Spear LT and Huxwrx Ventum 556 first impressions

[@velocitydreamer]

To add to my other comment, your attention to detail is VERY appreciated. I helps immensely to have someone who speaks to details articulately. Most GunTubers do not go into much detail, and tend to not focus on the small things, which makes a difference! Thank you.

[@osprey-agency]

I really appreciate the feedback, I don’t know if you’re aware of the channels Brass Facts or Hop, but their channels really inspire me. I would like this channel to be a place that people can trust for real world down earth “I’m not an operator” opinions. Which I believe going into detail is what separates some channels from others.

[@evoasus2286]

Thanks for the first impressions, man. I hope the sparking reduces as you use it.

[@osprey-agency]

My understanding is it should after a few hundred rounds. Sincerely thank you for watching and any feedback is welcomed as I’m just getting started and would like the channel to be better!

[@evoasus2286]

@osprey-agency Did you mess with the sound of the suppressor shots in post production? It sounds like the sounds have been drawn out a bit in the clips. Leaving the footage raw would be ideal if you did mess with the sound in post for this video. Just a suggestion, still a great video, man. 👍

[@osprey-agency]

@@evoasus2286 my editor mixed the sound down I’ll have to ask him if he made any changes to it!

[@velocitydreamer]

@@osprey-agency I appreciate this video as it IS rare!! Beautiful rifles! Definitely keep us posted on the sparks, I'm likely going to be getting a Ventum 556, and haven't seen one that's been shot enough to know if it reduces drastically or not. Keep it up! We neeeeed more GunTubers 🙂

[@ElliottDelp]

Don’t stop making videos. Good job on the video!

[@osprey-agency]

Thank you for the encouragement I hope to make a channel that you all enjoy and maybe go full time one day!

[@hannibalbarca2939]

Subbed immediately. I also own the same Zev but in 308! The biggest thing I love is the format, your presentation, etc. I love these types of "classroom" type videos.

[@osprey-agency]

Still working on polishing my approach and editing … and script writing lol but at least it looks like I’m on the right track! Thank you for the feedback!

[@x3dominator28]

Dude you earned a sub from me strictly on the quality of rifles you choose to buy! Right on!

[@osprey-agency]

Thank you! Trying to build a quality channel and my thoughts are of o can talk about what people want from an everyday buyers perspective it will bring value to the viewers!

[@skate7destroy1]

I've built a Spear LT out one almost identical, minus a few small differences. My current build is the Multicam Custom Works version of the Sig Sauer MCX Spear LT 11.5" 5.56mm, with the skeletonized Sig "Kate Moss" folding stock, SC Irregulars Special K pistol grip, Aimpoint CompM5 on a Reptilia 1.93" mount, a Eotech G43 magnifier/Unity Fast mount, SC Irregulars MRC Modular Rail Covers both thin and standard/3.1" & 2.5", SC Irregulars MHS Modular Hand Stop & MBS Modular Barricade Stop, Modlite PLHv2 with a SC Irregulars MPSC Modular Pressure Switch Cover, NGAL, Surefire SOCOM SB2 556 suppressor in FDE. This build immediately followed by Staccato P X-Series, Surefire XVL2 IRC, Aimpoint ACRO P-2 pistol build so the month of April done blew a hole in my wallet. Actually though, my Spear build after the cost of the initial rifle, was almost entirely comprised of orphaned parts that I had going unused at the time. Not having to buy the optics/magnifier or their mounts, all the SC Irregulars parts and accessories that I've been collecting waiting for the perfect 10.5"-11.5" rifle to build out a Spear version of the Noveski/SC Irregulars Chainsaw 10.5" "Slade AR", and the Surefire suppressor which I'd recently certified my eForm 4 along with one for a Surefire Ryder 9 Ti that I'd just purchased in late March for my SP-5, and the NGAL that I transferred from my Sig Sauer MCX Virtus. I'm a 5.56 guy, so when I saw the Spear LT multicam version, I knew that was going to be the rifle to host my SC Irregulars accessories. It's turned better than expected.

[@naenae30k21]

did u experience any barrel shift or flex

[@osprey-agency]

That is a really nice build man, still have a ways to go on mine! Thank you for your comment!

[@caseysmith8831]

Great job! I am excited for the next video.

