March 21, 2023 GunsAmerica Digest launched a new Suppressor Academy website that provides a wealth of information about suppressors (aka, “silencers”) and “cans”. The Suppressor Academy website resource page has in-depth articles that provide valuable information for anyone who is interested in purchasing a suppressor. These articles provide information on the key benefits of suppressors and how to choose one. They also explain how to comply with Federal laws and state laws that regulate suppressors. Below are links to four articles from the Suppressor Academy. To read the full article, click the title of each topic.
Photo: American Suppressor AssociationSuppressors are now legal in 42 U.S. States. A $200 Tax Stamp is required to obtain a suppressor. To be eligible to buy a suppressor, you must pass a background check by the BATFE, pay a $200 Transfer Tax, and meet age requirements. (SEE ALL Requirements). A suppressor can be used for hunting in most, but not all, of these states. California, Delaware, Hawaii and Illinois are the eight states that prohibit civilian suppressor ownership. READ THE FULL ARTICLE ON GunsAmerica Digest. Suppressors are used to reduce the sound produced by firing rifle or pistol rounds. True Pearce, GunsAmerica Digest editor, points out that there are many other reasons to have a suppressor. A suppressor can reduce muzzleblast and felt recoil. Because it reduces noise energy at its source, the suppressor can prevent hearing damage caused by bone conduction. The suppressor can reduce shot noise, which can be a problem when hunting. A suppressor makes it easier to communicate with your hunt team members. Suppressors are less likely to pick up dirt, dust, and sand when you shoot prone than a muzzle brake. READ THE FULL ARTICLE ON GUNSAMED DIGITAL. There is confusion about the laws regarding suppressors. They are now legal in 42 U.S. States. No additional license or permit is required in most states that allow suppressor ownership. However, you must comply with Federal requirements to acquire the suppressor. A trust may be a good idea to hold the suppressor. There are many practical benefits to this trust. The Traditional NFA Gun Trust allows multiple parties to be responsible, i.e. The Traditional NFA Gun Trust allows multiple responsible parties, i.e. “trustees”, legal possession of the suppressor. Each trust will require verification of each trustee. A $200 tax stamp will be issued for each suppressor that the trust owns. READ THE FULL ARTICLE ON GunsAmerica Digest. There are many things to consider when shopping for a suppressor: price, build quality and materials, sound level reduction effectiveness and weight, as well as ease of mounting and cleaning. All suppressor buyers should research the options. Make sure to research the reputation of the manufacturer and review diagrams for assembly and maintenance. There are always compromises. While shorter suppressors might save weight, they may not cut decibels as well. Also, consider the caliber. Will your suppressor be used with multiple firearms? If so, make sure you get the one that will fit your largest caliber. READ THE FULL ARTICLE ON GunsAmerica Digest
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