Episode 96. What You Need to Know About Suppressors/Silencers

Show Notes:    Episode 96. What You Need to Know About Suppressors/Silencers    In this episode, Alex Ooley and Mike Ooley discuss suppressors, also known as silencers, and their benefits and misconceptions about them. The hosts also delve into the history and regulations surrounding suppressors, including the National Firearms Act of 1934. They discuss the constitutional implications of the NFA and the potential for changes in the future. Finally, they provide practical advice for purchasing a suppressor, including considerations such as attachment methods and compatibility with different firearms and ammunition types. This episode discusses the effectiveness and considerations of suppressors for firearms. It covers topics such as the impact on sound levels, ballistic performance, durability, weight, length, and flash suppression. The discussion also delves into the issue of blowback and its effects on the shooter and firearm functionality. The importance of researching and seeking multiple opinions when purchasing suppressors is emphasized. The episode concludes with a mention of a Supreme Court case challenging the Chevron Doctrine, which could have implications for the regulation of firearms.    Chapters     00:00 Introduction and Recap  01:37 Hang Fire and Squib Load  05:26 Video of Hang Fire  06:53 Introduction to Suppressors  08:45 Suppressors vs. Silencers  10:10 Benefits of Suppressors  15:42 Regulations and Purchasing Process  24:45 Constitutionality of the National Firearms Act  29:58 Practical Considerations for Purchasing a Suppressor  50:25 Effectiveness of Suppressors  51:24 Considerations for AR-15 Suppressors  52:23 Blowback and Functionality  53:20 Compensating for Blowback  54:17 Quality of Firearms and Suppressors  55:14 Research and Multiple Opinions  56:39 Simplified Process for Purchasing Suppressors  57:33 Myth about NFA Items and Fourth Amendment Rights  58:03 Travel and Reporting Requirements for NFA Items  59:54 State Laws and Hunting with Suppressors  01:00:52 Supreme Court Case on Chevron Doctrine    Resources:    Gun Silencers For Sale Buy Silencer Pistol Rifle Shotgun  https://www.silencershop.com/    Product - Suppressors - Suppressors - SureFire  https://www.surefire.com/suppressors/    National Firearms Act | Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives  https://www.atf.gov/rules-and-regulations/national-firearms-act    District of Columbia v. Heller :: 554 U.S. 570 (2008) :: Justia US Supreme Court Center  https://supreme.justia.com/cases/federal/us/554/570/    United States v. Miller - Wikipedia  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_v._Miller    Supreme Court likely to discard Chevron - SCOTUSblog  https://www.scotusblog.com/2024/01/supreme-court-likely-to-discard-chevron/    Paul Clement - Wikipedia  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Clement    Hangfire??? (@mrgunsngear on X/Twitter)  https://twitter.com/Mrgunsngear/status/1744924202887500167       Links to Show: Website: https://forgeoffreedom.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/forgeoffreedom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forgeoffreedom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theforgeoffreedom/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theforgeoffreedom Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/theforgeoffreedom Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forgeoffreedom Support the Show: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forgeoffreedom/support Tags:    #liberty  #freedom  #responsibilities  #personalresponsibility  #firearms  #guns  #training  #mindset  #bodyarmor  #suppressor  #silencer  #armor  #2a  #rights  #selfdefense    DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.