[@boywonderrr71]

Im guessing your an IT professional or upper/middle management. I commend you on ability to deliver excellent info in a tight precise way. No fluff and love the sideways shoutout to Mike Garand Thumb with the "Tip to butt". Excellent weapon system. I have the MCX upper in 300blk and am waiting for my tax stamp for sbr and cans. While waiting I got a CMMG Dissent pistol in 5.7 and love it. I too want to have an armory but no funds and no place to shoot long rifles locally. Im looking into my own land but jobs hard to find right now.

[@osprey-agency]

Wow do I feel seen! Lol how you were able to discern that from my video is impressive! You are correct my background is in IT and I am upper management 😁. CMMG makes some solid stuff! I’ve never shot anything in 5.7 so I imagine that’s a lot of fun to shoot. The MCX is a great platform for multiple caliber uppers, I recently cut a 300blk barrel from my previous Virtus to work with the Spear LT so it’s a great combo I plan to do a video at some point! As far as a job keep at it man it’s bad all over - but the thing I tell myself when I’m looking for new opportunities is it only takes one person to say yes. just keep going until you get that yes.

[@CoryIsMyName]

@@osprey-agency Talking about "use-cases" gave it away.

[@FluffiestHamster]

The neat thing about 5.56 suppressors is no matter how fancy it gets you’ll never get it quiet enough to ignore the bullet going supersonic a couple feet from your head.

[@RicksyFPS]

PWS just dropped 360 tapered brakes that work great on the MCX, if you wanna get that can just a little closer

[@RickLovesBacon]

Great video!! I'm waiting on both ventums 😆. It's great to see a ventum 556 video.

[@osprey-agency]

Let me tell you if it weren’t for so many things vying for my money I’d be trying to get a 30 caliber Ventum as well I’m that impressed with this suppressor line. Thanks for the comment!

[@charlesbonner3744]

Subbed. Always great to find a local to support. I stumbled across your stuff and really enjoyed it. I can tell you that the HuxWrx Flow I use feels like I get no gas back from my MPX rifles.

[@armstrong2052]

Hell yeah, man, you're my people for sure. I've got a few ARs. I mainly collect bullpups anymore. But I've only recently started assembling again. Figured it's time to do my own pinning and staking. 😅

[@BR3ND00]

Nice collection.

[@osprey-agency]

Thank you! If you’re interested I’m considering making content on some others I’m working on like a SCAR 20s and a 12.5 inch 6.5 Grendel light ish weight l.

[@abelacosta7200]

Sheesh! Nice rifles! Love your SIG! That baby is beautiful. Not a fan of red dot/magnifiers but hey you do what works for you. Then topped off with the Ventum can from huxwrx? Yeah she’s gonna turn heads at the range for sure. Awesome video bro.

[@osprey-agency]

Thank you! My old eyes need that magnification unfortunately lol! I have a few different builds like a Zev 16inch with a PLX. That’s is a really solid rig- I plan to make more videos about this and more! Been toying with a 12.5 inch 6.5 Grendel build I hope to have complete this week!

[@Edgar-zt9hk]

Love the video bro keep it up!!! Great conent, and some sick guns

[@osprey-agency]

Thank you!

[@weixinlin446]

Looking forward towards a long term review.

[@osprey-agency]

I have a 1000 round update in the pipeline it won’t be a long video but I’ve learned some things living with this setup.

[@toxxtalks_sidequests]

Informative, straightforward and nice gear. +1 subscriber 🤙🏽

[@osprey-agency]

Thank you for your comment and subscription! All feedback is welcomed and appreciated!

[@hannibalbarca2939]

Once you shoot out your Zev barrel, I would recommend a hodge 14.5 barrel. Should be a bit lighter.

[@osprey-agency]

Thank you for the advice! I’ve really enjoyed the Zev without the suppressor, but with the VOX it’s just out of balance. I’ll definitely look into that Hodge 14.5 though! Thank you for the comment!

[@frankthetank5013]

Hello from San Antonio! 🤘🏼

[@joshuathomas6275]

Great vid man, thanks!

[@rytacarms]

Hell yeah another Texas brotha running a spear as well 🤙🏽 subbed

[@osprey-agency]

Thank you and that’s right TX all the way! Appreciate your sub!!

[@jklop7841]

Dude, please do a review on the Arisaka lights?? Awesome video!

[@osprey-agency]

Will do, I use them exclusively so I can’t really compare them to say a Surefire because to be honest I refuse to pay almost $500 for a weapon light. But absolutely I’ll be happy to do a quick review!

