The biggest change for the customer will be to acquire your username and PIN from the ATF.  To create an eForms account, visit eforms.atf.gov to start the process. You will then receive your username from the ATF (they pick it, you do not) and choose a password and PIN (you pick it, they do not).

You will still provide us all of your personal information, your fingerprints and your photo. The biggest change is on Silencer Central’s side as we will now submit all of your information electronically through the eForms website AND your wait time will significantly decrease.

Check current wait times.

The ATF’s new electronic version of the Form 4 will greatly expedite the time required to make these transfers. When a transfer applicant or dealer enters the data electronically, the data will now be transmitted digitally. This cuts out the repetitive need for data entry and validation.

Electronic Form 4 submissions should arrive at the ATF instantaneously, ready for the approval process. All of the time needed for data entry will be cut from the processing time.

Yes, all of our processes are ready and in-place. Not only have we been very involved with the ATF in beta testing for this NEW ATF eForm 4 process, but Silencer Central was also one of the primary companies invited to the final testing and feedback session for eForms.

1. If you have already started your application through the paper-process, then you will need to stay on that path. It is not recommended to withdraw paper applications. Remember: you’re already in line, so why jump out and go to the back of a different one?

2. ATF has stated that any withdrawals of pending paper applications will result in a one-year delay.

If you have already started your application through the paper-process, then you will need to stay on that path. It is not recommended to withdraw paper applications.

The paper version will still be an option. If for any reason you decide you would rather submit on paper, you certainly can, and Silencer Central can still do that on your behalf as we have been doing for years. The wait time will remain similar to what it is currently.

ATF electronic Form 4’s will change the Form 4 from a paper process to an entirely digital process. Silencer Central will submit everything to the ATF digitally and the ATF will send their approval digitally. This will speed up the process of buying and waiting for approval.

The most important change that the ATF has made is the usage and creation of a PIN that will help submit your form digitally. This process will be similar to the pins that have been used for years with ATF Forms 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6.

To create an eForms account, visit eforms.atf.gov to start the process. You will then receive your username from the ATF (they pick it, you do not) and choose a password and PIN (you pick it, they do not).

There are two logical answers to this question. The first is the time it takes for paperwork to make it through the mail, and with postal reliability these days, there’s no telling when your paperwork may actually arrive. Thankfully, that’s now a thing of the past!

The second reason is the amount of time devoted to data entry. When a silencer dealer or individual sends completed paperwork to the ATF to secure permission for a Form 4 transfer, employees at the ATF have to manually enter the data from the forms. (Yes, that’s right: the ATF takes your paper form and enters it into a computer instead of just having you enter it electronically in the first place.)

As you can imagine, this is a time-consuming process. The data must be entered, and then checked, and this process is typically taking upwards of 9 months as of the time of writing.

Yes, you are required to go through the process for each new silencer. However, your photo, fingerprints, and information is securely stored in your customer account, making the process faster.

No, when you purchase your next suppressor you will still need to complete the ATF application process and wait for approval. However, Silencer Central keeps your fingerprints and passport-style photo on file in a secured location making the preparation of your application on future purchases fast and simple.

Yes, you can add your item to a trust at a later date. It requires a new ATF Form 4, effectively acting as a transfer from yourself to the trust. You must re-submit your fingerprints, photo, and the trust document for the new transfer.

While it ultimately comes down to personal preference, there are pros and cons to consider for each:

• Trust Filing

- Pros: Allows multiple co trustees to legally possess and use the suppressor; Simplifies inheritance with a tax exempt Form 5 transfer to lawful heirs; Offers added flexibility, privacy, and sometimes legal protection; Trust setup is provided free of charge by Silencer Central

- Cons: ATF wait times are generally longer since the trust document must be reviewed; Can be complex or expensive to create on your own (but we take care of that for you!)

• Individual Filing

- Pros: Generally faster approval times; May be sufficient if succession planning is already covered in a will.

