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6/3/2026 9:00:08 PM EDT
What do you think would be the best silencer for the G17.  I want something quiet.

I have 2 Dead Air Wolfman silencers.  One is set up for 300blk, 5.56 and 9mm MPX.  The other is dedicated to tri-lug for my SP5K.  It's a very quiet silencer (airgun quiet on 300blk bolt gun), but it's big and heavy for pistol use.
6/3/2026 10:14:46 PM EDT
[#1]
Obsidian 9.  My $.02.
6/3/2026 10:37:46 PM EDT
[#2]
I went with a CGS 9mm and I couldn't be more happier.
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6/4/2026 7:00:22 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By DOE:
Obsidian 9.  My $.02.
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I am happy with mine. So much so I bought an Obsidian 45 as well.
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6/5/2026 10:31:46 AM EDT
[#4]
I really like my SiCo Spectre 9.
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6/5/2026 9:30:32 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Walker77][Edited] [#5]
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Originally Posted By Dissident:
I really like my SiCo Spectre 9.
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Probably going to be too heavy for what I'm looking for.

In my opinion, if the can is rated for 300 blk then that would put it in a SMG silencer category.

I already have 2 dead air Wolfman silencers that fit that roll very well.  I'm looking for something small and light that is only rated for 9mm pistol.

Thanks for the help guys
6/6/2026 2:15:07 AM EDT
[#6]
I really like my SiCo Octane 9
6/6/2026 6:00:04 AM EDT
[#7]
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Originally Posted By DOE:
Obsidian 9.  My $.02.
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If you want end cap and  baffle strikes and to have to pay to send it in, go ahead.  Ask me how I know.
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6/6/2026 3:28:38 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Walker77:


Probably going to be too heavy for what I'm looking for.

In my opinion, if the can is rated for 300 blk then that would put it in a SMG silencer category.

I already have 2 dead air Wolfman silencers that fit that roll very well.  I'm looking for something small and light that is only rated for 9mm pistol.

Thanks for the help guys
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Spectre 9 is pretty small and lightweight, not sure how much smaller and lighter you’re looking for.

Here’s mine on a SS MR920, same size as a 19

6/6/2026 7:32:45 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By d16man:

If you want end cap and  baffle strikes and to have to pay to send it in, go ahead.  Ask me how I know.
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Originally Posted By d16man:
Originally Posted By DOE:
Obsidian 9.  My $.02.

If you want end cap and  baffle strikes and to have to pay to send it in, go ahead.  Ask me how I know.


What's the full story?
6/7/2026 1:59:47 AM EDT
[Last Edit: DOE][Edited] [#10]
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Originally Posted By d16man:

If you want end cap and  baffle strikes and to have to pay to send it in, go ahead.  Ask me how I know.
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Originally Posted By d16man:
Originally Posted By DOE:
Obsidian 9.  My $.02.

If you want end cap and  baffle strikes and to have to pay to send it in, go ahead.  Ask me how I know.


Guess I’ve been fortunate.  I tighten down and check throughout my shooting session.  Have run in short and long configurations without issue.  
YMMV.  Rugged should take care of you.  As long as you’re not a Richard to them.
6/7/2026 10:53:50 AM EDT
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Is flow through really needed for pistol cans?
6/7/2026 2:39:59 PM EDT
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I don’t think so.  They do what they’re intended.  It will be louder and is not user serviceable in that you can take apart.  You’ll have to buy their or another cleaning solution.
6/7/2026 4:58:22 PM EDT
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Is flow through really needed for pistol cans?
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I'm not buying any more flow through cans.  My huxwrx isn't very quiet. Although it does a good job of throwing the sound down range
6/9/2026 1:27:04 AM EDT
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I think I've decided on the Obsidian 9.
7/5/2026 10:46:24 AM EDT
[Last Edit: MFS1589][Edited] [#15]
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Originally Posted By DOE:


Guess I’ve been fortunate.  I tighten down and check throughout my shooting session.  Have run in short and long configurations without issue.  
YMMV.  Rugged should take care of you.  As long as you’re not a Richard to them.
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Originally Posted By DOE:
Originally Posted By d16man:
Originally Posted By DOE:
Obsidian 9.  My $.02.

If you want end cap and  baffle strikes and to have to pay to send it in, go ahead.  Ask me how I know.


Guess I’ve been fortunate.  I tighten down and check throughout my shooting session.  Have run in short and long configurations without issue.  
YMMV.  Rugged should take care of you.  As long as you’re not a Richard to them.


Same, just crossed 1100 rounds no issues long config only so far, with 9mm end cap .
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7/5/2026 12:43:46 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By MFS1589:


Same, just crossed 1100 rounds no issues long config only so far, with 9mm end cap .
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I have close to 1K through mine, no issues. I have started using 3 wraps of Teflon tape on the threads. It does not come loose.
I've met cats and dogs smarter than Cory and Trevor.
7/5/2026 12:57:56 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Walker77:
I think I've decided on the Obsidian 9.
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Not that you're wrong, but the obsidian 9 is way heavier than the spectre 9.

I just ordered a spectre. It's got a comment about running on full auto glocks, so thats neat.
7/7/2026 2:12:36 PM EDT
[#18]
Ecco TLX.  Only 4.3oz

https://www.eccomachine.net/product/tlx/
7/8/2026 12:05:47 AM EDT
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You can also get the Obsidian in .45 and run it short with the 9mm end cap.  Slightly longer than Obsidian 9mm in short configuration.
7/9/2026 10:05:33 AM EDT
[#20]
Anyone here have experience with Surefire's Ryder 9Ti ? I've been eyeing them recently, might pick one up
7/26/2026 10:32:39 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Walker77:


Probably going to be too heavy for what I'm looking for.

In my opinion, if the can is rated for 300 blk then that would put it in a SMG silencer category.

I already have 2 dead air Wolfman silencers that fit that roll very well.  I'm looking for something small and light that is only rated for 9mm pistol.

Thanks for the help guys
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they don’t get much lighter than the Specter 9. 3.9oz’s is crazy light.

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