Review: Silencerco Hybrid

[Fireman1291]

Yup... those of you paying attention on my Facebook page knew this was coming!

Enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rTJZf64zF4

[whiterussian1974]

I was disappointed not to see the dB readings in the lower corner like you've had on other vids.
Otherwise, an excellent job. As we've come to expect from your team.

https://silencerco.com/hybrid/ has a demo vid w dB levels, but your independant metering would be a nice compliment.

[hyrulejedi86]

This has to be the one can I've been looking forward to since seeing it at the Maxim Vice event. I have SilencerCo cans and due to most companies proprietary attachment methods I'm sticking with them. I have a sparrow, Spectre 2, octane 9 and Saker 762 so this would be a good all around can. I'd like to hear your input on a couple questions about this can:

1) How is the blowback compared to say an octane?
2) Since it is a bit larger than most pistol cans does it interfere with pistols that already have raised sights?
3) Performance wise, is it sacrificing much suppression to perform on all those calibers?
4) Any word on making a Trifecta MAAD mount like the saker instead of the ASR?

Thanks for all you do! Glad you got Youtube to change your user name too, much easier to find now!

[icsheeple]

As far as multi cans go I'm still drawn to the Griffin Armament Optimus. I like how all these multi cans are finally coming out.

[Fireman1291]

This has to be the one can I've been looking forward to since seeing it at the Maxim Vice event. I have SilencerCo cans and due to most companies proprietary attachment methods I'm sticking with them. I have a sparrow, Spectre 2, octane 9 and Saker 762 so this would be a good all around can. I'd like to hear your input on a couple questions about this can:

1) How is the blowback compared to say an octane?
2) Since it is a bit larger than most pistol cans does it interfere with pistols that already have raised sights?
3) Performance wise, is it sacrificing much suppression to perform on all those calibers?
4) Any word on making a Trifecta MAAD mount like the saker instead of the ASR?

Thanks for all you do! Glad you got Youtube to change your user name too, much easier to find now!

1. Less to little
2. Yes, you need suppressor sights
3. It did very well across all calibers. Amazingly well.
4. I'll doubt it but ill check with my contacts at SiCo

LOL Thanks man it feels better to finally have the right name on there!

[hyrulejedi86]

Very promising answers, I don't understand why they spent so much time bragging about the Saker MAAD mount then design all their new cans to use the ASR mount. I went with the Saker MAAD and don't want to spend all the money changing over the mounts because their new cans don't have an adapter for it. Can't wait to see if the Hybrid makes it to my dealer before the 180 days are up so I can get an application in and pending.

[savagetactical]

I think Silencerco is moving away from the Trifecta MAAD mounts because I've heard from several people of the mounts loosening and launch the can downrange. People have had other issues like the cans sticking to their mounts after a lot of fast, hard firing then allowed to cool to ambient temperature. Granted, they aren't the only cans that suffer from that problem.

I would like to know if the ASR mount is the same as the Omega's?

[AlabamaPaul]

I think Silencerco is moving away from the Trifecta MAAD mounts because I've heard from several people of the mounts loosening and launch the can downrange. People have had other issues like the cans sticking to their mounts after a lot of fast, hard firing then allowed to cool to ambient temperature. Granted, they aren't the only cans that suffer from that problem.

I would like to know if the ASR mount is the same as the Omega's?

Yes, the ASR mounts are the same.

[Smokecloud]

I have been looking at picking up a 45 Octane and the Omega, but of course, have been very interested in the new Hybrid now. I can't seem to find anything on the material used in the Hybrid. I'm guessing that since it uses a baffle stack similar to the Octane, that the material is Stainless Steel and may not have the same life expectancy as the Omega. Can anyone comment on the materials used in the Hybrid? Can you take it apart for cleaning like the Octane? That would be a nice feature for running powder coated bullets through the 300blk, or the 9mm SBR.

[Fulliautomatix]

I can't seem to find anything on the material used in the Hybrid.

Same here. Because of the size & weight, I'm assuming it is using at least some titanium. As a point of reference, the Lane Scorpion 458* all Titanium model which is the same diameter, and a smidge longer weights 13.2oz. The SS/Ti model weighs in at 18.6oz. While the Hybrid is 13.8oz. (I know it ignores baffle count/construction, but since both are .458 rated, I'm making an assumption they are similar)

*http://www.lane-products.com/products/scorpion-458.html

Can you take it apart for cleaning like the Octane?

From what I've seen, including comments from dealers on other boards, the answer is no, not user serviceable like an Octane. Although, if you're using a completely powdercoated bullet, vaporized lead deposits shouldn't be much of an issue.

[Dark Tranquility]

Thank you for the great review! Couple of questions.

Is this suppressor user serviceable?

Can you use the standard fixed barrel mounts from the octane .45?

Thanks, Dan

[Fulliautomatix]

The booster pistons are interchangeable between the Octane/Osprey and the Hybrid.

The fixed mount is not, which would make sense because the Octane is 1.375" OD, and the Hybrid is 1.565" OD.
Also, the part numbers are different for the two cans.
5/8x24 for the Octane is AC153
5/8x24 for the Hybrid is AC1414

Additionally, while we're on the topic of mounts, the ASR Flash Hider/Muzzle Brake that can be used for the SpecWar, Omega, and Harvester Big Bore can also be used on the Hybrid.

