Silencer Saturday #422: Can Silencers Protect From Overpressure Risk?

Summary

This article discusses how silencers can protect shooters from blast overpressure injuries, particularly on indoor ranges, referencing a New York Times article on the topic. It explains that overpressure, a shockwave separate from noise, can cause brain injury, and military studies identify adverse effects above 4 PSI. Silencers significantly reduce this risk by mitigating muzzle blast.