How quiet is the @SilencerCo Sparrow suppressor?

Published on January 8, 2023
Duration: 0:39

This video from Big Daddy Unlimited tests the sound suppression of the SilencerCo Sparrow suppressor with three different .22LR ammunition types. The instructor demonstrates that even supersonic rounds can be shot without hearing protection when suppressed, highlighting the effectiveness of the Sparrow. The test provides practical insights into suppressor performance with varying ammo velocities.

Quick Summary

The SilencerCo Sparrow suppressor significantly reduces sound with .22LR ammunition, allowing for shooting without hearing protection even with supersonic rounds like CCI Mini-Mag (1235 fps). CCI Quiet 22 (710 fps) was the quietest tested.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Experiment Introduction
  2. 00:07CCI Quiet 22 Test
  3. 00:15Armscor .22LR Test
  4. 00:23CCI Mini-Mag Test

Frequently Asked Questions

How quiet is the SilencerCo Sparrow suppressor with .22LR ammunition?

The SilencerCo Sparrow suppressor is remarkably quiet with .22LR ammunition. Even supersonic rounds like CCI Mini-Mag (1235 fps) were manageable without hearing protection, demonstrating the suppressor's effectiveness in reducing sound levels.

What types of .22LR ammunition were tested with the SilencerCo Sparrow?

The test included CCI Quiet 22 Segmented (710 fps), Armscor 40 grain (approx. 1135 fps), and CCI Mini-Mag (1235 fps) .22LR ammunition. The CCI Quiet 22 was noted as being the quietest of the three.

Can you shoot .22LR without hearing protection when using a SilencerCo Sparrow?

According to the Big Daddy Unlimited instructor, yes. The experiment showed that even with supersonic .22LR rounds, the sound level was reduced enough by the SilencerCo Sparrow to allow shooting without dedicated hearing protection.

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