Testing 10 Different LDCs

[Rallyshark]

Great work Charlie!  If you get around to it, you may want to add an STO Falx to the test list   So far, out of all the LDC's I've messed with, NC and Huma are top of the list for me.  I want to add STO to that "top of the list" claim too, but I haven't tested it enough to give it that claim just yet.  I can say it appears to be very effective though.  Knife, that STO Sarissa may worth a look for some of your guns with the bigger bark, although I'd consider how weight affects things if you have a "sensitive" barrel.  Otherwise, I'd say you'd be quite happy with a Huma as well.
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Donny---I was pleasantly surprised with STO's sound reduction.  Some time ago I decided to roll the dice and try the extremely small/lightweight STO Brevitas.   I've tried it on a plain barrel 30fpe .22 and it just a slight bit louder than the Tanto normally mounted on that particular gun.  Where the Brevitas really shines is when added to a shrouded gun.  I previously ran a Tatsu in addition to the OEM shroud/hair curlers/washers on my 45fpe P15.  I replaced the Tatsu with STO's Brevitas and I can barely tell the difference. 

I would say for any well tuned sub 30fpe >16" barreled application the Brevitas is probably one of the  most (proportionately) effective, considering its weight and size.

The only critical comment I will make about the STO moderators is the relatively soft plastic construction.  For example, the STO was delivered by USPS into a black mailbox on a hot sunny day.  Upon opening the package, the plastic was unnervingly soft, I could squeeze it with my fingers.  After it cooled down it became firm.  it seemed to return to and hold its original shape, but I definitely question its long term durability. 

here is a pic of it on my little P15, it is almost a perfect fit with the OEM shroud.


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The Falx and Sarissa are aluminum, and built very well, so I don't have any worries about their reliability.  That Brevitas is really small and cool.  I think STO made that little dude with the idea of just taking bark away with minimal size and weight.  I've been really impressed with the Falx so far. 

[mrbulk]

Great work Charlie!  If you get around to it, you may want to add an STO Falx to the test list   So far, out of all the LDC's I've messed with, NC and Huma are top of the list for me.  I want to add STO to that "top of the list" claim too, but I haven't tested it enough to give it that claim just yet.
 

Thanks Donny, if you feel the effectiveness of your STO Faix is nearing that of your NC and Huma, then I'm becoming convinced of its quieting capability.

But I got something on order right now (arrives Friday) so I may have to wait a bit before acquiring ever more LDCs. 

[KnifeMaker]

Sadly, I am not able to test the experimental ldc yet. It needs the DonnyFl adapter for my evenex sized tubes and threads. I was cleaning it  and took a break. When I returned to the shop,  some poltergeist hid it! I've looked everywhere!!!  GRRRRRR!!!


Donny, how does one find a place that sells the STO Sarissta?







MIke/Knife

[mrbulk]

Sadly, I am not able to test the experimental ldc yet. It needs the DonnyFl adapter for my evenex sized tubes and threads. I was cleaning it  and took a break. When I returned to the shop,  some poltergeist hid it! I've looked everywhere!!!  GRRRRRR!!!


Donny, how does one find a place that sells the STO Sarissta?







MIke/Knife

Here ya go Knife:

https://www.silentthunderordnance.com/air/sarissa

[KnifeMaker]

thanks Guy! It is truly  interesting to say the least!!! 


Knife-Mike

[steveoh]

Roy Kasten makes some really awesome moderators too.

rapidroy2002 at yahoo.com

[Vee3]

Apart from shushing the report well, I like my Tanto over all others I have. Material, fit and finish are top notch, and it's easy on the eyes.

[Rallyshark]

thanks Guy! It is truly  interesting to say the least!!! 


Knife-Mike

The thing that has stood out most with the STO Falx is the tone it has.  It has a much lower pitch than any other LDC I've heard.  I think that is why I'm having a harder time determining how good it really is.  It definitely works though.

[mrbulk]

thanks Guy! It is truly  interesting to say the least!!! 


