Recommendations on a 22 suppressor?

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I was interested in the TBAC 22 takedown but silencer shop is out, so I will take it out of consideration. Been looking at the Mask HD and Sparrow. Any thoughts, any other recommendations?
 
If the option is available, sign up for the in stock notifications. You may get lucky. Beyond that, I’ve been mostly happy with my aac halcyon- though I wouldn’t buy one today...

Recommendation? But a dedicated take down can for 22lr and don’t shoot 22lr through a sealed can. Aluminum is slightly more maintenance, but boretech c4 eliminator makes all but the worst fouling melt off and wipe away. Regular cleaning makes cleaning easy.
 
I've had the Sparrow for 5-6 years and knowing what I know now, I'd buy it again. They are priced right for a 22 suppressor, easy to take apart, easy to clean and just as quiet as anything else out there.
 
I've got a Sparrow but the only reason I've got it is due to the BOGO they had in '19 IIRC. The BOGO promotion was a total FUBAR, as they apparently underestimated the potential # of free silencers they would ship out or didn't even think of that part of the promotion. Had to wait for the Sparrow (freebie) to be shipped to the dealer, then do the paperwork, then wait for the tax stamp to be processed. It works fine, but I've got a Ruger branded 22rf can as well, and both work as intended.
 
Ordered a TBAC 22 through my local dealer on 12/31/20. The TBAC website said to expect a serial number between 10/21-11/21... Almost a year wait to start the 5-8 month wait. Im sure other retailers have them enroute and they’ll be popping up online. I’ll be shopping around.
 
Ordered a TBAC 22 through my local dealer on 12/31/20. The TBAC website said to expect a serial number between 10/21-11/21... Almost a year wait to start the 5-8 month wait. Im sure other retailers have them enroute and they’ll be popping up online. I’ll be shopping around.
That's painful. I would wait until you find one in stock somewhere. I bought a TBAC 22 in stock from Mile High mid-June and had it in hand mid-Oct. I couldn't imagine waiting almost a year for the serial and then another wait on top of that.
 
I have a Liberty Regulator and an Erector by Q and like both.

Think about what you want to use it on, calibers and weight. The Erector is ridiculously light and great on pistols. Still pretty quiet in shorter configurations too. But, it is only rated for 22lr. The Regulator on the other hand is rated up to 17hmr and 22mag, but a little on the heavy side for pistols. Great on a rifle though.
 
I have a Sparrow and really like it. Have been using it for .22 NRL and PRS matches. I am also thinking about a TBAC 22 Takedown to dedicate to the rifle I use.

The Sparrow is very easy to take apart and clean which is very important for a 22 suppressor.

.22LR suppressors are lots of fun
 
I love my mask HD. I wouldnt get anything that cant be sonic cleaned...my aluminum baffle mod9 is super quiet but a pain in the ass to clean. Im a fan of steel baffles, especially on .22
 
I’m probably going to get flamed for this, but I did a form 1 quietbore for my .22 and had it approved and shooting in around 30 days.

Depending on what you are looking to do, might be a solid option. All of the previous posts list some quality cans, but I don’t think the quietbore is shabby for the cost and how quick you can be running suppressed.
 
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I’m probably going to get flamed for this, but I did a form 1 quietbore for my .22 and had it approved and shooting in around 30 days.

Depending on what you are looking to do, might be a solid option. All of the previous posts list some quality cans, but I don’t think the quietbore is shabby for the cost and how quick you can be running suppressed.
QB .22 can was my first. Not the first one I bought, but being Form 1, first one in hand. Helped ease the wait on the Kraken. Plus I got to learn about suppressor ownership; how to treat aluminum baffles to make cleaning easier, how often to clean, expectations about performance... It was a worthwhile experience. I've now got 3 rimfire cans, and still just the one 9mm can.
 
I own a dozen or so suppressors currently, two are 22lr. First was a Gemtech Outback II, bought it back in 2008. It's been a great suppressor. Had it re-cored to removable titanium baffles back in 2011. Previously, the Outback II was a sealed suppressor. I also have a SilencerCo Sparrow from 2012. Also a great suppressor.

It's nice to have 2 separate 22lr cans...I can run two host weapons concurrently without having to move a hot suppressor around.

If I was to get another 22lr suppressor right now, I'd go with a Form 1 DIY model, like a Quietbore. Since 22lr is not considered a high pressure round, I'd be confident that the Quitebore would be sufficient for any 22lr host. I haven't seen a head to head of a Quietbore vs a Sparrow, etc. but I bet they would be very close in noise reduction.

For other calibers I wouldn't go with a DIY Form 1 model, but for 22lr I don't see any advantage in spending $400+ on a factory model.

Regardless of what model you choose, stay away from aluminum baffles. They are more difficult to clean because it limits you to what chemicals/process you can use that won't harm the aluminum. I just looked at the Quietbore website, and their 22 Form 1 model is $280 for titanium baffles. That is a great price. Under $500 all in with the stamp, and a Form 1 is taking less than 60 days for approval.