Silencerco Scythe TI review

[Q_Sertorius]

As a potential new can owner that was really interested in the Scythe Ti upon release, I've done my best to keep up with the failure reports and other info as it comes out. I want a can on my rifle before I head out for my 2025 hunts.

That said, to the Scythe owners, would you have any reservations about buying a Scythe Ti today for hunting and range use on a 16" .308? Is there anything else you'd be looking at or considering as an alternative? I was looking hard at a Dead Air Nomad Ti before their big customer service debacle and the release of the Scythe. I know SHOT is happening as I type this so maybe something new will show up over the next few days too.

Without knowing how many they have sold, it’s hard to assess the risk of using the Scythe Ti. But I am using mine without hesitation on an 18” 6.5 Grendel and 20” 6.5 Creedmore.


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[wind gypsy]

Have a Scythe, generally happy, not concerned with it blowing up with what i'm shooting. But i might lean towards trying a nomad ti XC on the next go round.

 

[intunegp]

Not that I want to buy my first suppressor only to have issues with it, but the fact that the fixes are being handled so quickly and painlessly does give some peace of mind.

The Nomad Ti XC is also very compelling. Is the general consensus that a printed can would be more durable than one with welded construction?

 

[ScreamingPotato]

As a potential new can owner that was really interested in the Scythe Ti upon release, I've done my best to keep up with the failure reports and other info as it comes out. I want a can on my rifle before I head out for my 2025 hunts.

That said, to the Scythe owners, would you have any reservations about buying a Scythe Ti today for hunting and range use on a 16" .308? Is there anything else you'd be looking at or considering as an alternative? I was looking hard at a Dead Air Nomad Ti before their big customer service debacle and the release of the Scythe. I know SHOT is happening as I type this so maybe something new will show up over the next few days too.

I would not have any hesitation. Silencerco CS is reportedly fantastic and the scythe really is the best option for a lightweight hunting can that I'm aware of, if you're prioritizing length, weight, and suppression.

For my next can, I was thinking either scythe, or the nomad xc ti, or the DD wolf hunter. Both reportedly are slightly quieter than the scythe to those who I've seen report on it. Between the two, I may go DD since Nomad's CS is supposedly garbage.

I fully planned on buying the Scythe, but LGS had both in stock and after getting to fondle both I went with the Nomad XC. Just feels like a better product in-hand.

 

[Tgunz64]

Not that I want to buy my first suppressor only to have issues with it, but the fact that the fixes are being handled so quickly and painlessly does give some peace of mind.

The Nomad Ti XC is also very compelling. Is the general consensus that a printed can would be more durable than one with welded construction?

The Nomads are nice. I have the LTi (non xc) and it’s super quiet. Tames the 300 PRC nicely. The regular length XC was on my list as well. But I wanted as short as I could but still have good sound reduction. The Scythe checked the boxes for me. And it’ll probably never see a barrel under 16” anyway so I’m not concerned about the “issues” some have had. But you can’t go wrong with the nomad at all.

 

[TxLite]

As a potential new can owner that was really interested in the Scythe Ti upon release, I've done my best to keep up with the failure reports and other info as it comes out. I want a can on my rifle before I head out for my 2025 hunts.

That said, to the Scythe owners, would you have any reservations about buying a Scythe Ti today for hunting and range use on a 16" .308? Is there anything else you'd be looking at or considering as an alternative? I was looking hard at a Dead Air Nomad Ti before their big customer service debacle and the release of the Scythe. I know SHOT is happening as I type this so maybe something new will show up over the next few days too.

No hesitation from me. I had to deal with their customer service a few years back and it was excellent and I think actual failure rates are pretty low with the number of suppressors they have sold. I try to keep the firing rate on it slow since it’s titanium. If it blows up I’ll be frustrated but in the end it’s still a great suppressor.

I really like the titanium nomads but dislike dead air for the way they handled the Sierra debacle. I have a dead air suppressor and have loved it, but no current plans to buy any in the future.

 

[ztc92]

My Scythe just arrived, excited to put it to use soon! It will live on an 18” 6.5CM for now, so hopefully low risk of failure. The welds look perfect on mine at face value for whatever that’s worth. Still hesitant to try the SiCo 223 end cap with the 6.5 even though the numbers all work out but hopefully I’ll work up the courage in time so I can report back.

 

[ztc92]

Okay for all those wondering, I tried to get some photos that may help regarding end caps.

The standard 30-cal anchor brake opening measures 0.360 inches. So a buffer of 0.030 for a 30-caliber bullet.

The titanium 223 end cap by silencerco measures 0.320. For a 6.5mm bullet (0.264) that means nearly the same amount of buffer at 0.027. I’ve added a few photos of a 6.5mm, 143 ELDX inside the 223 endcap to show how much extra space there is.

Last, I took a photo of the anchor brake vs the titanium 223 endcap and you can see the thread depth is early identical. I also added a photo to show that it is nearly flush when installed in case anyone was unsure.

 

[Tmac]

As a potential new can owner that was really interested in the Scythe Ti upon release, I've done my best to keep up with the failure reports and other info as it comes out. I want a can on my rifle before I head out for my 2025 hunts.

That said, to the Scythe owners, would you have any reservations about buying a Scythe Ti today for hunting and range use on a 16" .308? Is there anything else you'd be looking at or considering as an alternative? I was looking hard at a Dead Air Nomad Ti before their big customer service debacle and the release of the Scythe. I know SHOT is happening as I type this so maybe something new will show up over the next few days too.