- Cons: Only the individual owner may use the suppressor unless the owner is present; Less flexibility for shared use; Succession after death may involve probate and added complexity

In general, it is faster to file as an individual. You can see current ATF wait times, based on our customers’ own experience, here.

An NFA gun trust is a specialized trust designed to hold ownership of firearms regulated by the National Firearms Act (NFA), such as silencers. It allows multiple people (acting as co-trustees) to lawfully possess and use these items, simplifies shared access, and ensures seamless inheritance. Because the trust itself does not end at your death, it provides long-term continuity for your family.

Currently, we’re licensed to sell directly to residents in all 42 states where silencers are legal, including Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Nevada, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming.

For most customers, we’re able to mail the approved silencer and all forms directly to you, meaning you’ll never have to visit a physical location. This enables us to sell to customers across the country, no matter their zip code!

On an NFA gun trust, a co-trustee is a person authorized to possess, transport, and use the items owned by the trust, acting as a “responsible person” under ATF regulations.

To add a co-trustee to an NFA gun trust, you will need to draft an amendment to the trust identifying the trust, the settlor (creator/owner of the trust), and the new co-trustee. This amendment must be signed by the settlor in the presence of a notary public.

To transfer non-NFA firearms or other personal property into your NFA gun trust, you will need to complete an “Assignment and Bill of Sale” form, making the trust the legal owner while you retain management as trustee. This keeps all trust-owned items—both NFA and non-NFA—centralized under one estate planning and shared-use structure.

If your application is denied due to your ineligibility to own a silencer or a delayed background check, or is returned without action (RWA), you will receive the full cost of purchase back, less a 25 percent processing fee plus applicable taxes or $200, whichever is greater. In the event of a denial due to a delayed background check or RWA, you may be able to resolve your record or apply for a UPIN. If/when you can do this, Silencer Central will honor a one-time discount equal to the processing fee on an item of equal or lesser value.

A delayed background check means that the National Instant Criminal Background Check System used by the ATF and FBI requires more time to research your records to determine if you are eligible to possess a firearm.

A return without action (RWA) means the ATF has stopped reviewing your application and sent it back because they are not able to approve the form but are not formally denying you as a prohibited person. This typically happens due to missing, incorrect, or incomplete information.

In both of these cases, you may be able to resolve your record or apply for a UPIN.

The real answer to this is that it is entirely up to you. Only you can decide what works best for your circumstances. It’s pretty obvious that we tend to prefer trusts for the flexibility they provide. That’s why we offer trust setup as a free service. However, we also see the benefit to individual filing, as you will likely get your silencer faster. Go through all the pros and cons to each and just know that we’re here to help you regardless of what you choose.

One of the most significant benefits of working with Silencer Central is that we manage your entire buying process and submit your paperwork quickly so the ATF can begin the approval process. Of course, the time for ATF approval following our processing may fluctuate depending upon demand placed on the ATF. Visit NFA-Status to see how fast approvals are arriving.

While we make every effort to fulfill your entire order, on rare occasion we may need to cancel one or more item(s). If we are unable to fulfill your entire order due to merchandise out of stock, you will receive a cancellation e-mail and will not be charged for unshipped item(s).

If uploading an EFT file, it generally takes 1-2 business days to process. If mailing a fingerprint card, allow 7-10 business days for us to receive and process the completed card once mailed.

Log in to your customer account at www.silencercentral.com/login at any time.

You can view our return policy for NFA and non-NFA items here: https://www.silencercentral.com/refund-policy/.

You can view our return policy for NFA and non-NFA items here: https://www.silencercentral.com/refund-policy/.

Yes, we collect sales or other applicable state taxes, based on your order’s “ship to” address. Silencer Central follows the guidelines for each state as they pertain to your order. Most states assess sales tax on shipping and handling charges. All applicable taxes will be clearly displayed on the invoice that accompanies your order. Please note: State sales and other tax rates are subject to change at any time.

