In the movies, pistol silencers are usually associated with spies and villains with a classic ‘pew pew’ report when fired. In reality, paired with the right subsonic ammunition, this category of suppressor can turn your favorite handgun into a relatively quiet lead slinger. In the ninth day installment of TFB Christmas, I am also including silencers designed for submachine guns and pistol caliber carbines.
When shopping for your new un-noise maker, make sure to include your the proper attachement system/mount. Like forgetting to buy batteries for little Jimmy’s new remote control car, you may be disappointed when you (eventually) get to go play with your new toy.
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Pistol Silencers
Dead Air Wolf SD –
Old school styling combined with new technology. The Wolf-9SD is what your 9mm subgun has been missing. The solid welded core is built to withstand the abuse of full auto fire and keep going for years of service. Extreme silence is epitomized in the long configuration, or unscrew the removable front module and embrace the thrill of making your subgun more compact.
The Wolf-9SD features a removable front module for full length and compact configuration, and is compatible with Ghost and Pyro Pistol Comp accessories.
CGS/ZEV Kraken –
ZEV Technologies and CGS Suppressors LLC teamed up to design and produce the lightest, quietest, and most versatile 9mm handgun suppressor currently available. The ZEV/CGS Kraken has a shielded baffle stack comprised of 7075 T6 Aluminum that has been Type III Hard Anodized to Military Specifications.
Rugged Obsidian 9 –
ADAPT™ Modular Technology
ADAPT™ Modular Technology allows the Obsidian 9 to be configured in a standard 7.8″ or short 4.85″ configuration within seconds.
Dual Taper Lock™ Mounting System
Patented quick detach mounting system ensures wobble free firing. We strategically place the engraving on the thickest cross section of the 17-4 stainless steel mount for fast and easy replacement should the suppressor become damaged beyond repair it also serves to make the Obsidian infinitely upgradable in the future.
Non-Slotted Piston Design
A common problem with pistol caliber suppressors is the gas blowback associated with slotted pistons. The Obsidian 9’s non-slotted piston system solves this issue by creating a full circumference gas seal.
Material Selection at its Finest
Constructed of aluminum and 17-4 PH Stainless Steel, the Obsidian is completely user serviceable and Belt Fed Rated for 9mm and subsonic 300BLK.
Gemtech Lunar 45 – $799
The GEMTECH Lunar-45 is the pinnacle of silencer innovation. We have created the lightest and quietest modular 45 caliber suppressor available that is able to be completely taken apart and cleaned. The Lunar-45 is crafted from military grade aluminum and titanium for the utmost in durability and strength. GEMTECH offers a variety of mounting options for the Lunar-45, allowing it to be used on a variety of platforms and calibers. The Innovation, Accuracy and Quality is what makes GEMTECH the Professional’s Choice for Decades.
Bowers Vers 45 and ASP 45
This silencer is also suitable for 9mm and subsonic .30 caliber applications such as the .300 Whisper and .300 Blackout. It is 11.25” overall and 1 3⁄4” diameter. It is strong and light, weighing approximately 18 oz. (varies depending on the selected insert). The matte anodizing is applied over a tumbled finish.
The Bowers Group Vers 45 features the proven AIMS™ Adapter Integrating Mount System, which comes with one Versadapt™ thread adapter of your choice. Additional inserts may be ordered separately.
Please consider the purchase of a Griptastic™/SUPCOV™ high-temp insulating silicone silencer cover for use with this silencer. Any of our 1.75” diameter covers are appropriate for the Vers 45. Model GT1.75X10.5 will provide full coverage.
The ASP is 1.5” in diameter by 7” long, and as such is one of the smallest .45 pistol silencers offered. Weighing a scant 5 ounces, everything but the insert is aluminum to keep weight to an absolute minimum. The finish is tumbled and matte anodized.
This silencer will provide excellent performance on the HK USP Tactical and MK23 SOCOM, on standard-length 1911 variants, some Sigs, the occasional carbine and even Beretta 92Fs. The ASP is intended to cycle on .45 ACP pistols using full powered ammunition and 230 grain bullets. We recommend the brass cased CCI Blazer ammo as a budget conscious full-powered round. The can will continue to perform well using weaker rounds and calibers, but the firearm will not cycle in most cases due to a lack of sufficient recoil being generated by the round.
Freedom Munitions Hush 9mm
Avg Vel: 870 – 9mm HUSH suppressed 125.8dB. This ammunition is new production, non-corrosive, in reloadable brass cases. Affordability, accuracy and reliability are built into each HUSH subsonic round we manufacture. Every round of HUSH is proudly loaded …
Remington High Terminal Performance Subsonic 9mm
Now is no time to compromise. Combining premium primers, brass cases and propellants with a wide assortment of bullet designs, Remington HTP gives you the confidence and instant-stopping power you need for when it matters most. Available in all major defense calibers, in standard and many +P loadings. Always be prepared with Remington HTP.
Dead Air Ghost M – $949
Introducing the modular multi-caliber pistol/subgun suppressor, the .45 Ghost – a centerfire pistol suppressor rated all the way up to 300 blackout sub-sonic.
The Ghost™ is full auto rated and features a unique patent pending modular design. Break it down to the short configuration and you have the smallest and quietest .45 can in its class. When it’s time to be scary quiet, the Long configuration is the way to go.
A combination of 17-4 stainless steel, titanium, and anodized 7075 aluminum materials in all the right places ensures rugged reliability and minimum weight.
*Weight and length will vary with various attachments (piston/spring, fixed mounts, 3-lug)
Surefire Masterfire Holster – $169
The revolutionary SureFire MASTERFIRE® Rapid Deploy Holster (RDH) is a lightweight, durable holster that provides a tactical advantage with its ergonomic, one-of-a-kind design. It securely holds most any railed handgun equipped with a SureFire H-Series WeaponLight, positioning it at an advantageous angle for a fast, consistent draw stroke. A proprietary lug-and-cam system locks the firearm in place with Level 3 retention, utilizing both a primary and secondary locking system, which is released by an ergonomic thumb-break for rapid weapon deployment. The holster’s open design also accommodates most any red-dot optics and/or suppressor.
Unlike most holsters, the MASTERFIRE RDH interfaces with the WeaponLight, not the firearm,—so you can use one holster for multiple handguns. But what truly sets this remarkable holster apart is its unique light-activation switch, which can be set to automatically activate any of the H-Series WeaponLights when the handgun is drawn, saving valuable time in high-stress situations and making one-handed manipulations easier. This feature can also be de-activated when automatic light activation is not advantageous.
This versatile holster is also customizable and can be outfitted to fit most any hand size thanks to two included release-button adapters. It’s also adjustable to fit up to 2 ½” duty belts. For sheer versatility; a secure hold; smooth, rapid weapon deployment; and the ability to accommodate most any handgun or handgun accessory, there’s no other holster like the MASTERFIRE RDH.