Hey, I'm building a 10.5" AR pistol, eventual SBR for home defense.
What can would you all recommend for that? I've seen some that also fit on 308, would that be worth it or would I be losing too much? Also, is an adjustable gas block preferable?
I have a Faxon 10.5 Gov't profile that I really like. I also have an 11.5 BCM LW fluted that is OK. I don't know if 1 inch makes a difference in noise or blast but i only have A2 flash hiders on them. They are both very loud and blasty.
They are a blast (literally and figuratively) at the range and everyone makes comments about them and then asks to shoot them.
Yeah, I used to have a couple of guns.
Posts: 434 | Location: North Central Ohio | Registered: February 08, 2009
I built a total PSA 10.5”. No issues what so ever. So far. Knock on wood. Etc.....
My work gun is a Colt 11.5” LEO Carbine. Have had it since 2006. Have changed some springs and the gas rings once. The only issues I have ever had was when the gas rings were going I would have a couple rounds not get picked up from the mag. That’s it. Thing has ran like a champ!!! I have put many rounds through her.
If I had to do it again I would make a 11.5 over a 10.5. When I shoot them un-suppressed side by side it seems like the 10.5” a little more concussion.
What others have said on 11.5 vs 10.5 seems true - there is a felt and noticed difference. I'd go with 11.5" for sure.
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Posts: 847 | Location: Alaska | Registered: April 29, 2015
I currently have two Sons of Liberty Gun Works AR’s with 10.5” barrels... and a BCM set up the same. Both run well, no issues. My favorite rifle can is the Rugged Radiant.
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Posts: 7100 | Location: TEXAS | Registered: July 18, 2005
For cans, I think my next purchase is a YHM Turbo-K. The size and weight, plus the flexible mount options make it a winner.
I have a couple of older cans (AAC, Gemtek), plus a pair of TBAC. If money was no object, I’d recommend an TBAC Ultra-5 for an SBR, but that can is all Ti, and only rated for 11.5”. I don’t like using heavy cans on my SBRs, and I rarely suppress them right now.
But, there are a ton of new cans that have come to the market lately, so I’m not fully up to speed on all the latest offerings. My biggest recommendation, though, is to get a can that supports a 1 3/8” x 24 thread mount, which is quickly becoming the universal standard. It gives you much more flexibility for mounts down the road.
Posts: 859 | Location: Volunteer | Registered: January 16, 2009
Originally posted by Ryanp225: The guy asked what 10.5" ar we liked, not what length of barrel everyone recommends. I build my own and I've had excellent luck with PSA. https://palmettostatearmory.co...bus-sights-gray.html
Sorry, I meant what can on the 10.5" SBR, I just figured since it was the suppressor forum that's what we were all talking about. My mistake.
For what it's worth. I run my 8" form 1 can I made on my 10.5" 5.56. It's a 30 cal can that's all titanium except for the first x2 baffles are 17-4. Comes in around 18oz.
It's held up well and is "hearing safe" out doors for a few rounds. I wouldn't want to shoot it all day with out muffs.
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Posts: 8958 | Location: Woodstock, GA | Registered: August 04, 2005
I have a Sandman K in jail that will ride on a 10" SCAR in the next couple months. If I was doing it again and couldn't get the $500 price on the Sandman K I would have gone with the Turbo K.
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Daniel Defence 10.5 and a Geisselle super 10.5. Each has a Gemtech Trek permanently fixed. Tough choice between the two. Gemtech Trek was easy- police trade from Summit Gun. He just ran the same promotion a couple days ago- Trek for $290.
