Are these 5.56 suppresors any good?!?

Published on September 2, 2025
Duration: 6:37

This video provides a comparative review of two 5.56 suppressors from Griffin Armament: the WKY 5 and the Dual Lock. The review highlights their performance on direct impingement AR-15 platforms with mid-length gas systems, focusing on sound reduction, gas blowback, and mounting systems. Both suppressors are praised for their effectiveness, with the WKY 5 noted for its shorter, lighter profile and excellent gas mitigation.

Quick Summary

The Griffin Armament WKY 5 and Dual Lock 5.56 suppressors are highly effective on direct impingement AR-15s, offering excellent sound reduction and gas mitigation. The WKY 5 stands out for its compact size, lighter weight, and superior gas management compared to suppressors like the Dead Air Lazarus 6.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Introduction: Griffin Armament Suppressors
  2. 00:15Test Rifle Setup: LMT 125 Specwar
  3. 00:30Dead Air Lazarus 6 Sound Test
  4. 00:52Griffin Armament WKY 5 Introduction
  5. 01:31Gas Comparison: Guesley 125 Superduty
  6. 02:03WKY 5 Performance & Gas Mitigation
  7. 02:37Griffin Armament Dual Lock Introduction
  8. 02:47WKY 5 vs. Dual Lock Comparison
  9. 03:05Ammunition Used: PMC XTAC 55 Grain
  10. 03:45Dual Lock Gas Mitigation Test
  11. 03:53Dual Lock Sound Test (with/without ear pro)
  12. 04:21Size Comparison: WKY 5 vs. Lazarus 6
  13. 04:37Griffin Armament: Phenomenal Cans
  14. 05:03Overall Performance Summary
  15. 05:20WKY 5: Short, Light, Phenomenal Mount
  16. 05:34Direct Comparison: Quieter & Less Gas
  17. 05:56Durability and Torque
  18. 06:13Criterion Sand Cutter & LMT BCG Mention
  19. 06:21Final Verdict: Griffin Armament

Frequently Asked Questions

How do the Griffin Armament WKY 5 and Dual Lock 5.56 suppressors perform on direct impingement AR-15s?

Both Griffin Armament suppressors, the WKY 5 and Dual Lock, perform exceptionally well on direct impingement AR-15s with mid-length gas systems. They offer significant sound reduction and excellent gas mitigation, with the WKY 5 being particularly noted for its compact size and minimal gas blowback.

What is the main advantage of the Griffin Armament WKY 5 suppressor?

The primary advantage of the Griffin Armament WKY 5 is its effectiveness in mitigating gas blowback on direct impingement firearms. It is also praised for its shorter, lighter profile and excellent sound suppression, making it a top-tier flow-through suppressor.

How does the Griffin Armament WKY 5 compare to the Dead Air Lazarus 6 in terms of gas blowback?

In direct comparison on direct impingement AR-15 platforms, the Griffin Armament WKY 5 demonstrated significantly less gas blowback than the Dead Air Lazarus 6, leading to a more comfortable shooting experience.

What type of rifles and ammunition were used in the Griffin Armament suppressor review?

The review utilized LMT 125 Specwar and Guesley 125 Superduty rifles, both direct impingement with mid-length gas systems chambered in 5.56. The ammunition used for testing was PMC XTAC 55 grain 223 Remington.

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