Exigent Defense: Honest First Impressions

Published on October 21, 2025
Duration: 1:24

This video provides initial impressions of Exoggen suppressors, with the speaker expressing significant surprise at their effectiveness. Notably, the speaker claims to have shot multiple suppressors, including on 5.56 SBRs and during full-auto fire, without wearing hearing protection and without experiencing ear ringing. This challenges common assumptions about the quietness achievable with 5.56 ammunition.

Quick Summary

Initial impressions suggest Exoggen suppressors offer impressive sound reduction on 5.56 firearms, even SBRs and full-auto. The speaker shot multiple cans without hearing protection and did not experience ear ringing, challenging common beliefs about 5.56 suppression.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Suppressor Question
  2. 00:06First Impressions & No Ears
  3. 00:34Teammate's Reaction
  4. 00:39Shocked by Performance
  5. 00:46Challenging 5.56 Suppression Beliefs
  6. 00:54Not Hearing Safe?
  7. 00:58Shooting Without Ears All Day
  8. 01:0730 Cal & 5.56 Mag Dumps
  9. 01:15Muffled Ears, No Ringing
  10. 01:19Insane 5.56 Performance

Frequently Asked Questions

Can 5.56 ammunition be suppressed effectively?

According to initial impressions of Exoggen suppressors, it appears possible to achieve significant sound reduction on 5.56 firearms, even short-barreled rifles and during full-auto fire, to a degree that prevented ear ringing for the speaker.

What was the speaker's experience shooting without hearing protection?

The speaker shot multiple Exoggen suppressors on various firearms, including 5.56 SBRs and during full-auto fire, without wearing hearing protection and reported not experiencing ear ringing, which was a surprising outcome.

How many suppressors did the speaker test?

The speaker indicated they shot approximately six to seven different Exoggen suppressors throughout the day, evaluating their performance on different firearms and firing schedules.

Were there any instances of ear ringing during testing?

The speaker reported only one instance of ear ringing, which occurred when they momentarily forgot they weren't wearing hearing protection while drawing and firing a pistol.

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