Wildcat Whisper 17hmr mod

[Paul.]

After using a SAK Mod for the last couple of years I decided to go for a new mod, I chose to try out a Wildcat Whisper. I picked it up personally from UK Custom shop, as you know the score on Mods ticket ect. The mod comes packaged in a sturdy tube so it will not get damaged in transit ect. The mod itself is an over barrel affair which looks very nice when fitted to your rifle. Here is the New style Sak mod from my 22lr and the Whisper stripped down.

SAK mod and Wildcat Whisper stripped down (http://s21.photobucket.com/albums/b298/paulandtoni/?action=view&current=tools007.flv)

The Whisper is 175mm (approx) Long, with a dia. of 35mm (approx). Being an overbarrel mod the part that protrudes forward to the barrel is 100mm (approx). Made from lightweight Alloy and Steel it weighs 8oz (approx).

Testing with the wildcat fitted. Clicky (http://s21.photobucket.com/albums/b298/paulandtoni/?action=view&current=tools006.flv) Not really a true representation of noise as its on camera rather than using the mark 1 lug 'ole.

Sound Moderation is obviously hugely reduced with the Whisper fitted than no mod at all. Compared to the Sak and because it is caliber specific there is far less muzzle blast, but like any mod the crack of the round going supersonic can never be eliminated. Accuracy is not effected when using the mod.

For £30 new the SAK does its job well, but if you have the extra money to use the Wildcat whisper in my opinion looks better, is easier to clean and strip. It reduces muzzel blast that little bit more. The only down side is the cost of £125, but when you look at the Quality of material, build quality and after sales service then you can see where your money is going.

I am personally chuffed to have one.

[jamie g]

After using a SAK Mod for the last couple of years I decided to go for a new mod, I chose to try out a Wildcat Whisper. I picked it up personally from UK Custom shop, as you know the score on Mods ticket ect. The mod comes packaged in a sturdy tube so it will not get damaged in transit ect. The mod itself is an over barrel affair which looks very nice when fitted to your rifle. Here is the New style Sak mod from my 22lr and the Whisper stripped down.

SAK mod and Wildcat Whisper stripped down (http://s21.photobucket.com/albums/b298/paulandtoni/?action=view&current=tools007.flv)

The Whisper is 175mm (approx) Long, with a dia. of 35mm (approx). Being an overbarrel mod the part that protrudes forward to the barrel is 100mm (approx). Made from lightweight Alloy and Steel it weighs 8oz (approx).

Testing with the wildcat fitted. Clicky (http://s21.photobucket.com/albums/b298/paulandtoni/?action=view&current=tools006.flv) Not really a true representation of noise as its on camera rather than using the mark 1 lug 'ole.

Sound Moderation is obviously hugely reduced with the Whisper fitted than no mod at all. Compared to the Sak and because it is caliber specific there is far less muzzle blast, but like any mod the crack of the round going supersonic can never be eliminated. Accuracy is not effected when using the mod.

For £30 new the SAK does its job well, but if you have the extra money to use the Wildcat whisper in my opinion looks better, is easier to clean and strip. It reduces muzzel blast that little bit more. The only down side is the cost of £125, but when you look at the Quality of material, build quality and after sales service then you can see where your money is going.

I am personally chuffed to have one.


the thing i liked when i got the dm80 is like you said. it cuts out the blast when the trigger is 1st pulled where as the sak doesnt and the unit leaks gas on the sak that is why i think. that scope looks good to on that hmr what is it ?

[Paul.]

the thing i liked when i got the dm80 is like you said. it cuts out the blast when the trigger is 1st pulled where as the sak doesnt and the unit leaks gas on the sak that is why i think. that scope looks good to on that hmr what is it ?

Meopta Meostar R1 4-16X44 the next time you see the rifle Jaimie it should be duracoated in silver too :cool:

[jamie g]

Meopta Meostar R1 4-16X44 the next time you see the rifle Jaimie it should be duracoated in silver too :cool:

cool how much will that cost mate ? i wouldnt mind haveing one done

[Paul.]

cool how much will that cost mate ? i wouldnt mind haveing one done

A friend is doing it for me Jaimie, I am basically getting his leftover paint. I think Kaliderscope on here does duracoat though?

