Do Suppressors Actually Make Guns Silent?

Do Suppressors Actually Make Guns Silent?

Posted by SilentAF on Feb 18th 2026

Is the Term “Silencer” Actually Factual? Suppressors, commonly referred to as “silencers,” have become a hot topic of debate, especially when it comes to their effectiveness in reducing firearm noise. The typical portrayal of silencers in movies, TV shows, and video games …
Suppressor Myths vs Facts

Suppressor Myths vs Facts

Feb 12th 2026

What Shooters Need to Know Before Buying When it comes to firearm accessories, suppressors are one of the most misunderstood in existence. Thanks to decades of Hollywood exaggeration, media myths, and outdated assumptions, many people still believe suppressors are silent, illegal, or only used for t …
Why Suppressors Are Essential for Nighttime Hunting

Why Suppressors Are Essential for Nighttime Hunting

Feb 3rd 2026

Improve Your Nighttime Hunting Experience by Decreasing Your Decibel Output Nighttime hunting presents a completely different set of challenges compared to daytime hunts. Reduced visibility, heightened animal awareness, and quieter surroundings demand gear that enhances control, safety, and …
Do Suppressors Increase Accuracy?

Do Suppressors Increase Accuracy?

Jan 24th 2026

Does Throwing a Can on Increase How Accurate You Shoot? Suppressors are often associated with sound reduction, but many shooters—hunters, competitors, and tactical users alike—ask a more performance-driven question: do suppressors actually increase accuracy and help with faster follow-up …
How to Purchase a Suppressor

How to Purchase a Suppressor

Posted by SilentAF on Jan 15th 2026

A Complete Guide to Legally Getting Your Suppressor For hunters or your avid shooters who want to protect their hearing, reduce recoil, and keep the target in their sights, a suppressor can be an invaluable addition to your firearm. However, it is not as simple as just going to the gun store and …
Understanding the NFA and the $200 Tax Stamp

Understanding the NFA and the $200 Tax Stamp

Posted by SilentAF on Jan 10th 2026

Why you need to pay $200 for a suppressor and other nfa items In the world of firearms regulation, few laws are as impactful—or as widely misunderstood—as the National Firearms Act (NFA). Passed in 1934, the NFA was the first federal attempt to regulate and track certain categories of …