Re: When suppressing an AR, how do you
I would go with the Piston Conversion kits myself. The very nature of the suppressor itself is to hold the pressurized gases and slowly allow them to bleed off, thus reducing the sound signature. Not only would the suppressed gun be more efficient with the piston kit, it would be much cleaner and easier to shoot, with no gases in the action area. Personally, I cannot see why so many resist the piston kits?? They are just another piece of the evolution of the Ar-16/Ar-15 weapon system. Much to me like the A2, A3 & A4 varieties. With all the cost and hassle of buying a suppressor, I would think adding a simple piston conversion would be a piece of cake, you get much more for your money, and a cleaner, more reliable weapon. I would think the piston kit should pre-date any thoughts of a suppressed weapon.