Pistol spitting with suppressor

**davidk** · 01-22-18, 15:07

Just mounted a Silencerco Hybrid to a Walther PPQ 45 and it was spitting with every shot.

Same suppressor on a 1911 and no spit.

Anyone know what causes it?

**ginzomatic** · 01-22-18, 15:51

I'm sure someone smarter than me will be along soon to opine, but I've found its usually much worse with faster cycling guns- could apply in your case

**MegademiC** · 01-22-18, 19:40

What does spitting mean? All i can picture is tobacco juice dribbling down the can.

**davidk** · 01-22-18, 22:34

Originally Posted by MegademiC

What does spitting mean? All i can picture is tobacco juice dribbling down the can.

Particles coming back at the shooter. (no baffle strikes)

**Ak44** · 01-22-18, 23:25

Are you talking about running a suppressor wet with water or wirepulling gel?

**Smokin338** · 01-23-18, 04:30

Blowback on 1 vs. the other comes down to cycle speed of the breach (slide). On your PPQ it's probably opening a lot faster vs. your 1911. In turn the PPQ is probably louder as well. Don't know if they make aftermarket springs, but a 1-2 lb stiffer spring should remedy the issue...

**davidk** · 01-23-18, 08:02

Originally Posted by Ak44

Are you talking about running a suppressor wet with water or wirepulling gel?

Running dry

**davidk** · 01-23-18, 08:04

Originally Posted by Smokin338

Blowback on 1 vs. the other comes down to cycle speed of the breach (slide). On your PPQ it's probably opening a lot faster vs. your 1911. In turn the PPQ is probably louder as well. Don't know if they make aftermarket springs, but a 1-2 lb stiffer spring should remedy the issue...

I didnt note a change in sound but I wasn't listening for it either. Thanks for the info