Rugged Suppressors Obsidian 45

[@EBMJ]

No exaggerating, but this is the BEST suppressor review on youtube PERIOD! Does all calibers, shows him shooting with and without ear protection, no music and no commentary during shooting. No fluff talk in between. Quick transitions to give the viewer the most holistic experience so they can make a good judgement. please keep them coming! Bravo!

[@nfareview]

At least somebody noticed! Thanks for watching!

[@chadmccormick1412]

I love this channel! You have award winning content and the knowledge you bring to all of us is priceless! In other news, my form 4 was just approved and waiting on my FDE Obsidian 45 now! Super excited!!!

[@richardmann4006]

I love that Rugged is getting such good feedback. They’re made in my very small hometown and I definitely have a sense of hometown pride.

[@sickvendetta9]

Well count another person who's happy to say I've purchased one from your town and can't wait to get it!

[@chadmccormick1412]

I am about to start the process myself of getting a Rugged can too! I also live in SC. Palmetto State pride!!!!

[@tobiasfunke3357]

The best .45 suppresor ever made.

[@chadmccormick1412]

Update: My Form 4 was approved last week and now waiting on CLEO notification! Very pumped! FDE Obsidian 45!

[@franciscopedroalvesjuniorj1616]

Boa noite meu amigo como faço para adquirir un dedtes

[@dustinduncan1730]

I just received my stamp and picked up my Obsidian 45 last weekend. It works perfectly. I used it on my Scorpion EVO3 pistol with Rugged’s fixed barrel spacer and the 9mm end cap. My neighbor thought I was shooting a pellet gun. That right there tells you how well it works. The suppression with subsonic ammunition is just simply amazing. Now, for Rugged’s customer service. They are also amazing. I had seen that on other reviews, which is part of the reason why I went with the Obsidian 45. My first time using it, a bullet barely struck the 9mm end cap. It did not damage the baffles or the tube. I believe it was my fault, as the cap that tightens the piston into the suppressor was not completely tightened down. I discovered that it stuck a little on the piston, so although I thought it was tightened, it had a little to go. That slight play resulted in the bullet striking the end cap. After contacting Rugged, they sent me a new end cap, spring, and piston cap (the one that was sticking on the piston) free of charge within two days. Bottom line, their customer service is amazing and they stand behind their products. 5 stars all of the way around. For the product and the quality.

[@dustinduncan1730]

Yeah, I don’t use the 9mm end cap anymore. Every one I have tried has had strikes…

[@kassenz]

thanks for including 45, 9mm, and 22 pistol and rifle in this video. Really helps get an idea how it sounds across all the typical platforms. After 5 months I just picked up AAC TiRant, but these new products from Rugged, Sig, and DA would have made it a difficult choice a few months ago. Hopefully more mount options in future for these new Cans

[@ArmedTheAsians]

Rugged by far has one of the best customer service. Own a obsidian 45 and got an end cap strike on my last visit to the range and they sent me a replacement within a few days. Just for that I ended up getting the 556 and 762/30cal cans from them. Would love to see what they brings to the world in the future!

[@catman4x466]

I’m so glad to hear this as I’m watching a really old video , that you had an awesome experience with the customer service !! That alone I’m going to purchase this suppressor.

[@ArmedTheAsians]

@@catman4x466 you won’t be disappointed!

[@michaelcrafton9821]

Just watched this 6 year old video and this can is rated number 1 on some lists, extraordinary! Great video and thanks for making it!

[@snake6221]

CAN confirm. Still rated quietest 45 supp. Came here to see if he could give me some pointers on taking it apart. Very stiff before first use. Can't get some of the baffles apart. Operator manual says use hex key but the thought of marring something I waited waaaay too long to take home, has me hesitant...and he didn't break it apart on camera...probably because he struggled too. Edit: I used the end of a hard plastic kitchen stirring spoon and a rubber mallet for the really difficult ones.

