When it comes to suppressors, anyone who has spent serious time on one will talk about the gas. Spend a few days behind a rifle with a poorly designed can, and you feel like you have black lung disease. While things are starting to change, most suppressors are a gently revamped version of the same old thing. Enter the team at Q. They have had a knack for looking at things in the firearms world with a new perspective. That is exactly the case with their new LEFTY silencer.
LEFTY Silencer – Breathe Easy
The Q LEFTY is a new silencer built around one simple idea: if you’re going to do flow-through, do it right. The LEFTY utilizes Q’s Low Blow technology to control gas via a directional internal flow path, reducing backpressure, lowering port pressure, and minimizing gas to the shooter. The result is a suppressor that runs cleaner, cycles more consistently, and performs reliably across a wide range of platforms, including short barrels and higher-pressure cartridges.
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3D Printed Internals
At the core of LEFTY is a 3D-printed internal structure that integrates the endcap, enabling complex geometry that can’t be achieved through traditional machining. This is where the work happens. The tube remains a welded outer shell for strength and durability (because why would you print a tube?), paired with a precision-machined mount to ensure proper alignment and repeatability.
This isn’t a fully printed novelty. It’s a system built with purpose… printing what matters and machining what should be machined.
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LEFTY Silencer
LEFTY delivers low back pressure, reduced blowback, and very little visible flash, without sacrificing sound performance. The LEFTY is available now through Q dealers nationwide.
LEFTY Specifications
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| Caliber: | 5.56mm / 6mm ARC |
| Weight: | 14.2 oz |
| Length: | 6.5 in |
| Diameter: | 1.625 in |
| Mount: | Quickie fast-attach taper mount |
| Core: | 3D printed stainless steel |
| Finish: | Melonite |
| Full Auto Rated: | Yes |
| Barrel Restrictions: | None |
| MSRP: | $800 |
For more information, visit Q.
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