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So you are wanting to buy an Allen Engineering suppressor but dont know where to start? There is a lot to learn about the OPS/AE ecosystem, from its long history to technical knowledge. Hopefully this helps get you started with understanding AE suppressors so you can enjoy their performance.
One of the complexities of Allen Engineering suppressors are the various mounting styles. While all AE suppressors are reflex, some of them require different mounting lengths.
One of the unique feature of Allen Engineering suppressors is the use of the 2-point mounting system. As the suppressor threads onto the muzzle or muzzle device the rear of the suppressor will push up against a taper and aligns itself.
When shopping for an OPS/AE style brake many people ask, what is the difference between the short and long brakes? Simply, it comes down to how you want to time your muzzle device.
How many turns are required to properly mount your Allen Engineering suppressor? The short answer is 7-10 turns.
You will see an original first section made by Phil Seberger. This first-section is an example of what was used in the early OPS INC suppressors.
Introducing the Allegheny Arms Gas Block. This project simplifies the OPS/AE mounting system by combining the collar and gas block into one piece. This helps create the shortest mounting configuration possible with Allen Engineering suppressors.
Since we get a lot of questions about the old and new knurling, we thought it would be a good idea to dive a bit deeper into the subject.
This is a re-upload of the original OPS INC design from 1990
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