[@JW-wi1nf]

Excellent review!!! This review stands out for the range tests in 45 ACP, 9 mm and 22 LR in both short & long configurations including dry and wet. Well done!

[@juanvaldez5165]

Just got done viewing your video demonstration and am so excited. Going to look into what Legal steps I need to do to be able to buy some for my pistols and rifles.

[@devitomichael]

This is probably the nicest looking (and sounding) suppressor that I've seen, I kind of wish that I bought this over my Octane 45HD ...it's just beautiful

[@SourPatchPuss]

Michael Devito This thing does look amaaazing but I think the Octane 45 is still the best pistol suppressor around!

[@FirearmEnthusiast]

@@SourPatchPuss The Obsidian .45 is quieter as well as modular.

[@darrincashel6285]

FYI!! The coating on the production models have changed. All of the production Obsidians have a Cerakote piston housing and the main tube and module body are hard coat anodized. I emailed Rugged and that is the response I got.

[@PittsburghFan4Life13]

can you do a video of this one using it on a Glock 20?? this is the one I'm really looking at getting for the 10mm.. would like to see how she does with her.. keep up the good work!!

[@larry1754]

Thank you for this review, I have a CZ P-09 Duty suppressor-ready coming in this week, and your video helped me a lot in understanding this suppressor. I will order it, and now that I have a much better understanding of it, can't wait to get it!!!

[@WalterRitchey]

It's so wild. The videos of this thing sound incredible. I bought one and finally got it last week. I took it out with my HK Mark 23 shooting S&B 230gr fmj, full configuration dry. It was not all that quiet. It was mostly hearing safe. At least for a magazine. After two mags, one ear could tell. But it had a little bit of a crack and pop with each round, which for 45acp, it should be subsonic and very quiet already. I honestly don't notice much of a difference from my Silencer Co Octan 45. I'm wondering if there's something I somehow did wrong.

[@sardonumspa6136]

Rugged Obsidian 45 vs Dead Air Ghost

[@cothran1980]

Great review!! What do you mean by wet and dry? Thanks man

[@richardshippful]

I shot my Staccato P in K config with Win 147 JHP. It was very quiet, and so much nicer to shoot than with my Glocks. It is full in full config, but so much more enjoyable in K, and still VERY effective. I have to admit it is fiddly to reassemble.

[@derekddurbin]

165 grain 9mm through a Staccato P with RMR black threaded DLC barrel steel frame with an Obsidian 9, Erector 9 and TiRant 9 will make you cream in your pants brother

[@class3nfadealer666]

Very nice review! I currently have some on order for customers, and definitely will continue to promote these fine cans!!

[@hvyduty1220]

I have this suppressor and love it.

[@darrincashel6285]

My obsidian 45 tax stamp finally arrived!! ATF cashed my check on April 13. Just around 8 months. I can not imagine how long the wait will be for those who submitted a form 4 after 41P.

[@nhojyelbom]

by far the best new modular can i have seen yet, looks great

[@DudeGuyWho]

Great video... would be nice to have decibel meter in corner when shooting.

[@AlmightyyCres]

question. what does wet mean? obviously theres liquid some where in the gun cuz i can see if dripping off his hand. whats the liquid? where is it? and is it common to do it? pros and cons? can you do it with all suppressors?

[@Condition1]

I was really hoping to buy one of these, but ran out of time before the atf rule change. I ended up buying an Octane 45hd, should have it soon.

[@MARC11B]

I have one locked up right now, it's at a local transferee. Should be a couple of months to go.

[@KKurtz215]

Can you show the o-ring placement? It was off camera.

[@darrincashel6285]

Thanks for the review!! I ordered an Obsidian 45 today but it is on backorder. Damn, I hope it is not on backorder a few months!!

[@StryderK]

Just paid off on one! Just waiting to get the paperwork rolling. Sigh, probably October before I can take it home. Buying this over silencerworx one for my FN FNX-45 Tac and will add a 9mm spacer for my M9A3.

[@Kballs]

Bro I got FNX 45 TAC out shooting today for the first time with this suppressor lord it’s quiet!