[@forgottenhistory2562]

Love the vid, thanks for posting!

[@osprey-agency]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@helas9]

I don’t think Energetic armament advertises it, but the vox in my experience is a lower back pressure can. On my rattler I have issues with the gun cycling on subs. Otherwise it’s a great can!

[@railzip]

Keep these videos coming man

[@colemccrary4704]

How sparky is that Ventum?

[@osprey-agency]

Gettin less sparky every range trip, my understanding is it stops around 200-300 rounds?

[@JohnZ556]

​@@osprey-agencyTitanium won't stop sparking, they spark a bit less when Dirty and wore in, but can still be very sparky if you put them on SBR and/or use them above ~550F. TBH I'm not comfortable using a Ti core can on anything more than single shots. Especially on mag fed SBR.

[@osprey-agency]

Ah ok that makes sense, definitely some risks involved. Depending upon how it runs after a while I may move to a traditional k can.

[@ElectricZ0mbie0]

it may be possible that your sig taper cap is not mounted properly

[@redreignss]

I'd like to hear more about what you think of the Sig Virtus and how it compares to the LT

[@velocitydreamer]

I assume so, but have you done more rapid-fire regimens? I primarily ask as that's when the gas really begins to backup. Sorry for all the comments, I need to finish watching before saying anything lmao.

[@osprey-agency]

No apologies necessary you’re doing my engagement a solid so no complaints from me. Yes I was able to get some fairly rapid fire shots that weren’t on camera and the gas was still very much acceptable levels. This weekend I may be able to make it out to the out door range and get some training in with it - I will be shooting more footage!

[@RebaDerChi]

Great video

[@osprey-agency]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the comment

[@jonathanvelez4385]

Great review!

[@osprey-agency]

Thank you!

[@Diego-xg2qd]

Just got a LT. want to put a flow 556 on it but if im correct i need a taper cap for the muzzle i choose right?

[@mtnmist1]

Yes... you'll need the taper adapter. Really annoying from Sig. Proprietary taper behind the threads and 1/2 bottle of rocksett on the proprietary muzzle device.

[@osprey-agency]

Rearden Manufacturing does have a muzzle device that is tapered and does not require a collar so you do have an alternate option if you so choose.

[@ADDAmerican]

@@mtnmist1where donyou get the taper adapter from?

[@mikutrash5050]

Has your rearden gotten stuck? I've had issues between my black nitride muzzle device, and raw heat treat atlas.

[@osprey-agency]

@@mikutrash5050 yes it’s happened a number of times to the point where it’s dislodged my poorly rocksett hub.

[@mikutrash5050]

@osprey-agency same, it's happened so many times at this point, that I'm having to figure out how to remove the buildup of rock set from the hub and can threads. I brought this problem up on reddit, and got a bunch of hate for it.

[@osprey-agency]

@@mikutrash5050 I can’t speak to the frequency but from my understanding the locking collar is doing its job a bit too well lol there are remedies but I’d have to go back and look them up it’s been a while sense I read it.

[@mikutrash5050]

@osprey-agency I'm pretty sure rock set is sodium silicate, and that should be devolved with a dilute solution of sodium hydroxide. From what I've looked up, a 15% solution or less could work, and would be safe for 17-4 stainless. I just have to try it out, I'm gonna do it on the atlas first so as not to accidentally melt the threads off my can

[@dakotasimon3445]

What did you have to do to use the rearden muzzle device on the Sig taper?

[@DanielFarrell]

Wow, quality review and very interesting kit. Thank you! /subs

[@jklop7841]

Could you do a review of your Arisaka lights? Thank you!

[@vmpgsc]

Nice vid. Yeah, the transition from building cool rifles to actually having to use them on the clock is eye-opening. "Nice to have" capabilities get sidelined and you quickly focus down on what you really need for 99% of your shooting. And weight - weight gets a much bigger vote after wobble-zoning your way through a half hour of offhand shooting. :)

[@Maniac742]

I'm kinda over new 556 guns at this point. I have a 556 rifle I'm happy with, and I will probably never replace it. There might be a recoil impulse or even an accuracy difference between certain guns, but for most people, a rifle is a rifle is a rifle. Until the firearms industry works out the next big leap in small arms tech, I'm not really all that excited about buying another long gun.

[@3ENGDRVER]

How did you get the sig muzzle device off?

