90.
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I have two of them and I never use them. They are heavy, long and cumbersome. I do walk a lot so there's that. Just another opinion. There is that. I've had three rifles bobbed to 16". With suppressor, they're the exact length they were before being cut. You didn't need that extra 200-300 fps.
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Why would I use a rifle of choice that was unnecessarily heavy, ungainly, very muzzle heavy, AND ugly ? Spot On! ^^^
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I have two of them and I never use them. They are heavy, long and cumbersome. I do walk a lot so there's that. Just another opinion. There is that. I've had three rifles bobbed to 16". With suppressor, they're the exact length they were before being cut. You didn't need that extra 200-300 fps. Nope and doubt he lost 300fps. The guys who say the most about velocity don’t own a chronograph or know their rifles velocity anyway……most of the time.
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