[@StryderK]

@@Kballs yeah, why I broke for this one over the Silencerco’s one even though it’s $200 more. The modularity and versatility is one, the other one is simply how quiet this is and that’s the biggest reason. .45 is made for a suppressor and so noise is a huge reason why I’m willing to pay $200 more for this one!

[@chltmdwp]

I got mine approved today for my fnx 45 Tactical as well. This will be my home defense gun.

[@Kballs]

@@chltmdwp nice bro that thing is badass

[@StryderK]

Just got this one home! Two months early…And I’m glad I got this one cause I now also have the FN 510 and the rugged fits that like a glove too. Now to get my 9mm spacer for my M9A3.

[@ashylarry7411]

which would you recommend, Octane 45 or this Obsidian 45?

[@jodelboy]

Compared to a dedicated .22lr can, how's the sound? Is it an increase or just about equal? If equal there would just be the added bulk and weight..

[@josejimenezcaceres5277]

Hi friend, What size silencer would be for my second generation Ruger .243?

[@seanberthiaume8240]

Got a Obsidian .45 mounted on a Glock 21.Like it a lot.

[@derekddurbin]

I’m still looking for a .45 silencer I have the rugged obsidian 9 on efile with an Erector 9 as well but what would be the quietest can on a 1911, HK45C and MK23 rugged obsidian 45? I know it’s an older video but I’m still rocking my TiRant 9 & 45 so it must be quieter than those or have a better tone which the Tirant was hard to beat for years and a lot of people still can’t do it. This is a sincere question so no sarcasm please and thanks in advance to anyone who will help

[@blaneahm9891]

I am absolutely new to suppressors. Watching this video, it means that buying one 45 caliber obsidian suppressor would also be good enough for all my other calibers (10mm, 9mm, and 22lr)?

[@chadswan2]

I love that it's modular and not just a one trick pony!

[@johnlegg6837]

Do all the little openings on the baffles have to be exactly facing the same way when putting the top and bottom back together?

[@cqc2238]

What .22 LR ammo are you using in the ruger 10/22? Sounds quiet and is cycling the gun well.

[@groundpounderz]

another great can from those guys! great video as always !!

[@keenanwalker6597]

Wow that full size is a hefty suppressor bigger than even my hybrid

[@mrcbrrr7484]

I was looking into this can and stumbled upon a Reddit thread about o-rings getting torn up from simply putting on and taking it off. Now I don’t have any experience with cans but that sounds a little odd . Is that a thing? Do you have to replace an o-ring inside the piston every time you thread it on and off?

[@iceblock3]

Good review !

[@K-bob_45]

What is your preferred 45 ammo for shooting suppressed? I recently got my octane 45 and it has a lot of blowback with 45 and virtually none with 9mm. My cases with 9mm are super clean though so I'm thinking it's just bad ammo selection in the 45 ammo

[@emburgess7186]

Do you think the cans that come apart to clean are any better than the contained units? talk is they last longer but the old units I've seen keep on trucking with little maintenance in fact self cleaning for the most part?

[@AJ-ij4cq]

I like the obsidian 45 so much I bought 2 of them.

[@MrGunman11]

Do you know if the piston from the Obsidian will fit into the Octane?

[@noahmiller4953]

Does it not matter if the baffles in the extension aren’t lined up with the ready of the can since you can’t lock them in together other than simply screwing it back on?

[@coreybridges3187]

I'm having problems figuring out which baffles go where, on one of the baffles it says number 1. I can't figure out if I have the correct baffles in the long configuration mode.

[@hilteradalbertoervilhadeso6243]

Top esse supressor. Vende e entregam aqui no Brasil?

[@cody8992]

What are your thoughts about this compared to the Octane 45 HD.

[@davelogan77]

Something must be wrong with mine - cuz it's realllllly loud...

