First Look: Ruger Silent-SR .22 LR Suppressor

This video reviews the Anechoic Pipsqueak, a 3.5-inch, 1.5-ounce, all-titanium 22LR suppressor. The reviewer highlights its exceptionally light weight, comparing it to carbon buildup on a rifle barrel. It's demonstrated on a Ruger 10/22 Charger with a 9-inch barrel, using Remington subsonic ammunition.

This video reviews the Griffin Armament Checkmate AM32, a 32 caliber suppressor constructed from proprietary Nickel 625X using additive manufacturing. The host highlights its versatility for calibers like 32 ACP, .22LR, 5.7x28mm, and even limited use with .223 Remington. Key features include its durable material, effective sound suppression, and the included Easy Lock mounting system, with an option for direct thread mounting.

This review of the Lantac M-Spec22S .22LR suppressor highlights its modularity, allowing users to configure it from a 5-baffle setup (6.75 inches) down to a single-baffle configuration (3.4 inches). The reviewer praises its lightweight construction (4.7 oz full, 2.4 oz single baffle) and the inclusion of both direct thread and Plan B mounting systems. The suppressor demonstrated excellent sound reduction, particularly with subsonic ammunition, making it a compelling option for rimfire enthusiasts.

This guide details the proper cleaning and maintenance of firearm suppressors, emphasizing that they require less frequent cleaning than firearms and that aggressive cleaning methods can be detrimental. It highlights the unique composition of fouling in suppressors, primarily carbon with significant lead and copper, and recommends mild, water-based cleaning solutions. Special attention is given to rimfire and corrosive ammunition, which necessitate more immediate cleaning due to salt buildup.

This video critiques the common methods of evaluating firearm suppressors, arguing that objective metrics like decibel reduction and material alone don't tell the full story. The speaker emphasizes the importance of user experience, high-round-count testing, and practical considerations like ease of cleaning and attachment systems, drawing on personal experience with various suppressors.

The Aero Precision Tephra-22 is a new rimfire suppressor introduced at SHOT Show 2024. It is rated for .22 Long Rifle up to 5.7x28mm and 17 HMR, featuring 17-4 stainless steel baffles that can be cleaned ultrasonically. The suppressor is noted for its quiet performance, with the action being the primary audible sound.

This review provides an expert look at the Heizer Defense PS1 Pocket Shotgun, a unique single-shot firearm chambered in .410 and .45 Colt. The video highlights its durable stainless steel or titanium construction, integrated grip storage, and impressive reliability demonstrated through extensive stress testing. Manufactured in Missouri, the PS1 is positioned as a novel option for concealed carry or self-defense, with production and pricing details also discussed.

This review provides an expert look at the Gilboa Snake, a unique double-barrel AR-15 variant. The design, originating from Israel, focuses on maximizing firepower in short engagement windows. Key features include dual magazine wells, a proprietary gas piston system, and independent dual triggers for civilian compliance. The presenter, Liam Brien, demonstrates a high level of technical expertise regarding its operation and legal configurations.

This video compares the recoil of the Desert Eagle in .44 Magnum and .50 AE calibers. The .44 Mag features a new muzzle brake, while the .50 AE uses a 300-grain Speer Gold Dot. Simultaneous firing highlights the visual difference in muzzle flip and recoil impulse between the two powerful handguns.

This video provides an expert analysis of 9mm vs. .45 ACP performance using high-speed cameras. Instructors Patrick Sweeney and Jim Tarr from Guns & Ammo demonstrate how factors like bullet mass and energy affect recoil, slide cycling, and muzzle rise, concluding that 9mm generally offers superior control.