[@Dahv99]

stick the muzzle in boiling water to dissolve the rocksett, then wrench it off

[@osprey-agency]

Actually I hit it with the heat gun for a good while until it got to somewhere around 200-210 degrees F then put a 19mm socket on it came right off.

[@osprey-agency]

@@Dahv99 I read that worked for some, in my case it didn’t work for me.

[@OneLowPony]

Great video man! I own a spear lt in the 16 inch variation. I really want to get a .300 blackout upper for it and run my suppressor with it. I do have a radian model one and chambered in .300 blackout, so I’m not sure if dropping the money would be worth it to just have on the MCX platform. Very informative video and great looking rifles you have there!

[@osprey-agency]

Thank you for the feedback and appreciate the view and comment! So really what I’ve come to learn generally speaking is the mission should drive the build. I unfortunately learned that a little late lol. Short story long I bought the Virtus a year or so ago in 556 and then bought a 16inch 300BLK barrel for it, I recently bought the LT Spear and found out the virtus barrels are backwards compatible- so I got the 300BLK barrel cut for the spear that’s already an SBR and kept the 16 inch 556 for the Virtus. If I had it to do all over again I would’ve just had 1 upper with a 556 16 inch barrel and a 10.5 inch 300BLK barrel. Just my cheap 2 cents!

[@curbside01]

Were you able to use the sig spear muzzle device that came with the gun with your ventum

[@osprey-agency]

I ultimately didn’t want to commit to an sig suppressor system, as the vast majority of long guns are setup for Rearden Manufacturing devices.

[@alfredogutierrez6292]

What scope and mag offer are.ypu using?

[@austinplatt8011]

Hey brother on your 300 blackout virtus can you please tell me what stock that is please, I would appreciate it

[@osprey-agency]

Sure the it’s just a Grey CTR with a slightly thicker but pad. magpul.com/ctr-carbine-stock-mil-spec.html magpul.com/enhancedrubberbutt-pad-0-70.html

[@austinplatt8011]

Yes so being a MCX owner you know that the platform does not have a buffer tube, instead it uses the 1913 pic rail on the rear. With that being said the CTR usually goes on the traditional buffer tube and not the skinner more square attachment for the MCX adjustment stocks. Is there a piece of info that I'm missing that allows you to use regular stocks on the platform while still using the MCX stock rod, or am I mistaken and you have always been able to put regular stocks on that rod, or is it a special adaptation or specific CTR model of stock I need to buy.

[@osprey-agency]

@@austinplatt8011 Ah ok I was confused -I think your original question is under its own comment elsewhere. Regardless, that’s easy get one of these : www.sigsauer.com/sig-sauer-stock-adapter-low-profile-tube-1913-interface-folding-knuckle.html The Virtus came with that folding apparatus I didn’t buy that aftermarket.

[@osprey-agency]

Found your original comment here! This is what you’re looking for: www.sigsauer.com/sig-sauer-stock-adapter-low-profile-tube-1913-interface-folding-knuckle.html The Virtus came with that folding apparatus I didn’t buy that aftermarket

[@austinplatt8011]

​@@osprey-agencyperfect that is exactly what I am looking for, thank you so much brother.

[@peterschmidt2849]

❤️‍🔥🇺🇸

[@osprey-agency]

USA USA!

[@chillwill0330]

How difficult was it to install the Huxwrx on the Spear LT?

[@osprey-agency]

@@chillwill0330 not difficult at all, heat gun on the original muzzle device to remove the rocksett, I bought the wrong muzzle device but made it work with a Sig collar to provide a shoulder for the muzzle break.

[@chillwill0330]

What muzzle device and adapter are you running on your supressor?

[@osprey-agency]

@@chillwill0330 Rearden for both, Atlas for the adapter and RPB for the muzzle brake.

[@chillwill0330]

@ thanks. I am building my Spear LT 11.5 SBR now. Think I’m going to go with the Q cherry bomb and Plan B combo. Gonna run HUXWRX Ventum 762. On 5.56

[@osprey-agency]

@@chillwill0330 if you ever intend to run that with no suppressor you may want to consider other options as the cherry bomb is designed specifically for their family of suppressors, and with no can they are insanely obtrusive to shoot. I have a 762 Ventum I’ve shot on this as well great can you should be happy either way.

[@chillwill0330]

@ thanks for the info

[@chillwill0330]

@ I may just run the QD hub from HUXRX and their 5.56 muzzle device

[@Cgonz1982]

If they had made a ventum 556 K I probably would have jumped on it, I run a 12.5, and I don't really want a 6+ inch suppressor hanging off my gun.