[@shawnbarseghian2437]

Hello, i have an HKvp9 and just got the threaded barrel for it, which is a m13.5 x 1LH. i also just ordered this same suppressor for it, the guy said i have to change out the piston, i found a m13.5 x 1lh piston online for 70 bucks. is that all i need to make this suppressor fit? just the piston.. thank you

[@Offtargetshow]

Very impressive!

[@jboehm9]

What did you use as an ablative and in what quantity? It looked rather messy.

[@beaglewso]

so if you could only have one, would it be this or the Ghost M?

[@dangeroso121]

I'm assuming the keyholes from the long section don't need to align with the keyholes from the shorter section? If they do, I can't figure out how to do it.

[@elbrujolosabetodo]

The instructions say that they have to be aligned for best performance

[@danfromthesouth5352]

What’s the difference between “wet” and “dry”? I just thought it was about the humidity, but it looks like you’re shooting on the same day for all shots.

[@Andrew-ps6xe]

Shooting "wet" means there is some liquid inside the can. Wire pulling gel and water are both common. With water, you usually dunk the can and give it a good shake or two. You don't want it full, just sodden. Some of the muzzle blast goes into atomizing and evaporating the fluids, making the shots quieter. It wears out after a few shots, but it's easy to reapply and keep going.

[@jcipriani88]

Do you think you will have any issues cleaning suppressor after shooting .22lr?

[@KUGTI22]

Thanks for the good review!

[@BenChauPhotos]

Damn, now i need to decide between this can and the Dead Air Ghost-M

[@RKelley187]

+Ben Chau I'm suffering from the same dilemma but I have cash in hand and can get the Obsidian now.

[@MrGunman11]

+R Kelley Wait for the Ghost-M my child lol, that way you can compare both. Trust me, I got the Octane 45 HD last June (love it) and now I'm seeing the new offerings from Rugged and Dead Air.

[@kassenz]

I feel kinda dumb buying the AAC TiRant 45 now... I shoulda waited? maybe just save up and buy all three! haha

[@BenChauPhotos]

+Kris Kassens I almost snagged a Ti-Rant 45M in mid 2015 but i couldn't convince myself to buy a AAC product since hearing about the company is being run into the ground by Freedom Group (which is ruining Remington).

[@kassenz]

I agree. I heard AAC changed ownership, so a lot of the talent behind AAC has left. Not sure what kind of availability or quality mounts and accessories will have in the future. Both Dead Air and Rugged are new companies but years of experience in the business before SilencerCo changed management. These Cans make it hard to consider other companies YHM or Thompson machine for a 45 Can. Check out the Liberty Cosmic...223/556 or 45acp! Same with the SiCo Hybrid too pistol or rifle Can

[@bavariasuhl]

BTW the little thing at the end of the video with the animated shells flying out the gun, them primers aint hit :)

[@YzBlue777]

bavariasuhl haha

[@stephaniesantelmann2023]

Rugged rules! I’m Buying Rugged as my first silencer. I’ll probably buy the Rugged Obsidian 9 version though. It’s shorter, and lighter! Remember. Over the ear headphones for suppressed videos. Or you really waste the whole experience! It sounds like he’s shooting it beside me!

[@1985Jleezy]

Awesome video, wonder what kind of ammo was used for the 9mm. I tried this with my cz scorpion w 115 9mm with the full size can and it was pretty loud still

[@markrobison2549]

If you rly want it to be quite you will want to use 147 grain and up which is subsonic which will be wicked quite .

[@russellmorash3816]

Hush ammo is supposed to be designed for suppressors extremely fast burning powder makes it very fast and clean burning sound quality I can't comment on my obsidian is still in atf jail but I'm definitely going to get a box of hush 45acp and 9mm if mine comes through alright I think I'll make it my dedicated suppression ammo clean quiet and the price was comparable to other decent ammo we shall see

[@tengu190]

Will you be reviewing the Gemtech One?

[@TMS5100]

looks very similar to the octane 45. anti-seize compound is better than oil on the threads.

