suppressors

[thoma018]

I'm looking for information from personal experiences with suppressors on 375 H&H. Perhaps you have bought and tried a particular model and or models. I would be interested in what is the weight of the rifle and scope before adding suppressor, what make/model of the suppressor; the "noise" (decibel) reduction you think you are getting and also, most importantly, what is your perceived recoil reduction. I have read thru several threads here on suppressors and see a lot of discussion but don't see my specific query.

 

[skydiver386]

I have several suppressors, and have fired some larger guns with the Banish 46, which is for the .458 bores and smaller.

Not sure of the weight of the rifle, probably over 10.5 all up in the .458 Win I shot, but in the big bores the recoil reduction is significant. The sensation is very strange and feels like a long slow push . The feel in smaller higher velocity calibers is a quick snap, but the large bores everything seems to happen in slow motion and a suppressor exaggerates this feeling. The 375 H&H should be similar, but slightly less.

Not sure of any numbers, but my brain tells me 20-25% recoil reduction, but a little longer dwell time or push time.

With wider field of view low magnification scopes, you are going to see a big bore suppressor in your field of view. No getting around the fact that they are a good bit larger than a 30 caliber can. Whether your irons would clear a large diameter can might be an issue.

Another issue with big bore suppressors is the amount of powder burned. A normal 308 Winchester burns about 45 grains of powder, while the bigger bores often go over 120 grains, or 3X as much. Wear on the baffles and cleaning frequency are increased dramatically.

 

[thoma018]

Thanks, this a beginning for the info i am seeking.

 

[jaydoc12]

I have been running a TBAC Magnus S hub with a direct thread mount in my 375 H&H. Rifle and scope weight is 9lbs 3oz. With suppressor it weighs in right at 10lbs. I have a 20 inch barrel and balance of my setup is still pretty good, just in front of the action screw.

I don’t have any decibel numbers, but it is significantly quieter. I always wear ear pro when shooting suppressed but people around me have no problem without any ear pro.

Estimated recoil reduction somewhere around 20-25%. I have a nice video of me shooting it off hand, if I can figure how to load a video.

 

[jbirdwell]

I have been using a SilencerCo Hybrid 46M on my Winchester Model 70 in 375 H&H, a Savage in 375 Ruger and a couple of Henry 45-70's. I have not needed to use it in the longer configuration so I can get away with a lot shorter suppressor. Mine is a direct thread 5/8-24 and all the rifles are the in 7.5-9 lbs. scoped. Shooting off the bench has not been a problem either.

I have both neck and back problems and for years used muzzle brakes on larger calibers but with 8 suppressors, I am slowly getting any brakes removed and just going with the suppressors.

I have not measured the sound levels but I would think they are all in the level that can be used without hearing protection.

 

[Hooknbullet2]

I have a 46M and a TBAC Magnus that I’ve used with my Blaser R8 in 375 H&H.

Perceived recoil reduction is from a 375 to a 30/06.

 

[BryceM]

I used a .375 H&H Sako with a suppressor in Africa. I have no idea what brand it was, but it certainly made it more fun to shoot. In effect more like a Win .300 or maybe .338. The can is pretty big, and I wouldn't probably try it on a DG hunt due to the unwieldiness of it. It was just fine over the sticks though.

 

[Deepfork]

I have a SilencerCo Hybrid 46 DTM. It is not modular like the 46M and is a simple direct thread can. 13.7 oz and 7.4 inches long. I shoot it on a .375 Ruger and a 45/70. All of these rifles are still loud even with a silencer. But the sound is less damaging to the shooter and those around you with the silencer. The combination of reduced sound and recoil tames the overall affect of shooting my magnums immensely.

 

[Sika98k]

I have suppressors on several of my rifles. Getting one isn’t such a big deal here, 22/250,243 and 7x57. The recoil is reduced, the sound is reduced to a reasonable level. However the overall length of your rifle is extended.
I used a Sako 375H&H last year on my buffalo hunt with @GAME 4 AFRICA SAFARIS that had a suppressor. A doddle to shoot.

 

[samson7x]

I’ll have lots of info soon and may start a thread on it. I just purchased a win70 Alaskan in 375 with intentions of chopping the barrel for suppressor. I went with the TBAC magnus-s RR. This version has the brake to further reduce recoil. I also got a custom made flat cap to use while hunting if I want to reduce the overall length. Thought process here is practice with minimal recoil, switch to flat cap for hunting. This assumes no POI shift when swapping caps which I don’t think will be an issue.

I’ll check back in with results of the project.

 

[WI-2021]

I currently use a Rex Silentium MG7 on my .375's. Don't do that. It's a very small suppressor and it's bored for .458, so its effect is fairly minimal, both in terms of recoil and sound reduction. The silver lining is that it only adds about 5" and 12 oz. to the front of the rifle. In my defense, I originally bought it for use on a .44 mag lever gun and decided to try it on the .375's since it's rated for them.

My next suppressor purchase will most likely be a substantially larger volume dedicated .375 suppressor made from titanium. This should greatly increase suppression and reduce recoil somewhat without adding weight as compared to my MG7. Obviously it will add a few inches to the length. I'm currently leaning toward an Ecco Accipiter-Ti, but a TBAC Magnus-S is also a consideration.