Good evening everyone and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the YHM R9 suppressor. Last week we got a look at suppressors from the 2022 SHOT Show. This week we get a preview of the new SIG Sauer SLH suppressor line up. I know, I still owe you the LMT ION 30 review, and I’d love to get these SIG cans in front of the MCX, but COVID (thanks a lot SHOT Show) and an active blizzard are keeping me indoors. As much as I love you guys, I’m staying inside where it’s warm and dry.

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SIG Suppressors & Rifles:

• SIG Sauer Introduces the New SLX & SLH Rifle Suppressors
• SIG’s NEW 3D Printed Silencers: The SLH, SLX, and MOD-X
• Commercially Available! The SIG Sauer NGSW MCX-SPEAR
• [TFB GUNFEST] The SIG Sauer MCX Spear NGSW Rifle

SILENCER SATURDAY #213: Blizzard! SIG Sauer SLH Suppressor Preview

The latest generation of suppressors from SIG have some big shoes to fill. The SRD line, specifically the SRD762QD-TI model is one of the best performing subsonic 300BLK cans ever made (my opinion). Coincidentally, one Silencer Saturday reader, Nick, reached out last week and asked about the SLX and SLH sound performance – I promise, these two just showed up yesterday.

The SL line of suppressors from SIG aren’t exactly new – we’ve shot them at a few events, inspected them at prior SHOT Shows, and they are even out in the wild in limited numbers. But for whatever reason, the SIG SLX and SLH silencers are still hard to come by.

The current supply levels could be a result of a few different factors. The ongoing NGSW contract competition includes a suppressor requirement and SIG’s entry includes the SIG SLX68-MG-QD model. Manufacturing could be tilted towards the machinegun suppressor as we get closer to the award date.

Because the SLH and SLX models are manufactured using a non-standard technique called direct metal laser sintering (additive manufacturing or 3D printing), the process is more advanced, yet slower than bulk machined parts. Basically each suppressor is “grown” over a period of hours or days in machines that can turn out 20-40 pieces at a time. The benefits are increased strength and the ability to create internal geometries not possible with rotational-style manufacturing. The downside is that it requires special machines and takes longer to make.

The low in-the-wild numbers could mean the supply chain crunch for raw materials is effecting the suppressor industry just like everyone else. If you are in the market, be patient and keep checking Silencer Shop and other dealers/distributors for updates.

In contrast with the SLX models, the SLH models feature a “multi-flow path” that dramatically reduces blowback of gasses and noise from the ejection port. Instead, pressure is relieved inside the suppressor by allowing gas flow to vent forward and out around the muzzle.

Let’s take a look at the details.

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SIG SAUER is proud to introduce the new SLX and SLH series of suppressors. Both the SLX and SLH were developed to meet the demands of the U.S. military, and are designed to deliver cutting-edge performance.

The SLH series of rifle suppressors also features the new Clutch-LOK QD mounting system, and an internal multi-flow path with a focus on sound reduction, while also reducing up to 50% of the toxic fumes venting through the ejection port. The SLH is ideal for users that use both supersonic and subsonic ammunition, and are optimized for sound reduction.

SIG Sauer SLH and SLX Models:

All SLX and SLH models currently on the SIG Sauer site:

SIG Sauer SLH Suppressors – TFB Review

Here are the two SIG SLH suppressors in for testing.

• Model: SLH300TI-QD
• MSRP: TBD
• Caliber: 300 Blk
• Material:  Titanium
• Diameter: 1.67 in (42 mm)
• Length: 8.8 in (224 mm)
• Weight: 1.0 lbs (16 oz)
• Mounting System: Clutch-Lok QD

Clutch-Lok QD mount

Like the SIG suppressor muzzle devices before it, the Clutch-Lok QD mounts come in two parts. The base that has the suppressor threads and the taper surface and either a brake or flash hider top end. The two pieces are combined using a crush washer that is used to time the brake correctly. This system is a little more complex than standard mounts, but ensures a solid mount without the use of multiple spacers to tone the whole muzzle brake.

Manufacturer’s Page: https://www.sigsauer.com/clutch-lok-shouldered-qd-muzzle-brake-for-slx-slh-suppressors-7-62mm.html 

• MSRP: $157.99
• Overall Length: 2.2 inches
• Threads: 5/8 in – 24 tp
• Weight: 3.3 oz
• Material: Stainless Steel
• Technology: Clutch-Lok QD
• Type: Muzzle Brake
• Barrel Interface: 90-degree shoulder (25 degree taper model available)
• Caliber: 7.62 NATO

Wrapping Up:

I’m excited to get these two SIG cans out for some comparison testing. Hopefully I get it the range plowed this week and get some time on the 6.75” and 9” SIG MCX rifles – my favorite 300BLK platform.

Be safe, have fun and we’ll see you back next weekend for another Silencer Saturday.

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