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Prologue

SilencerCo’s Omega has been a stalwart in their line up for some time, over a decade actually. The Omega offers a variety of modularity and adaptability, and its continuous manufacture would suggest that the shooting public likes what it has to offer. So today we are taking a look at one of SilencerCo’s most successful models; the SilencerCo Omega 300. It has seen some changes over its lifetime likely, but today we’ll see what makes it tick, and why shooters keep buying it.

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The SilencerCo Omega 300

One could argue the Omega has been the backbone of SilencerCo’s 30 caliber suppressor line. The Omega features a fully welded lightweight core, with a modular hub and muzzle cap. With its iconic anchor brake users can reduce recoil, or swap it out for a traditional muzzle cap. Various Bravo style mounting options allow you mount the suppressor however you see fit. Direct thread options or any of the ratcheting lock style muzzle devices can also be incorporated to the Omega’s breech.

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Whether you use the Omega for a 5.56 full-auto carbine, or for your precision 300 Winchester rifle, there is great compatibility. Generous barrel limitations make the Omega a good choice if you are an SBR enthusiast. When you buy the Omega 300, it comes with a Bravo 5/8-24 threaded hub for direct threading to your muzzle. As well as the tools needed to change out the hub.

Specifications

Caliber Compatibility	.223 REM/5.56 NATO to .300 WM
Accessories	Bravo & ASR
MSRP	$699
Weight	12.6 oz
Length	6.98″
Diameter	1.57″
Materials	Cobalt-6, Inconel, 17 – 4 SS, & Titanium
Muzzle Average	5.56 NATO: 130.1 dB 300 BLK: 119.5 dB 308 WIN: 133.2 dB 300 WM: 140 dB
Ships With	.30 Cal Bravo Anchor Brake, 5/8×24 Bravo Direct Thread Mount, Bravo Basic tool, & (1) Bravo Multi Tool

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I am no stranger to the Omega 300, not only have I used them on various occasions but a good friend of mine has been using one for nearly a decade. It has been along with us on countless trips into the mountains hunting both deer and varmints. And it also been along on hunts in the sage covered plains of Wyoming. My experience shooting this suppressor has been pretty uniform over the years.

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Shooting The SilencerCo Omega 300

A good portion of my shooting with the Omega 300 has been done using the Desert Tech SRS as a host. Various different rifles and calibers that all functioned well with the Omega at the muzzle. Additionally, we’ve used it on various other bolt action rifles chambered in 308 Winchester, 6.5 Creedmoor, and .223 Remington.

The Omega 300 can be used with or without the Anchor Brake installed up front. I found the brake to be effective in reducing recoil felt by the shooter. Even better than some other cans with brakes built into the muzzle.

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For a semi-automatic hosts we’ve shot the Omega using a Desert Tech WLVRN. This multi-caliber rifle would make another great host with its 5.56 and 6ARC barrels. The Omega was easily fitted to either barrel by swapping out the hub from 5/8-24 to 1/2-28. And to add some sport to the outing, I also mounted up the Armasight Contractor 320 thermal scope. Chasing some local coyotes in the dark would be a perfect use for the Omega.

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Sound Suppression

The Omega does a great job of suppressing the report of .30-caliber and smaller rifles. With 308 sized rifles the sound and recoil was modest and very pleasant. Even smaller cartridges like the 6.5 Creedmoor, 6 ARC and .223 Remington were even more mild. I expect with the smaller cartridges I would have preferred to remove the brake from the can. As the recoil was minimal, and the slight disturbance of dirt on the ground was just enough to make it annoying.

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Recoil Reduction

The large anchor brake that comes with the Omega 300 does a great job of reducing recoil. Suppressors in general reduce recoil already, but the added brake seems to help even more. When shooting the Omega 300 alongside an identical rifle outfitted with the SilencerCo Scythe Ti we could all feel the reduced recoil from the Omega.

But because of the modularity of the Omega, you needn’t use the brake if you don’t want to. Replacing it with one of the Bravo muzzle caps removed the brake, and I think makes it a touch quieter too. If you are shooting one of those calibers that doesn’t have heavy recoil in the first place, perhaps the Bravo cap is the way to go.

Modularity

SilencerCo’s Omega was at the beginning of the hub craze. With so many mounting options you can connect it to your host rifle however you wish. Whether it be a direct thread hub, or one of the locking QD brake options. I used it with both SilencerCo’s ASR locking mount, as well as with YHM’s Phantom QD muzzle devices.

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All this can be done using the included tool set that comes with the Omega. It comes with the basic 5/8-24 direct thread mount, so any other options you wish to use would have to be purchased separately.

Value Proposition

With an MSRP around $700, the Omega 300 is an easy choice. These days there are so many options out there with prices jumping all the time. It’s very refreshing to see the good ol’ Omega 300 still available for prices that remind me of the good old days.

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Introduction

An incredible amount of activity has happened in the suppressor market over the last ten or so years. And it would be difficult to talk about much of this activity without mentioning one of the big players in the game. SilencerCo has been one of the most recognizable names in the suppressor market since I started playing stamp collector. Today I bring you something fresh from SilencerCo, fresh at least to me. I’ve got a few can’s from the company, but this is the first one in the last few years. The suppressor we are looking at today is the SilencerCo Omega 36M.

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What’s all the Hubbub?

The last few years in particular have shown a huge development in modularity in suppressor design. One of the main changes and one I fully endorse is the adoption of common hub mounting systems among suppressor manufacturers.

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Another big change has been the stackable module designs, allowing you to use a suppressor in stages. Giving you the option for short suppressor when needed, or full noise control if you choose.

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The SilencerCo Omega 36M fits into this group of suppressors. The M in the 36M stands for modular I assume, as it incorporates a removable chamber on the muzzle end. As well as interchangeable end caps to adapt to additional caliber options.

