AAC Eco-9 9mm Suppressor and Rattac Barrel

Published on January 7, 2012
Duration: 8:10

This video reviews the AAC Echo 9 9mm suppressor and Rattac threaded barrel for the Glock 19. The reviewer highlights the suppressor's quiet operation, durable construction (aluminum body, stainless steel blast chamber), and competitive performance against more expensive models. The Rattac barrel is praised for its stainless steel construction, national match quality, and reliable function with reloaded ammunition without point of impact shifts, contrasting it with previous experiences with Lone Wolf barrels.

Quick Summary

The AAC Echo 9 9mm suppressor offers impressive sound reduction, metering at 133 dB at the muzzle and 127 dB at the ear when run dry. It features an aluminum body, stainless steel blast chamber, and a 1/2x28 thread. The Rattac barrel, made of stainless steel, provides reliable function with reloads and no point of impact shift.

Chapters

  1. 00:20Introduction & Daily Carry
  2. 00:44Introducing AAC Echo 9 Suppressor & Rattac Barrel
  3. 01:01AAC Echo 9 Suppressor Specs
  4. 02:07Rattac Barrel Details
  5. 03:22Suppressor Performance & Sound
  6. 04:17Suppressor Comparisons
  7. 05:49Impressions of Suppressor Quietness
  8. 06:06Final Thoughts: Suppressor & Barrel Combo
  9. 07:04Where to Purchase

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key specifications of the AAC Echo 9 suppressor?

The AAC Echo 9 suppressor weighs about 10.5 ounces and is 8.5 inches long. It features a hard-anodized aluminum body with aluminum baffles and a durable stainless steel blast chamber. It is available with a 1/2x28 thread pattern.

How does the Rattac barrel perform with reloaded ammunition?

The Rattac barrel is praised for its reliable function with reloaded ammunition, including 147-grain jacketed hollow points. Unlike some other aftermarket barrels, it did not require chamber reaming to work with the reviewer's reloads.

What is the sound reduction level of the AAC Echo 9 suppressor?

When tested dry, the AAC Echo 9 suppressor meters at approximately 133 dB at the muzzle and 127 dB at the ear. These readings are considered competitive with more expensive suppressors on the market.

Does the Rattac barrel affect point of impact on a Glock 19?

No, the reviewer noted that the Rattac barrel did not cause any point of impact shifts. The pistol still shot to the exact same point of aim with iron sights as it did with the factory Glock barrel.

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