THIS ACTUALLY WORKED? (Kind Of)

Published on March 26, 2025
Duration: 0:57

This video tests a makeshift suppressor by wrapping a Vortex Sun Hoodie around the muzzle of a Taurus TX22. While it did suppress sound, the experiment resulted in a malfunction, breaking the gun's extractor due to excessive gas blowback. The host demonstrates the damage and explains the mechanical failure.

Quick Summary

Using clothing like a Vortex Sun Hoodie as a makeshift suppressor on a Taurus TX22 suppressed sound but caused a critical malfunction, breaking the gun's extractor due to excessive gas blowback.

Chapters

  1. 00:00DIY Suppressor Concept with Clothing
  2. 00:16Taurus TX22 Setup and Initial Test
  3. 00:24Sound Suppression and Firearm Malfunction
  4. 00:34Damage Analysis: Broken Extractor

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened when the Vortex Sun Hoodie was used as a makeshift suppressor on the Taurus TX22?

The experiment successfully suppressed some sound, but it caused a malfunction. The firearm broke, specifically the extractor was damaged due to excessive gas blowback from the fabric obstruction.

Can clothing be used as a suppressor for a firearm?

While clothing might offer some sound suppression, it is extremely risky. This experiment showed it can lead to firearm malfunctions and damage, like breaking the extractor, due to gas blowback.

What part of the Taurus TX22 broke during the makeshift suppressor test?

The host identified a broken extractor on the Taurus TX22. This failure is attributed to the excessive gas blowback caused by the fabric obstruction acting as a makeshift suppressor.

Why did the makeshift suppressor cause the Taurus TX22 to malfunction?

The fabric wrapped around the muzzle acted as an obstruction, causing excessive gas blowback. This increased pressure likely led to the failure of critical components, specifically breaking the extractor.

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