SSS.6.147 - Combat Application Technologies CAT/JL/A1 and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

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SSS.6.147 - Combat Application Technologies CAT/JL/A1 and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

The CAT/JL/A1 (CAT JL) is a lightweight and extremely advanced 30 caliber rifle silencer that exhibits significant sound signature suppression performance. For its size and weight envelope, the JL’s performance is even more extreme. Notably, the CAT SNIPER2 technology in the JL silencer appears to balance a high early time flow rate with continuous and consistent stagnation relief throughout the silencer, resulting in not only high performance first round shot suppression, but also some of the most consistent performance evaluated on this host weapon system by PEW Science, to date.

In this review, the CAT JL performance metrics depend upon suppressing a supersonic centerfire rifle cartridge; no easy task. How would the silencer perform on your .308 deer rifle?

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SSS.6.142 - Otter Creek Labs Polonium-30 and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

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SSS.6.142 - Otter Creek Labs Polonium-30 and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

The Otter Creek Labs Polonium-30 is a compact to mid-size 7.62mm rifle silencer that possesses competitive sound signature suppression performance with many silencers on the market in its size class.  Users should note that its sister silencer, the Polonium, is a 6mm (243 caliber) silencer of identical size, intended for higher performance when fielding on 5.56x45mm systems.

In this review, the Otter Creek Labs Polonium-30 performance metrics depend upon suppressing a supersonic centerfire rifle cartridge; no easy task. How would the silencer perform on your .308 deer rifle?

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SSS.6.137 - Resilient Suppressors Jolene and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

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SSS.6.137 - Resilient Suppressors Jolene and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

The Resilient Suppressors Jolene is a 30 caliber rifle silencer that possesses significantly high sound signature suppression performance on a supersonic centerfire rifle with extremely light weight. The Jolene possesses a modular rear mounting interface that may be used with a variety of mounting solutions and muzzle devices; its included specialized direct thread mount is integral to its high performance, and results in a total system weight of 10.8 ounces, as tested.

In this review, the Resilient Suppressors Jolene performance metrics depend upon suppressing a supersonic centerfire rifle cartridge; no easy task. How would the silencer perform on your .308 deer rifle?

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SSS.6.132 - BOSS Silencers Chairman and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

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SSS.6.132 - BOSS Silencers Chairman and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

The BOSS Silencers Chairman is a 30 caliber rifle silencer that possesses competitive suppression performance in its size class, on a centerfire rifle. Both stainless steel and titanium internal configurations of the silencer are offered, to meet weight requirements of the user. The BOSS Chairman, along with its smaller 5.56mm sister silencer, the Guillotine, possesses a modular rear mounting interface that may be used with a variety of mounting solutions and muzzle devices.

In this review, the BOSS Chairman performance metrics depend upon suppressing a supersonic centerfire rifle cartridge; no easy task. How would the silencer perform on your .308 deer rifle?

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SSS.6.121 - PWS BDE 762 and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

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SSS.6.121 - PWS BDE 762 and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

The PWS BDE 762 is a modular 30 caliber rifle silencer that may be configured as full-size or compact. The silencer possesses relatively high suppression performance in both its longest and shortest configurations, on a centerfire rifle. It is a titanium silencer of hybrid design, constructed with both DMLS and traditional subtractive manufacturing. With five different configurations, the BDE 762 is relatively unique as a modular rifle silencer and also possesses a modular rear mounting interface that may be used with a variety of mounting solutions and muzzle devices.

In this review, the BDE 762 performance metrics depend upon suppressing a supersonic centerfire rifle cartridge; no easy task. How would the silencer perform on your .308 deer rifle?

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SSS.6.117 - Abel Company Theorem-L and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

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SSS.6.117 - Abel Company Theorem-L and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

The Abel Company Theorem-L is a full-size 30 caliber precision rifle silencer that possesses significant sound signature suppression performance in this combustion regime. The silencer is relatively lightweight for its size. The Theorem-L possesses a modular rear mounting interface that may be used with a variety of mounting solutions and muzzle devices. The end cap of the silencer is also removable.

In this review, the Theorem-L performance metrics depend upon suppressing a supersonic centerfire rifle cartridge; no easy task. How would the silencer perform on your .308 deer rifle?

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SSS.6.115 - Research Supplement: Flow-Through Silencers vs. Conventional Silencers. Head-to-Head Detailed Comparison - Nomad-Ti vs. FLOW 762 Ti vs. Thunder Chicken (Article Preview)

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SSS.6.115 - Research Supplement: Flow-Through Silencers vs. Conventional Silencers. Head-to-Head Detailed Comparison - Nomad-Ti vs. FLOW 762 Ti vs. Thunder Chicken (Article Preview)

Three silencers evaluated by PEW Science are included in this members-only Research Supplement to examine relative First Round Pop (FRP) and overall sound signature suppression performance characteristics. The silencers in this group were selected for their very similar holistic sound suppression performance; their similar PEW Science Suppression Rating on a supersonic centerfire bolt action rifle. The three silencers behave differently, despite their similar performance. Silencers with similar suppression performance sometimes have very different flow restriction, or back pressure, partially characterized by the PEW Science Omega Back Pressure Metric. These are three examples of such silencers.

