I use a can because it causes fewer disturbances when getting rid of pests, so I can shoot three or four vermin instead of one (before they start running). The other is that since I am a true environmentalist, I hate noise pollution.

I use an Accuracy International 338 Lapua Magnum with a Sierra 1 three piece system. The things I really like about the Sierra can are: It is made of steel, so if I stick it in my pocket or on the outside of a ruck, it doesn't get beat up, i.e., it is a very solid silencer.

When using it at night, the three knurls let me know immediately which end to screw over the muzzle brake, without looking. The can screws on really tight but is easy to take off. In other words, it doesn't get stuck on the rifle and you don't have to wrestle with it to get it off.

The muzzle brake that Dale installed on my .338 replaced the A.I. brake. There is actually less perceived recoil impulse than with the factory brake, and the rifle is very pleasant to shoot. When the can is added it does several things. Since Dale timed it somehow, I am able to have repeatable clicks to re-zero my rifle, i.e., I know it drops 2 inches every time. This is really handy, and I know that at 500, I will hit a 6" target every time without any further checking of zero. This is a great thing, as every other can I use, has to be zeroed before use, or used at black powder range because the zero is never predictable or repeatable. In other words, there is no trust factor whatsoever with the other cans. With Elite Iron's, I just screw it on.

The other thing is that if I am in a fixed varmint firing position, I just screw the can on, make my adjustments, find a suitable target at whatever engagement range, and verify zero with a few shots. The perceptible noise level to the shooter firing is unbelievably low. I have had animals downrange run directly to me numerous times now after making headshots on their brethren. They actually run to the shooter. This is really handy for long range varminting. And recoil is greatly reduced to the point where I am not actively conscious of shooting, even when conducting range work.

I just can't say enough about this product - it delivers unbelievable performance, with no excuses - every time. I have never had to get my product from Elite Iron serviced - they were put together right from the start - but Dale & Kathy are great to talk to.

Jeb Brown
Multifamily/Commercial Project Manager
Austin, TX