Suppressors Aren’t Just for the Movies
Hollywood aside, suppressors have real-world uses for everyday shooters. Here's a brief look at practical applications for suppressors.
Common Muzzle Devices and Their Uses
Muzzle devices serve different purposes. What’s right for one firearm may be all wrong for another. The trick is knowing each gun’s purpose and why you want a specific muzzle device. Here’s a brief rundown on various muzzle device types, what they’re good for, and what they’re not.
A Brief History of the Automatic Rifle
The history of automatic rifles stretches back to the 19th century. Let’s look briefly at how automatic rifles evolved over the decades.
What Is the ATF and What Do They Do?
Legal firearms owners are bound by certain laws and regulations, and it falls to ATF to enforce them. Here's what you need to know.
Pierce Brosnan, despite being the fifth Bond, still carried the reliable PPK, seen here suppressed. (MGM)
Silencers in Cinema
Hollywood has long used silencers in cinema as effective plot tools. Check out these four film franchises that offer different takes on suppressors.
SilencerCo – Best Suppressors for .45 in 2023
SilencerCo offers the best suppressors for .45 caliber. Here's the breakdown of the options by real-world criteria, including affordability, noise level by caliber, compactness, and versatility.
Rimfire vs Centerfire: Which is Better?
Rimfire vs centerfire, most shooters know those terms refer to ammunition cartridge types, but what's the difference? Does SilencerCo offer silencers that suppress both? Here's the rundown.
SilencerCo Mounting Systems
As suppressors become more popular, selecting the right mounting system is more imperative than ever. SilencerCo Mounting Systems are designed to ensure that your suppressors fit and perform at their best. Here's our guide on selecting the right one.
National Firearms Act (NFA) and Silencer Laws
To legally obtain a silencer, Americans must complete the steps required by the NFA. This is the history behind the process and what to expect when you buy a silencer.
SilencerCo: On a Mission To Do It Better
SilencerCo is busy as ever! Investments in new machine tools, robotics, and processes are ultimately investments in their people. Such efforts rarely go unrewarded, and SilencerCo’s path forward appears surer than ever.
The Welrod Assassin’s Pistol
The Welrod was made in WWII to kill enemy sentries or high-value personnel silently at close range. Let's take a closer look.
