Description
Direct thread mounts are simple and repeatable, but nobody loves spinning a hot can off a bare muzzle at the range. SilencerCo's answer is the TOM system, and the Charlie Thread Over Mount (AC5229) is the half that lives in your suppressor. It threads into the front of your can, then screws down over the TOMD Compact Radial Brake on your rifle's muzzle. The result is a mounting setup that gives you the quick attach convenience of the ASR system with the dead-simple feel of direct thread, all while seating the suppressor cleanly and consistently on the end of the barrel.
How the Charlie TOM Mount Works
Here's the part that matters: there are no moving parts. No taper collars to gunk up, no locking levers, no ratchet teeth. The mount simply threads over the brake, which means fewer things to break and one less point of failure when the round count climbs. It also keeps your barrel threads and crown protected under the brake instead of exposed every time you pull the can. At 1.5 inches long with minimal added weight, it keeps your setup compact instead of tacking on unnecessary length. Keep in mind the TOMD Compact Radial Brake is required to run this mount and is sold separately, so plan on grabbing one for each host rifle.
Charlie Thread Over Mount Compatibility
This is the Charlie pattern mount, which fits SilencerCo suppressors including the Chimera 300, Omega 36M, Hybrid 46M, Saker ASR, and the Velos LBP series. If you run an Omega 300, Hybrid 46, or Scythe-Ti, you'll want the Bravo version instead, so double check which thread pattern your can uses before ordering. If you own more than one host rifle, the smart move is one Charlie TOM on the suppressor and a TOMD brake on each barrel. Swap the can between rifles in seconds and get back to shooting.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: SilencerCo
- Manufacturer Part Number: AC5229
- UPC: 816413028230
- Model: Charlie TOM (Thread Over Mount)
- Mount Type: Thread over, quick attach/detach
- Required Muzzle Device: SilencerCo TOMD Compact Radial Brake (sold separately)
- Suppressor Compatibility: Chimera 300, Omega 36M, Hybrid 46M, Saker ASR, Velos LBP series
- Finish: Black
- Length: 1.5 in
- Moving Parts: None
- Weight: Approx. 0.14 lb
What’s Included
- SilencerCo Charlie Thread Over Mount (AC5229)
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need anything else to use the Charlie Thread Over Mount?
Yes, the TOM system requires the SilencerCo TOMD Compact Radial Brake, which is sold separately. The mount threads into your suppressor, and the brake goes on your barrel. The two pieces work together, so the mount won't do anything on its own.
Which suppressors work with the Charlie TOM Mount?
The Charlie version fits SilencerCo cans that use the Charlie mounting pattern, including the Chimera 300, Omega 36M, Hybrid 46M, Saker ASR, and the Velos LBP series. If you run an Omega 300, Hybrid 46, or Scythe-Ti, those use the Bravo pattern and you'd need the Bravo TOM (AC5230) instead.
How is this different from a standard direct thread mount?
A direct thread mount screws straight onto your barrel threads, which is simple but slow to swap and leaves your threads exposed when the can comes off. The Charlie Thread Over Mount screws down over the TOMD brake instead, so you get quick on-and-off between rifles while the brake stays put and protects your barrel threads and crown.
Are there any moving parts that can wear out or fail?
No, and that's the whole appeal. Unlike lever or ratchet style quick-detach systems, the TOM is just threads over a brake with nothing mechanical to loosen, gunk up, or break. It's a minimalist design that adds very little weight and should outlast most of the gear in your range bag.





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