Stealth Projects May Have Thought of Everything

Published on April 24, 2022
Duration: 14:17

This video demonstrates the effectiveness of Stealth Project suppressors and their associated caliber restrictors in managing gas blowback on firearms. The host uses a Rifle Speed gas control to quantify gas mitigation, comparing direct thread and QD models. The testing highlights how different configurations affect firearm cycling and ejection, offering insights into suppressor performance beyond sound reduction.

Quick Summary

Stealth Project offers the Bolt (direct thread) and Fusion (QD) series suppressors. The Bolt focuses on lightweight design and max suppression, while the Fusion is a hybrid with steel and titanium for efficiency and baffle strike prevention. Both can be tuned with caliber restrictors to manage gas blowback.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Stealth Project Suppressors
  2. 00:28Direct Thread vs. QD Suppressor Models
  3. 01:30Stealth Project Bolt Series (Direct Thread)
  4. 01:51Stealth Project Fusion Series (QD)
  5. 03:04Stealth Project Caliber Restrictors
  6. 03:37Rifle Speed Gas Control System
  7. 04:03Suppressor Testing Setup
  8. 04:38Baseline Unsuppressed Test
  9. 05:25Direct Thread Suppressor Test with 308 Aperture
  10. 06:25QD Suppressor Test Observations
  11. 07:17Additional Demonstration: Direct Comparison
  12. 07:53CMMG Shorty 300 Blackout Test
  13. 08:13Fusion Suppressor Test
  14. 08:21Bolt Suppressor Test
  15. 08:52Night Vision Testing Setup
  16. 09:1330 Cal Suppressor on 300 Blackout
  17. 10:275.56 Suppressor on 5.56 Gun
  18. 11:22Critiques and Final Thoughts
  19. 11:31Flash Performance Critique
  20. 12:40Suggestion for Flash Suppressing Endcap
  21. 13:16Overall Performance and Recommendation

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Stealth Project Bolt and Fusion suppressors?

The Bolt series is a direct thread suppressor focused on max suppression and lightweight aluminum construction. The Fusion series is a hybrid QD suppressor with steel internals and a titanium tube, designed for efficiency, baffle strike prevention, and reduced gas blowback.

How do Stealth Project's caliber restrictors work?

Stealth Project offers caliber restrictors for their direct thread suppressors, allowing users to tune gas flow for specific calibers like 30 cal, 5.56, or 6.5mm. This helps optimize firearm function and reduce gas blowback.

What is the purpose of the Rifle Speed gas control system in suppressor testing?

The Rifle Speed gas control system allows for visual and quantifiable monitoring of gas pressure. It's used to establish a baseline, test different suppressor and restrictor combinations, and fine-tune the firearm's gas system for optimal cycling and ejection.

How does the flash performance of Stealth Project suppressors compare to older models?

While Stealth Project suppressors perform well in gas mitigation and component wear, their flash performance is noted as being comparable to older suppressors from around 2010, placing them in the top 50% of flashiness. The host suggests a flash-suppressing endcap accessory could improve this.

More Tactical & Gear Videos You Might Like

More from The VSO Gun Channel

View all →