| PART 1: With the introduction of their pistol suppressors, the rimfire "Sparrow" and the centerfire "Osprey" lines, Silencerco has jumped into the suppressor market like a fat lady in a swimming pool; they made a huge splash that no one can ignore. They are a new company but are growing fast. Maybe you can credit the innovative suppressor technology they use. Their Sparrow model features real user-level serviceability without the need to send it back to the factory (that may save you some coin in the long run). Also its external sleeve is the only ATF registered part, making service and parts replacement, if necessary, much easier. As shown in the vid, takedown is indeed fast and easy requiring no tools and this to me is a huge plus (note the innovative sleeve systems that prevents silencer "lockup"). It weighs a respectable 4.7 oz at just over six inches long. Its 40db suppression levels are impressive both dry and wet, and we prove in the video. It looks to be a durable all-around rimfire option for both pistol and rimfire rifle. The Osprey breaks traditional silencer format by an innovative slab sided design which creates more volume and blends into the lines of many handguns well. Some stock sight sets will be usable above the Osprey but I think you would be best served by installing a higher set (like Meprolight adjustables recommended for this). The Osprey is more caliber specific, currently made for 9mm, .40, and .45 calibers. Larger sizes can be adapted down to ... |
