Episode 109 - Research, Listener Questions, and 5.56 Testing (20-APR-2022)

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Episode 109 - Research, Listener Questions, and 5.56 Testing (20-APR-2022)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Research Supplement 6.72 – Taming the MK18, Part 2 – Surefire vs. CGS. This one was for members. Hope you enjoyed and found it informative! (00:11:25)

  2. Listener Questions – let’s dive back into the 4th solicitation! I love answering these and I think you folks enjoy it, as well. It’s great to help folks by spreading knowledge. (00:18:05)

  3. New Sound Signature Review coming this week? Yes, friends. 5.56x45mm? I mean, most likely. We’re due, I think. (00:49:41)

  4. Thank you to all the new PEW Science members who recently joined to support the effort. We all owe you thanks for your contribution to the Silencer Sound Standard and the state of practice. The industry is in your debt. (01:06:08)

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Episode 108 - CGS Hyperion with 300 BLK Subsonic and MP5 9mm Testing (06-APR-2022)

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Episode 108 - CGS Hyperion with 300 BLK Subsonic and MP5 9mm Testing (06-APR-2022)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.71 – the CGS Hyperion with 300 BLK Subsonic; technical discussion. (00:10:04)

  2. PEW Science 9mm subgun test hosts rolling in. First up? The HK SP5K-PDW. From Germany, with love. (01:13:02)

  3. Incredible feedback from dealers, consumers, manufacturers, and even YouTube reviewers! Shout-out to Alabama Arsenal and all the PEW Science members, world-wide. (01:49:26)

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Episode 107 - Listener Questions and Rugged Razor556 First Look (30-MAR-2022)

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Episode 107 - Listener Questions and Rugged Razor556 First Look (30-MAR-2022)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Listener Questions are back again! The fourth solicitation just concluded – let’s dive in! (00:11:47)

  2. New Sound Signature Review this week? Booooy howdy… you betcha. This may be what is referred to as a “barn burner.” Maybe. Could be using that term incorrectly. (00:50:22)

  3. Got a test sample of the new Rugged Razor556. I’ll work this one into the test schedule! (00:53:19)

  4. Thank you to all the new PEW Science members who have joined to support the effort! You make this possible, and for that, the entire suppressed small arms community is in your debt. (00:57:51)

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Episode 106 - The Silencer Sound Standard Anniversary and the Banish 30 Gold (23-MAR-2022)

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Episode 106 - The Silencer Sound Standard Anniversary and the Banish 30 Gold (23-MAR-2022)

Today’s Topics:

  1. The Silencer Sound Standard turns two this week! Happy Anniversary to all of you – your support made the new industry standard a reality! (00:10:34)

  2. Sound Signature Review 6.69 – Silencer Central Banish 30 Gold on supersonic .308 – technical discussion. (00:17:28)

  3. Sound Signature Review 6.70 – Silencer Central Banish 30 Gold on subsonic 300 BLK – technical discussion. (00:51:13)

  4. Do you have a moment to speak about the Surefire OBC and short dwell time for silencer use? 11.5 mid gang, please gather. Also, KAC. Maybe. They are aware of the effort. So is Rooftop Defense. What in tarnation? (01:15:30)

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Episode 105 - ATF, Solvent Traps, Potatoes, and Listener Questions (16-MAR-2022)

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Episode 105 - ATF, Solvent Traps, Potatoes, and Listener Questions (16-MAR-2022)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Should you Form 1 a potato? No. But also, yes. Let’s talk BATFE FATD Technical Bulletins. (00:14:08)

  2. Listener Questions are back! Let’s wrap up the last solicitation! (00:31:04)

  3. New Sound Signature Review this week? Yes, friends. Multiple. Should be interesting! (01:02:30)

  4. PEW Science was founded to benefit the end user. Thank you to consumer, military, law enforcement, and government end users. Your support and confidence in the effort is heartwarming and I am honored to have it. (01:04:55)

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Episode 104 - ATF eForm 1 and the Diligent Defense Co. Enticer Series (09-MAR-2022)

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Episode 104 - ATF eForm 1 and the Diligent Defense Co. Enticer Series (09-MAR-2022)

Today’s Topics:

  1. More ATF eForm 1 tomfoolery? Well, yes. Were we right last time in our speculation? Also yes. (00:11:04)

  2. Sound Signature Review 6.67 – the Diligent Defense Co. Enticer L-Ti on supersonic .308 – technical discussion. (00:18:17)

  3. Sound Signature Review 6.68 – the Diligent Defense Co. Enticer S-Ti (the shorter version) on supersonic .308 – technical discussion. (01:16:07)

  4. PEW Science support is strong. By the people, for the people. The members, manufacturers, and dealers help! Together, the industry Standard is alive and working! (01:36:29)

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Episode 103 - ATF eForm 1 Mass-Disapprovals and More Data (02-MAR-2022)

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Episode 103 - ATF eForm 1 Mass-Disapprovals and More Data (02-MAR-2022)

Today’s Topics:

  1. ATF eForm 1 Mass-Disapprovals? Developing. Tell your friends. Here’s what I know. (00:10:26)

  2. New Sound Signature Review this week? You betcha. Maybe even more than one. (01:08:46)

  3. Thank you for supporting the effort. Grassroots enthusiasm for research is keeping this going – PEW Science members are the cream of the crop. (01:13:47)

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Episode 102 - Research and the CGS Helios QD on the MK18 5.56 SBR (23-FEB-2022)

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Episode 102 - Research and the CGS Helios QD on the MK18 5.56 SBR (23-FEB-2022)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Notes about research motivations and observations – behavior; both technical and human. (00:07:26)

  2. Sound Signature Review 6.66 – the CGS Helios QD on the MK18 5.56 SBR. With the direct-thread mount. Technical discussion. (00:18:32)

  3. Welcome to all the new PEW Science members! Thank you for your support. Some new R&D clients too – the research pedigree is gaining both depth and breadth. (01:37:57)

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Episode 101 - Member Research, Surefire, OSS, and Silencer Mounts (16-FEB-2022)

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Episode 101 - Member Research, Surefire, OSS, and Silencer Mounts (16-FEB-2022)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Caught you by surprise, didn’t I? Member Research Supplement 6.65: Taming the MK18 – Surefire vs. OSS. (00:07:56)

  2. New Sound Signature Review coming this week. Highly anticipated? Yes. Complicated? Absolutely. Worth checking out? Most likely. (00:15:31)

  3. Silencer mounts – almost a new industry in and of itself. What a time to be alive! (00:24:55)

  4. Huge shout-out to PEW Science clients and all the new and existing members. Your support is amazing, the deliverables have been useful to people, and you folks make it all happen! (00:54:16)

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Episode 100 - Thank you, and the HUXWRX OSS HX-QD 556k on the MK18 (09-FEB-2022)

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Episode 100 - Thank you, and the HUXWRX OSS HX-QD 556k on the MK18 (09-FEB-2022)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.64 – the OSS HX-QD 556k with 5.56 on the MK18. Technical discussion! (00:28:48)

  2. Stacked data publications coming. Might publish some Member Research too. We’ll see! (01:29:38)

  3. Who cares about silencer diameter, anyway? Also – welcome to the new PEW Science members! (01:31:24)

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Episode 99 - The Surefire RC2 Series and Silencer Behavior (02-FEB-2022)

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Episode 99 - The Surefire RC2 Series and Silencer Behavior (02-FEB-2022)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Field testing – always exciting. Always learning. Always improving! (00:10:15)

  2. New Sound Signature Review this week? Maybe. Was just out in the field, so could be late or not at all, but we’re gonna give it the ol’ college try. (00:18:32)

  3. Do you have a moment to talk about the Surefire SOCOM556-RC2? Also, let’s talk about silencer behavior. (00:21:03)

  4. Humbling support from gracious benefactors – big shout-out to PEW Science members and clients! I would like to welcome a new supporter of the podcast and the overall effort – True Shot Gun Club out of Arizona! (00:45:31)

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Episode 98 - The KGM R30 and the Griffin Armament EZ-LOK (26-JAN-2022)

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Episode 98 - The KGM R30 and the Griffin Armament EZ-LOK (26-JAN-2022)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.63 – The KGM R30 on supersonic .308; technical discussion. (00:07:40)

  2. Griffin Armament EZ-LOK: you know, guys… I think they did it!!! (01:11:05)

  3. Warm welcome to the new PEW Science members! Some long-time listeners and readers have thrown their hat into the ring to support the effort. Humbling and awesome; thank you! (01:25:57)

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Episode 97 - PEW Science Education, New Review, and Listener Questions (19-JAN-2022)

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Episode 97 - PEW Science Education, New Review, and Listener Questions (19-JAN-2022)

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Today’s Topics:

  1. Support for the PEW Science effort has been very heartwarming. It’s important to try to help others and educate; try not to do the opposite, if you can. (00:09:05)

  2. New Sound Signature Review this week! It’s a long one… buckle up! (00:23:05)

  3. Listener questions – haven’t hit these in a while, so let’s dive in to some! (00:31:43)

  4. More field testing coming up – thank you for your patience as we ramp back up after the holidays and navigate crazy weather from mother nature! (01:09:59)

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Episode 96 - SilencerCo Omega 9K, 300BLK, 40mm, and KAC URX (12-JAN-2022)

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Episode 96 - SilencerCo Omega 9K, 300BLK, 40mm, and KAC URX (12-JAN-2022)

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Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.62 – SilencerCo Omega 9K with 300 BLK subsonic – technical discussion. (00:13:07)

  2. 40mm. 40 mike-mike. Bloop! Also – anything can fit with a KAC URX 3.1 if you MAKE IT FIT. (01:01:53)

  3. Thank you all for your feedback on the recent .45-70 testing apparatus solicitation; a lot of feedback on ammunition and host. PEW Science members are very active in the new year and it is greatly appreciated! (01:16:04)

