Gemtech paying $200 tax on Supressors purchased before May 1st.

[Brandon-k]

Awesome. Too bad I'm broke. I'm sure some of you ballers might want to get in on this though.

http://www.gem-tech.com/blog/

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What kind of real sound reduction could one expect for an ar15?

[Trick Pony]

It's in the FAQ on their website

http://www.gem-tech.com/store/pc/viewContent.asp?idpage=7#19

[billybob81]

Only on the 5.56 Trek-T though. I have been wanting one for my .308, but guess I will have to wait. I want one for the .300 whisper I plan on building as well.

[KBScobravert]

What kind of real sound reduction could one expect for an ar15?

PM me your email and I will send you a video of me shooting a 16" AR15 with a Gemtech G5.

[KBScobravert]

Guys I can not see their site. What suppressors does it applie to this time around? Can anyone cut and paste?

If I understand it right, you can buy a suppressor on THEIR mentioned list from any authorized dealer and send them your receipt and they will cover the $200 on the transfer tax. Is that about right?

I need a .308 or maybe another .223 long gun style suppressor.

I have a Outback II, G5 and the Tundra.

Their new Outback IID is more user friendly and can be taken apart to be cleaned. Kind of a must for dirty .22lr. Right now I just hose it repeatedly with bore scrub foam followed by hot water followed by WD40. It would be nice to be able to pull it apart and clean the cones though.

[Sean88gt]

What kind of coin?

[Brandon-k]

Guys I can not see their site. What suppressors does it applie to this time around? Can anyone cut and paste?

If I understand it right, you can buy a suppressor on THEIR mentioned list from any authorized dealer and send them your receipt and they will cover the $200 on the transfer tax. Is that about right?

I need a .308 or maybe another .223 long gun style suppressor.

I have a Outback II, G5 and the Tundra.

Their new Outback IID is more user friendly and can be taken apart to be cleaned. Kind of a must for dirty .22lr. Right now I just hose it repeatedly with bore scrub foam followed by hot water followed by WD40. It would be nice to be able to pull it apart and clean the cones though.

They have it blocked her at my work too...I just reposted this from another board. Looks like it is for the Trek-T 5.56 according to BillyBob81.

[LANTIRN]

Copied from their site:

The short answer: It depends.

We offer multiple suppressors for the 5.56mm family of weapons. The primary difference between them is the way in which they mount to the host weapon and the materials used in their construction. The right suppressor choice for you is based on the mount style you prefer as well as how much you would like to spend.


The TREK is a simple, durable, thread mount design. As our shortest and quietest 5.56mm threadmounting suppressor it is ideal as an "always on" suppressor on compact rifles where overall system length is a prime consideration. The TREK is an affordable suppressor for law enforcement agencies that want to purchase multiple suppressors on a limited budget. The TREK can also be used for .22LR, .17HMR, and other intermediate calibers such as 5.7x28mm, .22 Hornet and .22-250, etc. The TREK features 100% welded construction and is rated for full-auto fire on 5.56mm rifles with barrels at least 10.4" in length.


The TREK-T is identical to the TREK in dimensions and design but is built from 100% high strength titanium alloys. It is the shortest, quietest, and lightest 5.56mm threadmounting suppressor that Gemtech offers with full-auto capability. It is an extremely light weight and compact package adding just over 4" in length to the host rifle (when compared to a traditional flash hider) and just over 10 ounces in weight - about the same as most handgun suppressors! The TREK-T is rated for full-auto fire on 5.56mm rifles with barrels at least 10.4" in length.


The HALO is a robust, universal mounting suppressor. Designed to mount to a NATO standard flash hider it can be used on the A1 and A2 flash hiders of the AR-15 / M16 family of rifles as well as the M249 SAW, HK, FN, Ruger, and many other rifles. The patented universal mounting system provides a secure means of attachment to a number of rifles without the added expense of special flash hider mounts for each host weapon. Sold primarily to the US Military and friendly foreign nations, the HALO is extremely popular because it does not require any modification to the host weapon to be able to mount it. Therefore it can be shared between several operators as needed.

The HALO is rated for full-auto fire within the limitations of the ammunition and host firearm and should be used on 5.56mm weapons with barrels at least 10.4" in length.

The 2010 models of HALO (identified from earlier models by a rear closer that has an aggressive “golfball” griptexture and four internal alignment teeth that can be seen down inside the female mount) also fit the Smith Enterprises VORTEX flash hiders, which also adds the benefit of four indexable locking points.


