Seen mention of these, never seen one being used. Don’t really care what it does for a .22. What it does for 5.56/223 is what would be interesting. I’d worry it would explode with 5.56. Obviously for chits and giggles vs any sort of alternative to a legit can, but .22* is a range toy also:
Couple things:
First, I’m pretty sure you need an SOT for these, as technically every time you replace the filter you’d need to go through an FFL otherwise.
Second, suppressed subsonic 22 has legitimate tactical purpose. A very niche one, but legitimate nonetheless.
That’s definitely .22lr. Look at the bolt through the ejection port…
I don’t want to be the test case for this, but I’d like the ATF to define “suppressor” and then explain why an oil filter (without conventional baffles) is a “suppressor.”
They moved quick.
Fram vs. Mobile 1?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XuJpwmP_9jE
.22 rifle.
So why can’t the mount/adapter be the serial numbered item in all of this?
“Solvent Trap” mounts have been around for a long time. As far as the ATF is concerned all major components of a suppressor are suppressors in and of themselves. This is why you cannot buy parts even for cans that disassemble. If the manufacturer were to sell you replacement baffles it would require the full NFA transfer process. Thus, you have to send your can back for service. Even replaceable end caps was considered a little “iffy” when it was initially brought up.
According to ATF “logic” when you purchase an oil filter for use with one of these mounts, your “intent” magically transforms it from an oil filter into an unregistered silencer. You and I thinking that is ridiculous won’t change anything.
I’ve never tried one, but from what I hear performance is kind of meh above .22lr and degrades rather quickly after the first shot. I have heard a few stories about oil filters exploding or catching fire but I’m not sure if there is any truth behind the tales.
This is why I selected a 3D printed suppressor.
Needs work? Send it back and they basically cut off everything but the threaded portion and re-print your suppressor… to potentially include updates in technology.
If it’s gotta be factory serviced for repairs might as well do some upgrades while it’s there right? Just like rebuilding an engine… while we’re here….how rowdy can we make this thing?