Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, silencers and suppressors are the same thing. The terms can be used interchangeably to refer to the device that reduces the sound of a gunshot. The legal term for the device is "silencer" as used by the ATF, but the term "suppressor" is also widely used.

Yes, silencers, also known as suppressors, are legal to own in 42 States in the United States, but they are regulated by federal law. As of January 2024, silencers are illegal to own in the following states and the District of Columbia: California, Delaware, Hawaii, Illinois, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, and Washington, D.C.. However, there are some exceptions: • FFL dealers, manufacturers, peace officers, and members of law enforcement agencies or other government agencies can own silencers in additional states. Each state has its own laws regarding suppressors, so it's important to check the laws in the state where you live and plan to hunt. For example, in Connecticut, you can own a suppressor but you cannot hunt with one. In Hawaii, only state and federal law enforcement officers are permitted to use suppressors. When traveling to another state with a firearm, you should: Make sure the laws at your destination permit suppressors. Take copies of your suppressor paperwork and silencer tax stamp.

Purchasing a silencer from ShopJaguarSilencers involves a few key steps to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the process: 1. **Select Your Silencer:** Visit our website and browse our range of cutting-edge suppressors, which utilize Additive Manufacturing for superior performance across multiple calibers and applications. 2. **Ensure Eligibility:** Make sure you are legally eligible to purchase a silencer. You must be at least 21 years old, a US citizen, and have no felony convictions. 3. **Place Your Order:** Add your chosen silencer to the cart and proceed to checkout. Complete the purchase on our website. 4. BukTek will fulfill the order in one of two ways. We can ship directly to a qualified FFL of your choosing, where you can complete the ATF requirements there. Or we can fulfill the order through Capitol Armory. 5. At either your FFL or Capitol Armory, you will submit ATF Paperwork: Once your order is placed, you’ll need to complete ATF Form 4 (Application for Tax Paid Transfer and Registration of Firearm). This form must be sent to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) along with a $200 tax payment. 6. **Wait for Approval:** After submitting the paperwork, there will be a waiting period while the ATF processes your application. This can be as quick as a couple of weeks or several months. 7. **Background Check:** During this time, the ATF will conduct a background check. Ensure that your details are correct to avoid any delays. 8. **Pickup from Dealer:** Once your application is approved, you’ll be notified, and your silencer will be sent to a licensed dealer. You can then complete the final paperwork and pick up your silencer from the dealer. At ShopJaguarSilencers, we are committed to guiding you through the buying process with exceptional customer service. Please feel free to contact us for any further assistance or clarification.

You can purchase a silencer individually or in a trust. Buying it individually means you will have no legal costs and less paperwork to be done. Buying a silencer in an NFA trust lets multiple people own it, so you can share. New owners can also be added to the trust. The other benefit is that the trust and other owners can retain the property upon the death of one owner.

The time it takes to get approved for a silencer by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) depends on the type of form used and can vary from a few days to nearly a year: • eForm 4 Individual: As of July 1, 2024, the ATF lists the wait time for this form as approximately 60 days. However, some say that approvals can be as quick as a few days or even less than a week.