And on the breach end, the Omega uses the popular ASR mounting system that has a locking ring to prevent coming off it’s mount. There is a great variety of ASR mounts options that are bound to fit whatever firearm you wish to host the 36M.

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Specifications

SilencerCo Omega 36M Specifications
Caliber Compatibility	5.7×28 up to 9mm, 5.56N up to .338LM
Full-Auto Rated	Yes
Construction	Fully Welded
Materials	Cobalt 6, Inconel, Titanium, & 17-4 SS
Length	4.90 or 6.85 inches
Diameter	1.57 Inches
Weight	9.8 or 12.5 Ounces
Mounting Options	Direct Thread, ASR Mount, Piston Mount, 3-Lug Mount
Front Cap Options	.223/5.56, .30/7.62, .355/9mm
Included Accessories	Charlie ASR Mount, SiCo Disassembly Tools

The overwhelming theme with this suppressor is modularity. The modular design allows you to customize the suppressor to fit the host.

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Shooting with the Omega 36M

With a variety of ASR mounts, I would be able to put the Omega to use on a wide variety of host firearms. Varying from semi-auto carbines to bolt-action rifles, in calibers from 5.56 up to .338. Shortening the Omega 36M for more compact duties as needed.

One of the first projects where the Omega fit into place, was on my 8.6 Blackout project. A 16-inch barrel for my Desert Tech SRS A1 Covert. The Omega did a fine job of holding back the hiss of the this stubby and fun cartridge.

I also used the Omega during a variety of varmint hunts, shooting prairie dogs and marmots across various states. The Omega did an excellent job suppressing the Howa Mini 22 ARC, as well as my Desert Tech SRS M2 chambered in both 6.5CM and 223 Remington.

Additionally, the Omega 36M did some time on a couple short carbines. Both 300Blk and 5.56 carbines were suppressed, with short barrels like 7-inch and 11-inch. Both in its short configuration and its long one, of course being more effective with the additional baffles.

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Results

After a few months using the Omega 36M, I have put together a few of my thoughts on the 36M.

Sound Suppression

On all the firearms I tested using the Omega 36M, the sound suppression was more than adequate. I’ll quantify that statement saying as long as a suppressor is pleasant to listen to in the outdoors I’m good with it. I don’t have any high-tech measuring devices, just my ears.

With that said, the Omega was comparable to most other suppressors of similar construction and design. It was very pleasant to my ears, and the reduction in recoil varied from one caliber to the next but was always better. I really like the ability to change out the end cap for caliber specific applications.

In the short configuration, the 36M wasn’t hearing safe on some firearms. But it definitely took the edge off. Super short K cans are often that way, simply designed to stop the concussion at the muzzle.

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Modularity

Converting from one caliber to another, and changing lengths is a nice option to have. It makes you feel like you have more than one suppressor without having to pay the crown’s randsome twice. I really like the modularity that Silencer Co put into this design, and the fact that these designs are interchangeable with other SiCo options gives you a reason to stick with the brand.

The whole suppressor industry is moving into the modular design market, this design of SiCo’s predates much of that. I will say this, I love the universal hub system that most manufacturers are moving to. While there are plenty of options for this Omega, I would like the cross-compatibility of the universal hub.

While I have a great many other suppressors that also are modular, I appreciate the design of the Omega 36. With the assortment of ASR Brakes, I can rapidly switch the Omega back and forth between various rifles with ease.

Mounting

Speaking on mounts; the variety of ASR mounts gives you options. I have both brake designs, as well as bird-cage and three-prong flash hider designs. The only complaint I could muster up would be I don’t like timing muzzle devices. But the side-brake devices did come with a shim kit to time the brakes properly.

Here’s a hint for you, if you’re only going to shoot suppressed you needn’t time the brake anyway. This has been a lazy practice of mine for years now.

The locking ring that secures the Omega to its ASR mounts is easily operated. In all my installation and removal, it never gave me any issues. I did notice that if you managed to lock the ring before bottoming out the threads, you got a ratcheting sensation as you make the last turn. The locking teeth grab the mount well, keeping the suppressor from coming loose. Of course securing the various ASR mounts is required if you don’t want things coming loose. I never put thread-locker on my muzzle threads, they are used far too often. But the SiCo instructions give direction on how this should be done.

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Accuracy

I only have interest in accurate rifles, so in my opinion a suppressor that deteriorates the accuracy of a rifle is a no-go. I was very happy to see that the Omega had no adverse effects on the accuracy of the host firearms. If anything it was better, and it for sure calmed the rifles down.

Durability

I am not particularly hard on my cans, so this is one spot where I’d lean on other’s results. The Omega 36M is full-auto rated, and I’ve seen plenty of folks who have abused them repeatedly with heavy fire. Because this can is far from new, there has been quite a bit of testing done. I expect this can will serve me for years to come.

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I did notice that the finish of the Omega was a bit easy to mar or scratch. This is not a huge deal to me, as I typically Cerkote my suppressors every now and then to keep them looking clean. Also, suppressor covers have become very popular, keeping your cans wrapped avoids scratches if you’re worried about such a thing.

Conclusion

As I had suspected, the SilencerCo Omega 36M turned out to be just what I expected. A reliably robust can, that I can abuse between a wide variety of rifles. The only drawback if there is one is the uniqueness of the mounting systems, though with the different Charlie mounting options like direct threading to your muzzle you can go almost any way you choose.

I look forward to working this can over more, and seeing how it stands the test of time and round count. I have every expectation it will do very well, making it an excellent choice for someone looking for a multi-purpose suppressor they can suppress an entire collection. With that in mind, I may have to look into another Omega, for some other calibers….