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Episode 95 - Big Bore .45-70 and New Silencers (05-JAN-2022)

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Episode 95 - Big Bore .45-70 and New Silencers (05-JAN-2022)

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Today’s Topics:

  1. Big-bore silencer host selection update. Anybody shoot .45-70? Boy howdy… (00:09:17)

  2. New Sound Signature Review this week. It’s a new year; let’s get weird. Well, maybe not too weird. (00:26:37)

  3. Which silencers are you most excited about right now? Honestly, I’m sort of wondering what is going on with Surefire. That one might be one of the big ones. Also, who can tackle high flow like OSS? (00:29:12)

  4. Fairly caught-up on new PEW Science member welcome emails, client interactions, and administrative items. If you’ve been missing me on comms – reach out again! Thank you all for your support. (00:42:43)

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Episode 94 - Q Trash Panda on the MK18: Technical Discussion, and .45-70 (29-DEC-2021)

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Episode 94 - Q Trash Panda on the MK18: Technical Discussion, and .45-70 (29-DEC-2021)

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Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.61 – The Q Trash Panda on the MK18; technical discussion. (00:09:24)

  2. That new build itch – getting that perfect handguard, gas system, and barrel length for your preferences – it can be really fun! (01:09:08)

  3. New test host selection. Big-bore silencers – 46 caliber. First on the agenda? .45-70. Let’s talk about it! (01:20:01)

  4. Hope you all had a wonderful Christmas. Let’s move into this new year with great motivation for continued good data, learning, and industry advancement! To all PEW Science members – your support means the world. The largest public effort to fully characterize suppressed small arms continues! (01:28:36)

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Episode 93 - Q Trash Panda on the MK18 and Velocity with Silencers (22-DEC-2021)

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Episode 93 - Q Trash Panda on the MK18 and Velocity with Silencers (22-DEC-2021)

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Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.61 – The Q Trash Panda on the MK18. Early 5.56 data this week! (00:09:24)

  2. Do silencers increase muzzle velocity? They can, a little bit. Let’s talk about the why and how, and why you should be careful when watching YouTube. (00:23:16)

  3. The best Christmas Gift of all is the support that PEW Science members bring to the effort. Grassroots support. We are in your debt. Also, PEW Science dealers send cool silencers to test. Like the new Sig SLX stuff! (00:52:40)

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Episode 92 - KGM R556 MK18 Data, Listener Questions, and Deer (15-DEC-2021)

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Episode 92 - KGM R556 MK18 Data, Listener Questions, and Deer (15-DEC-2021)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.60 – KGM R556 and the MK18; technical discussion. (00:08:28)

  2. Listener Questions! Christmas is coming soon, and your questions are the gifts of knowledge that keep on giving. (00:50:11)

  3. Possible deer population control test case for subsonic 300 BLK. Managing wildlife and habitat is cool. Suppressed small arm research is also cool. Why not both? (01:09:53)

  4. Welcome to all the new PEW Science members – your kind words are appreciated, as well as your suggestions for research direction(s). Thank you all for your support! (01:20:09)

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Episode 91 - ATF eForm 4, 300 BLK, Testing, and Listener Questions (08-DEC-2021)

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Episode 91 - ATF eForm 4, 300 BLK, Testing, and Listener Questions (08-DEC-2021)

Today’s Topics:

  1. ATF eForm 4 update. Why not. Speculation? I mean, maybe. Reliable information? Possibly. What will happen to the Form 1 community? (00:08:47)

  2. 300BLK. At this point, I feel like it is a meme. But, it’s also not. I may be adopting it more seriously this coming year. (00:36:02)

  3. New Sound Signature Review coming this week! What could it be? You will literally never guess. Probably. (00:52:10)

  4. Listener Questions are back! We took a short break from these – so let’s dive back in! (00:53:41)

  5. Just did a podcast with the CBRNart folks! Their show is called the Art and War Podcast – I am on Episode 22. They are wonderful folks, and it was a very wonderful experience; go check them out! Also, thank you to the wonderful new PEW Science members! (01:15:46)

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Episode 90 - Rugged Razor - 5.56 Technical Discussion, and Hunting with the Hyperion (01-DEC-2021)

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Episode 90 - Rugged Razor - 5.56 Technical Discussion, and Hunting with the Hyperion (01-DEC-2021)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.58 – The Rugged Razor on the 5.56 MK18 – technical discussion. Data came early. Let’s talk about it! (00:14:51)

  2. PEW Science Member Research Supplement 6.59 – The Rugged Razor with the 5.56 Endcap – technical notes. This was an early Thanksgiving treat for members – thanks for your support! (01:16:16)

  3. Just went hunting – a lot of great deer, but nothing taken yet. Did take a large hog – used the CGS Hyperion on the Q Fix – great experience! (01:20:59)

  4. The grassroots support of the PEW Science initiative is great, and the industry is taking note. Several manufacturers have indicated that change is being forced; innovation is being spurred by the data and analysis being published. PEW Science members are directly responsible for this phenomenon – cheers! (01:41:57)

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