Both were around the oddly balmy December 26 air temperature of 80 degrees to begin. I fired four shots fairly quick, within 15-20 seconds. The OG65 measured 176 degrees and the Airlock 6.5 234 degrees.
The airlock seemed a tad bit quieter.
I observed more heat mirage from the OG65 despite it measuring 58 degrees cooler. That didn’t make sense. I switched them back for two more shots each just to listen again.
The difference in sound suppression between the two is really negligible, but if pressed to chose, I’d say the Airlock is quieter.
Again the Airlock was hotter (189 vs. 141) Again I saw more mirage in my scope with the OG. Somebody smarter than me will have to figure that one out. Both will end up wearing covers which should mitigate any issues on that front for my use. I’m looking for recommendations on those if you fellows want to help me out.