[@binyamj]

+ms3bani I tried anti-seize and it caused seizing. I put oil on the threads and it was very easy to take apart.

[@shanek6582]

Could they offer the extension in 9mm diameter?

[@GriffXJ]

Does the end module need to have the baffles lined up with the rest of the tube's baffles? Or can you just throw it on as you did in the video?

[@archery_bum]

my instructions from the manufacturer says they do for optimal performance but im assuming it doesnt much matter..

[@neilstewart9236]

I just ordered a ti-rant 45 M:) How do you think they would compare?

[@capsfan0088]

I want to know the exact same thing. I just finally got my Tirant 45 and it is fucking awesome. Im dying to know what they sound like compared to each other.

[@kassenz]

I have a TiRant too. The TiRant has a piston that is 2x the size and weight. And, the baffles are not all coated, some are bare T6-6061 aluminum, and only one is stainless steel. The Obsidian M, and Dead Air Ghost M are similar to TiRant, but improved. The real shocker is the new Sig 45 can. Low price, comes with two pistons, and more compact design. Not modular though.

[@joeypetrosky9821]

What get this showing in video or looking at omega 45k to banish 45 to this one 40sw to 45 acp to 6.5 creedmoor any advice thanks video great and helpful

[@jake88usmc]

if i have the 3 lug adapter setup will the suppressor still tilt. I bought this suppressor mainly for my cz scorpion which is a fixed barrel and i am not sure if the 3 lug adaptor still allows for tilt. I dont want to damage my can the first time i go shooting with it!

[@TheJakester217]

Which is better, this or the Dead Air Ghost?

[@Neloth]

Have you shot it with .300 Blackout?

[@chrisanderson7244]

Does the RMR get dirty when shooting suppressed?

[@iceblock3]

Didn’t know you could shoot 22 through it too for some reason

[@joshbrown1381]

I do with my Obsidian 9. It sucks to clean it, but it’s incredibly quiet. I have a Dead Air Odessa 9 coming that i’ll probably use mostly as a 22lr can. I’ve always thought that 22lr cans were the quietest.

[@matthewnorris8732]

9mm had you grinning the whole time..lol

[@Stevexnycautomotive]

The suppressor need cooling fin on its exterior to keep cool or the barrel of the tool will become destort causing the tool to jam or backfire. Know your game, don't buy a death wish.

[@osamahal-tuma2945]

wow. simply wow

[@tarjas]

After watching your video 10 times along with TWANGnBANG I have one on the way... stamp #8, dang this is getting expensive...

[@nfareview]

+tarjas Nice! Glad we could help!

[@roguepilot6945]

I would love to see the Obsidian compared to Silencerco's Osprey 45

[@nfareview]

Obsidian wins. I own both.

[@audiblemobile]

Maybe I just missed it but is that 9mm hush 165 gr?

[@KalashKrusador]

Will this work with a 10mm?

[@mohammadfazil3852]

I love it its advance Technology

[@johnboy3089]

n00b question. isn't shooting rimfire bad on suppressors like this? I guess since you can easily clean it, it's not a big deal?

[@nfareview]

+JohnBoy It's user serviceable so no biggie. I was the first person to ever shoot 22lr through the Obsidian. I thought that's cool lol.

[@johnboy3089]

+NFA Review Channel cool. Thanks for answering my question. I just ordered this bad boy last night. I was planning on getting a dedicated rimfire can but if that doesn't happen before the new ATF rules kick in, I might be ok with throwing the obsidian on my 10/22.

[@jcipriani88]

What piston did you use to shoot on the .22lr?

[@scunier385]

What does dry be wet mean?

[@g2em3]

What makes it "wet"? Not up on Suppressor Jargon.

[@CaptStix]

+Ed Manning III you can put a small amount of water in the suppressor. usually a couple tablespoons worth

[@g2em3]

I got it now, thanks CaptStix.

[@franka7691]

+Ed Manning III Wet is quieter because an ablative media such as water, pulling gel, or oil is inserted in the suppressor, absorbing heat, and thereby reducing flash and sound.