The Suppression Rating is a Damage Risk Criterion (DRC). As such, it characterizes the postulated risk of hazard to bystanders, or the weapon operator, from a suppressed small arm weapon system. Despite achieving a similar Suppression Rating, some silencers may have certain signature characteristics that differ from others, and those differences are of interest to users.

This research supplement is intended to provide more information to PEW Science members with regard to specific sound signature characteristics of the tested configurations in the aforementioned reviews and to help frame objective loudness comparisons between three supersonic 308 rifle silencers that possess similar holistic sound suppression performance. Both FRP and total sound signature suppression regimes are examined. This supplement is part of ongoing PEW Science small arm weapon system sound signature research.

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SSS.6.113 - HUXWRX FLOW 762 Ti and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

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SSS.6.113 - HUXWRX FLOW 762 Ti and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

The HUXWRX FLOW 762 Ti is a relatively compact and lightweight 30 caliber machine gun rated rifle silencer that exhibits significant back pressure reduction and sound signature suppression performance, for its size. Its sound suppression performance at the shooter’s ear on a .308 bolt action rifle is competitive with that of advanced conventional baffle silencers. The silencer is constructed of 3D-printed Grade 5 Titanium and represents one of the most advanced systems evaluated by PEW Science, to date.

In this review, the FLOW 762 Ti performance metrics depend upon suppressing a supersonic centerfire rifle cartridge; no easy task. How would the silencer perform on your .308 deer rifle?

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SSS.6.112 - Aero Precision Lahar-30L and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

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SSS.6.112 - Aero Precision Lahar-30L and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

The Aero Precision Lahar-30L is a mid-size 30 caliber precision rifle silencer that possesses significant sound signature suppression performance for its size, in this combustion regime. The silencer also possesses an Inconel blast baffle and may be used on machineguns, with no barrel length restrictions. The Lahar-30L represents one of the best examples of performance-based design optimization for this combustion regime in the research pedigree, to date. PEW Science 5.56 testing and analysis results with the Lahar-30L are forthcoming.

In this review, the Lahar-30L performance metrics depend upon suppressing a supersonic centerfire rifle cartridge; no easy task. How would the silencer perform on your .308 deer rifle?

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SSS.6.106 - Surefire SOCOM762-MINI2 and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

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SSS.6.106 - Surefire SOCOM762-MINI2 and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

The Surefire SOCOM762-MINI2 is a compact 30 caliber machine gun rated rifle silencer that possesses reduced sound signature suppression performance compared with many larger 7.62 silencers on the market, while possessing significantly reduced back pressure. The silencer may also be used on 5.56 weapon platforms; relative to dedicate 5.56 silencers, it may be considered full-size. PEW Science 5.56 testing and analysis results with the MINI2 are forthcoming.

In this review, the SOCOM762-MINI2 performance metrics depend upon suppressing a supersonic centerfire rifle cartridge; no easy task. How would the silencer perform on your .308 deer rifle?

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SSS.6.81 - Otter Creek Labs Hydrogen-L and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

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SSS.6.81 - Otter Creek Labs Hydrogen-L and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

The Otter Creek Labs Hydrogen-L is a full-size and lightweight 30 caliber rifle silencer that exhibits very high sound signature suppression performance. The Hydrogen-L is constructed of titanium and has a user-adaptable mounting system. At 13.8 ounces with the direct thread mount, the Hydrogen-L is one of the lightest full size high performance rifle silencers on the current market.

In this review, the Hydrogen-L performance metrics depend upon suppressing a supersonic centerfire rifle cartridge; no easy task. How would the silencer perform on your .308 deer rifle?

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SSS.6.80 - Liberty Precision Machine Anthem-K and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

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SSS.6.80 - Liberty Precision Machine Anthem-K and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

The Liberty Precision Machine Anthem-K is a compact and lightweight 30 caliber rifle silencer that exhibits advanced sound signature reduction and flow rate for its design envelope. The Anthem-K is constructed of 17-4 stainless steel and has a user-adaptable mounting system. The characteristics of the Anthem series, in totality, are advanced.

In this review, the Anthem-K performance metrics depend upon suppressing a supersonic centerfire rifle cartridge; no easy task. How would the silencer perform on your .308 deer rifle,?

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SSS.6.79 - Liberty Precision Machine Anthem-S and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

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SSS.6.79 - Liberty Precision Machine Anthem-S and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

The Liberty Precision Machine Anthem-S is a mid-size and lightweight 30 caliber rifle silencer that exhibits advanced sound signature reduction for its design envelope. The Anthem-S is constructed of 17-4 stainless steel, is lighter and quieter than many longer silencers on this platform, and has a user-adaptable mounting system. The characteristics of the Anthem series, in totality, are advanced.

In this review, the Anthem-S performance metrics depend upon suppressing a supersonic centerfire rifle cartridge; no easy task. How would the silencer perform on your .308 deer rifle?

