What many don’t realize is a “silenced” weapon also requires sub-sonic ammo to be “silent”>>>>>>>>>>>>>
Exactly. Low velocity ammunition causes all sorts of other issues. The recoil ampening springs on the slides or magazine blocks have to be weaker. The gun often runs dirtier.
Also a suppressor collects heat and can melt down quickly.
The accuracy and range are effected by the sub sonic loads.
Supressors are a specialty application item, period. Yet anyone can learn about how to use rhem.
I do not feel that they are for the casual shooter who may not know the various issues involved. Knowledge needs to be transferred along with a suppressor.
For example-
It took me 6 months of trial and advice on how to get a Ruger Mark 1 to cycle correctly using subsonic .22 cal 60gr rounds. Reduced power spring, tons of polishing on the bolt, etc.
Still hear the boom of the powder charge though.... I can’t wait to easily go out and buy, or just build my own “can”.