Looking at getting my first can. Suggestions?

I've run my buddy's Scythe Ti head to head with my Dead Air Nomad Ti on my 20" 7PRC. The Nomad sounded a slightly more quiet than the Scythe but the Scythe did seem to have a slight edge in recoil reduction (but still not as much as a good brake).

I've had a Scythe on backorder since the end of October and after shooting them side by side it confirmed that I was willing to wait for them to come back in stock.
 
Nice! Sounds like you're being smart about your first can—getting something versatile, especially with your hunting and precision shooting in mind.

You're on the right track with those options—each has its strengths.

  1. SilencerCo Scythe TI – This is a solid pick if you're looking for a lightweight, multi-purpose can. It's titanium, so it'll keep weight down but still handle those big calibers well. It's also got a good balance of sound suppression and durability. The added bonus is that it's not too long, so it won't throw off your handling.
  2. Dead Air Nomad – This is one I really like for versatility. It's built for both precision and endurance, and it's a bit quieter than some other options. The Nomad is a solid choice for both gas and bolt guns, and while it's not crazy light, it's well-balanced in terms of suppression, weight, and size. It'll work fine for PRS, too.
  3. TBAC Ultra 7 – You're right, it's pricey, but TBAC makes fantastic cans. It's tough to beat their sound suppression, and the Ultra 7 is very versatile—can handle high-pressure rounds and still be great for precision. The main downside is that, yes, it's on the heavier side and more expensive, but if you're really serious about top-tier suppression, it's hard to beat. If weight is a concern, though, it might not be the best for all-day hunting.
Given your needs, I'd probably lean towards the Scythe TI or the Nomad—they're more balanced for what you're doing, lighter, and versatile enough for both your bolt guns and PRS. The Nomad, in particular, has great all-around suppression, and it's a little more budget-friendly than the TBAC Ultra 7, which is worth considering, especially if you're trying to keep things lean for now.

If you're set on something lightweight and multi-purpose, the Scythe TI might be your best bet, unless you're willing to splurge for that top-tier TBAC performance.

What's your bolt gun setup looking like?
 
TBAC. I have 4 cans, all TBAC.
Ultra 9 308
Ultra 7 6.5mm
Ultra 7 Gen 2 6.5mm
Dominus 308

Ultra 7 Gen 2 .308 is a great choice for hunting. I run mine on an 11" AR pistol, 25 MBK, 25CM, 25 PRC/SI, .260AI 20".

I keep my Ultra 7s both in 6.5mm, so I won't mix them up.
 
Nomad TI who be my choice for just a single can. I would recommend you get a rim fire can also because suppressed 22's are just fun. I dedicate a can to every gun I shoot, rim fire to 12 gauge. Some are expensive some are cheap but all are great to shoot. They get addicting after you start using them.
 
scubamike said:
Nice! Sounds like you're being smart about your first can—getting something versatile, especially with your hunting and precision shooting in mind.

You're on the right track with those options—each has its strengths.

  1. SilencerCo Scythe TI – This is a solid pick if you're looking for a lightweight, multi-purpose can. It's titanium, so it'll keep weight down but still handle those big calibers well. It's also got a good balance of sound suppression and durability. The added bonus is that it's not too long, so it won't throw off your handling.
  2. Dead Air Nomad – This is one I really like for versatility. It's built for both precision and endurance, and it's a bit quieter than some other options. The Nomad is a solid choice for both gas and bolt guns, and while it's not crazy light, it's well-balanced in terms of suppression, weight, and size. It'll work fine for PRS, too.
  3. TBAC Ultra 7 – You're right, it's pricey, but TBAC makes fantastic cans. It's tough to beat their sound suppression, and the Ultra 7 is very versatile—can handle high-pressure rounds and still be great for precision. The main downside is that, yes, it's on the heavier side and more expensive, but if you're really serious about top-tier suppression, it's hard to beat. If weight is a concern, though, it might not be the best for all-day hunting.
Given your needs, I'd probably lean towards the Scythe TI or the Nomad—they're more balanced for what you're doing, lighter, and versatile enough for both your bolt guns and PRS. The Nomad, in particular, has great all-around suppression, and it's a little more budget-friendly than the TBAC Ultra 7, which is worth considering, especially if you're trying to keep things lean for now.

If you're set on something lightweight and multi-purpose, the Scythe TI might be your best bet, unless you're willing to splurge for that top-tier TBAC performance.

What's your bolt gun setup looking like?
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This is the competition rifle it would go on for prs matches and recreational shooting.

My other 2 rifles are hunting rifles in 6.5 creed and 7mm RM.
 
ddman said:
Nomad TI who be my choice for just a single can. I would recommend you get a rim fire can also because suppressed 22's are just fun. I dedicate a can to every gun I shoot, rim fire to 12 gauge. Some are expensive some are cheap but all are great to shoot. They get addicting after you start using them.
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The plan is to get dedicated cans for my rifles. Unfortunately that's just not in the cards for me right now until my house is done.
 

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