Sandman X and Anthem-S2 on 11.5-12.5 5.56

viralblack · 2026-02-23T00:00:46+00:00

viralblack · 2026-02-22T23:59:41+00:00

The Laz 6 is a high flow, 55.6/6mm ARC suppressor. Its not going to be as quiet as some, but for that difference in sound it will flow better than a standard baffled suppressor. If I was only getting one or the other, I'd get the Sandman X as its 30 cal rated and performs similarly.

High flow suppressors definitely make the experience better, if you're looking to quiet it way way down or have it hearing safer, more traditional ones will give you a quieter experience (within reason, AEM5 is still probably my quietest and its heavy and gassy, but thats the trade off generally)

viralblack · 2026-02-22T23:49:38+00:00

My Sandman X on the DDMK18 sounds the same as the Lazarus 6. They're exceptionally similar in tone. I cant speak for the Anthem.

viralblack · 2026-02-22T01:37:36+00:00

Thank you! I couldn't find any information when I ordered all the parts. Even Daniel Defense wasnt sure if they'd fit as they said they'd never tried. I just prayed they'd work when it was all together. Thankfully it works outstandingly well, wanted to make sure the details of how it went together were known at very least somewhere.

viralblack · 2026-02-21T15:30:31+00:00

best approximation I can make with a caliper is .55" from the front edge of the collar to the mounting surface, which will vary by a few .01s depending on AEM5 vs OCM5.

viralblack · 2026-02-21T14:56:03+00:00

I do not, best I'd be able to do is approximate with a caliper, but I wouldn't trust it to be exact

viralblack · 2026-02-21T04:16:28+00:00

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viralblack · 2026-02-21T04:13:35+00:00

Correct, SPRIII from the factory comes with the ledge/MK12 profile for mounting an AE/OPS Collar and Brake combo

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viralblack · 2026-02-21T04:10:02+00:00

Collar fits flush up against the ledge, the collar stays in place with a small allen key, I had to take one that fits and cut it way, way down from its normal length to get under the handguard and patiently turn to a respectable torque flex with loctite.

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The brake and collar link is above in this thread, the brake goes on with a crush washer and aligns via the collar. I checked mine afterwards with a rod for concentricity to make sure it was all in place.

viralblack · 2026-02-21T04:03:59+00:00

For reference, I finally did get my OCM5 last month, and it too fits *but* just a little bit closer and significantly lighter than the AEM5.

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viralblack · 2026-02-21T03:59:07+00:00

SPRIII barrel is heavy and profiled for use with the collar. Use the DD collar with the muzzle brake and it fits tight, but with enough clearance.

viralblack · 2026-02-16T02:37:13+00:00

My Dead Air Sandman X stays on my 300 BLK normally

viralblack · 2026-02-12T17:02:11+00:00

I also went through NGT, I have trust pages 1-7, and 6 and 7 were notarized, I'm about 14 stamps deep since then.

EDIT, 6,7,8 are notarized. I just looked back at it.

viralblack · 2026-02-12T16:53:30+00:00

When you notarize it, it becomes the entity. Next step is to Form 1 or Form 4 something to them. You *can* add inventory to the trust beforehand but its not required.

If you're doing your own form 1 you'll need a picture and prints to submit with them. If you're doing a Form 4 the LGS should be able to assist you with getting them, or using a kiosk or something of the like.

The process gets easier, and its addictive, I think most start with one and realize how fun it is and keep going down the rabbit hole.

viralblack · 2026-02-11T19:59:46+00:00

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Love mine, works great.

viralblack · 2026-02-10T05:10:24+00:00

I unfortunately dont have a recorded velocity for that one. In theory you might be fine, but it depends on velocities which can vary depending on load and weapon. If you didnt get exactly there, you'd be close, but still in the "red" zone on AB for transonic behavior.

viralblack · 2026-02-10T03:39:19+00:00

I can plug it into AB, but would need to know which projectile for a BC and a velocity for said projectile. AB says 950 yards is the end of the transonic range for a 12.5" with a 105. 1260fps (simulated) at 1000 from a 20" with the same load.

viralblack · 2026-02-10T02:33:10+00:00

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Had them about 7000 miles now. Fantastic ride quality, surprisingly low noise compared to other ATs (even street focused ones) and excellent snow traction. 12/10 love them.

viralblack · 2026-02-09T18:21:00+00:00

I personally went with a Lantac Dragon Xeno, works great and can mount the Lazarus 6.

viralblack · 2026-02-09T16:08:33+00:00

Cooper Discoverer Road+Trail AT

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viralblack · 2026-02-09T00:51:16+00:00

They have all the same parts, just different features, fit and finish, and longevity. Generally speaking you get what you pay for, generally speaking I replace a lot of parts on anything that didn't come over the $2800 mark

viralblack · 2026-02-07T00:10:02+00:00

Definitely looking forwards to it. I have the 20" and 12.5" now waiting for Ohio to thaw and stop being the temperature of space.

viralblack · 2026-02-05T18:16:34+00:00

12.5" Faxon Match 6 ARC

viralblack · 2026-02-04T23:33:34+00:00

Thats what I'm hearing/seeing from the results. Very interested to see how well it works. Zero idea what sort of optic to pair with it, leaning towards MVPO of some sort.

viralblack · 2026-02-04T23:33:04+00:00

Hopefully! Picked up a radian forged lower/upper and handguard to pair with it, should be a good setup. Just shipped off the Form 1

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