Suppressor Spotlight: Thompson Machine
In business since 1991, Thompson Machine has been a silent mainstay of the the suppressor community, producing quality cans at affordable prices. Today, their entire product line is composed of monocore silencers – the internal baffle structure is composed of a one-piece lattice-like structure instead of individual cones. In addition, every one of Thompson Machine’s can be disassembled for cleaning, which wasn’t always the industry norm.
“When we first started making take-apart rimfire suppressors, other manufacturers were asking ‘why are you doing that?’,” said Brooks from Thompson Machine. “After a while, it seemed like everyone was making serviceable .22 long rifle suppressors. Then when we started making serviceable pistol suppressors, everyone was asking ‘why are you doing that?'” Brooks believes that in a few years, many manufacturers will be following their lead making serviceable centerfire rifle suppressors as well.
Thompson Machine has an impressive lineup of products, ranging from the adorably short Poseidon 9mm boosterless pistol silencer, to the SG-2 submachine gun can, all the way up to the 30Ti, a centerfire rifle suppressor.
In the rimfire line, Thompson Machine’s best seller is the Isis22. An unfortunate name for current events, but Brooks and company have no intention of rebranding the suppressor. “The way we see it, we were here first. We aren’t going to back down.”
Also in the rimfire arena, Thompson machine has a solid line of integrally suppressed rifles and pistols, covering the standard Ruger 10/22 platform to a unique CZ 455. All of which are beautifully finished in Cerakote that matches their hardwood and laminate stocks.
Although the SG-2 is deceivingly small in diameter, the large internal volume makes it a great submachine gun suppressor. A host of attachment options make it a popular choice among UZI and MAC fans.
Thompson Machine is transitioning to a new manufacturing facility with more space and better capabilities. I bet we see a few new models sometime after the move.
Great customer services. Monocore. User-serviceable. Affordable. Thompson Machine should be on your short list when selecting your next suppressor.
Thompson Machine – http://www.thompsonmachine.net/
Sales: 850-408-5161
Fax : 850-984-5483
Shop: 850-984-0114
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Love the guy shooting the Tavor with no sights.
I've been considering getting a Poseidon as my first 9mm suppressor. There are SO MANY MODELS that I can't decide, and ultimately, I'd like to have a fullsize and a compact suppressor. Hence, it's tempting to buy the compact first and continue researching the fullsize, especially with so many adaptable cans coming out like the Liberty Mystic-X and Griffin Armament and SilencerCo Hybrid.
Why have both? Because the compact doesn't need a booster (or fixed barrel adapter), and would be ideal for taking the edge off of a home defense pistol or 9mm SBR. Seriously, the Poseidon is 4 inches shorter and 5 ounces lighter than something like an AAC Ti-Rant 9mm. That's like the difference between a 16" carbine and a 12" SBR.