Unless OAL is the biggest concern, the Omega 9k gets pretty crappy db ratings. It is full-auto … It Should Have Been a Defensive Gun Use: Monica Deming Edition, BREAKING: President Obama Calls for Restricting Rights of Americans on Secret “Terrorist Watchlist” Without Any Due Process, http://thetruthaboutguns.com/author/foghorn/, Things That Don’t Suck: AAC Aviator 2 .22LR Suppressor. The suppressor I chose for my MPX is the SilencerCo Omega 9k, which is perhaps the most popular 9mm suppressor on the market today. No tax stamp required. Based on the SilencerCo Omega can for long guns, and the Omega 9K this iteration is a surprisingly user-friendly, ... SilencerCo Omega 36M Reviews. Lol, tubeless cans have been around for a while, and the reason they aren’t popular is because they have some serious drawbacks. The OMEGA 9K will handle 300blk supers. The Omega 36M is a two-piece modular design with a fully welded core, front and rear. Thread Tools: Show Printable Version. The following photo has the standard integral Maxim-9 on top, the incoming non-NFA Maxim pistol with an Omega 9k attached, and finally the same with an Omega 36M on the bottom. I ran it at several different distances from 7 yrds/21ft. I don’t just want just any can — I want the perfect can. Ideally, this glass blow-back issue with the Omega 9k and the MPX wouldn’t be an issue at all. About John B. Holbrook, II John B. Holbrook, II is a freelance writer, photographer, and author of ThruMyLens.org, as well as LuxuryTyme.com and TheSeamasterReferencePage.com. I wouldn’t own one myself. Rick had three years of experience writing for other publications from blogs to a online magazine before joining the AMNB team on August 2014. Full auto rated and usable with pistols, rifles, and submachine guns, the Omega 9K offers extreme durability in an ultra-compact package and is compatible with 9mm and 300BLK. As an owner of several Omegas, I’ve now realized I need an Omega 9K to round out my collection. 9mm Federal Premium HST. Again, this issue isn’t a huge concern for me. MAP. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. That's really the only advantage over the Octane series IMHO. Here are some photos of the final product, with the Omega 9k mounted: I can’t say that I had a great experience going through the NFA process, possibly because of the Class III dealer I chose. There are some people out there that REALLY dig shooting suppressed, and there’s nothing wrong with that. SilencerCo recently introduced a modular suppressor, the Omega 36M. Obsidian 9k. If it really comes in at 124 dB w/ subsonic 9mm, though, then it’s as quiet as 9mm cans come. Most of the shooting I did for this initial test was with my defensive ammunition of choice – 147gr. The Omega is the shortest, lightest, quietest full-auto rated, 300 caliber centerfire rifle suppressor on the market today. This was an important consideration for me not only for cleaning the suppressor but also for instances when I would want to transport my SIG MPX pistol across state lines WITHOUT the suppressor so I don’t have to go through ATF notification hassles. Nickname * Summary * Review * Name. It’s difficult to make a suppressor list without the SilencerCo Omega K rearing its head. After plenty of research and discussing with other NFA guys I know the obsidian is the winner. Until then this looks like a pretty slick option. to 25 yrds/75 ft. and POA/POI remained consistent. In other words, for me the suppressor isn’t a novelty – I have a very specific purpose. The Omega 9K is an ultra short 9mm and 300BLK suppressor and is the best performing 9mm suppressor under 5 inches. The Omega Ks are the smallest, lightest, and quietest silencers in their respective classes. I do like supersonic 300blk capability on the omega, I haven't done it yet, but will put it on a 9" Blk ar this weekend. The Omega™ 9K and Omega 45K are exceptionally versatile suppressors. I have ben going back and forth as well on which can to go with. More details to be released in the next 30 days. Posted by John B. Holbrook, II | Sep 6, 2018 | Featured, Firearms | 0. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Omega 9K length compared to my old YHM Cobra 40 suppressor, which the Omega 9K is replacing: MPX SBR with Safety Harbor Firearms KES stock (extended), Silencerco Omega 9k suppressor, Surefire scout light on a LaRue offset mount and BFG Vickers padded sling: Stock collapsed: Closeup of scout light relative to the end of the suppressor (with the light activated, … The first thing to determine was if the ammo would continue to run reliably with the suppressor, which it did. Its size and weight provide minimal impact on the balance of the host firearm set up, which in turn makes the Omega 9K one of the most maneuverable on our 9mm suppressor list. I’ve got a 300 Blackout barrel for my SIG MCX that really be ideal for making a suppressed platform. Fans of suppressors are fond of saying that suppressors are like Doritos…”you can’t have just one.”  