Suppressors 101 | The Reserve Podcast

Описание: Charlotte Gun Range suppressor overview - The Reserve Podcast. CCW Training mindset: reducing concussion, gas, and shooter fatigue with suppressors

In this episode of The Reserve Podcast, Corey and Matt break down suppressors from a practical, real-world perspective: what they do, how they reduce sound and concussion, why “movie quiet” is a myth, and how modern materials and designs affect performance. This is a product discussion intended for education and entertainment only.

00:00 – Silencers: misunderstood in movies
00:24 – Intro: What is a suppressor?
00:46 – Simple explanation (car muffler analogy) + decibels/concussion
01:16 – “Assassin” misconception + why people actually use them
01:31 – Legality + tax stamp context
02:16 – What this episode will cover
02:24 – Matt’s use cases (9mm pistols, AR-15, .22 with kids)
02:57 – Two main categories: pistol vs rifle
03:33 – Why “one can for everything” isn’t ideal (modular / bore size)
04:19 – How suppressors work (gas cooling / slowing)
04:53 – Dedicated 5.56 vs 30 cal tradeoff
05:54 – .22 cans: “movie quiet” factor
06:19 – Pistol cans: CAT Street Crack vs Rugged Obsidian 9
06:40 – 3D printed cans: what it changes (baffles/geometry)
08:06 – Titanium pros/cons + heat limitations
09:08 – Rifle cans: pressure/temperature considerations
09:52 – Flow-through suppressors + back pressure explained
11:10 – Health/safety angle (gas, exposure, indoor range practices)
12:20 – Best 9mm suppressor picks + value options
14:20 – Materials (Inconel/718) + “hard use” use cases
15:02 – “Quietest for AR” discussion + 3D printing catching up
16:13 – Popular calibers + hunting use cases
17:06 – Subsonic explained + why some calibers shine suppressed
19:00 – 300 Blackout: why it’s popular
20:34 – Shotgun suppressors (Salvo 12, niche options)
22:12 – Quick buying-fit framework (caliber, mounts, compatibility)
23:24 – Tax stamp clarification + tech trends
24:23 – Wrap + subscribe

What matters most to you: sound reduction, gas reduction, weight, or durability?
If you could only suppress one platform first, would you choose .22, 9mm, or 5.56?
What’s the biggest myth you believed about suppressors before this episode?

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DISCLAIMER: All firearms in this video were verified unloaded and filmed in a controlled environment for product discussion and entertainment purposes only. Always follow manufacturer guidelines, safety rules, and all applicable laws.