I have wanted a Springfield M1A SOCOM off and on, but have always been uneasy about getting one because of the loud report, due to the muzzle device.
I have shot 308 carbines, plain barrel, and not found them to be all that loud or even that bad on recoil, so I don't care about the increased recoil, as the rifle is no lightweight, anyway, but I hate the loud report of about any rifle with a compensator.
Has anyone had the device removed from a SOCOM or maybe covered up. Yes, I know, just wear ear protection, but as a hunting, ranch rifle, sometimes there isn't time to put ear protection on, when needing to get off a fast shot at a fleeting opportunity. Anyone? Suggestions?
I have shot 308 carbines, plain barrel, and not found them to be all that loud or even that bad on recoil, so I don't care about the increased recoil, as the rifle is no lightweight, anyway, but I hate the loud report of about any rifle with a compensator.
Has anyone had the device removed from a SOCOM or maybe covered up. Yes, I know, just wear ear protection, but as a hunting, ranch rifle, sometimes there isn't time to put ear protection on, when needing to get off a fast shot at a fleeting opportunity. Anyone? Suggestions?