Will it Suppress?

Published on December 17, 2025
Duration: 0:58

This video from Civilian Tactical explores whether a golf ball launcher, modified with tissue paper and subsonic .22 LR ammunition, can function as a firearm suppressor. The host, demonstrating high authority and technical knowledge, conducts experiments to debunk this viewer theory. The results indicate that this DIY approach offers no significant sound reduction, highlighting the importance of proper NFA-regulated suppressor design and function.

Quick Summary

A golf ball launcher attached to a Bersa Thunder .22 was tested as a DIY suppressor using tissue and subsonic .22 LR ammo. The experiment, conducted by Civilian Tactical, demonstrated no significant sound reduction, debunking the viewer theory and underscoring the need for proper NFA-regulated suppressor design.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Hypothesis
  2. 00:16Testing Standard .22 LR
  3. 00:27Testing Subsonic Ammunition
  4. 00:42Testing with Tissue Packing

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a golf ball launcher be used as a firearm suppressor?

No, a golf ball launcher, even when modified with tissue and subsonic ammunition, does not function as an effective firearm suppressor. Experiments show it fails to provide significant sound reduction, highlighting the complexity and regulation of actual suppressor devices.

What type of ammunition was used in the golf ball launcher suppressor test?

The test utilized both standard velocity .22 LR ammunition and subsonic .22 LR ammunition. The goal was to see if subsonic rounds, combined with a DIY modification, could yield any sound suppression.

What was the outcome of testing the golf ball launcher as a suppressor?

The experiment concluded that the golf ball launcher, whether used in its standard form or packed with tissue, failed to suppress the sound of a Bersa Thunder .22 pistol. The noise levels remained unacceptably high.

What safety considerations are important when testing firearm modifications?

When testing firearm modifications, proper range safety, including safe handling of firearms and ammunition, is paramount. Understanding the difference between subsonic and supersonic ammunition and the characteristics of NFA-regulated devices is also crucial.

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