First Look: Silencer Central MeatEater By BANISH

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We take a quick look at the new Silencer Central/BANISH MeatEater, a .30-caliber suppressor designed with hunters in mind.

Silencer Central is continuing to expand its BANISH suppressor lineup, but this time it’s with something more hunting-oriented. Called the MeatEater, this .30-caliber suppressor was designed in collaboration with Steven Rinella, host of the popular hunting TV show MeatEater. The goal was to build a suppressor that struck a balance in features that would be ideal for most hunters. Specifically, that means it needed to be light, short and user-serviceable all while decreasing noise and felt recoil.

The BANISH MeatEater handily meets all of these criteria. As for weight, thanks to its full titanium construction it comes in at only 10.3 ounces. As for its size, it’s also relatively compact at 5.85 inches long and 1.73 inches in diameter. And as for cleaning and servicing, the MeatEater’s removable baffle stack makes it easy.

Regarding noise suppression, the MeatEater is rated for up to 300 RUM and reduces sound level by 32 dB on average. The suppressor also features an anchor brake that can be opened or closed, reducing the recoil impulse by 40 or 30 percent, respectively. When closed, you’re trading that extra 10 percent of recoil reduction for about 5 dB of additional sound suppression. For achieving the greatest amount of suppression possible with your setup, the MeatEater also features interchangeable muzzle cap inserts for different calibers. Each can will ship with two muzzle cap inserts, one for .30-caliber and one for 6.5mm, as well as a direct-thread 5/8×24 HUB mount. Since it uses the HUB system, you’ll be able to attach the suppressor to just about anything with the appropriate mount.

Brandon Maddox, CEO of Silencer Central, said this about the new BANISH suppressor:

From the beginning, both Silencer Central and MeatEater had a shared vision for this suppressor … It had to be lightweight, quiet, and reduce recoil – essential features for hunters. Our engineering team worked hand-in-hand with the MeatEater team on every aspect, from design to testing, and even down to the aesthetics, to ensure we delivered the best possible product. The result exceeded every expectation. I’m excited to take it into the field this season, and I know the MeatEater crew is just as eager to use it on their next hunt.

The Silencer Central MeatEater by BANISH is available now and has an MSRP of $1,299.

For more information, visit silencercentral.com.

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