[@15boolah]

I think you might've convinced me on this Product! Now, I do have a question. I am looking at this suppressor for an Gen 3 Glock 17. Does anybody have any recommendations on threaded barrels? I have been looking at KKM, but I want some other opinions as well...

[@machinesandthings7121]

Look on brownells.com they have a good selection. The silencerco barrels are nice.

[@chltmdwp]

How is 9mm quieter than 45 acp?

[@magnum15917]

Fairly new to this new toy what is a different between dry and wet?

[@ainusa1534]

+mario serna wet is when you put a few ml of water in the can.

[@franka7691]

+mario serna Wet is quieter because an ablative media such as water, pulling gel, or oil is inserted in the suppressor, absorbing heat, and thereby reducing flash and sound.

[@kassenz]

"wet" prevents the oxygen inside the Can from igniting. More suppression for the first few rounds, and prevents the louder "First round Pop" noise

[@capsfan0088]

I can't find this thing in stock anywhere damnit!

[@cjmj26]

This is my next suppressor, and will be my first pistol can...When you say you're running it "wet", you literally just put it in water? I've never done that with any of my other (rifle) cans...Thanks!

[@machinesandthings7121]

Cable pulling gel

[@KnifeCursed]

Being that I have a Dead Air Sandman S in jail, I want to keep the modular pistol can in the Dead Air family so to speak. That said, this Rugged Obsidian sounds great on the video. If you wouldn't mind, I have a few questions. Which sounded better to your ear? Ghost long, wet, wiped, or Obsidian long, wet? Which sounds better on a 9mm AR SBR? Do both come apart easy when fouled? Thanks for all of the awesome reviews.

[@garnerneil80]

I'm in the same position you are in. I have a Sandman s locked up myself and was thinking of getting the ghost also. Now I think this might be the one! Gotta put in some extra hours now!

[@madakee1054]

Were those 9mm subs?

[@korbyn49]

Different end caps available?

[@markrobison2549]

They have 9mm as well shown on their website

[@RKelley187]

What do you think about the tone?

[@nfareview]

+R Kelley low and pleasing. A joy to shoot with 9mm. And 45 as well.

[@channelikki5413]

NFA Review Channel 9

[@morrokbyo]

What exactly is done to the suppressor to make it "wet"?

[@joshbrown1381]

Either a very small amount of liquid or gel can be added to absorb sound. (DB Foam)is one product. Many use a gel product called wire pulling gel or ablative gel.

[@Yesterdayslunch90]

Would it be possible to shoot 300blk or 308 subsonic through this can?

[@scotts148]

Hudson McCall I realize this is from 3 years ago but for anyone else reading, it is rated for subsonic 300 Blackout. I believe minimum barrel length is 7.5" or 8.5". I think 308 might be too much for it.

[@lucascorreadl]

Short size wet have about the same sound as full size dry, or thats just me?

[@AnNguyen-ii9pm]

What is dry and wet here mean?

[@ke9938]

Takedown sounds like snaps of the finger.

[@parkerazz4385]

I wana see a review that includes the time it took to get the ATF stamp.. Like a time laps.

[@joshbrown1381]

It’s like Russian Roulette. I like to buy and forget but that get harder after the first can is in your hands.

[@joshbrown1381]

If you’re finding it hard to pull the trigger on one, I think it’s x10 the fun. I told myself I’d just get a pistol can and a rifle can. Now I’m waiting on my 2nd rifle and my 2nd pistol can. It’s addictive. You will ask yourself why did I wait so long?

[@parkerazz4385]

@@joshbrown1381 Paperwork was submitted 1/24/21 My can is waiting in limbo Mystic X

[@joshbrown1381]

@@parkerazz4385 nice. Another whisper pickle gets a forever home.

[@joshbrown1381]

First one was 219days from check cashed. Second was 435 days.

[@richardshippful]

Rugged recommends white lithium grease

[@cliffh4378]

Does it come with a piston?