As a shooter/collector/appreciator of unique National Firearms Act (NFA) items, I have been anxiously awaiting any additional details on the SilencerCo Maxim 9 integrally suppressed semiautomatic pistol. When the Maxim was first announced last year, it was using Smith and Wesson M&P magazines and featured a 3D printed grip. Nearly 12 months later, the pre-production model is sporting Glock magazines and a slightly redesigned frame.

One of the main concerns centered around the Maxim’s price-point; a uniquely designed pistol combined with a suppressor would naturally call for a high MSRP. My initial estimations crossed the $2K mark. However, silencer dealer Capitol Armory is getting a sneak peak at the newest version, and is insinuating that my figures were much higher than the actual consumer cost. In a Facebook post, Captiol Armory contends that “if you can afford a pistol and a new silencer, you will be able to afford the Maxim 9”.

Of course, prices on both of those items vary widely – are we talking Glock prices or H&K prices for the pistols? Not to mention that silencer prices have a a wide range of investment costs as well. On the flip side, the Maxim seems to sound and function very well. In a post on Instagram, Capitol Armory put the pre-release version through its paces.

From Capitol Armory’s Facebook Page:

Some highlights in bold:

This is too legit!!!!!! @silencerco Maxim 9 is the future of small arms armament! Extremely easy shooter w less recoil than most suppressed pistols. No MSRP available but if you can afford a handgun & a can.. Then you can afford the Maxim 9. Accurate & easy to get back on target. Didn’t get any blowback. Takes oem & aftermarket glock mags. Sights can be replaced with aftermarket glock sights. Didn’t feel like a toy; felt like a duty pistol. Modular front. After 3 mags the front does get warm but I put it on top of my pant leg & didn’t have any issue w heat. Won’t damage kydex holsters.

I expect “modular front” means that users might be able to change the length of the suppressor (like the SilencerCo Salvo) but it could also mean a railed front section for accessory mounting.

SilencerCo has been fairly quiet on the PR front for the past few months. If history holds true, I expect to hear an announcement or two in the not-so-distant future. One trumpeting the release of the Maxim 9, the other yet-to-be-determined silencer that will capture everyone’s attention. SilencerCo never seems to disappoint in the cool-factor department.

Capitol Armory – http://www.capitolarmory.com

Phone: 512-879-1068

Fax: 512-605-3720

Email: [email protected]

SilencerCo – https://silencerco.com

OFFICE: 801.417.5384

FAX: 801.417.5002

5511 S 6055 W

West Valley City, UT 84118