{"id":163507,"date":"2021-11-02T07:00:11","date_gmt":"2021-11-02T13:00:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gunmagwarehouse.com\/blog\/?p=163507"},"modified":"2024-10-10T23:50:37","modified_gmt":"2024-10-11T04:50:37","slug":"the-silencerco-hybrid-46m-keep-it-quiet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunmagwarehouse.com\/blog\/the-silencerco-hybrid-46m-keep-it-quiet\/","title":{"rendered":"The SilencerCo Hybrid 46M \u2014 Keep It Quiet"},"content":{"rendered":"

Joyful. That\u2019s the word I use to describe shooting suppressed. Every time I shoot suppressed, I talk about wanting to get a suppressor. What stops me is a myriad of things. For one, I don\u2019t know which gun to suppress. I feel like a 5.56 suppressor would be the handiest, but I shoot 9mm way more than 5.56. I also hunt with a .308, and I feel, in all reality, the most practical use for the suppressor would be hunting. I don\u2019t want to deal with the NFA process multiple times, so what am I to do? Well, it seems like SilencerCo has heard the cries of shooters like me and addresses it via the SilencerCo Hybrid 46M.<\/p>\n

\"Hybrid
The Hybrid 46M is the world’s first and only truly modular big-bore-suppressor.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

SilencerCo graciously sent a model for me to test and review, and I\u2019ve got a fantastic opportunity to spill some lead downrange. More than ever, I\u2019ve found myself wanting a suppressor, and the SilencerCo Hybrid 46M was love at first shot. The more I\u2019ve learned about it, the more I\u2019ve begun to think I\u2019ve found the one suppressor I can use for all those roles.<\/p>\n

Diving into the Hybrid 46M<\/h2>\n

The Hybrid 46M suppressor is a sequel to the original Hybrid 46.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s the big difference?<\/h3>\n

Well, the M in the name, my friend. In reality, it\u2019s a lighter suppressor that\u2019s modular (that’s where the ‘M’ comes in) with two different lengths. The Hybrid 46M\u2019s full-size configuration is nine inches long and weighs 14.9 ounces. In its more compact form, the suppressor is 5.78 inches long and weighs 12.2 ounces total.<\/p>\n

\"SilencerCo
The can comes with a 30 cal and 46 cal cap.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

It\u2019s fairly lightweight for its length, and the diameter is 1.57 inches. The reason why I think this could be that one perfect suppressor for guys like me is the fact it\u2019s a 46 caliber can. I can use this thing on my 9mm, my .308, my 5.56 rifle, and beyond. I can go up to .458 Socom and 45 ACP<\/a>. It\u2019s tough enough to take the hits from a 338 Lapua Magnum and keep on functioning.<\/p>\n

\"SilencerCo
You can use the short or long configuration, so this thing puts the M in modular.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Sound suppression works best when a suppressor matches the caliber of the weapon. That is true, but SilencerCo does mitigate this. The front caps of the suppressor can be swapped to accommodate various calibers to help improve suppression. The Hybrid 46M comes with a 46 caliber cap and a 30 caliber cap. You can also purchase a 9mm cap, a 5.56 cap, and a 6.5mm cap.<\/p>\n

One Suppressor to Rule Them All<\/h2>\n

I can snap this thing onto any firearm in my collection and start popping suppressed shots off. Besides just utilizing different caps, the modular capability to reduce the length and weight of the suppressor ensures things stay light and short for weapons that are light and short.<\/p>\n

\"SilencerCo
All the goodies that come in the box.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I might toss the Hybrid 46M on my 308 rifle in the long configuration to maximize my suppression. If I\u2019m rocking a 9mm PCC, well, why then I go short and sweet. It\u2019s a good way to mix and match your suppressor to your various firearms while maintaining their overall purpose.<\/p>\n