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SSS.6.74 - Silencer Central Banish 30 and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

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SSS.6.74 - Silencer Central Banish 30 and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

The Silencer Central Banish 30 is a full-size and lightweight modular 30 caliber rifle silencer that exhibits typical sound signature reduction for its design envelope. Note that the Banish 30 is user-serviceable, allowing use on a variety of platforms and is also modular, allowing for use in two length configurations. The Banish 30 is not the same silencer as the Banish 30 Gold, in construction, features, or performance.

In this review, the Banish 30 performance metrics depend upon suppressing a supersonic centerfire rifle cartridge; no easy task. How would the silencer perform on your .308 deer rifle, in both its long and short configurations?

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SSS.6.69 - Silencer Central Banish 30 Gold and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

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SSS.6.69 - Silencer Central Banish 30 Gold and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

The Silencer Central Banish 30 Gold is a full-size and lightweight .30 rifle silencer that exhibits relatively high performance sound signature reduction for its design envelope. Note that the Banish 30 Gold is user-serviceable, allowing use on a variety of platforms. The Banish 30 Gold is not the same silencer as the Banish 30, in construction, features, or performance.

In this review, the Banish 30 Gold performance metrics depend upon suppressing a supersonic centerfire rifle cartridge; no easy task. How would the silencer perform on your .308 deer rifle?

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SSS.6.68 - Diligent Defense Co. Enticer S-Ti and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

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SSS.6.68 - Diligent Defense Co. Enticer S-Ti and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

The Diligent Defense Co. Enticer S-Ti is a mid-size and lightweight .30 rifle silencer that exhibits high performance sound signature reduction, while possessing a modular rear mount capability. Note that the Enticer series also includes a longer Enticer L-Ti model, further increasing the sound signature suppression performance, albeit at the expense of nominally increased length and weight. The Enticer series is a continued example of high supersonic suppression performance possible with properly implemented coaxial design elements.

In this review, the Enticer S-Ti performance metrics depend upon suppressing a supersonic centerfire rifle cartridge; no easy task. How would the silencer perform on your .308 deer rifle?

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SSS.6.67 - Diligent Defense Co. Enticer L-Ti and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

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SSS.6.67 - Diligent Defense Co. Enticer L-Ti and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

The Diligent Defense Co. Enticer L-Ti is a full-size, lightweight .30 rifle silencer that exhibits extreme sound signature reduction in the supersonic flow regime, while possessing a modular rear mount capability. Note that the Enticer series also includes a shorter Enticer S-Ti model, further reducing the length and weight of the system, albeit at the expense of some sound signature suppression performance. The Enticer series is a continued example of the extreme supersonic suppression performance possible with properly implemented coaxial design elements.

In this review, the Enticer L-Ti performance metrics depend upon suppressing a supersonic centerfire rifle cartridge; no easy task. How would the silencer perform on your .308 deer rifle?

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SSS.6.63 - KGM R30 and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

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SSS.6.63 - KGM R30 and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

The KGM R30 is a mid-size .30 rifle silencer that exhibits balanced sound signature reduction and flow rate (back pressure), while possessing a modular rear mount capability. Note that the R30 contains adjustable radial vents on its endcap, adding to the system’s versatility.

In this review, the R30 performance metrics depend upon suppressing a supersonic centerfire rifle cartridge; no easy task. How would the silencer perform on your .308 deer rifle?

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SSS.6.56 - Research Supplement: The Quietest 308 Rifle Silencers - Detailed Sound Comparison (Article Preview)

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SSS.6.56 - Research Supplement: The Quietest 308 Rifle Silencers - Detailed Sound Comparison (Article Preview)

Four silencers evaluated by PEW Science are included in this members-only Research Supplement to examine relative First Round Pop (FRP) and overall sound signature suppression performance characteristics. The silencers in this group were selected for their high sound suppression performance; silencers maximizing their PEW Science Suppression Rating on a supersonic centerfire bolt action rifle. Silencers with suppression performance in this range typically have relatively high flow restriction, or back pressure, characterized by a relatively high PEW Science Omega Back Pressure Metric.

This research supplement is intended to provide more information to PEW Science members with regard to specific sound signature characteristics of the tested configurations in the aforementioned reviews and to help frame objective loudness comparisons between the four quietest supersonic 308 rifle silencers in the FRP and total sound signature suppression regimes. This supplement is part of ongoing PEW Science small arm weapon system sound signature research.

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SSS.6.55 - Dead Air Nomad-L and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

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SSS.6.55 - Dead Air Nomad-L and the Savage Model 10 PC .308 (Free Version)

The Dead Air Nomad-L is a full-size .30 rifle silencer that exhibits extreme sound signature reduction in the supersonic flow regime, while possessing a modular rear mount capability. Note that the Nomad-L is also offered in a titanium version (the Nomad-LT). While similar, the sound signatures of the Nomad-L and Nomad-LT are not identical; the Nomad-L exhibits higher sound signature suppression performance on this platform; users should note that the supersonic suppression and back pressure characteristics of the Nomad-L highlighted in this review represent upper bound performance of the Nomad family of silencers. The back pressure generation of the Nomad-L is significant.

In this review, the Nomad-L performance metrics depend upon suppressing a supersonic centerfire rifle cartridge; no easy task. How would the silencer perform on your .308 deer rifle?

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