Currently, we accept Silencer Central Gift Cards, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover payment options. Gift cards that display the Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover logos are also accepted.

All prices and amounts are in U.S. dollars.

Current law allows us to collect sales or other applicable state taxes, based on the order’s “ship to” address. Silencer Central follows the guidelines for each state as they pertain to your order. Most states assess sales tax on shipping and handling charges. All applicable taxes will be clearly displayed on the invoice that accompanies your order. If you have questions about the taxes on your order, please call us at 866.891.4494.

Note: State sales and other tax rates are subject to change at any time.

If you are interested in purchasing a Silencer Central gift card, click here. Gift cards are available online in the following denominations: $100, $250, $500, $750, and $1,000. Gift cards never expire.

Customers can select Sezzle as a payment option at checkout on www.silencercentral.com. This will cause a pop-up to open and will display a few additional questions from Sezzle to complete checkout. Approval is instant—you can complete your purchase in seconds.

Sezzle will split the total cost of purchase into 4 equal payments over 6 weeks. As long as payments are made on time, there’s typically no interest.

Sezzle generally uses a “soft” credit check or no credit check at all for most users. This means there is no impact on your credit score to use it.

As long as payments are made on time, there’s typically no interest.

On www.silencercentral.com, Sezzle offers 4 equal payments over 6 weeks.

They also offer additional financing options at www.sezzle.com.

Yes! Sezzle orders are considered paid in full at the time of purchase. This means, as soon as you receive ATF approval and all legal requirements have been met, we will ship your order!

Customers in Silencer Central’s licensed states (Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Nevada, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming.) can use Sezzle when completing their purchase on silencercentral.com, subject to Sezzle approval at checkout.

Sezzle orders are considered paid in full at checkout, allowing your order to move through the process and ship once ATF approval is received and all legal requirements have been met.

No. While Silencer Central is happy to assist you with product questions, questions about our process, your application and order status, and more, you will need to contact Sezzle for all things related to your Sezzle payment plan. This includes: payment schedules, payment methods, declined payments, or installment management.

You can contact Sezzle support at 1-888-540-1867 or sezzle.com/contact-us.

No. Existing/active eZ-Pay plans will remain unchanged. However, eZ-Pay will no longer be an option for future orders.

If you are disapproved by the ATF or your order is otherwise canceled, Silencer Central will notify Sezzle of the cancellation and they will refund you.

- Cut and Recrown – $69.99
- Recrown Only- $39.99
- Move Or Install Front Sight – $44.99
- Check Thread/Alignment – $24.99

All additional gunsmithing services can be added to your Barrel Threading order

We will send you a pre-packaged box (4″ x 8″ x 48″) containing two soft cases with a prepaid return shipping label. You will remove all accessories from your rifle and package your barrel(s) in the provided soft cases, fill out the order form and secure it in the soft case, then use the prepaid label to send it off to Silencer Central.

- Purchase the 360 Mailing Program with your order
- Drop off your barrels at our in-store location

*Please note, items must be unloaded, ensure there is no round in the chamber and that the magazine or tube is empty before shipping or dropping off with us.
*Silencer Central can not accept firearms that do not have a visible serial number unless documentation is included. If we receive a firearm with no visible serial number & lacking documentation, the item will be turned over to the ATF.
* Silencer Central Uses 4″x8″x48″ boxes, please ensure your riffle/barrel will fit into the container for return shipping. Silencer Central will not accept odd-shaped cases such as guitar cases or oversized gun cases.

Items dropped off at our Sioux Falls, SD location may be picked up in the store or shipped to you for $19.99.

If your barrel was shipped with a 360 Mailing Program, orders will be shipped to you when the work is completed.

No, rifle silencers are actually legal in 42 U.S. states. Only 9 states (California, Illinois, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Delaware, Hawaii and Washington D.C). ban individual ownership of silencers or suppressors.

