u/Pistol_Whippa

Apologies for what seems like me "spamming". Reddit will not process the video when posted directly here, so I've uploaded to Youtube and you can view it there.

Im back with another comparison/test. This time, we are including the new Exigent Defense RICO309, which is their latest 9MM suppressor. Been hearing quite a bit about this one, but I always want to test cans myself without any influence or outside opinions. Unfortunately, I did not have my AP5 on me yesterday, so it is strictly direct blowback footage with my GHM9. I also did testing with the RICO309 and AC36 on my Rattler LT with Phantom Defense 220gr subsonic ammo. Both cans are rated for subsonic 300BLK, but Exigent specifically claims that the RICO is optimized for it, so I tested that. I did not include the Milkman in that specific testing, as I never considered it being rated for it at that time.

As always, DISCLAIMER: Im not on ANY of these companies payroll, team, staff, etc. My word isn't law, a final verdict. I'm not a guru or self proclaimed "expert" of anything. I'm just a consumer that loves suppressors and earns my bread just like most of you. Everything in the video (except the RICO309, which isn't mine. Thats courtesy of Tennessee Silencer) belongs to and was funded by ME. These are just MY thoughts and opinions. If you take issue with what I say, take that up with whatever higher power you believe in. I'm always 100 and my integrity is everything. Play ball.

TL;DW/DR: The RICO309 is a DAMN GOOD can. It truly is. I know Exigent isn't particularly a liked brand cause of their past antics, but we gotta be honest about things in this space. While I have enjoyed my MOB for the time I've owned it, don't regret owning it and it is STILL a top performer, I think in 2026 its extremely difficult to justify paying over $100+ more or to continue to soul search/wait on consistent restocks for a MOB/AC36 due to cans like the Milk and RICO being damn near indistinguishable to it. If you got the RICO over the MOB/AC, you'd have a difficult time distinguishing variances between them. I'm very impressed and it is super fire to see how suppressor technology has advanced in the past couple years. That said, I prefer the Milkman over both of them still just off form factor, better gas mitigation and looks alone.

This is my verdict: If you keep missing MOB restocks or think the MOB just costs too much (its been over 2 years, still costs over $1k and difficult to acquire), I'd honestly grab the RICO. You'd be VERY happy and wouldn't feel like you're "settling". If you want a shorter can with better looks (to me), better gas mitigation and want to support a dope company like OCL, get the Milkman.

Im back with another comparison/test. This time, we are including the new Exigent Defense RICO309, which is their latest 9MM suppressor. Been hearing quite a bit about this one, but I always want to test cans myself without any influence or outside opinions. Unfortunately, I did not have my AP5 on me yesterday, so it is strictly direct blowback footage with my GHM9. I also did testing with the RICO309 and AC36 on my Rattler LT with Phantom Defense 220gr subsonic ammo. Both cans are rated for subsonic 300BLK, but Exigent specifically claims that the RICO is optimized for it, so I tested that. I did not include the Milkman in that specific testing, as I never considered it being rated for it at that time.

As always, DISCLAIMER: Im not on ANY of these companies payroll, team, staff, etc. My word isn't law, a final verdict. I'm not a guru or self proclaimed "expert" of anything. I'm just a consumer that loves suppressors and earns my bread just like most of you. Everything in the video (except the RICO309, which isn't mine. Thats courtesy of Tennessee Silencer) belongs to and was funded by ME. These are just MY thoughts and opinions. If you take issue with what I say, take that up with whatever higher power you believe in. I'm always 100 and my integrity is everything. Play ball.

TL;DW/DR: The RICO309 is a DAMN GOOD can. It truly is. I know Exigent isn't particularly a liked brand cause of their past antics, but we gotta be honest about things in this space. While I have enjoyed my MOB for the time I've owned it, don't regret owning it and it is STILL a top performer, I think in 2026 its extremely difficult to justify paying over $100+ more or to continue to soul search/wait on consistent restocks for a MOB/AC36 due to cans like the Milk and RICO being damn near indistinguishable to it. If you got the RICO over the MOB/AC, you'd have a difficult time distinguishing variances between them. I'm very impressed and it is super fire to see how suppressor technology has advanced in the past couple years. That said, I prefer the Milkman over both of them still just off form factor, better gas mitigation and looks alone.

This is my verdict: If you keep missing MOB restocks or think the MOB just costs too much (its been over 2 years, still costs over $1k and difficult to acquire), I'd honestly grab the RICO. You'd be VERY happy and wouldn't feel like you're "settling". If you want a shorter can with better looks (to me), better gas mitigation and want to support a dope company like OCL, get the Milkman.

https://reddit.com/link/1tzfxvl/video/jnwr2n60vv5h1/player

I’m about to order the CAR15-SD Gen 2 upper (I already know about the wait) and wanted to know if using a Colt lower is possible? If so, whats the best lower for this and what is needed to make it happen? I’m looking at maybe a Griffin MK2 lower but if there’s another suggested lower, I’m willing to check it out. I know CMMG says it won’t work with their MK9 lower, but haven’t confirmed.

If it’s too much of a hassle or reliability isn’t there, is it better to just stay with a standard AR lower?