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As of July 13th, 2016, BATFE Rule 41F went into effect. While this ruling did change the process of purchasing NFA-regulated items, Silencer Warehouse is dedicated to helping you easily understand and navigate the new requirements. From clarification about ownership eligibility to helpful hints on how to properly complete each form, we are here to provide you with all of the information you need.


PURCHASE
AS AN
INDIVIDUAL

CONVENIENT & QUICK
NO LEGAL COSTS
LESS PAPERWORK
SMALLER MARGIN OF ERROR


PURCHASE
THROUGH
A TRUST

FLEXIBLE & GIVES PEACE OF MIND
MULTIPLE PERSON OWNERSHIP
ADD NEW OWNERS AT ANY TIME
PROPERTY PROTECTION



SILENCER
OWNERSHIP

Silencers are legal but are regulated by federal law and on a state-by-state basis by the Nation Firearm Act (NFA) branch of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (BAFTE). Private citizens can legally purchase and possess silencers in 42 states* without a permit.
To purchase a silencer the following qualifications apply:
-RESIDE IN ONE OF THE 42 STATES THAT CURRENTLY ALLOW CIVILIAN OWNERSHIP
-BE A RESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES
-BE LEGALLY ELIGIBLE TO PURCHASE A FIREARM
-PASS A BATFE BACKGROUND CHECK
-BE AT LEAST 21 YEARS OF AGE TO PURCHASE FROM A DEALER
-BE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE TO PURCHASE FROM ANOTHER CITIZEN
*If you are an FFL dealer, manufacturer, peace officer, or member of a law enforcement agency or other government agency, there are additional states where you can own a silencer.