This poster shows all your mounting options, and part numbers:
https://s3.amazonaws.com/com.silencerco ... oster2.pdf

The can is not user serviceable.

[Fireman1291]

The booster pistons are interchangeable between the Octane/Osprey and the Hybrid.

The fixed mount is not, which would make sense because the Octane is 1.375" OD, and the Hybrid is 1.565" OD.
Also, the part numbers are different for the two cans.
5/8x24 for the Octane is AC153
5/8x24 for the Hybrid is AC1414

Additionally, while we're on the topic of mounts, the ASR Flash Hider/Muzzle Brake that can be used for the SpecWar, Omega, and Harvester Big Bore can also be used on the Hybrid.

This poster shows all your mounting options, and part numbers:
https://s3.amazonaws.com/com.silencerco ... oster2.pdf

The can is not user serviceable.

THANKS! You saved me 30min of my life.

[JeffWard]

I've got this silly "itch" to build a .458 SOCOM...

After all it's just a barrel and a BCG...

With SilencerCo building a 458 SOCOM suppressor...

My only concern is the 16" barrel length minimum for the SOCOM. I'd prefer to stay shorter...

JW

[Dark Tranquility]

Thank you Fulliautomatix.

I was hoping it was user serviceable. Really wanted a can for firing cast 45/70. Still a really neat suppressor!

Dan

[steveski]

This has to be the one can I've been looking forward to since seeing it at the Maxim Vice event. I have SilencerCo cans and due to most companies proprietary attachment methods I'm sticking with them. I have a sparrow, Spectre 2, octane 9 and Saker 762 so this would be a good all around can. I'd like to hear your input on a couple questions about this can:

1) How is the blowback compared to say an octane?
2) Since it is a bit larger than most pistol cans does it interfere with pistols that already have raised sights?
3) Performance wise, is it sacrificing much suppression to perform on all those calibers?
4) Any word on making a Trifecta MAAD mount like the saker instead of the ASR?

Thanks for all you do! Glad you got Youtube to change your user name too, much easier to find now!

1. Less to little
2. Yes, you need suppressor sights
3. It did very well across all calibers. Amazingly well.
4. I'll doubt it but ill check with my contacts at SiCo

LOL Thanks man it feels better to finally have the right name on there!

Can you comment on how it sounds compared to the Omega? Is it quite a bit louder? Which has a more pleasant note?

[uisnoisy]

Thank you Fulliautomatix.
I was hoping it was user serviceable. Really wanted a can for firing cast 45/70. Still a really neat suppressor!
Dan

As long as there's no aluminum, soak the can in 50/50 Hydrogen Peroxide/White Vinegar.
Be very careful handling the fluid afterwards. Follow all the hazmat info for lead acetate.

[mtnman]

Titanium Omega/MAAD Adapter

For using a MAAD mount on an Omega, and thus the Hybrid I assume.

http://tarheelstatefirearms.com/store/i ... uct_id=281

[Rem700308]

I have a buddy looking into the Hybrid. Considering the specs that are published, I assume 10mm would be g2g? He'll use it on everything he can.

[batman4706]

Why no 458 Socom?

[Boosted98gsx]

Ugh, why is user serviceable not an option. That one feature might kill my desire to buy this can.

[curious sam]

Ugh, why is user serviceable not an option. That one feature might kill my desire to buy this can.

I'd guess because the ability to withstand the pressure of a 338 LM means it needs to be welded, or is for liability purposes, or both.

Any more feedback on these? I don't know if I can live without.

[Joker31D]

Its not Serviceable because Silencerco is in the habit of not making any of their cans (Outside 22's) Serviceable. I have a feeling that it makes them easier to make and cheaper because they dont have to worry about sealing surfaces and the engineering that it involves. Or they believe that centerfire cans dont need cleaning. I prefer to be able to see the inside of the can and be able to clean it, not to mention the ability to put a wetting solution in each chamber. I agree, I'd be quicker to buy one I could open.


I'm not a Silencerco hater, quite the opposite I own 3 of their higher end cans and am most likely going to buy 2 more.

[Elkins45]

No service, no sale. A true "hybrid" can be used on anything, and that includes handguns with cast lead bullets. A sealed can would fill up pretty fast.

Too bad.

[Theohazard]

Its not Serviceable because Silencerco is in the habit of not making any of their cans (Outside 22's) Serviceable.

Wait a second. So making one can that's not user serviceable means they're "in the habit" of not making their cans user serviceable?

Full-power centerfire rifle cans are almost never user serviceable; they're stronger and lighter this way. So it's not unusual that none of SilencerCo's rifle cans are user serviceable. And considering the Hybrid is rated for many different full-power rifle rounds, it's not surprising that it's not user serviceable.

The only non-user serviceable can that SilencerCo makes that's in a category that's normally user serviceable is the Osprey. And the reason the Osprey can't be taken apart is due to its unusual design.

So basically you're saying that SilencerCo is "in the habit" of not making their cans user serviceable because they make one pistol can that can't be taken apart?