SILENCER SATURDAY #193: The New YHM Phantom Rimfire Suppressor
Hello everyone and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you buy Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the YHM Phantom .22 suppressor. Last week we got a second look at the Elevated Silence Evolution rifle suppressor. This week we get an advanced look at the YHM Phantom rimfire silencer that should be available for purchase in just a few weeks. The Phantom stacks on the features, but how does it perform? Let’s take a look.
SILENCER SATURDAY #192: The Elevated Silence Evolution – Part 2
Good afternoon everyone and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the YHM Turbo K 5.56 rifle suppressor. Last week we got a look at Dead Air’s new Primal multi-host silencer. Today we return with part 2 of our look at the Elevated Silence Evolution 30 caliber rifle suppressor. It performed nicely on the bolt action rifle in 300BLK, but how does it handle the semiautomatic SIG Sauer MCX Virtus? Let’s find out.
SILENCER SATURDAY #190: The Quiet Multitool – SilencerCo Omega 36M
Good evening everyone and welcome back to another edition of TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the YHM Turbo K rifle suppressor. Last week we took you through all of the YHM rifle suppressor options. This week we get an initial look at the SilencerCo Omega 36M highly modular and adaptable suppressor. Are multi-host suppressors a solid option, or are you better off buying three or four specific suppressors instead? Let’s take a look.
SILENCER SATURDAY #189: The YHM Rifle Suppressor Lineup
Good morning suppressor lovers and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the YHM Turbo K 5.56 rifle suppressor. Last week we discussed a great combination: the SIG P320 XCARRY with the modular MODX-9 pistol caliber silencer. Being that we are in the peak of summer vacation season, we’ll have get back to our full reviews in a week or two. In the next month, we have got the semiautomatic testing of the Elevated Silence Evolution to finish up, a detailed review of the SilencerCo Omega 36M, and a pending new release from a major suppressor manufacturer. This week we take a look at the YHM rifle suppressor lineup – excellent performers for a wide variety of hosts at affordable price points.
SILENCER SATURDAY #188: Perfect Pistol Pairing – SIG XCARRY With MODX-9
Good afternoon everyone and welcome back to another edition of TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by our friends at Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the sweet YHM R9 suppressor. Last week we got a first look at the Elevated Silence Evolution on a bolt action setup. We’ll get back to the Evolution and some semiautomatic and comparison testing soon. This week we have a quick look at a perfect pistol pairing that I’ve really been enjoying – the SIG Sauer P320 XCARRY LEGION with the MODX-9 Modular suppressor. Let’s take a look at some pistol and silencer porn and talk about this combo that will be the envy of all your summer party guests.
SILENCER SATURDAY #187: Elevated Silence Evolution – Stealthy And On Target
Good afternoon everyone and thank you for joining us for another edition of TFB’s Silencer Saturday, brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the YHM R9 suppressor. Last week we reviewed the SureFire Ryder 22S, a quiet rimfire suppressor with a minor mounting drawback. This week we start off a multi-part review of the Elevated Silence Evolution with some subsonic 300BLK in a bolt action rifle. Should you consider this multi-platform titanium suppressor for your next purchase? Let’s take a look.
SILENCER SATURDAY #186: Lumens Or Decibels? The SureFire SF Ryder 22
Good afternoon shooters and thank you for joining us for another edition of TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the awesome YHM Turbo K rifle suppressor. Last week we dove into the TacSol Pac-Lite IV TSS integral suppressor for the Ruger Mark IV and 22/45 line of .22LR pistols. This week we stick with our rimfire journey and take a brief glimpse at the SureFire SF RYDER 22. Or maybe shine a light on its suppression levels or Illuminate its features? Ok, I’m done.
SILENCER SATURDAY #185: Tactical Solutions Pac-Lite IV TSS – Ruger Rimfire
Good afternoon everyone and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the award-wining YHM Turbo K 5.56mm rifle suppressor. Last week we tested the Rugged Oculus, a superb rimfire silencer with modular features. This week we take a dive into the integrally suppressed rimfire world with the Tactical Solutions Pac-Lite IV TSS for the Ruger Mark IV line of pistols. It looks fantastic, but how does it sound? Let’s give it a shot.
SILENCER SATURDAY #184: The Rugged Oculus Modular Rimfire Suppressor
Good afternoon suppressor fans and welcome to the 184th edition of TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by our friends at Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the awesome YHM Turbo K. Last week we tested the Dead Air Mask rimfire silencer. This week we take a peek at another industry leader – the Rugged Oculus rimfire suppressor. Modular, strong, and most importantly, quiet, the Rugged Oculus is definitely a fan favorite. So how do you choose between any of the industries best rimfire silencers? Honestly, since I own multiple rimfire cans for different hosts, I’m not sure I’m going to be of much help. But let’s give it a go.
SILENCER SATURDAY #183: Put On Your Dead Air Mask!
