Videos tagged with 9mm Subsonic

This video debunks the myth that a golf ball launcher is a silencer. While it significantly alters the sound profile of a 9mm pistol, making it a 'deep thump' rather than a sharp crack, it does not suppress the noise effectively. Testing with both standard and subsonic ammunition reveals that the device functions as a hollow expansion chamber, primarily designed for launching golf balls using blanks.

This video critiques media coverage of a student arrested for possessing an AR-15 and 1,500 rounds of ammunition, arguing the quantity is minimal for enthusiasts. The speaker, demonstrating significant personal inventory of firearms accessories and ammunition, advocates for Second Amendment rights and calls for legal support for the student. The content highlights the disparity between media portrayal and the reality of responsible gun ownership.

This video demonstrates a 180-yard shot using a 9mm integrally suppressed AR-15, filmed through a smartphone camera mounted behind an EOTech optic. The shooter, Ziga from Polenar Tactical, highlights the accuracy and quietness of the subsonic 9mm platform, even at extended pistol-caliber distances. The demonstration showcases the feasibility of long-range shooting with specialized PCC setups and the challenges of remote aiming via phone.

Subsonic ammunition travels below the speed of sound (<1100 fps) to eliminate the sonic crack, making it ideal for suppressed shooting. While offering reduced recoil and quieter operation, subsonic rounds often require heavier bullets and specific barrel twist rates for stabilization. Semi-automatic firearms may also face cycling issues with lower-pressure subsonic loads, making certain platforms like bolt-action rifles or .300 Blackout ARs more suitable.

This review by Kit Badger tests three 9mm subsonic offerings from Freedom Munitions: 147gr Remanufactured, 147gr Hush, and 165gr Hush. The primary finding was a consistent failure to cycle reliably in a Glock 17 with a Liberty Mystic suppressor, making them impractical for use. The reviewer notes that other ammunition brands cycled without issue, indicating a compatibility problem with the tested Freedom Munitions products.