Mine is used similarly, no hard use, all bolt actions at the range and for hunting. All moderate intensity cartridges, so no worries from me about getting one. So far, 5.56, 6mm ARC, 6.5 Grendel. Soon will see use on a 18” 243 Win and on a 18” 7mm-08.

 

[ReaptheHeat]

Disappointed in SilencerCo customer service again...

I ordered a 1/2x28 mount for the scythe on Dec 26 and it's lost in the mail before even being accepted into USPS. Got dropped off at the shipping center but that's as far as it went. I waited until mid-Jan to reach out since shipping can get delayed this time of year.

SilencerCo told me I needed to do the missing mail request with USPS. I did the missing mail request with USPS, sent screenshots, gave them the request # and whatever they've asked for. Responses from SilencerCO have been slow. My last response was Jan 22.

Every other company I've had this happen with handles the back end since they hold the shipping insurance. I feel like I'm haggling for a $95 part that the company should be taking care of. Overall disappointed and still don't have the part over a month later.

 

[coast2coast]

I feel your pain on lost packages and crappy customer service, but could you order the mount from anybody else and then return the one from SilencerCo, if/when it ever shows up?

 

[Tgunz64]

USPS has been really weird lately. I sent a fingerprint card to Capitol Armory on a Friday. Should have been there Monday. But instead it went to Purto Rico for almost 6 days. It finally showed up on Saturday. But everything I’ve shipped out or had come to My house has not been accurate.

 

[ztc92]

Took my scythe to the range today and used it on an 18” 6.5CM. Shot 5 rounds with the anchor brake and then decided to just send it and shot 15 more with the 223 end cap using a 6.5mm 130ELDM. It shot great and didn’t have any issues with the end cap. It did seem like the anchor brake provided slightly more recoil reduction at the expense of a bit more noise but honestly the difference was pretty minimal.

Two Questions:

1) After just 20 shots, the suppressor was loose on the barrel and the end cap was loose as well. What are you all doing to keep them tight?

2) What kind of firing schedule do you use with the scythe on a bolt gun? I found 5 shots from my 6.5CM was no problem but shooting 10 rounds with a brief pause to change magazines made the suppressor pretty hot to the point there was a whiff of smoke coming off of it. Is there a good way to estimate the temperature of the can based on firing schedule?

 

[ReaptheHeat]

I feel your pain on lost packages and crappy customer service, but could you order the mount from anybody else and then return the one from SilencerCo, if/when it ever shows up?

I could, but return would be on my dime based on a previous experience with them. You guys having issues with the Scythe and getting quick turnarounds are getting real lucky IMO.

 

[waspocrew]

My local scheels finally got the Scythe-Ti in stock again, so I snagged one (possibly against my better judgement). I don’t have plans to use this on anything larger than a 21” 6.5 PRC. Mostly my Howa mini 6 ARC, 223, and 300 BLK.

 

[wind gypsy]

Took my scythe to the range today and used it on an 18” 6.5CM. Shot 5 rounds with the anchor brake and then decided to just send it and shot 15 more with the 223 end cap using a 6.5mm 130ELDM. It shot great and didn’t have any issues with the end cap. It did seem like the anchor brake provided slightly more recoil reduction at the expense of a bit more noise but honestly the difference was pretty minimal.

Two Questions:

1) After just 20 shots, the suppressor was loose on the barrel and the end cap was loose as well. What are you all doing to keep them tight?

Crank em on tighter. That and especially a little carbon from use and things seem to stay put. Rockset if you must do more.

2) What kind of firing schedule do you use with the scythe on a bolt gun? I found 5 shots from my 6.5CM was no problem but shooting 10 rounds with a brief pause to change magazines made the suppressor pretty hot to the point there was a whiff of smoke coming off of it. Is there a good way to estimate the temperature of the can based on firing schedule?

Don’t know. I shoot until the mirage makes sight picture dance more than I want to deal with and otherwise don’t worry about it.

 

[thinhorn_AK]

Took my scythe to the range today and used it on an 18” 6.5CM. Shot 5 rounds with the anchor brake and then decided to just send it and shot 15 more with the 223 end cap using a 6.5mm 130ELDM. It shot great and didn’t have any issues with the end cap. It did seem like the anchor brake provided slightly more recoil reduction at the expense of a bit more noise but honestly the difference was pretty minimal.

Two Questions:

1) After just 20 shots, the suppressor was loose on the barrel and the end cap was loose as well. What are you all doing to keep them tight?

2) What kind of firing schedule do you use with the scythe on a bolt gun? I found 5 shots from my 6.5CM was no problem but shooting 10 rounds with a brief pause to change magazines made the suppressor pretty hot to the point there was a whiff of smoke coming off of it. Is there a good way to estimate the temperature of the can based on firing schedule?

For the end cap, I used rocksett to lock it on. I need to figure out how to ooosennit though because I want to put a flat end cap on mine.

As for loosening on the gun, when I’m at the range, I take an oven mitt with me and check silencers every few rounds. Shouldn’t matter for hunting when just a few rounds are fired.

If you really wanted to check temperature, you could get one of those dumb forged thermometer things everybody was using during Covid. I might actually try that for shits and giggles since we have a basket of those things in the laundry room because of my wife’s job.

 

[Trackselk]

For those that have been waiting like me, the hanson brothers 5.56 end caps are back in stock!

 

[waspocrew]

My local scheels finally got the Scythe-Ti in stock again, so I snagged one (possibly against my better judgement). I don’t have plans to use this on anything larger than a 21” 6.5 PRC. Mostly my Howa mini 6 ARC, 223, and 300 BLK.

36 hour approval on the Scythe-Ti. Just picked it up after work. Looking forward to trying it out this weekend.