In my case, I’m struggling to justify getting another one – what would I use it for? eSilencer's John Rich provides a SilencerCo Omega 45k review. John B. Holbrook, II is a freelance writer, photographer, and author of ThruMyLens.org, as well as LuxuryTyme.com and TheSeamasterReferencePage.com. Silencerco Omega 9K Suppressor for 9mm and 300 Blackout – SHOT Show 2016. *Allow suppressor to cool completely after use before storing in pouch. The combination of its size, ease of use, rock-solid reliability, and the SilencerCo brand reputation make it an easy choice for a 1st-time suppressor buyer such as myself. Omega Altise Slimline (Portable Air Conditioner): 2.7 out of 5 stars from 3 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au. SilencerCo Omega 9K, Suppressor, 4.70", 9MM, Flat Dark Earth Finish, 7.2oz, Full Auto Rated SU2643 While the Wolfman is slightly quieter on the SP5, as a modular silencer that costs twice as much, it really is in a different category than the R9. From the point of handing in all the paperwork to the dealer, to the point of actually getting the call to come get my suppressor, it took seven months. Thanks to the 3-lug mount I used, it was quick to remove and the Omega 9k is simple to disassemble and clean. SilencerCo Omega 9K, Suppressor, 4.70", 9MM, Flat Dark Earth Finish, 7.2oz, Full Auto Rated SU2643 SilencerCo’s latest offering, the Omega 9K will be available in early 2016. Yeah, if money was not a limiting factor…. The suppressor itself wasn’t too bad, it was fairly easily cleaned. Click on a term to search for related topics. After getting my Omega 9k, I needed to get the flash hider off my MPX barrel, and have the In Lead We Trust HK Style 3-Lug Suppressor adapter installed. Kind of disappointing if you ask me…. The Omega Ks are the smallest, lightest, and quietest silencers in their respective classes. Add to cart. CAPITOL ARMORY'S OPINION. Omega 9k. It is packaged complete with fast attach and detach mounts, a direct thread, and also a replaceable Anchor Brake to reduce felt recoil. In a defensive scenario, I don’t anticipate I’d fire more than 3-5 round controlled busts (at most). As noted above, it ships with a 1/2×28 direct thread mount. The rear core contains Cobalt 6 and Inconel baffles which provides extreme wear resistance under high heat and heavy fire. The Omega 9K, like the full-size Omega from which it draws its name, is an exceptionally versatile suppressor and is the smallest, lightest, and quietest silencer in its class under 5˝ in the world. So far I’ve been focusing on just making things work, but now that I have a can for every caliber I’m starting to be a little more picky. Residing on the tonier end of the market, the Omega 9K is hardly money wasted. At the time I filed, I was hoping for six months or less, so the time certainly added to my frustration. Full auto rated and usable with pistols, rifles, and submachine guns, the Omega K series offers extreme durability in an ultra compact package and is compatible with 9mm as well as subsonic and supersonic 300 BLK. I have a carbine length MPX that I use in Steel Challenge, USPSA, and 3-Gun. © COPYRIGHT 2020, THETRUTHABOUTGUNS.COM. You have entered an incorrect email address! Sig is far from the first company to use a tubeless design, so I wonder who Sig ripped off then. I understand that there are ways to mitigate this issue in the MPX, such as by using a different suppressor, and/or different ammunition. I’m guessing that at longer distances things might shift more dramatically. By weighing only 7.2 ounces, this unit is easy to maneuver on your preferred firearm. Omega Listing: AU$ 1,643 Omega 9k Gold, 1964 - Fully Serviced, Yellow gold; Manual winding; Condition Fair; Year 1964; Location: United Kingdom, Tunbridge Wel In its shortest configuration, the Dead Air Wolfman reminds me of the SilencerCo Omega 9K with the added modularity benefits of a full sized silencer and more. And such a rfile might well be redundant to my MPX. As a novelty I suppose. It's a sealed can (so no lead or 22lr through it). … I personally went with the Octane 45K for a short length pistol/sub gun can. The Omega 9K comes with a piston and adapter for use on browning type actions (pistols) and is compatible with existing SilencerCo Octane pistons, fixed barrel, and 3-lug mounts. Because of my familiarity with the SIG MPX from competition use, it was an easy choice as the foundation platform for this project. Colors are as they appear. Use of any of the information or images without the permission of the author is prohibited. If only they sold those H&K branded B&T cans in the United States. That’s just not me – I don’t have the fanboy-like giddy enthusiasm for suppressors that others do. 9mm: 131.5 dB .300 BLK: 133.7 dB. I think you’re referring to the Delta P Design BREVIS II. Most Firearms ship for FREE: details: Able Ammo. The Omega™ 9K and Omega 45K are exceptionally versatile suppressors. Also, the suppressor is … I know the MK-9K has been available since 2003 and the Omega 9K is a 2016 release, so this is plausible I suppose. So keep this fact in mind as I discuss my experience taking my suppressed MPX to the range to test it out for the first time. I’m not going to “out” this dealer – he’s a nice guy actually that I’ve dealt with for several years. It adds a bit to the overall length but makes it easier to remove the suppressor. Email this Page. But there were two errors during the process which both added time and extra work for me which I think could have been avoided by going through Silencer Shop, which I plan to do if I want another suppressor.