Silencer Central Banish Line of Suppressors at CANCON 2024

During CANCON 2024 I just ran into Nick at the Silencer Central booth. It’s funny how small this industry can feel sometimes—turns out, I’ve met Nick before!

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Tackling Back Pressure with Silencer Central

One of the hot topics we dived into was back pressure—something I’m not a fan of, as you all know. Silencer Central has been on the radar for their 5.56 and .30 cal suppressors, which, while effective in noise reduction, do come with their share of back pressure. Nick and I got into the nitty-gritty of what that means for shooters, especially those using AR platforms with adjustable gas blocks.

Silencer Central’s New Tech: The Banish Speed K

Here’s where things get exciting. Silencer Central isn’t just sticking to what they know; they’re pushing the envelope with a new device specifically designed to handle back pressure better. Enter the Banish Speed K, introduced at SHOT Show this past year. This little powerhouse is more than just a heavy-duty 5.56 suppressor. It’s about making the shooting experience as comfortable as it is quiet.

Nick explained the unique design of the Speed K—featuring a four-linear baffle stack inside the can. The first two baffles focus on dampening the sound at the muzzle end, while the last two baffles are oriented towards the shooter to tackle that pesky back pressure.

Why the Banish Speed K Stands Out

The Banish Speed K isn’t just about performance; it’s also super compact. We’re talking about a suppressor that’s only four inches long. Its short stature, combined with a customizable hub system for different mounts, makes it incredibly versatile and unlikely to alter the balance of your rifle significantly.

Hands-On Testing on the Horizon

I’m pumped to get some hands-on time with the Banish Speed K up at the range here at CANCON, and you bet I’m looking to get one to test more thoroughly back home. Side-by-side comparisons with other top models are definitely on the docket, and I can’t wait to share those results with you all.

Final Thoughts

It was great catching up with Nick and getting the inside scoop on what Silencer Central is doing to innovate in the suppressor space. For those of you interested in the technical side of shooting, this is stuff you won’t want to miss.

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