Lucky for you, Silencer Central is here to make the process easy! We are licensed in all 42 states where rifle silencers are legal. If you want to learn more about regulations in your state, check out our state-by-state guide on silencer ownership.

And if you happen to be traveling with your suppressor, the good news is that, unlike other NFA items, you don’t have to notify the ATF when you travel or relocate.

Absolutely. In fact, rifles are by far the most common type of firearm on which to mount a silencer. Like rifles, silencers are common among hunters. Your hunting rifle should definitely have a silencer, because first and foremost, they reduce noise pollution. Meaning you’re not going to scare off every critter in a 10 mile radius.

But silencers also reduce recoil, muzzle blast, and the risk of hearing damage. They also are known to increase accuracy, helping you make that once-in-a-lifetime shot. Some rifles can also be integrally suppressed to reduce noise even more. They also have important safety benefits, like allowing you to be more aware of your surroundings. Without having to wear hearing protection, you can listen for sounds of other predators or hunters.

Well the jury’s out on this one, because there is so much that affects a suppressor’s dB testing at any given time. A gunshot’s volume, measured in decibels, or “dB”, depends on the weight, caliber, and speed of the bullet, the length of the barrel, not to mention how fast the gunpowder is burning. A gunshot can also be impacted by something as simple as temperature or humidity.

Price is not necessarily indicative of quality. But material is. The best suppressors are made out of 100% titanium. Titanium is both lightweight and quicker at cooling hot muzzle gas than steel or aluminum.

If we had to choose a quietest silencer to recommend, we’d suggest the BANISH 30 multi-caliber suppressor, because it has the highest sound reduction in comparison to its competitors of similar weight and material.

What is the best rifle suppressor? This is up for debate, but we’re partial to the BANISH line of silencers. BANISH suppressors are the original multi-caliber suppressors, making them incredibly versatile and able to fit more than just one gun. Our BANISH suppressors were designed to be most user friendly silencers on the market, without sacrificing quality.

When buying a suppressor, you should make sure to think about what caliber you need, what material it’s made out of, how it will impact your performance (ie. point-of-impact shift, velocity, recoil), whether you need a threaded barrel, if you’re interested in subsonic shooting, getting the paperwork done with the ATF, and price.

You should also consider how and why you’ll be using it. Are you hoping to reduce noise pollution? Increase the accuracy of your shots? Trying to reduce the risk of hearing loss? All these factors will contribute to the type of silencer that works best for you.

When you fire a round, burning gas builds up pressure behind the bullet and thrusts it down your bore. When the bullet leaves, a burst of host gas exists behind it, releasing a loud noise.

In comes a silencer. A silencer slows down the gas by redirecting it through a series of baffles before it can escape the silencer. This allows any unburnt powder to finish burning off, which reduces muzzle flash. It also gives the gas more time to slow down and cool, so that when it does escape the silencer, it’s moving slower and under less pressure, which means it’s also quieter.

If you want to learn more about how silencers work and get into the nitty gritty, check out our article, “An Inside Look at How Suppressors Work”.

Choosing the right silencer can be complicated. There are a ton of different factors that come into play, including ones you may not have thought about. These include things like material, weight, length, caliber compatibility, price, and whether or not it’s threaded.

You might also want to consider how you are using it. Is your silencer going on a rifle or a .22? Is it a hunting rifle, or one you keep for protection? What are your goals? To reduce the risk of hearing loss? Have less noise pollution? Increase your shot’s accuracy? Reduce recoil? All these factors make a difference.

That’s why the Silencer Central team is here to help. Our sales staff will walk you through the process from start to finish, from choosing the right silencer, to filling out the paperwork, and getting it in your hands.

Yes! Doing so is very common with a stacked baffle design, like the BANISH 30.