Knife-Mike

The thing that has stood out most with the STO Falx is the tone it has.  It has a much lower pitch than any other LDC I've heard.  I think that is why I'm having a harder time determining how good it really is.  It definitely works though.

Donny, mine should be here Saturday (awaiting it with great anticipation) and the NC on Monday or Tuesday. Then another test (this time With pellets) shall be upcoming.

[Dairyboy]

Cool test! I'll be looking forward to the Falx review. That's one I've been very interested in myself. The Humas are very good also. Not the first time I've heard that the Sumo wasn't as quiet as one of the smaller DonnyFLs.

[Nomadic Pirate]

I had a Sumo once and was far from impressed,...it also looked like a can of soup at the end of the barrel LOL

[Fate]

I had a Sumo once and was far from impressed,...it also looked like a can of soup at the end of the barrel LOL

You're so subtle, and suave, LOL.

That's what I think about them, too. Just not cool enough to say it.

[mrbulk]

You're so subtle, and suave, LOL.

That's what I think about them, too. Just not cool enough to say it.

Yes, our own Manny can be so soo-wave and de-boner...just kidding Manny.

[JungleShooter]

I had a Sumo once.... it looked like a can of soup at the end of the barrel LOL

Manny, 😄

I like the look of the Sumo! 👍🏼

But then, again, I admit I also like bottle guns. — Yeah, there's that....

And in the interest of full disclosure — I like synthetic stocks a lot better than wood stocks.


Now, you may start throwing your rotten eggs.

Matthias 😄

[Rallyshark]

Cool test! I'll be looking forward to the Falx review. That's one I've been very interested in myself. The Humas are very good also. Not the first time I've heard that the Sumo wasn't as quiet as one of the smaller DonnyFLs.

I'm anxious to see what kind of db readings Charlie gets out of that Falx myself.  Even though I have one, the tone is so different that I'm having a hard time telling if it louder or quieter on the peak.  Also, I have the "high flow" Falx, and Charlie ordered the "standard" flow version, so it should be interesting for sure.  I had a Sumo, and sold it rather quickly myself.  It just did not work well on my gun.  The build was great, but just a no go for me. 

[mrbulk]

Cool test! I'll be looking forward to the Falx review. That's one I've been very interested in myself. The Humas are very good also. Not the first time I've heard that the Sumo wasn't as quiet as one of the smaller DonnyFLs.

I'm anxious to see what kind of db readings Charlie gets out of that Falx myself.  Even though I have one, the tone is so different that I'm having a hard time telling if it louder or quieter on the peak.  Also, I have the "high flow" Falx, and Charlie ordered the "standard" flow version, so it should be interesting for sure.  I had a Sumo, and sold it rather quickly myself.  It just did not work well on my gun.  The build was great, but just a no go for me.

Yes, and testing *with* pellets this time. 

[Nomadic Pirate]

I had a Sumo once.... it looked like a can of soup at the end of the barrel LOL

Manny, 😄

I like the look of the Sumo! 👍🏼

But then, again, I admit I also like bottle guns. — Yeah, there's that....

And in the interest of full disclosure — I like synthetic stocks a lot better than wood stocks.


Now, you may start throwing your rotten eggs.

Matthias 😄

I guess if you like the looks of a large soup can at the end of your barrel it's fine by me, everybody has different tastes.

when I see a rifle with one of them LDCs it hurts my eyes so many beautiful rifles ruined by a large soup can hunging out front LOL

[mrbulk]

At least they're Black cans of soup usually.

The new bright colored ones or those with the red or blue "accent" bands don't speak to me much.

I wonder if DonnyFL offers a conical endcap? He does for the Tanto, smoothes out the looks on slimmer barrels.

[Rocker1]

 Put some prices on them so the members see what there dollars buy and sizes,  David

[Rallyshark]

Put some prices on them so the members see what there dollars buy and sizes,  David

Mr. David is has posted, you must comply!!  Hahaha, It's about time you make some posts in the LDC thread    I haven't been seeing anything from ya in a while there sir...  It is good to see you posting, and I'm not being funny