5 Suppressors Under $500

Matthew Moss
by Matthew Moss

Suppressors are expensive! That’s something I hear pretty often, even from long-time avid shooters, and while that might be true of some of the latest and greatest cans out there not all cans will bankrupt you! TFB have partnered with Silencer Shop to highlight some of the most affordable cans around.


Let’s take a look at five affordable suppressors that won’t have you whispering when your partner or friends down at the range ask the price.


SilencerCo Sparrow 22

SilencerCo’s Sparrow 22 has been around for a while now, it's a tried and tested .22 caliber can which is versatile enough to allow shooters to suppress not just .22LR but also .17HMR, .22WMR, and 5.7x28mm. It has a direct threaded barrel mount with a 1/2x28 barrel thread pitch and comes with a delta-threaded rifle spacer for added convenience.

The Sparrow 22 weighs in at 6.5 ounces and is just about 5 inches long making it ideal for .22 rifles and pistols. SilencerCo claim that, at the muzzle, the Sparrow 22 lowers a .22’s average report to 111.9db.


Sparrow 22 Specs:


  • Weight: 6.5oz
  • Length: 5"
  • Diameter: 1.062"
  • Material: 17-4 Stainless Steel
  • Finish: Black Oxide, Magnesium Phosphate
  • Attachment: Direct Thread


The Sparrow 22 is currently on sale at Silencer Shop for $296.00.

SilencerCo Sparrow 22

AAC Jaeger 30

While .22 caliber suppressors are amongst the most affordable cans you can buy the AAC Jaeger 30 bucks the trend for larger caliber cans and proves you can find .30 caliber suppressors for under $500. AAC claim that the Jager 30 achieves a sound reduction of approximately 32dB as well as helping to reduce your .30 caliber rifle’s felt recoil.


The Jaeger 30 weighs in at just under 14 ounces and is made from 7075 T6 aluminum and grade 9 titanium. Currently available at Silencer Shop for $475.00, it's one of the best deals you’ll find if you’re looking to suppress a 7.62mm rifle.


Jaeger 30 Specs:


  • Weight: 13.9 oz
  • Length: 9.28”
  • Diameter: 1.47”
  • Materials: Aluminum & Titanium
  • Finish: Hard Coat Anodizing
  • Attachment: Direct Thread


The Jaeger 30 is currently on sale at Silencer Shop for $475.00.

Griffin Armament GP5

The GP5 is a 5.56mm suppressor made from 17-4 stainless steel, with a 1/2x28 direct-thread, it uses Griffin Armament’s patented ECO-FLOW™ baffle system technology. The durable GP5 is also full-auto rated and according to Griffin it offers a 32 dB sound reduction.


While the GP5 is made from stainless steel it is still quite light, coming in at 12.9 ounces and is just 6.25 inches long. It boasts a laser-welded construction with a lightweight tubeless design.


GP5 Specs:


  • Length: 6.25”
  • Weight: 12.9 ounces
  • Diameter: 1.5"
  • Build material: stainless steel
  • Finish: high-temp Cerakote
  • Attachment: Direct Thread


The GP5 is currently on sale at Silencer Shop for $495.00.

Griffin Armament GP5

JK 105 CCX 9

JK Armament’s 105 CCX 9 is a lightweight 9mm suppressor designed to suppress every day carry pistols. CCX 9 is a modular pistol with its full stack configuration measuring in at 4.6 inches while its micro configuration comes in at just 1.9 inches long. It weighs an 1.2 ounces in its smallest configuration.Unlike many 9mm suppressors the CCX 9 does not require a booster and can be directly threaded to your pistol with its 1/2x28 thread. Priced at well under $400, it is well worth checking out if you’re looking for a 9mm can. 


JK 105 CCX 9 Specs:


  • Length: 1.9" - 4.6"
  • Diameter: 1.05"
  • Weight: 1.2 - 2.5oz
  • Color: Black
  • Material: 7075 Billet Aluminum
  • Coating: Type 3 Hard Anodize


The JK 105 CCX 9 is currently on sale at Silencer Shop for $495.00.

AB A-10 - 5.56mm

The A-10 Warthog from AB Suppressors is a full-auto rated 5.56mm can made from H900 heat treated 17-4 stainless steel. The A-10 is based around AB Suppressors’ SpiralTech baffle system and also incorporates a built-in flash hider. The A-10 comes with a grade 5 titanium flush mount or can be used with a range of QD mountings. The A-10 is just over 5.5 inches long, with the flush mount adding less than 0.25 inches, and weighs 10.6 ounces. The A-10 is a compelling choice for a capable 5.56mm can under $500.


AB A-10 - 5.56mm Specs:


  • Length: 5.5"
  • Diameter: 1.625"
  • Weight: 10.6oz
  • Color: Black
  • Material: H900 17-4 Stainless Steel
  • Finish: Cerakote


The A-10 is currently on sale at Silencer Shop for $450.00. 

AB A-10 - 5.56mm

So there we have it, some great value options to enable you to affordably suppress a range of different calibers, from .22 all the way up to .30. With great deals like these there's really no excuse for not taking the leap and picking up a can that suits you and your shooting needs.

Head over to Silencer Shop who have a great selection of affordable suppressors ready to order.


Check out our weekly series Silencer Saturday for all the latest suppressor news and reviews.


TFB is proud to partner with Silencer Shop as our preferred vendor for all of your NFA needs. Whether you are searching for a new suppressor, SBR, or trust, Silencer Shop is here to provide a seamless and fast service for your next NFA purchase. Head over to www.silencershop.com to begin your NFA journey.

Matthew Moss
Matthew Moss

Managing Editor: TheFirearmBlog.com & Overt Defense.com. Matt is a British historian specialising in small arms development and military history. He has written several books and for a variety of publications in both the US and UK. Matt is also runs The Armourer's Bench, a video series on historically significant small arms. Here on TFB he covers product and current military small arms news. Reach Matt at: matt@thefirearmblog.com

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