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I was looking into getting a suppressor for my glock 19. eyening the AAC Evolution 9 model. People say Gemtech is a good brand, but I saw a stress test on youtube that showed one overheating after 3 mag dumps(.223) on full auto. What are the typical tolerances of a suppressor in general and how long do they last generally? Any recommendations?:D
 
I just bought a new Gemtech .223 Piranah that I haven't received yet. I also own a Tac-65 for 22lr.
Suppressors get a lot hotter after each shot (except 22lr). So after 25 or 30 rounds of full auto you might have a red glowing suppressor.
AAC has started a tinkling contest against Gemtech (just check out www.silencertests.com to see how bad it has gotten). Gemtech has tried to stay on the high road but AAC attacks them at every opportunity.
I understand that AAC has a very good product but I decided not to buy from anybody who enjoys throwing crap at the fan and watching it fly.
 
Honestly, I've preferred AAC over Gemtech since I heard their .223 cans side by side.

AAC's customer service is outstanding, but yeah, sometimes they appear to be real crazy.
 
What's the price comparison between AAC and Gemtech? I've got a Gemtech Outback for my Walther and love it.
 
I have 3 Gemtech cans and one AAC. I have compared many cans from different manufacturers side by side and feel AAC makes a product superior to Gemtech in every way.

Gemetch is rapidly going the way of AWC: Great work and craftsmanship (but not better than AAC, SWR, Ops Inc, Surefire), decent customer service, but they are loosing in the areas of creativity, durability and innovation.

Sure AAC might be dicks occasionally, but they’ve contributed a lot to their industry and they are probably the best out there. I would rather buy form a company who’s a little cocky about their products. I want to buy form someone who is proud of what they’ve made. When AAC has a problem with another manufacturer they don’t go complaining to the ATF and screw us ALL over like Gemtech just recently did. They take it to lightly moderated public forums where all sides are free to respond.

And if you are looking for a 9mm can absolutely avoid the Trinity unless you like shooting silenced weapons with earplugs. I compared the AAC Evolution 9, SWR Trident, and Gemtech Trinity all side by side with multiple observers and the Trinity was by far the loudest. Evo 9 and Trident were almost even with the win going to the Evo 9. SWR supposedly has an improved Trident out now which is quieter and probably beats the Evo 9; but it is a noticeable larger can.

I would also check out James DeGroat. He’s probably going to be a big player in the years to come as far as suppressors are concerned.

Dan
 
Dan,

In my book, James DeGroat and Zak Smith will overshadow almost all other producers for the civilian market at some point.

Also, The YHM Cobra 9mm sounds better than the Gemtech 9mm can. The Evo 9 is nice, but for about the same money the SWR Trident is SUPERB.
 
There are cans made for many different calibers and purposes. Some are rated for full auto; some are not. Some are rated for magnum calibers; some are not. It's best to look at your specific applications and then see how different cans meet those needs. Generally, if used within the manufacturers' specs, modern suppressors will last pretty much indefinitely.

I haven't shot a lot of 9mm suppressors (and we don't make one yet either); however, I have shot the Evo-9. It is a good suppressor and it works well on the Glock 19.
 
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