Hello suppressor fans and welcome to the Independence Day weekend edition of TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the awesome YHM Turbo and Turbo K 5.56mm rifle suppressors. Last week we compared the SilencerCo Octane 45HD and the newer Octane 45 pistol caliber suppressors. This holiday weekend I set out to right a wrong – finally a dedicated review of one of the best rimfire suppressors ever made – the Dead Air Mask. If rimfire is life, then the Mask is the fountain of youth, delivering years of enjoyable super-quiet shooting. Let’s take a look.
SILENCER SATURDAY #182: Old & New – SilencerCo Octane 45 Vs. Octane 45HD
Good afternoon everyone and thank you for joining us for another edition of TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the YHM R9 multi-caliber suppressor. Last week we got a peek at the new SIG Sauer MODX-9 3D printed pistol caliber suppressor. This week we compare the SilencerCo Octane 45 with the original Octane 45HD. Can you go home again, even if your parents turned your room into a home gym? Let’s find out.
SILENCER SATURDAY #181: SIG Sauer MODX-9 – Magic Modular Muffler
Hello everyone and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the YHM R9 multi-caliber suppressor. Last week we held our breath and suppressed some full-power 10mm rounds. This week we take away one millimeter to honor the silencer gods and check out the SIG Sauer MODX-9 modular, titanium, 3D printed, 9mm suppressor. Finally, after drooling over the SIG MODX line-up at SHOT 2019, I finally get some trigger time of my own. Was it worth the wait? Let’s find out.
SILENCER SATURDAY #180: Suppressing Full Power 10mm Auto
Good afternoon shooters and welcome back to another edition of TFB’s Silencer Saturday, brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the YHM R9 suppressor. Last week we checked out the Q Erector 9 modular pistol suppressor. Today we add a millimeter to just the tip and see what it’s like to suppress full power 10mm Auto. The results? Let’s take a look.
SILENCER SATURDAY #179: The Q Erector 9 Modular Suppressor
Good afternoon fellow silencer enthusiasts and welcome back to another edition of TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by my friends at Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the YHM Turbo K 5.56 rifle suppressor. Last week we shot the H&K MARK 23 with the KAC MK23 suppressor; probably the most famous suppressed pairing in history. This week we get something new for the pistol platform: the Q Erector 9 modular 9mm suppressor. It’s light. It’s modular. But is it quiet? Let’s take a look.
SILENCER SATURDAY #178: H&K And KAC MK23 – The Most Famous Suppressor Combo?
Good afternoon everyone and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the YHM R9 multi-caliber suppressor. Last week we knit-picked our own James Reeves on his faulty rifle suppressor caliber analysis. This week we take a look at what is probably the most famous firearm/suppressor combination ever built: the Heckler & Koch MARK 23 (MK 23) pistol and Knight’s Armament MK23 suppressor. Let’s take a look at why the H&K and KAC MK23 setup is a must-have for silencer fans.
SILENCER SATURDAY #178: James Reeves Picks The Wrong AR-15 Suppressor
Good morning everyone and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday series brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the YHM Turbo 5.56 and YHM Resonator R2 rifle suppressors. Last week we sat down with the AMTAC Mantis and discussed the pros and cons of over-the-barrel reflex style suppressors. This week we take a look one of the most frequently asked questions when a shooter is shopping for an AR-15 suppressor – is a 5.56mm can quieter than a 7.62mm can? But the bigger issue is why James Reeves got it wrong.
SILENCER SATURDAY #177: Over The Barrel With The AMTAC MANTIS
Good afternoon everyone and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the YHM Turbo K 5.56 rifle suppressor. Last week we stepped back a bit to look at the Q Honey Badger PDW and Thunder Chicken suppressor. This week we get to discuss one of my secret fetishes – deep and dark over-the-barrel rifle suppressors like the AMTAC MANTIS. What makes them so special? Let’s take a look.
SILENCER SATURDAY #176: The Q Honey Badger And Thunder Chicken
Good morning everyone and welcome back to another edition of TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the YHM Resonator and Resonator K line of rifle suppressors. Last week we got some time behind the Gemtech Integra .22LR suppressed upper, a super-quiet, integrally suppressed option for plinking and training. This week we check in with a couple of old friends – the Q Honey Badger 300BLK PDW and Thunder Chicken suppressor. This is a light, very quiet combination that will make even the most surly of shooters smile. Does it hold up after a few years of industry advancements? Let’s take a look.
SILENCER SATURDAY #175: Plinking With The Gemtech Integra 15-22
Good morning everyone and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the awesome YHM Turbo K and Turbo T2 5.56mm rifle suppressors. Last week we had some fun with the Griffin Armament GP-NATO A2 flash hider mount rifle silencer. This week we go plinking with the Gemtech Integra 15-22 integrally suppressed rimfire upper. Should you pick this integral over a standard thread on rimfire suppressor? Let’s take a look.
SILENCER SATURDAY #174: Griffin Armament GP-N – Long Live The Birdcage!