[jamie g]

A friend is doing it for me Jaimie, I am basically getting his leftover paint. I think Kaliderscope on here does duracoat though?

cool mate look forward to seeing it. still havint sold the ssg then :(
it needs a new home i think mate :D

anyway so your pleased with the mod overall ? next time your around bring the hmr with you and we will go out and comepare the both over my shoot ;)

[Paul.]

cool mate look forward to seeing it. still havint sold the ssg then :(
it needs a new home i think mate :D

anyway so your pleased with the mod overall ? next time your around bring the hmr with you and we will go out and comepare the both over my shoot ;)

No worries, I am um'ing and ar'ing weather to keep the SSG and get it screw cut or keep pushing the sale to fund a 6.5x55 for target work. I might just save up Jamie, at the price its at it will go, but I think you would be better getting something from Baz or Foxy complete with mod for the same price as mine is up for. Those Howas look nice by the way! So does the Win Stealth with the fluted barrel. Plus the Rem models. Choices eh :D:cool:

[jamie g]

No worries, I am um'ing and ar'ing weather to keep the SSG and get it screw cut or keep pushing the sale to fund a 6.5x55 for target work. I might just save up Jamie, at the price its at it will go, but I think you would be better getting something from Baz or Foxy complete with mod for the same price as mine is up for. Those Howas look nice by the way! So does the Win Stealth with the fluted barrel. Plus the Rem models. Choices eh :D:cool:

i no mate its hard to pick :( im skint at the minute but could get hold of the money if i really want to. :D if you like the ssg so much keep it sell the 223 and with the money from that get the ssg screwcut. and then use the rest of the money to put to the 6.5x55 ;) :D

the stealth doesnt come with fluted barrel mate here is a picture of one. a lad off here sent me. he told me some info about it and how good it was and how hard they are to find secondhand now never mind new ! click below mate

winchester stealth (http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff19/jamie1517/MinsterlyPics0051.jpg)

[willy]

the thing i liked when i got the dm80 is like you said. it cuts out the blast when the trigger is 1st pulled where as the sak doesnt and the unit leaks gas on the sak that is why i think. that scope looks good to on that hmr what is it ?

I stopped my sak leaking by placing a very thin o ring on the main body nearest the barrel end.You should see a thin ridge where the o ring seats.
The cover then slips over with a nice fitting click, no more gas escape to the unit.
Simple but effective answer to my gas leak problem on the rear of the unit.:)

[jamie g]

I stopped my sak leaking by placing a very thin o ring on the main body nearest the barrel end.You should see a thin ridge where the o ring seats.
The cover then slips over with a nice fitting click, no more gas escape to the unit.
Simple but effective answer to my gas leak problem on the rear of the unit.:)

thats a good idea mate. does it stop the blast when the trigger is pulled to ?
thats the only difference i have found really with the dm80. and thats why i like it. ;)

[willy]

thats a good idea mate. does it stop the blast when the trigger is pulled to ?
thats the only difference i have found really with the dm80. and thats why i like it. ;)


Mine does not suffer from any blast at all since using the o ring trick, but my sak was blasting from the rear.

atb tim.

Ps the oring has to be real thin!.

[jamie g]

Mine does not suffer from any blast at all since using the o ring trick, but my sak was blasting from the rear.

atb tim.

Ps the oring has to be real thin!.

i see mate that is what makes the sak like that then not being sealed.
i think you should still get a dm80 :p if anything it cuts the overall lenght down ;):D

[Paul.]

i no mate its hard to pick :( im skint at the minute but could get hold of the money if i really want to. :D if you like the ssg so much keep it sell the 223 and with the money from that get the ssg screwcut. and then use the rest of the money to put to the 6.5x55 ;) :D

the stealth doesnt come with fluted barrel mate here is a picture of one. a lad off here sent me. he told me some info about it and how good it was and how hard they are to find secondhand now never mind new ! click below mate

winchester stealth (http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff19/jamie1517/MinsterlyPics0051.jpg)

I need the .223 for target, mate there are too many guns that I want and not enough cash to buy them :(

[jamie g]

I need the .223 for target, mate there are too many guns that I want and not enough cash to buy them :(

ha ha dont be greddy mate. you have to many as it is. i only need one more then i have all i need :D just need more land next :(

[Spanner.]

I need the .223 for target, mate there are too many guns that I want and not enough cash to buy them :(

Paul,

Why not download the 22-250 to make it range legal?

[Paul.]

ha ha dont be greddy mate. you have to many as it is. i only need one more then i have all i need :D just need more land next :(

Gready !!!!!!!! :D

Your joking, there all for a different job therefore I need them :cool::D