[@christiandavis5840]

lol the atf looking over the fence.

[@osprey-agency]

They always in somebody business

[@jboucaud1221]

Bro the picture of the agent looking over the fence got me 😂😂😂

[@ElectricZ0mbie0]

i think maybe your muzzle device might not be installed correctly that may be why your can was non concentric to the bore

[@osprey-agency]

You are correct! I went ahead and redid it with better shims she’s concentric and running like a champ!

[@patriotgunner]

Of course you didnt have to change the gas settings on the guns, because you were using a flow thru suppressor thats doesnt have a bunch of back pressure over driving the guns..

[@killacamfoo]

What can cover is that?

[@osprey-agency]

Mechanix wear but I modified it slightly a.co/d/goKaDyd

[@killacamfoo]

@@osprey-agency no issues hopefully. I would suggest Liberty covers but they are pricey

[@osprey-agency]

@@killacamfoo you know, the irony is so far it’s out performed a higher priced cover I made a video about in my channel.. I suppose I either need to stay with these cheapo’s that run well or pay literally 10X what I paid for these for decent ones. I’ll check out liberty though haven’t heard of those yet! Thank you for the recommendation!

[@reezin14]

SUBBED...💪

[@2A-J.MAY08]

When u said subscribe in the video the subscribe button did this color animation wth

[@patriotgunner]

AFT ??

[@boywonderrr71]

btw subbed.

[@jrowinski82]

Why would you want a suppressor that sparks as much as that? Much better options out there than that can. Loud AF also. My Sandman K with the 556 endcap has much better flash mitigation and is quieter than that can.

[@osprey-agency]

Lots of suppressors have lots of different use cases, low back pressure is a high priority for me as I use it on multiple hosts and it mitigates gas well. Sparking isn’t an issue as it doesn’t do that long term and has no impact for me. I have multiple cans that are good for various hosts this is just one. I’m glad yours works for your particular setup though, just keep in mind it’s like saying “why not buy a truck, my Ford Raptor is awesome for me.” I’m sure it is- but my needs are specific to a sports car application needs.

[@jrowinski82]

@@osprey-agency There is no use for a suppressor that sparks like that, and it won't go away with time. I have 5 suppressors including low back pressure ones that don't spark like that, or else I wouldn't buy them.

[@osprey-agency]

Well according to people who actually own and use these in a regular basis they have had a different experience, but you clearly have a wealth of knowledge and are an expert beyond my capabilities, Thanks for sharing! www.reddit.com/r/NFA/s/1fRchwm0rO

[@rccaraddict294]

It stops sparking after about 100 rounds.

[@Calcapwn300]

@@jrowinski82 hux says ~200 rounds for break in then sparking is gone. Sorry your knowledge is lacking for this

[@billydanzz]

Nice. Keep bringin' it. Like/Subscribe buttons hit.

[@boywonderrr71]

I had to upvote for video cuz IM a SIMP FOR SIG & HUXWRX. I then downvoted as I am still waiting for my cans as its been 1.5 yrs so far.

[@caliber454]

There’s no Ventum 5.56, only a 7.62/30 caliber. You’re just shooting it on a 5.56, with a 5.56 end cap perhaps?

[@Skagzilla5643]

It was announced at Shot Show, and some dealers are already selling it

[@caliber454]

@@Skagzilla5643 I hear you, but I didn’t see one announced at SHOT, the 7.62 was the only one announced.

[@cornfedchris1]

@@caliber454yeah they announced at shot show, you can see them on Silencer Shop now. Same exact specs compared to the 7.62 version

[@osprey-agency]

No it’s definitely a 556 it’s not a 30 cal tube and 556 body huxwrx.com/ventum-556

[@aaronfreedland5734]

Don’t leave live rounds in your mag even if you made sure the chamber is clear🤦🏽‍♂️🤦🏽‍♂️🤦🏽‍♂️🤦🏽‍♂️🤦🏽‍♂️ That is not “cleared and safe”

[@osprey-agency]

Makes sense thank you for the feedback!

[@austinplatt8011]

Ok next question, how did you get it on the MCX?

[@osprey-agency]

@@austinplatt8011 Glad to help but when you “say get it on the MCX”, can you help me out with what “it” you’re referring to? I may need a little more context.