Wilson Combat Quell Ultralight 9mm: Suppressor Review

Best known for premium handguns, rifles and ammunition, Wilson Combat has been manufacturing suppressors since 2011 in Berryville, Arkansas, suppressing calibers from .22 LR to .458 HAM’R. Wilson offers three purpose-­driven families of suppressors: WCR for rimfire, the Whisper, and the Quell. Quell-series suppressors are obtainable in four models for calibers 5.56mm, 6.8mm, 7.62mm and 9mm (.358). Each is available in stainless-­steel or Ultralight versions constructed of titanium. Guns & Ammo evaluated a Quell Ultralight in 9mm (.358) for this review.

Quell Ultralights are ­constructed of Grade 5 titanium (Ti-­6Al-­4V), weighing 9 ounces. All Quell Ultralight suppressors measure 6.625 inches and have an 11/2-­inch diameter. The six K-­type baffles, blast baffle, endcap and blast chamber are precision-­machined by five-axis CNCs. Threaded ends on each section provide precise alignment of the bore when the sections are assembled. Finally, each section is permanently sealed by circumferential welds. This approach is credited for the minimal impact shift when the suppressor is installed. There was little-to-no point-of-impact shift when the suppressor heated up. The end cap features a cupped recess to steer blast and energy forward, also improving sound mitigation. All Wilson suppressors are finished in Wilson’s own Armor-­Tuff coating.

A K-­Mount muzzle device is provided with the Quell. The K-­Mount has an aggressive thread-­interface, allowing quick ­installation and seating of any Quell suppressor. A tapered shoulder, just forward of the threads, seats against a collar, which is machined inside the suppressor. This aligns the suppressor and allows a decent return to zero when reinstalled. The taper also seals-­off gas and carbon from reaching the threads, making it easier to remove. Smartly, K-­Mounts can be easily installed using a 7⁄8-inch 12-­point socket.

Weighing 9.2 ounces is impressive; it’s hard to feel this suppressor at the end of a barrel. For comparison, my smartphone weighs 9.8 ounces. I evaluated the Quell on an ultra-­compact WC AR-­9 with an 8-inch 9mm barrel. Complete with suppressor, optic and magazine, it weighed 71/4 pounds. It was an absolute pleasure to shoot.

The 115-­grain +P hollowpoints were the most accurate, but produced a supersonic crack. Subsonic 115-grain loads produced a pleasing thud downrange. Loads were hearing-­safe, controllable, and produced little recoil. Overall, Wilson Combat has a home run with its Quell-series of suppressors. Attention to detail and quality are present throughout. I loved shooting it on the AR-­9, but it proved equally suited for use on just about every 9mm PCC I could put my hands on. Great job, Wilson.

Wilson Combat Quell Ultralight

• Caliber: .358/9mm
• K-Mount Thread Pitches: 1/2x28 and 5⁄8x24
• Overall length: 6.63 in.
• Weight: 9.2 oz
• Diameter: 1.5 in.
• Materials: 6AI-4V titanium
• Finish: Armor-­Tuff (Black)
• MSRP: $1,140
• Manfacturer: Wilson Combat, 800-955-4856, wilsoncombat.com

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