SHOT Show 2012: Latest from Silencerco & SWR

This video provides an expert breakdown of various SilencerCo suppressors, including the Spectre 9, Osprey 9/45, Velos LBP, Sparrow, Switchback, Salvo 12, Hybrid 46, and Scythe models. It details their technical specifications, materials, intended applications, and performance characteristics, offering insights into their unique features like modularity, low back pressure design, and material durability. The presenter highlights specific use cases, from pistol and subgun applications to rifle and shotgun platforms, emphasizing the versatility and innovation within SilencerCo's product line.

This video from Shark Coast Tactical compares two SilencerCo .22 suppressors: the Sparrow and the Switchback. The Sparrow is presented as a long-standing, high-volume, workhorse suppressor, while the Switchback offers modularity with three length configurations and rifle optimization capabilities. Both are user-serviceable, with recommended cleaning intervals of 2,000 rounds for the Sparrow and 1,000 rounds for the Switchback. The suppressors are compatible with various rimfire cartridges including .22 LR, .22 Magnum, 17 HMR, and 22 Hornet.

This video from Exile Armory provides a Valentine's Day showcase of various firearms and accessories. It highlights several suppressors from brands like Otter Creek, AB, Q, and SilencerCo, detailing their calibers and prices. The demonstration also features the innovative Smith & Wesson FPC pistol-caliber carbine, emphasizing its folding capability and magazine storage. Additionally, various handguns including Ruger LCR revolvers, a Taurus 905, and a used Magnum Research Desert Eagle are presented.

This video tests the common belief that dirty suppressors are quieter than clean ones. The host uses a SilencerCo Sparrow and two K-baffle suppressors (titanium and aluminum) with both supersonic and subsonic .22LR ammunition fired from a rifle and a GSG Firefly pistol. After cleaning the Sparrow and titanium suppressor, re-testing suggests a slightly more pronounced first-round pop on clean suppressors, potentially due to increased oxygen ingress. The host also discusses the limitations of consumer-grade decibel meters for accurate suppressor sound measurement.

This guide details a practical test of using .22 LR suppressors on a 5.7x28mm pistol, specifically the Ruger 5.7. It covers testing with both supersonic and subsonic ammunition, comparing three popular suppressors (Dead Air Mask, SilencerCo Sparrow, Ruger Silent-SR), and evaluating specialized 5.7mm subsonic rounds. The expert assessment highlights the importance of considering suppressor features beyond just decibel ratings for the 5.7 platform.

This video from NRApubs features SilencerCo, highlighting their innovative approach to firearm suppressors and their commitment to consumer education. SilencerCo focuses on solving problems with their designs, such as the easy-to-clean monoblock Sparrow for rimfire, the non-round Osprey to maintain bore axis, the modular Salvo 12 shotgun suppressor, and the integrally suppressed Maxim 9 pistol. The company emphasizes that suppressors are highly regulated but accessible, aiming to demystify the purchase process and advocate for reduced regulation.

This video from NRA Publications provides an in-depth look at the manufacturing process of Hornady ammunition, from bullet creation to final packaging. It details the steps involved in forming bullets, annealing and shaping cartridge cases, and rigorous quality control testing to ensure product reliability. The expert-level instruction highlights the precision engineering and domestic manufacturing of Hornady products in Grand Island, Nebraska, USA.

This video provides an expert overview of the British L1A1 SLR, a variant of the FN FAL. Mark A. Keefe IV, Editor-in-Chief of American Rifleman, details its design differences from the Belgian FN FAL, its extensive service history in conflicts like the Falklands War, and its eventual replacement. The segment highlights the rifle's robust construction, its adoption strategy by British Ordnance, and its legacy in firearm history.

This video documents a startling bobcat attack on a turkey hunter. The hunter's calls, intended for turkeys, attracted a bobcat which stalked and then pounced. The hunter's reaction caused the bobcat to retreat, highlighting the unpredictable nature of wildlife encounters and the importance of situational awareness.

This video details the revival of Remington Ammunition under Vista Outdoor's ownership, focusing on the Lonoke, Arkansas facility. It highlights the brand's historical significance, the challenges faced during bankruptcy, and the strategic steps taken by Vista Outdoor to restore production, quality, and employee morale. The narrative emphasizes a commitment to American manufacturing and supporting the Second Amendment.