M14 Forum

tmcfalls

What is the best value in .22 LR suppressors? I have seen them anywhere from $250-$800 dollars. While I just want one to mount on a 10/22 and make a blaster out of it, I want a decent one given that I have to pay the $200 tax on what ever I buy.

dragon6097

I don't have much experience between the different brands but I would highly recommend one that can be disassembled for cleaning. I have an AWC Odyssey II that I run on my mosquito and 10/22. I'm supposed to cap one end, fill with hot water with a bit of soap, and shake it for a bit. I'm sure it does help but .22's are dirty rounds and I can still see alot of lead build-up on the baffles looking through it.

I've read that it's much easier to clean the ones that disassemble, you just have to be careful with bending/damaging the aluminum baffles while you clean it. As mentioned, I can't attest to function other than DBZ rating but from what I've read, they're all pretty close when it comes to noise reduction. The extra $$ goes to features/materials/method used to build the can

Eat Beef

All suppressors are trade offs between such things as sound reduction, size/weight, price, durability/longevity, mounting options, and the ability to clean.

Pretty much everyone these days agrees that the Silencerco Sparrow in Stainless Steel is the best "all around" can. It is a monocore design that is very easy to disassemble and clean. However, it's heavy and expensive.

I'll probably eventually get it or something similar (hopefully in TI).

All this said, I have a TacSol Cascade TI and I love it. It's not user disassembleable, so cleaning is problematic, but so far I can't hear a difference after several thousand rounds.

I would highly suggest that you get a can with 1/2x28 threads at 0.40 shoulder depth, as you can use it on most firearms (most come threaded this way). I run mine on my 10/22, Mark II, and GSG 1911/22. I'm thinking about having my son's Crickett threaded as well!

tonyben

I have a first freedom silencer. It works but it's hard to get apart since it doesn't have fittings for a wrench. The end caps and baffles are steel. The tube is aluminum.

Don't expect any sound reduction out of a 10/22 unless shooting subsonic ammo. It works great on pistols though with bulk ammo.

Tony.

tmcfalls

Have any suggestions on an semi-auto .22 that a suppressor would work well on?

tonyben

For rifles, it's hard to beat a 10/22. Then again, I can't recall seeing any other semi auto rifle threaded for a suppressor besides the AR's in 22lr. I have a stainless 10/22 with a threaded barrel and it shoots great but you need eye protection. It likes to puff gas back in your eye. This is a common problem in many rifles that are suppressed, including our beloved M14. Full size AR's have this problem too which is why they have special charging handles that reduce or eliminate blow-back.

For pistols, I recommend Buckmarks since the barrel can be changed quickly. Ruger MK's and 22/45's require a permanent mod and can't be changed between threaded/non-threaded as easily. However, Rugers are now available from the factory already threaded.

The P22 and Mosquito are great for suppressing since they only need a thread adapter but I hate the P22 and Mosquito since they are pretty much disposable guns so I don't really recommend either of them for anything.

I do have hopes for the SR-22 though and I will eventually get one once they release the threaded barrel version.

SHOOTING SUPPRESSED IS FUN!

KyAggie

Take a look at the 22/45 with the threaded barrel; I have one and it is an outstanding pistol. I do not have a suppressor yet but I am seriously considering the T.I. Quest. I have also heard the Sparrow is a great suppressor as well; supposedly not the quietest on first round pop but very quiet thereafter.

If you are near Lexington, give Rick a call at KY firearms at 859-361-9444 and see what he sells and has to say.

tmcfalls

I was leaning toward buying a cheap pawn shop 10/22, swapping out the barrel for a threaded 16.5", putting it in a folding stock and adding some type of reflex sight to it.

nf1e@snet.net

The pilot from Advanced Armament in Duluth GA is my choice for 22lr supressor. I use it on a P22 and 10/22s. I just recently put a Tactical Solutions threaded 16" barrel on one of my old 10/22s and stuck it in a Pro Mag Archangel Maurauder folding stock. What a hoot to blast away with.
Semper Fi

devildog178

I have narrowed my choice down to a Thompson Machine can or a Huntertown can. Both disassemble for cleaning and they cost about 225. They both appear to be a good value.

tmcfalls

This is why I started the thread. I have never heard of either of these makers but their products look very good and relatively inexpensive compared to others. Thanks!

stoky

I have been considering the Thunder Beast:
http://thunderbeastarms.com/products/22s-1
It is made of titanium, with a 1/2-28TPI thread. It's not disassemble-able for cleaning.
It is MSRP $450 (with additional tax and Class 3 SOT fee). You might be able to avoid the dealer fee if you bought it from one of their dealers.
In Kentucky they are:

Kentucky Firearms At Buds
1713 Chrisman Mill Road
Nicholasville, KY 40356
Phone: 859-361-9444

Bluegrass Tactical Supply LLC
278 King Road
Lewisburg, KY 42256
Phone: 270-875-3392

mkd357

I don't personally own one, for IA is still ridiculous when it comes to suppressors & SBRs. But I have heard very good things about the SilencerCo Sparrow .22 suppressor. They are supposed to be very easy to break down for cleaning (something that is important with rimfire suppressors). Below is a link. Good luck with your purchase!

http://www.silencerco.com/?section=P...s&page=Sparrow

tmcfalls

I have looked around the internet some today and so far I really like the looks and the price on the Huntertown Guardian 22 SS.