My Surefire FA556AR has absolutely no point of impact shift. Also, it is very quiet. I only hear the crack of the bullet. They are not overpriced.
It is important to realize that the more robust construction of the suppressor, the better it will hold up. Meanwhile, the military decided to go with the Surefire:
Defense Review - SureFire Suppressors Wins USSOCOM Family of Muzzle Brake Suppressors (FMBS) Contract for Rifle Suppressors (Silencers/Sound Suppressors) and Flash Hider/Adaptors
It was only after shooting with a suppressor that I realize how important all of things Surefire brings to the table actually are.
Just my two cents.
Well, let's get right down to the nuts and bolts of it. I never said Surefire suppressors were not a good product. I said they are
A) Overpriced for where they stand in the technological aspect of suppressors in todays market.
B) Compared to the latest technology in suppressors (Ti tubes) they are still overpriced.
C) You claim no impact shift..... which is funny because I have that same exact can on a 14.5" AR15 and it shifts about 2" low at 100 yards. It's repeatable but still there is a shift from zero without the suppressor.
D) The military goes with about 5 or 6 different suppressor manufacturers so lets not hype that up to much. Every branch can solicit different requirements and contracts. AAC won a military contract for their 300SD as well as the Titan.
Let's Compare pricing:
Surefire FA762SS - I have found them anywhere from $1750-$1900.00 on various websites and one local store. (with no muzzle device)
Thunder Beast 30BA - $1100-$1200.00 with one muzzle device.
AAC 300SD - the latest in Ti mag rated technology. 13oz can @ $1700-$1800 with no brake.
I own a few Surefire suppressors. They are more of a harsh environment, hard use, anything goes type suppressor. They are not the most quiet can on the market by a long shot.
When bringing things to the table, make sure you have more to go off of then just an internet report. Usually first hand experience is more valuable then something you read on the net.
I am not bashing Surefire, just giving my honest evaluation compared to the other suppressors I use. I still use and support their products but for a guy on a budget wanting a do all, best bang for your buck suppressor.... I just can't say that it's Surefire.