Silencer Saturday #386: Faxon Twenty-Toucan - Heavy-Duty Modularity

Good afternoon, everyone, and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday, brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the YHM R45 Multi-Host Suppressor. Today, we’re diving into a fresh offering from Faxon Firearms, a company known for precision barrels and innovative firearm components. The Faxon Twenty-Toucan .22 Cal Modular Suppressor has been generating buzz since its announcement at SHOT Show 2025 and release just a month ago, and for good reason. This versatile, user-serviceable can is designed for .22 LR, .22 WMR, and 5.7x28mm, blending modularity, durability, and impressive sound suppression. Today, we’ll talk about what makes the Twenty-Toucan worth talking about and what my experiences with it have been so far.

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Silencer Saturday #386: Faxon Twenty-Toucan - Heavy-Duty Modularity

Faxon Firearms, based in Cincinnati, Ohio, has built a reputation for quality and innovation, especially when it comes to rimfire products. The Twenty-Toucan marks its bold entry into the suppressor market. With shipping starting in late May 2025, this brand-new .22 caliber suppressor is engineered for shooters who value customization, rugged performance, and ease of maintenance. With a modular design, full-auto rating, and a focus on user tunability, the Twenty-Toucan is a pretty ambitious first step into the world of suppressors - but given Faxon’s solid history as a company, I think their first entry will do just fine.

Key Specifications

• Caliber Compatibility: .22 LR, .22 WMR, 5.7x28mm (minimum 5" barrel for 5.7x28mm)
• Material: 17-4 stainless steel with black nitride finish
• Length: Configurable – 3.87" (5.1 oz) in short mode, 5.75" (8 oz) in full-length mode
• Diameter: 1.07"
• Thread Pattern: 1/2x28 TPI direct thread
• Sound Reduction: Up to 28.8 dB (independent testing)
• Features: Modular design, user-serviceable, full-auto rated, configurable baffle stack
• Accessories: Includes removable extension tube, custom end cap, and a “rifled” challenge coin that doubles as a tool-free takedown aid
• MSRP: $400

When we talked about the intersection of rimfire suppressors and value in our article on the FRW Taquito, I can already tell you that the sheer amount of features and design characteristics make it well worth the $400 you pay for it upfront, in addition to the $200 tax stamp. Let's get into why I think that.

Design and Features

The Twenty-Toucan is all about its versatility. Its modular design allows shooters to switch between a compact 3.87" configuration for maneuverability, compact storage, or even weight reduction. The full-length 5.75" configuration is a great setup for maximum sound suppression. The suppressor’s baffle stack is a highlight, featuring six baffles— it ships with three standard in the fore section and three perforated in the main body/mount, allowing users to fine-tune sound tone, flash signature, and backpressure. Want a quieter tone? Place perforated baffles closer to the breech to manage gas flow. Need to reduce muzzle flash? Position them toward the muzzle. This level of customization is a dream for tinkerers who love dialing in their setup.

On the durability front, since it's supposed to handle the higher pressures of the 5.7x28mm round, it is made from 17-4 stainless steel with a black nitride finish, the Twenty-Toucan is built to withstand serious range time, and abuse including full-auto fire with .22 LR and .22 WMR (and 5.7x28mm with a 5" or longer barrel). Its user-serviceable design makes cleaning straightforward, with removable baffles and an included tool (that nifty challenge coin) for easy disassembly. At 5.1 oz in short mode, it’s lightweight enough to keep your rimfire rifle or pistol agile, whether you’re plinking or running a 5.7x28mm PDW like the Ruger LC Carbine. As an added bonus, the inclusion of wrench flats and the integration of the mount into the primary body of the suppressor is also a nice feature that keeps things nice and simple for maintenance.

Performance

From our first couple of range sessions with the suppressor, Hop and I have been pretty impressed with its sound suppression characteristics for both .22LR and 5.7x28mm. Independent testing has shown a reduction of up to 28.8 dB, placing the Twenty-Toucan among the quietest in its class. This makes it an excellent choice for backyard plinking sessions or introducing new shooters to suppressed shooting without intimidating noise. The suppressor’s compatibility with .22 LR, .22 WMR, and 5.7x28mm means it’s versatile enough for a range of hosts, from Ruger 10/22 rifles to FN PS90s. The full-auto rating adds appeal for those who want a can that can handle high-volume shooting without breaking a sweat, or who have the money and fortune of owning a full-auto for casual range use.

When it comes to a shorter barreled 5.7x28mm (10 on my LC Carbine), the noise reduction is just as impressive as 5.7x28mm is loud from any barrel length and it seems that the Toucan has just enough room inside of it and efficient enough baffle design to help quell the noise to almost hearing safe levels out of the LC Carbine. The shorter configuration might as well be unsuppressed because I couldn’t really tell a difference aside from the recoil characteristics (less recoil with the added weight). Subsonic 5.7x28mm, while rare, does exist and makes the LC Carbine about as nice to shoot as rimfire when combined with the Toucan suppressor.

To sum up, what I’ve seen out of it so far, compared to budget-friendly options like the Fletcher Rifle Works Taquito 22 ($350), the Twenty-Toucan commands a slightly higher price of $100 but offers superior durability and modularity for hardcore users. It’s a step above entry-level cans while remaining accessible for most shooters, especially if that pesky NFA tax gets eliminated. I like it because it sounds good, is affordable, and is made from durable materials rather than chasing a few ounces here and there with aluminum or expensive titanium.

Real-World Applications

The Twenty-Toucan shines in two main areas - versatility and sound performance. Pair it with a Ruger 10/22 for a whisper-quiet plinking session, or slap it on a 5.7x28mm pistol like the FN Five-seveN for a compact, suppressed PDW setup. Its lightweight design and short configuration make it ideal for rimfire pistols like the SIG P322, where added weight can throw off balance - if you’re worried about that, there’s always the short configurations. For those lucky enough to partake in full-auto shenanigans, the suppressor’s robust construction ensures it can keep up with rapid-fire .22 LR or 5.7x28mm builds.

Final Thoughts

I think the Faxon Twenty-Toucan is a refreshing suppressor entry for rimfire and 5.7x28mm shooters. Its modular design, rugged construction, and customizable baffle system make it a top pick for 2025, especially when you consider the value you’re getting out of it - $400 for an extremely durable and versatile suppressor. So in my opinion, whether you’re a casual plinker, a full-auto enthusiast, or a precision shooter, this suppressor delivers both performance and personality in spades with a lot of wiggle room in between all of that. Faxon’s first official entry into the suppressor market with the Twenty-Toucan proves they’re not just resting on their barrel-making laurels—they’re pushing the envelope with innovative and highly focused shooting products, and I’m excited to see how their upcoming Harmonix Sentry and Ion suppressors perform.

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