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Dwell Time Podcast #84: Optimus 6 Suppressor & Additive Manufacturing

Release Date: 05/20/2025

Deer, Turkeys, and Bears Oh My! Hunting Stories with Own The Season TV

Griffin Armament's Dwell Time podcast

In this episode of the Dwell Time Podcast, Mitchell and Ben of Griffin Armament sit down with the crew of Own the Season TV to discuss their favorite hunting stories, suppressed hunting, and Griffin's hunting line of suppressors. Own the Season TV is hosted by Art & Michelle Helin and their band of hunting and fishing enthusiasts. Also based out of Wisconsin, Own the Season recently partnered with Griffin Armament to be their exclusive suppressor supplier. You can watch the Own the Season TV on the Pursuit Channel as well as VOD. Be sure to check out their social media and give them some...

Dwell Time Podcast #84: Optimus 6 Suppressor & Additive Manufacturing

Griffin Armament's Dwell Time podcast

In this episode of the Dwell Time Podcast, Griffin Armament owner Austin sits down with Inventory Manager, Kade, to discuss Griffin's first 3D printed suppressor: the Optimus 6. The Optimus 6 is a 6mm bore multi-jet fusion additive manufactured (3D Printed) suppressor optimized for reducing system backpressure over “traditional” suppressors by way of its high-flow baffle design, while maintaining impressive flash and sound reduction. The quad-tine flash hider end cap was painstakingly tuned in conjunction with the low backpressure baffle stack to kill flash at a level almost unseen in...

Inside the World of an Elite Sniper: Jay Pedro From Grey Sky Training

Griffin Armament's Dwell Time podcast

In this episode of the Dwell Time Podcast, Griffin Armament owners Austin and Evan sit down with Jay Pedro to explore his extensive background in firearms training and consulting. Jay, an Army Sniper and former instructor at the National Guard Sniper School, spent six years shaping the next generation of marksmen. He won the International Sniper Competition and secured a second-place finish another year. After a decade in law enforcement, Jay later served as Director of Training at Ridgeline Defense. Now, as the founder of Grey Sky Training & Consulting, he brings deep expertise in...

Griffin MK2 9mm & Adjustable 2-Stage Trigger

Griffin Armament's Dwell Time podcast

In this episode of the Dwell Time podcast, engineers Austin and Jeff from Griffin Armament discuss the features and design process behind Griffin's new MK2 9mm & Adjustable 2-Stage AR Trigger. The Griffin MK2 9mm is a fully ambidextrous 9mm AR-15, and one of the first full-ambi 9mm AR-15s with a forged 7075-T6 receiver set. It is a Colt pattern lower capable of receiving affordable 32 round magazines that have the classic Colt SMG look. It has a 1/4-28 Nylon tipped tension screw equipped lower for a tight fit that can be adjusted to fit end user's preferences. The Griffin Adjustable...

Griffin Enhanced Gas Pocket BCG

Griffin Armament's Dwell Time podcast

The Griffin Enhanced Gas Pocket BCG is a product that was inspired by a desire to reduce right ear sound signature of the AR-15 platform when used with suppressors. This BCG is designed to improve any suppressed AR-15, with its benefits becoming more pronounced on longer gassed systems. This BCG is constructed of 17-4 stainless steel, a stronger material than the 8620 steel material that most BCGs are made of currently, to increase BCG lifespan. The main design feature is a proprietary gas pocket where gas is vented into on the left side of the receiver. This pocket captures escaping...

Meet Your Northeast Sales Rep - Ken Shriver

Griffin Armament's Dwell Time podcast

In this episode of the Dwell Time podcast, Evan and Austin from Griffin Armament welcome Kenneth Shriver, the company’s new Northeastern Sales Representative, to discuss his journey joining the team. Ken, an honor graduate of Army Sniper School and former instructor at the Ft. Benning schoolhouse, shares insights from his 2.5 years teaching future snipers. Together, they reflect on their Army experiences and the key traits they’ve brought from military life into the business world. Ken also shares how he first learned about Griffin Armament and what ultimately inspired him to become part...

Alaska Bound: Suppressed Moose Hunt With RJ and Aubrey Cianciarulo

Griffin Armament's Dwell Time podcast

In this episode of the Dwell Time podcast, Mitchell and Benjamin from Griffin Armament sit down with RJ and Aubrey Cianciarulo from "Archer's Choice" and "The Choice TV" to discuss a recent, successful Moose hunt with their new Sportsman Ultra Light HD suppressor. RJ and Aubrey are no strangers to the hunting world, following in the footsteps of the legendary hunting duo Ralph and Vicki Cianciarulo. Relying on their years of experience in the hunting industry, they embarked on a DIY trip to a remote part of Alaska to push their limits with big game hunting. During this episode, they discuss...

The Assassination Attempt on Trump - With Rich Graham From Full Spectrum Warrior

Griffin Armament's Dwell Time podcast

In this episode of Dwell Time, Austin, the lead engineer at Griffin Armament and a former Army sniper, sits down with Rich Graham from Full Spectrum Warrior. Austin has completed five deployments with Triple Canopy and SOC in support of diplomatic security missions in Iraq and has undergone diplomatic security vetting with Blackwater, Triple Canopy, and SOC. Rich Graham is a SEAL Team 10 sniper and the creator of the Full Spectrum Warrior System (FWS). His team at Full Spectrum Warrior trains civilian and military forces and supports police departments worldwide in Counter-Terrorism...

Choosing the Right CNC Machine for Suppressors

Griffin Armament's Dwell Time podcast

In this episode of Dwell Time, Austin, lead engineer of Griffin Armament, and resident CNC setup machinist Tom sit down to discuss the abundance of machining options to choose from within the CNC world. In addition to highlighting the importance of choosing the right machine for suppressor technology, they discuss the similarities and differences between recognizable name brands and the overall impact one machine can have on engineering capabilities. Follow us on social media! YouTube: Instagram: Facebook: Twitter: Vimeo: Rumble: TikTok:

Griffin Armament 2023 Review, New Programs, and Industry Updates

Griffin Armament's Dwell Time podcast

In this episode, Austin, Cameron, and Bryan of Griffin Armament sit down to discuss an overall wrap-up of 2023 products, as well as what's to be expected in the near future from Griffin. They collectively discussed multiple product releases, a new 45,000 sq/ft expansion, the new Silencers To Your Door Program, the new Red Cross Program, and more! Follow us on social media! YouTube: Instagram: Facebook: Twitter: Vimeo: Rumble: TikTok:

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In this episode of the Dwell Time Podcast, Griffin Armament owner Austin sits down with Inventory Manager, Kade, to discuss Griffin's first 3D printed suppressor: the Optimus 6.

The Optimus 6 is a 6mm bore multi-jet fusion additive manufactured (3D Printed) suppressor optimized for reducing system backpressure over “traditional” suppressors by way of its high-flow baffle design, while maintaining impressive flash and sound reduction. The quad-tine flash hider end cap was painstakingly tuned in conjunction with the low backpressure baffle stack to kill flash at a level almost unseen in other low backpressure suppressors available on the market.

Tune in for an in-depth conversation on Griffin's history and experience with additive manufacturing, and what makes the Optimus 6 silencer stand out amongst the bunch.

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