blacklab Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 I came across a really good deal on a used steelmaster so I bought it. Everything on it is stock, no mods done to it at all. I took it out to the range yesterday and after a few shots I'm not sure I like it. It's really loud. I was only shooting Winchester white box through it but it is way louder then my other 2011open gun. I was wondering if anyone else found steelmaster's to be louder then other guns. Does anyone have a load worked up that might quiet it down, but still let it cycle? I would hate to get rid of it because it does feel nice, but even with my ear plugs in it was still hard on my ears. I don't know if it's because it has a shorter barrel, but I do know it's a little uncomfortable to shoot with the noise. If you have any ideas please let me know. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeRush Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 I shoot with guys who use massive popple holes and tons of powder- only thing I have found that helps is using plugs and muffs, and keeping my mouth closed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacklab Posted January 4, 2016 Author Share Posted January 4, 2016 MikeRush: It's about as loud as a friends 38 super with popple holes shooting major loads. It's just not real fun to shoot. After 100 rounds I was done for the day with a headache. Most people tell me to keep my mouth closed anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
echotango Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 (edited) They are going to be loud. I double plug with all my open guns. They typically run well with 130pf. Much lower and they aren't as reliable. Sold mine but it was a fun gun. Edited January 4, 2016 by echotango Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingman Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 So what makes them so loud. I'm curious at this point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
echotango Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 4.15" barrel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacklab Posted January 4, 2016 Author Share Posted January 4, 2016 No way to make it a little quieter? Is there a load I should try? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
limited shtr Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 There is no way to make a open quiet unless you take off the comp . I own a steel master and several other open guns and at least thirty different comps and they are all loud. Ear plugs and ear muffs the only way to shoot open . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coltlover Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 Wasn't this gun designed to shoot minor PF for steel challenge targets? You can download some 9mm loads, but will defeat the purpose of the comp. I love my Bedell 9mm major gun. It kinda reminds me of setting off bangalore torpedoes, back in the day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RippinSVT Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 (edited) One easy and obvious way to quiet it down would be to load 124's or 147's subsonic. My comp'd Bianchi Open gun in 38SC shoots 147's at 980fps and is not very loud at all. My guess is that WWB is definitely supersonic. Are you shooting inside or out? My other Open guns are concussive inside, but bearable outside. Edited January 4, 2016 by RippinSVT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeerBaron Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 Yes it's the short barrel that makes it so loud. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biloxi23 Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 I have a shorty open .38 super with a comp and two popple holes, and it is obnoxiously loud with major loads. As mentioned previously, pugs and muffs are mandatory. Even other open shooters with 9 major guns complain about my gun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 Steel master is a minor gun. If it's too loud with WWB then you need MUCH better ear pro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cecil Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 I have a couple of Steel Masters... my "STEEL" load is 5.3gr auto comp using a 124gr PD HP bullet... however its still loud.. I use earplugs and a good pair of electronic muffs I think its the 4.15" barrel & comp that makes it loud.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aircooled6racer Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 Hello: Short barrels and barrel holes will make a gun loader. That is why I like 5" guns that are light. Some powders are loader than others as well. Try to double plug and take your hat off to see if that lessons the noise. Thanks, Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacklab Posted January 4, 2016 Author Share Posted January 4, 2016 I've been Looking at some of the electronic ear plugs. Sounds like a good excuse to buy a pair. Any suggestions on witch type? I have a hard time with ear muffs, I feel like Mickey Mouse when I wear them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
11287 Posted January 6, 2016 Share Posted January 6, 2016 I have these Sordin's. I love them, especially with the gel cups. Very effective and comfortable. http://srstactical.com/new-products-7/msa-sordin-supreme-pro-x.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcc7x7 Posted January 9, 2016 Share Posted January 9, 2016 Welcome to open LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shooter.860 Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 Welcome to open LOL Roger that ! My shorty open 9mm wicked loud, but I love it. Double ears always. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scootertheshooter Posted February 19, 2016 Share Posted February 19, 2016 My steel master is a bit loud, my 38 super is a bit LOUD too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neomet Posted February 19, 2016 Share Posted February 19, 2016 How to make your gun quieter? Shoot Beer Baron's Open Tanfo. After your ears quit bleeding and you go back to yours it will sound like a .22. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racegun9 Posted February 21, 2016 Share Posted February 21, 2016 Get the biggest noise reduction rating you can stand. They are going to be big and not cool looking but your Hearing will thank you. I like the big peltor. I broke too many plastic headbands on the pro ears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davsco Posted February 21, 2016 Share Posted February 21, 2016 definitely make sure your muffs are getting a good seal over your ears. i have the pro ears 300 and really like them. also have a pair of the howard leights but they sit on my ears while the pro-ears are wider/taller and go over my ears and are more comfy and more quiet. i have a steelmaster (wwb 115g minor) and just got a sti open gun (38 super) and both are fine with my pro-ears, at least outdoors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkheard Posted February 21, 2016 Share Posted February 21, 2016 I have custom ear mold plugs and wear electronic muffs when shooting my open G17 major *and* being RO for other open guys and gals. Once your hearing is damaged, it won't get better! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nimitz Posted February 21, 2016 Share Posted February 21, 2016 Hmmmm ... I must be deaf ... I don't really notice that it's louder than other guns ... Certainly way quieter than 38 super major PF guns I've been around ... I may have to take my Shadow out with me tomorrow and compare them to see if I can hear a difference ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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