The G5 is a true quick connect, quick disconnect suppressor. The G5 is the premier Gemtech 5.56mm suppressor. It utilizes an improved Quickmount system for secure, repeatable installation on the host weapon. While shorter, and lighter than the HALO it provides equal or slightly better sound reduction. The G5 has no levers, gates or locking rings to rotate or tighten during mounting so there is nothing to come loose during extended firing. The G5 mounts with a gross motor movement that can be done in complete darkness, under stress, and the operator is assured that the suppressor is securely locked in place. In use by all branches of the US Military; Federal, State, and local Law Enforcement; as well as the militaries of 8 foreign nations; the G5 has been issued a US National Stock Number (NSN). The G5 is also rated for full-auto use on 5.56mm rifles with barrels at least 10.4" in length.


The G5-T is identical in dimension and performance to the original G5, but in a lighter, high strength titanium, 100% welded package. The G5-T uses the same flash hider adapters for mounting as the standard G5. The G5-T is rated for full-auto use on 5.56mm rifles with barrels at least 10.4" in length.

All of our 5.56mm suppressors are considered hearing safe by OSHA standards.

Gemtech 5.56mm Suppressor Comparison Chart:


Model
Length (in)
Dia. (in)
Weight (oz)
Materials
Reduction (MIL-STD 1474D)

G5
7.0
1.5
18.8
Stainless Steel, Titanium, Inconel
32-34 dB

G5-T
7.0
1.5
14.3
Titanium, Inconel
32-34 dB

HALO
7.25
1.5
21.8
Stainless Steel, Inconel
31-33 dB

TREK
5.7
1.5
17.5
Corrosion Resistant Steel, Inconel
29-30 dB

TREK-T
5.7
1.5
10.3
Titanium, Inconel
29-30 dB



You have several different models of 7.62mm suppressors. What is the difference?

Our 7.62mm suppressors are all very similar, sharing an accuracy-first baffle design. We offer four models to fit individual preferences and requirements. Here's how to decide:

MATERIAL: Your choice of Stainless Steel (The HVT Suppressor) or Titanium (SANDSTORM and QUICKSAND)

MOUNT: Your choice of Thread Mount - HVT-THD (steel) and SANDSTORM (titanium) OR Quick Detach - HVT-QD (steel) and QUICKSAND (titanium)

That's all there is to it. The baffle design is the same in all four models and the performance will be very similar so all you have to decide is what material you want (or how much you want to spend) and what type of mount you want - traditional threads or quick detach.

[KBScobravert]

Only on the 5.56 Trek-T though. I have been wanting one for my .308, but guess I will have to wait. I want one for the .300 whisper I plan on building as well.

I just called Joey at Gemtech. Yes, only on the 5.56 Trek-T. He said it is a smaller suppressor than the G5 (already have one) and is louder....BUT....it is ful auto safe, 10oz and smaller in size, and rated down to a 10.3" barrel.

Not bad for a SBR build.

I also asked about upgrading my Outback II to the IID and for $145 plus shipping I can send it to them either UPS/FedEx/USPS without using an FFL etc.

[KBScobravert]

Copied from their site:

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Thanks for that LANTIRN

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MSRP listed on the site for the TREK-T is $1,100.

[LANTIRN]

Thanks for that LANTIRN

No problem.

[billybob81]

I just called Joey at Gemtech. Yes, only on the 5.56 Trek-T. He said it is a smaller suppressor than the G5 (already have one) and is louder....BUT....it is ful auto safe, 10oz and smaller in size, and rated down to a 10.3" barrel.

Not bad for a SBR build.

I also asked about upgrading my Outback II to the IID and for $145 plus shipping I can send it to them either UPS/FedEx/USPS without using an FFL etc.

It seems like a good deal, but I don't really want a Trek-T, so I am not going to drop the $1100 JUST because they are covering the tax stamp, even though I have an SBR. It has a 10.5" barrel though, and the original Trek is rated down to a 10.4" barrel.

I have an Outback II as well, and I think I will send it to them to upgrade. I like the idea about being able to tear it down to clean it. Thanks for that info!

[KBScobravert]

It seems like a good deal, but I don't really want a Trek-T, so I am not going to drop the $1100 JUST because they are covering the tax stamp, even though I have an SBR. It has a 10.5" barrel though, and the original Trek is rated down to a 10.4" barrel.

I have an Outback II as well, and I think I will send it to them to upgrade. I like the idea about being able to tear it down to clean it. Thanks for that info!

I will stick with my G5. $1100 is to rich for my blood even if they are paying the tax stamp