Featured Factory Suppressor from Ruger: The Silent-SR Recoil Staff January 8, 2016 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Read our affiliate policy. Find out more about how we test products. Recently Ruger announced the Silent-SR, a suppressor that they designed and built themselves. Their first foray into this part of the industry is appropriately rimfire, as their .22lr pistols and rifles have arguably been the most popular suppressor hosts for decades. The Silent-SR is user servicable (a must for any rimfire can produced these days) and supports .22lr, .22WMR, and .17HMR. While it's not a monocore, the internal baffles themselves lock together in an effort to keep the tubes and end caps cleaner (rimfire is notoriously dirty), and it's got to help with ease of assembly. As you can see from the photos, the Silent-SR looks right at home on the Ruger SR-22 and should be practically seamless on their threaded 22/45 pistol. Like most rimfire suppressors, the Ruger Silent-SR features a direct thread 1/2×28″ attachment. Here's what they have to say about them: The Ruger® Silent-SR™ sound suppressor features best-in-class materials and advanced design, resulting in a lightweight, compact size and top-tier sound reduction. It was designed and built by Ruger utilizing the very latest in fluid dynamic simulation and computer numeric controlled (CNC) machining equipment. The Ruger® Silent-SR™ is easy to disassemble and clean. Each piece snaps together to seal the baffles and keep the byproducts of combustion away from the tube and end caps. It is also strong and light, utilizing a titanium tube, aluminum rear cap, and stainless steel threaded mount, baffles and front cap. Ruger has selected the best material for each part to maximize strength and minimize weight without sacrificing durability. Patent-pending outer tube and muzzle mount are interlocked to prevent accidental disassembly when removing the suppressor from your firearm. Disassembly tool is included. Other specifications include: Caliber: 22 LR/22 WMR/17 HMR Material/Finish: Titanium, 17-4 Stainless and Aluminum/Cerakote™ Length: 5.37″ Diameter: 1.06″ Weight: 6.3 oz Mount: 1/2″x28 Suggested Retail: $449.00 We're looking forward to checking out this latest offering from Ruger. For more information, you can visit Ruger's page on the Silent-SR here. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