Having one silencer for all rifle applications doesn’t often impact performance because .308 silencers are longer with additional baffles. Due to its light weight, titanium is one of the most popular materials for application on all sub calibers. Please note that not all .308 silencers work well on a .223. Stack baffle design is typically best for dual application because there is a greater surface area to remove heat from the blast.

In recent tests, we found that our own exclusive silencer, the BANISH 30, was quieter on a .223 than a .223 silencer was. Additionally, we have tested some silencers that are not hearing safe on all sub-calibers. As such, it’s best to ask our staff if you have a specific question about certain models.

You can hunt all game animals with a silencer in the the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, North Carolina, North Dakota, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Wisconsin and Wyoming.

See Suppressor Laws for other states.

No, shotgun silencers are absolutely not illegal. With the exception of a few homebrew, DIY contraptions, all silencers are legal in 42 of our great 50 states. Only California, Illinois, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Delaware, Hawaii, and Washington D.C. ban individual silencer ownership.

We made it our business to be everywhere silencers are legal, so we’re licensed in each of those 42 states. If you want to learn more about specific regulations in your state, feel free to check out our state-by-state guide on silencer ownership, or give us a call at 866-891-4494. We’d be happy to talk you through the legality, paperwork, and decision process.

You sure can, with the one and only commercially available shotgun suppressor, the SilencerCo Salvo 12.

Until recently, the answer to this question was “no.” However, to the benefit of shotgun owners around America, that has finally changed.

These days, you can absolutely silence a shotgun. The folks over at SilencerCo have made it possible with the Salvo 12. The Salvo 12 is a 6.73-12.52″ aluminum beauty that can handle nearly all shotguns and ammunition on the market today including pump actions, semi-autos, and inertia driven models. It puts the sound down to a safe 136.8 dB, well below the 140 dB recommended by OSHA.

A shotgun silencer like the Salvo 12 is perfect for turkey hunting out near our headquarters in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, or if that’s not your speed, sporting waterfowl or clay pigeons, or yes, home defense.

The Salvo 12 is the only shotgun silencer on the market, and at its full-length configuration, it brings a shotgun’s noise level down to 136.8 dB. Which, according to OSHA, is considered safe without additional hearing protection. 

There is only one commercially available shotgun silencer on the market, the Salvo 12. There is an incredible amount of engineering and design that has gone into building the world’s first widely-available shotgun silencer. The quality of work inherent to this product is reflected in the price.

Naturally, though, if and when more shotgun silencers eventually do make it onto the commercial market, we will likely see a wider range of prices. But until then, you have a great choice with the Salvo 12, and although the price isn’t flexible, you can at the very least trust that it is a one-of-a-kind piece of craftsmanship.

There are three VIP tiers based on your spending over a rolling 12-month period: 
- Aluminum: Automatically granted upon joining the program. 
- Stainless Steel: Earned after spending $2,500 in a 12-month period. You’ll receive 400 bonus points and a 1.5x multiplier on earnings for purchases, birthday rewards, referrals, anniversary rewards, and product reviews. 
- Titanium: Earned after spending $4,500 in a 12-month period. You’ll receive 500 bonus points and a 2.0x multiplier on the same actions listed above. 

Your tier is valid for a rolling 12-month period starting from the date you qualify. If you have not purchased enough product to qualify for the same tier you will be moved down to the appropriate tier based on your spending.

VIP members get accelerated point earning via multipliers and bonus entry points when reaching a new tier. For example, Titanium members earn double points on key actions compared to base-tier members.

You will receive points for every actual product purchased from Silencer Central. You will not receive points for dollars spent on taxes or shipping. 

Yes! You’ll earn 20 points for sharing our Facebook page. This can be done once per user.

You’ll receive 50 points on your birthday. If your birthday is within 30 days of signing up, your reward may be delayed by up to 30 days to prevent fraud.

Verified buyers can earn 200 points per review, once per month, after filling out the review sent via email about their purchased product.