Featured [SHOT Show 2017] RECOIL Exclusive: Gemtech Lunar-45 Industry News January 13, 2017 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Read our affiliate policy. Find out more about how we test products. We're going to be seeing a lot of new gear next week at SHOT, but today Gemtech has allowed us a sneak peak of something that they'll be presenting both at Industry Day at the Range and on the show floor itself. As you can imagine coming from Gemtech, it's a silencer. In this case it's a .45ACP can of the modular variety. We haven't had hands-on, but we do have some pictures and specifications to share with you. SHOT Show 2017: Gemtech Lunar-45 Gemtech claims it's the “Lightest, Quietest, Modular 45 caliber silencer” available. Full auto rated, the Lunar-45 is modular, user-serviceable and comes with it's own take-down tool. The listed specifications are: LONG Weight: 11.3oz Length: 8.5” Diameter: 1.375” 129dB at shooters ear* SHORT Weight: 10.1oz Length: 6.9” Diameter: 1.375” 136dB at shooters ear* *Dry readings, full size 1911 230gr FMJ As you may have surmised from the “Dry readings” portion of the specs, the Gemtech Lunar-45 can be run wet or dry, depending on which caliber is used. Gemtech tells us the Lunar-45 can be run with .45ACP, 9mm, 10mm (dry only), .40S&W (dry only), and subsonic .300BLK. Gemtech also says the following: The GEMTECH Lunar-45 is the culmination of decades of silencer innovation. We have created the lightest and quietest modular 45 caliber suppressor available that is able to be completely taken part and cleaned. The Lunar-45 is crafted from military grade aluminum and titanium for the utmost in durability and strength. GEMTECH offers a variety of mounting options for the Lunar-45 allowing it to be used on a variety of platforms and calibers. The Innovation, Accuracy and Quality is what makes GEMTECH, The Professional's Choice for Decades. With a name including the word ‘Lunar' we couldn't help but perform a little bit of Photoshop–either that or Gemtech has been supplying the US Government with equipment for far far longer than we suspected. Gemtech will be exhibiting the Lunar-45 and their other wares at SHOT Show next in Las Vegas next week, booth 20521. You can visit Gemtech online here. They'll also be hosting John “Tig” Tiegen, from the real 13 Hours in Benghazi for a couple hours at SHOT. Details below. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
