In a match made in suppressor heaven, Angstadt Arms and Franklin Armory are dropping a bombshell for 2026: the F-22-V line, a trio of integrally suppressed .22LR platforms in pistol, rifle, and SBR configurations. We’re talking Vanquish 22 barrels seamlessly welded right into Franklin’s legendary Binary Trigger-equipped F-22 receivers—quiet, compact, and ready to shred cans without the NFA song and dance. No detachable cans to lose, no extra length to lug around; this is integral suppression done right, blending Angstadt’s whisper-quiet engineering (we’re looking at sub-hearing levels on .22LR) with Franklin’s butter-smooth, semi-auto-meets-binary fire rate that turns plinking into a fireworks show.
What makes this a game-changer for the 2A crowd? Context first: the .22LR market has exploded post-pandemic as the ultimate trainer—cheap ammo, low recoil, high volume—but suppressors have always been the bottleneck, thanks to ATF red tape and added bulk. Enter the F-22-V: it’s not just a gimmick; it’s a tactical plinker that sidesteps brace drama in pistol form, offers SBR brevity for CQB fantasies, and delivers rifle-length fun without the stamp wait. Angstadt’s Vanquish tech, proven in their standalone suppressors, now integral means zero point-of-impact shift after thousands of rounds, perfect for precision drills or small-game hunts. Pair that with Franklin’s binary trigger (legally full-auto-esque without the Hughes amendment headaches), and you’ve got a suppressed firehose that’s NFA-optional across formats—pure freedom multiplier.
Implications? This duo is thumbing their noses at the anti-gun narrative that assault weapons need heavy regulation; here’s a rimfire rig that’s as fun as an MP5 but accessible to normies. Expect shelf-storming demand from new shooters dipping toes into suppression, competition shooters chasing quiet edges, and preppers stocking lightweight trainers. In a world where Biden’s ATF keeps grasping at pistol braces and auto-sears, collabs like this fortify the industry—innovating around obstacles, proving 2A ingenuity thrives. If you’re building a .22 collection, clear calendar for 2026; the F-22-V isn’t just new iron, it’s the future of suppressed liberty.