Putting It In Action<\/h2>\n

Reviewing NFA items can be a hassle. It would take 6 to 9 months or maybe longer to transfer the suppressor legally to me to take it home and give it the old bang bang. Instead, it was sent to my FFL\/SOT, who was gracious enough to allow me to use the weapon on his property and under his supervision. Big thanks to Big Bend Outfitters for all their help.<\/p>\n

\"Shooting
The long configuration keeps things nice and quiet. Without causing the gun to be off-balance.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

To keep with range restrictions and overall safety, I brought my favorite subgun, the APC9K<\/a>, a direct thread adapter, and a butt load of subsonic 9mm. I strapped the Hybrid 46M to my APC9K, and it just looked like it was at home. Even in the long configuration, the weight wasn\u2019t so much so to throw the short little fella off balance.<\/p>\n

\"Shooting
The little gun lost its bark when it was muzzled.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I started in the long configuration and began blasting through 9mm. The first shot was a little snappy but not enough to ring my ears. Follow-up shots were nice and quiet. I blazed through the first mag and me and my friend talked about kids, our favorite steak houses, and why we both wished we had a lever gun with a threaded barrel for this test.<\/p>\n

Keep It Down<\/h2>\n

We talked as we took turns firing. The weapon was quiet enough that we didn\u2019t need ear protection<\/a> of any kind. The little snap and pop of the 9mm weren\u2019t enough to interrupt us. Keep in mind this wasn\u2019t with the 9mm cap, but with the standard 46 caliber cap.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m not the most knowledgeable in regards to suppressors. I get that can-heads love to talk dBs, barrel lengths, loads, and sound reduction, and it is truly fascinating. However, what matters to me is if it can make the gun hearing safe. The Hybrid 46M certainly made my little APC9K hearing safe when mixed with subsonic ammunition.<\/p>\n

\"Shooting
When it’s short it matches the APC9K a bit better.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

We took a break, let the suppressor cool, and then broke it down to the short model. SilencerCo includes all the necessary tools to remove the cap, attach and detach the suppressor, and everything you\u2019ll need to do with the little fella. Taking it down to a lighter, short profile made the Hybrid 46M fit the APC9K like a glove. The lighter, shorter suppressor matched the short, light gun very well.<\/p>\n

\"ACP9K
Ain’t she a beaut?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Both sizes reduced muzzle rise and recoil a crazy amount. The Hybrid 46M works better than a standard compensator. The gun barely bucks and moves between shots. It makes it really easy to fire ten rounds with the gun barely moving. It\u2019s full-auto rated, so it\u2019s not like I was going to burn it down.<\/p>\n

Back to the Pew<\/h2>\n

Again, the first shot had a little extra pop, but after that, the gun was plenty quiet. I ditched ear pro after the first two rounds, and we resumed our conversations as we shot. There was a slight difference between the longer can and the short can, but it remained hearing safe.<\/p>\n

\"ACP9K
Some guns just look right suppressed, this is one of those guns.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I\u2019m sure you guys want a little more information than that on how well the gun suppresses other calibers. I mean, it\u2019s easy to see why you\u2019d want that info, so I scoured the net. By that, I emailed SilencerCo and asked what performance they saw from a wide variety of calibers, and they happily provided me the information.<\/p>\n

For reference, OSHA states that sudden loud noises up to 140 dB are hearing safe. However, constant repeated exposure can reduce the safety.<\/p>\n

The Hybrid 46M In Action<\/h2>\n

I don\u2019t want to send this thing back. It\u2019s so utterly awesome that it\u2019s making me want to deal with the Federal government.<\/p>\n

The 46M from SilencerCo works like a dream. It made my little APC9K incredibly quiet and perfect for home defense. It\u2019s also modular enough for me to attach it to a wide variety of guns, and it fits everything in my current crop of firearms if you\u2019re like me and wants to truly buy once and cry once the Hybrid 46M is for you.<\/p>\n

\"Hybrid
Make your pow into pew.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you are also a beginner with cans, SilencerCo is the way to go as well. They make tons of accessories, parts, and pieces to match the suppressor to whatever task you put upon it. Check it out at SilencerCo, and let me know what you think below.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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