The Best Suppressor Mounts? - Rearden Plan B Mounts, Adapters, & Ecosystem

Published on October 7, 2023
Duration: 22:23

This video provides an in-depth review of the Rearden Plan B suppressor mounting system, detailing its adapters, muzzle devices, and ecosystem. The presenter, a firearms instructor with extensive personal experience, highlights the system's simplicity, lightweight design, and secure lockup compared to other systems like YHM. It covers various muzzle device options, including flash hiders and brakes, and discusses their performance characteristics and material finishes.

Quick Summary

The Plan B suppressor mounting system, exemplified by Rearden's offerings, excels in its cost-effectiveness, minimal size and weight, and broad compatibility with various muzzle devices. It utilizes a taper-lock design for secure suppressor attachment, offering minimal to no point of impact shift and demonstrating superior performance and reliability compared to older systems like YHM.

Chapters

  1. 01:21Introduction to Plan B System
  2. 01:37Full Disclosure & Personal Ownership
  3. 02:29Origin of Plan B System (Q)
  4. 03:00Channel Sponsors
  5. 03:32YHM Cans & Rearden Muzzle Devices
  6. 03:56How Plan B Muzzle Devices Operate
  7. 04:14YHM Turbo K with Rearden Atlas Adapter
  8. 05:05Aftermarket Adapters (Pure Performance Armory)
  9. 05:44Mini Three-Prong Flash Hiders
  10. 06:13Nitride vs. Heat Treated Finish
  11. 06:36Heat Treated Finish Carbon Buildup
  12. 07:12Dual Port Brake (DPB) & Single Port Brake (FPB)
  13. 07:41Three-Prong Flash Hiders Performance
  14. 08:32Rearden R2C Flash Rider
  15. 08:58Suppression Performance of Brakes
  16. 09:22Advantage of Smaller Muzzle Devices
  17. 09:54Muzzle Devices for Dedicated Suppressed Builds
  18. 10:10Dual Purpose Device Options
  19. 10:40Advantage of Plan B Ecosystem
  20. 11:15Plan B vs. Direct Thread
  21. 11:52Testing & Round Count Experience
  22. 12:41POI Shift Testing Setup
  23. 13:33Muzzle Devices Used in Testing
  24. 14:22POI Shift Results (PSA Saber)
  25. 14:337.62x39 Ammo Performance
  26. 15:10Comparison to Old YHM System
  27. 16:53YHM SRX System
  28. 17:31Griffin Armament Dual Lock System
  29. 19:28YHM Ratcheting System Issues
  30. 19:40Griffin Dual Lock Security
  31. 20:31Conclusion on Rearden Plan B System
  32. 20:59Trade-offs of Suppressor Mounting Systems
  33. 21:33Simplest & Cost-Effective System
  34. 21:53Personal Recommendation for YouTubers
  35. 22:16Final Thoughts & Thank You

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary advantage of the Plan B suppressor mounting system?

The Plan B system's main advantages are its cost-effectiveness, exceptionally light and small profile, and a wide variety of compatible muzzle devices from numerous manufacturers, allowing users to tailor a setup to their specific needs.

How does the Rearden Plan B system secure a suppressor?

The Plan B system uses a taper-lock design. The muzzle device has external threads and a taper, which mate with the internal taper and threads of the adapter. When the suppressor is threaded onto the adapter, it locks securely onto this taper.

What is the difference between nitrided and heat-treated Rearden muzzle devices?

Nitrided muzzle devices generally resist carbon buildup better and are slicker than heat-treated versions. Heat-treated devices are often less expensive and may have a different aesthetic, but can become 'crusty' with carbon more quickly.

Did the video observe any point of impact (POI) shift with the Plan B system?

During testing on a PSA Saber 5.56, the presenter observed virtually no point of impact shift when attaching or removing the suppressor. Similar results were noted on a 7.62x39 build, though with a slight upward shift when the suppressor was removed.

How does the Plan B system compare to older YHM suppressor mounts?

The Plan B system is significantly smaller, lighter, and offers a more reliable lockup compared to older YHM mounts. The YHM system is described as larger, heavier, more complex, and prone to accuracy degradation due to its less consistent locking mechanism.

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