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How to buy a suppressor from us:

Quiet guns are not magic. They still go bang. They just do it with less fanfare. If you want one, here is the simple, shopper friendly guide to buying a suppressor from our shop. We handle the heavy lifting, you pick the model and practice your trigger discipline.

Quick overview

Buying a suppressor in the United States is legal in many states but it is regulated under the National Firearms Act. The core steps are choose your suppressor, complete the NFA paperwork, provide ID style documents and fingerprints, pay the required fee, wait for ATF approval, then pick up your suppressor from the dealer once the transfer is complete. We walk you through every step so you do not get lost in forms or finger paint. ATF Form 4

Not every state allows suppressors. Before you buy, check your state and local laws. If your state allows them, make sure you meet federal and state eligibility rules such as minimum age and residency requirements. We can help you check that before you start the paperwork.

Think about caliber compatibility, length and weight, and whether you want one can for rifle centerfire or rimfire only. If you are unsure, ask us. We will recommend models based on what you shoot, how often you shoot, and whether you want something compact for range days or a heavier can for precision work.

You can register a suppressor in your name as an individual or in the name of a trust. Each option has pros and cons. Individuals sometimes get approvals quicker. Trusts can make transferring items between multiple people easier and help with estate planning. If you want a trust and do not have one, we can help set it up or point you to a professional. Recent sources explain differences and trends in processing times for trust versus individual filings.

When you buy from us we take possession of the suppressor and hold it while the ATF processes the transfer. You will complete an ATF Form 4 transfer application for a dealer to customer transfer. You can submit the Form 4 on paper or electronically through ATF eForms. Electronic filing tends to be faster and is the preferred route for most dealers and customers.

For a Form 4 application the ATF requires fingerprint cards and passport style photos for the responsible person or persons listed. We offer services to capture fingerprints electronically for eForm uploads. We can help you with this step at our shop so you do not have to guess which box to check.

Historically the Form 4 process required a $200 tax payment per suppressor until December 21, 2025. If you would like to purchase a suppressor now and not pay the tax stamp, we would be happy to hold the suppressor until the transfer paperwork is filed in January. 

Processing time varies. Electronic filings have been significantly faster than paper filings in recent years. We track processing times and will let you know when the ATF approves your Form 4. Once approved the stamped Form 4 is returned to us and we will schedule your pickup. Expect times to vary from days to months depending on the filing method and ATF backlog. We will keep you updated every step of the way. ATF Processing Times

After approval you will come in with your ID and sign the transfer paperwork. We will verify everything and release the suppressor to you.

FAQ

What is the minimum age?

You’ll need to be at least 21 years old if you’re buying from a dealer (like us). If it’s a private transfer, the minimum is 18. Either way, you’ll also need to meet the usual legal requirements: US citizenship or permanent residency, no felony record, and all that fun background check stuff.

 

Ah, the million-dollar question (well… the $200 tax-stamp question). ATF wait times have been all over the map. Lately, electronic Form 4 submissions can be as quick as a few months, but paper applications still tend to take longer. Think of it like ordering barbecue in Texas, you’ll wait a bit, but it’s worth it when you finally get your hands on it. ATF Processing Times

Nope. Suppressors are regulated under the National Firearms Act, so they have to be transferred through a licensed dealer. That means you’ll pick it up from us once ATF gives the green light.

Not necessarily. Registering as an individual is the simplest path, and many buyers go that route. A trust makes sense if you want multiple people to legally use the suppressor, or if you like the idea of a cleaner hand-off in estate planning. We’ll walk you through both options so you can choose what fits best.

Short answer: For now, yes, but the $200 tax stamp will gone for silencers, short barrel rifles and short barrel shotguns starting January 1, 2026. The forms and approval steps are still there, just the tax payment is gone. This change is recent and implementation details are still being finalized. We will keep a close eye on this for you. 

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