Good afternoon everyone and thanks for tuning in for another addition of Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the YHM R9 suppressor. Last week we went all apocalyptic prepper on you by testing out an oil filter suppressor and mount adapter – not great, not terrible. This week we get an in-depth look at the new Griffin Armament GP-N (GP-NATO) A2 birdcage mount suppressor. Is it worth returning to your retro roots? Let’s take a look.
SILENCER SATURDAY #173: The LEGAL Oil Filter Suppressor
Good afternoon friends and welcome back to another edition of TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the YHM R9 suppressor. Last week got to spend some time with the impressive CGS Hydra rimfire suppressors. This week we get our hands dirty with the manufacturing of a legal oil filter suppressor. Is it worth the NFA Form 1 application time and $200 to make one for yourself? Let’s take a look.
SILENCER SATURDAY #172: Whisper Quiet! CGS Hydra Rimfire Suppressor
Good morning friends and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the Turbo K centerfire rifle suppressor. Last week we took a look at some full auto suppressor testing. This week we return to one of the pure joy’s of shooting – rimfire silencers. Reviewing the CGS Hydra line of rimfire suppressors was one of the easiest Saturday analysis I’ve had the pleasure to put together. The CGS Hydra rimfire silencers are extremely quiet, well designed and beautiful. Let’s take a look.
SILENCER SATURDAY #171: Full Auto Rated Suppressors – Fun And Science!
Good afternoon and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by our friends at Yankee Hill Machine. Full auto rated suppressors have been an industry selling point for years, but those ratings come with their own caveats. The overwhelming majority of suppressors sold to consumers in the U.S. will never see any fully automatic rates of fire, let alone at the brutal SOCOM/MILSTD testing protocols. But, if you own a transferable machine gun, that full auto rated stamp of approval is pretty important. Silencer Saturday is finally ready to offer you a limited amount of select fire observations along with our suppressor reviews. Don’t expect full load out and burn down type displays – my ammo budget is about as long as James’ inseam.
SILENCER SATURDAY #170: CGS MOD9 – Library Quiet!
Good morning everyone and welcome back to another Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the YHM Turbo K rifle suppressor. Last week we talked about the brand new OSS pistol cans. This week we stay in the same category with a review of the CGS MOD9 that achieves library quiet suppression levels while sporting a very reasonable retail price point. Is the MOD9 your next pistol suppressor? Follow me.
SILENCER SATURDAY #169: OSS RAD 9 And RAD 45 Pistol Suppressors
Good morning everyone and welcome back to another Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the YHM R9 suppressor. Last week we reviewed the CGS Helios – a silencer that has an above average price point that is justified by its performance and features. This week we shoot the new OSS RAD 9 and RAD 45 modular suppressors and explore flow-through technology as it’s applied to lower pressure pistol rounds. Does the forward venting of gasses reduce noise and blowback? Let’s take a look.
SILENCER SATURDAY #168: The CGS HELIOS QD Suppressor Kit
Hello everyone and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the YHM Turbo K rifle suppressor. Last week we shared some upcoming reviews and I thought we could kick the season off with a look at the CGS HELIOS QD – a suppressor marked as 5.56mm but is capable of handling almost any caliber you can throw at it. Full-auto rated and without any barrel restrictions, the CGS HELIOS is billed as the pinnacle of hard use silencers with features not found anywhere else. But how does the HELIOS sound? Let’s take a look.
SILENCER SATURDAY #167: Upcoming Reviews And Pew Science SSS
Good afternoon everyone and welcome back to another Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the mighty yet inexpensive Turbo K. Last week we answered the top 20 questions commonly asked by new and potential suppressor owners. This week we take a look at the Pew Science SSS – the Silencer Sound Standard and also get a preview of some upcoming Silencer Saturday reviews.
SILENCER SATURDAY #166: Top 20 Suppressor Questions For Newbs
Good morning everyone and welcome back to another Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the small but mighty Turbo K 5.56 rifle suppressor. Last week we talked about the NFA Registry and all the various numbers behind it. This week we are going to answer the top 20 suppressor questions for those of you that are new to our addiction. Veteran suppressor owners may want to chime in with their thoughts and experiences as well. Let’s take a look.
SILENCER SATURDAY #165: The NFA Registry – 2021
Good morning everyone and welcome back to another Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the YHM R9 suppressor. Last week we discussed the Innovative Arms Slingshot Ti mounted on a Beretta 21A Bobcat Covert . Today we are going to take a look at the state of the NFA registry – the giant logbook that holds all the information on silencers, machineguns, short barreled rifles, short barreled shotguns and any other weapons in the United States. Are we making forward progress? Let’s take a look.
SILENCER SATURDAY #164: Innovative Arms Slingshot On A Bobcat 21A Covert
Welcome back to another Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of YHM Nitro N20 multi-caliber suppressor. Last week we got a quick look at the 9SX pistol can. This week we are going to try out the Innovative Arms Slingshot Ti on the hot and new Beretta Bobcat 21A Covert. Why is this my favorite Innovative Arms suppressor to date? Let’s take a look.