Seriously America, This is the Best Time Ever to Get a Suppressor

Published on August 15, 2024
Duration: 9:02

This guide, presented by William Kirk, President of Washington Gun Law, details the current favorable climate for acquiring firearm suppressors. It highlights significantly reduced ATF Form 4 processing times, discusses efficient methods for application using individual filings or Gun Trusts, and emphasizes the safety benefits of suppressors. The information is based on data from Ammoland.com and expert insights into NFA regulations.

Quick Summary

Now is the best time to get a suppressor due to significantly reduced ATF Form 4 processing times, with application numbers showing a substantial increase. While individual Form 4 filings offer the quickest turnaround, Gun Trusts typically take 75-90 days. Suppressors are argued to enhance safety by reducing noise, not to be dangerous or unusual.

Chapters

  1. 00:07Suppressors and Form 4 applications introduction
  2. 00:58Video sponsored by Right to Bear
  3. 01:49Suppressors, Form 4s, Ammoland, John Crump
  4. 02:29Reduced Form 4 processing times
  5. 03:08Form 4 application data
  6. 03:52How to proceed with Form 4
  7. 05:02Gun trust turnaround times
  8. 06:46Reasons to obtain a suppressor
  9. 07:08Suppressors not dangerous or unusual
  10. 07:55NFA water

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is now considered the best time to get a suppressor?

Now is an excellent time to acquire a suppressor due to significantly reduced ATF Form 4 processing times. The ATF has reversed its system, leading to much faster approvals, with application numbers showing a substantial increase from previous years.

What are the typical turnaround times for Form 4 suppressor applications?

While specific times vary, acquiring a suppressor individually via Form 4 currently offers the quickest turnaround. Gun Trusts generally take around 75-90 days, and custom trusts may require additional manual review, extending the process further.

Are suppressors considered dangerous or unusual under NFA regulations?

The video argues that suppressors are not dangerous or unusual. They are not firearms themselves but accessories that reduce noise, thereby enhancing safety for the shooter and those nearby by mitigating loud noise exposure.

What is the role of a Gun Trust in acquiring a suppressor?

A Gun Trust can be used to own NFA items like suppressors. While it offers an alternative to individual ownership, the processing times for Form 4 applications submitted via a Gun Trust are typically longer, around 75-90 days, compared to individual filings.

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