You should buy from Silencer Central
We simplify the process
We were the first silencer reseller and have been making silencer buying super simple since 2005!
We only do silencers
We are not a gun shop that sells silencers on the side like virtually everyone else.
We are experts ready to listen
We offer a full-time staff of experts dedicated to streamlining your silencer buying experience and answering your questions.
We ship direct to your door
We have satellite locations in 42 silencer-legal states, which allows us to deliver your new silencer directly to your door.
We offer a free NFA Gun Trust
We offer a free NFA Gun Trust (a $250 value) for a joint ownership to legally share your silencer (and select an inheritor).
We get you going for 25% down
Pay only 25% down, and we will file your paperwork with the ATF. Our interest-free, payment plan lets you pay for it while you wait for it.
We offer barrel threading
In the event you need your rifle barrel threaded to accept your new silencer, we will take care of that through our Threading Central.
We know the rules
As the only silencer reseller on the ATF advisory board we not only know the rules and regs, we also follow them for your protection.
We prioritize safety and security
It is our job to protect your sensitive information including gun trusts and fingerprint records; keeping your data secure for your next purchase.
We offer shopping protection
Buy from Silencer Central and get the Norton Shopping Guarantee for identity theft protection, dispute resolution, and a lowest price. All for free.
The Silencer Central Difference
At Silencer Central, we aim to make a difference. We have worked purposefully to become an expert on the laws regulating our business—attending ATF compliancy events, working with attorneys on firearms statutes, and gaining insight to pass on to our valuable customers. We make it our goal to be involved, to communicate our purpose, and to have a voice in terms of the right of the people to keep and bear arms.
We attend dozens of tradeshows and make it our mission to extend our findings. We rely on technology to manage the customer purchasing process and keep them apprised along the way. Our customers enjoy fee-free and interest-free services. Count on trusted services, utmost credibility, and a proven tenure in the industry. Silencer Central is leading the way to support fellow outdoor enthusiasts, with every customer at the forefront.
Our Founder
Brandon Maddox, the CEO and founder of Silencer Central, is widely recognized as an influential figure in the field of firearms and silencer regulations at local, state, and federal levels. Recently, he was honored with the NRA’s 2024 Pioneer Award in recognition of his significant contributions. What began as Maddox’s home-based Federal Firearms License (FFL) has grown into the largest silencer dealer in the nation, with locations in all 42 states where silencers are legal. With 20 years of experience in the silencer dealer and manufacturer space, Maddox has become a prominent figure in the industry and currently serves on the esteemed bipartisan Board of Directors for the Congressional Sportsmen Foundation.
Prior to establishing Silencer Central, Maddox held several leadership positions in sales and marketing within the pharmaceutical industry. He is a graduate of the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill School of Pharmacy and holds a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) from Duke University. Maddox is passionate about introducing firearm enthusiasts to shooting suppressed, which he believes is a life-changing experience for the customer.
Leadership
Brandon May is Silencer Central’s Chief Operating Officer. A native from Minnesota and a Graduate of Moorhead State University in Healthcare Administration, Brandon received his Master’s in Business Administrations from the University of Mary. Prior to Silencer Central, Brandon held various roles over the past 10 years that focused on driving standards, building processes, leading acquisitions, and growing teams. He’s finding his professional passion is creating and driving high-functioning teams in fast-paced environments. Brandon has a knack and strong skillset on integrating large complex organizations, identifying business value, and enabling this through people, process, and technology.
Away from home, you can find Brandon spending time with his beautiful wife Alyson and his 3 children Edison, Estelle, and Everette. When he finds a free weekend, you can find him spending his time in the outdoors either in a hunting blind or out on the water fishing.
Warren leads the accounting, finance, and human resources teams at Silencer Central, while driving the company’s profitable and aggressive growth strategy.
A Minnesota State – Mankato alum, Warren brings a wealth of experience to Silencer Central having worked in accounting and manufacturing for several high-growth companies and start-ups throughout his more than 20-year career.
Warren lives on a hobby farm with his wife. The couple have two grown daughters. Around the farm, Warren enjoys driving his tractor, bailing hay, and tree felling.