New Titanium Dead Air OTB

[Gtscotty]

DT returns to zero fine. Why are left handed threads a good thing? In my experience they just make it easier to loosen the adapter when you're tightening the can.

I've haven't had that happen a single time with multiple cans running Xeno and getting moved around. What I did have happen repeatedly with Plan-A, a RH thread taper, was the adapter stay with the muzzle device when removing the can because the taper provided more resistance than the 1.375x24 hub threads no matter how much I tried to torque it on by hand. I tried using various thread lockers and nearly had one adapter become permanent after the thread locker cooked on and I couldn't get it off.

After I put my Xeno on a can, I put the right sized socket on the hex portion, give it a few zips with the 1/4" impact and it's on there till I want it to come off then it's just as easy to remove. If folks want to run DT, that's usually fine especially if the can is dedicated to one rifle, but for taper systems, LH threads and hex flats (spanner slots suck) are where it's at for me.

 

[AlaskaRed]

I've haven't had that happen a single time with multiple cans running Xeno and getting moved around. What I did have happen repeatedly with Plan-A, a RH thread taper, was the adapter stay with the muzzle device when removing the can because the taper provided more resistance than the 1.375x24 hub threads no matter how much I tried to torque it on by hand. I tried using various thread lockers and nearly had one adapter become permanent after the thread locker cooked on and I couldn't get it off.

After I put my Xeno on a can, I put the right sized socket on the hex portion, give it a few zips with the 1/4" impact and it's on there till I want it to come off then it's just as easy to remove. If folks want to run DT, that's usually fine especially if the can is dedicated to one rifle, but for taper systems, LH threads and hex flats (spanner slots suck) are where it's at for me.

Exactly. Direct thread can be good and save weight which is appealing to me as well. But, let's not pretend DT doesn't come with inherent issues. Some people will trade 1.5-2 ounces to fix those issues some won't. Life is full of choices so be it. I can shed an once or two cutting some unneeded length off my backpack straps and move on with life.

 

[JDMBEND]

April 1. Any updates? Rumors?

 

[Road_Hunter]

So it extends the length of the barrel by .2" less than an airlock (7mm), weighs a quarter lb more, and has basically the same signature reduction, according to an article I saw in Petersens Hunting, and the price difference is within 5%.

Is there anything I'm missing? I like DA, and own multiple offerings from them, but it seems like it's mostly a me-too offering. Anyone care to tell me why I should buy one over the other?

 

[dårlig jeger]

So it extends the length of the barrel by .2" less than an airlock (7mm), weighs a quarter lb more, and has basically the same signature reduction, according to an article I saw in Petersens Hunting, and the price difference is within 5%.

Is there anything I'm missing? I like DA, and own multiple offerings from them, but it seems like it's mostly a me-too offering. Anyone care to tell me why I should buy one over the other?

If you want to shoot 308 cal? I think when you compare the length difference to 30 cal cans, the difference is more noteworthy.

The DA is rated for 12.5" creedmoor sized cases, too, so maybe for short barrels.

Or, if you already have xeno mounts.

 

[JDMBEND]

So it extends the length of the barrel by .2" less than an airlock (7mm), weighs a quarter lb more, and has basically the same signature reduction, according to an article I saw in Petersens Hunting, and the price difference is within 5%.

Is there anything I'm missing? I like DA, and own multiple offerings from them, but it seems like it's mostly a me-too offering. Anyone care to tell me why I should buy one over the other?

I have had great results from my DA Nomad Ti and I wanted a otb can. In the future if I like the otb, I will probably try a UM otb. Currently Airlock does not offer a otb. Curious how a otb makes the rifle balance.
So much good stuff out there

 

[AlaskaRed]

So it extends the length of the barrel by .2" less than an airlock (7mm), weighs a quarter lb more, and has basically the same signature reduction, according to an article I saw in Petersens Hunting, and the price difference is within 5%.

Is there anything I'm missing? I like DA, and own multiple offerings from them, but it seems like it's mostly a me-too offering. Anyone care to tell me why I should buy one over the other?

They are rating it for 7mm backcountry to 16". Good for warranty issues if you blow it up I suppose. Airlock is still testing theirs so that may change soon.

Also 30 Cal is more versatile. The choice ends up personal. How many cans do you own? Do you plan on dedicating it or moving it around?

 

[JDMBEND]

Forgot to add that the DA will go over some carbon fiber barrels.

 

[Road_Hunter]

The 30 cal comparison makes a more compelling argument. I have multiple 30 cal cans, so adding one optimized for a specific use case makes a little more sense in my case.

 

[AlaskaRed]

The 30 cal comparison makes a more compelling argument. I have multiple 30 cal cans, so adding one optimized for a specific use case makes a little more sense in my case.

If your're on your 4th or 5th can I think the Airlock will fill a more niche hole better, depending on your use case of course.

 

[Road_Hunter]

Yeah. I think in my case it does. Plus it lets me run iron sights. Call me a Fudd, but I've had a couple run-ins with high humidity + heavy rain that made optics unusable.

 

[Kooziehiker]

This can looks promising, very interested to hear report from owners. Ordering an AB 6 right now, but this could be awesome for a magnum with shorter barrel.

 

[AlaskaRed]

Yeah. I think in my case it does. Plus it lets me run iron sights. Call me a Fudd, but I've had a couple run-ins with high humidity + heavy rain that made optics unusable.

Nothing fudd about iron sights. Putting some on my 9.3 build.

 

[wind gypsy]

So it extends the length of the barrel by .2" less than an airlock (7mm), weighs a quarter lb more, and has basically the same signature reduction, according to an article I saw in Petersens Hunting, and the price difference is within 5%.

Is there anything I'm missing? I like DA, and own multiple offerings from them, but it seems like it's mostly a me-too offering. Anyone care to tell me why I should buy one over the other?

You dont have to race everyone on the internet for a chance to order one to be delivered 4 months into the future and go through limited SOT options?

If airlock can increase availability I’d agree that they’ll be touch to beat for many hunters.

 

[wadeatl]

Has anyone heard if these are shipping?

 

[JDMBEND]

Hopefully soon. This industry is terrible at meeting deadlines.