Silencer Saturday #428: Should You Run A Silencer In Competition?

Summary

This article explores the pros and cons of using silencers in practical rifle competitions, specifically the 'Scoped Precision AR Competition' (SPARC Series). The author observed approximately 90% of competitors running suppressed rifles and discusses how silencers offer benefits like noise reduction, improved accuracy (up to half MOA), and reduced recoil, while also presenting challenges such as heat mirage, increased fouling, and altered handling.