Suppressors - do they make sense? If they do, then when?

[chief38]

I always wondered why some would spend $1,000 or close to that to put a suppressor on any gun that is routinely shot at a public range with other shooters present. I have seen some shoot their suppressed pistols with a dozen other shooters using UNsuppressed guns at the same time. So...... everyone must still wear hearing protection - and so what is the point?? The only place a suppressed pistol makes sense is if you shoot on your own land, private range or are the only one present so you don't necessarily need hearing protection. Am I missing something here?

Between the expense, waiting times, weight, size and maintenance, the only scenario for a suppressor is when you have the wherewithal to shoot privately and can control what else is being shot at the same time. At least that is what makes sense to me.

 

[s&wchad]

If they're declassified, the price will eventually come down and I'm sure you'll see more gun manufacturers integrating them into their rifles and pistols. They're not that complicated and shouldn't cost anywhere near $1K.

Our club was founded in 1942. A number of homes have been built nearby and now the residents complain about noise. Don't like noise, don't build near a range, an airport or a major expressway. If more shooters start using suppressors, the number of complaints should decline.

Plus, they're fun! I'd love to have one for a .22's and one for a .45 ACP, but didn't want to jump through the hoops and form a trust.

 

[tlawler]

Chief, you’re absolutely right. I have .45 and .22 suppressors, and it’s rare when I’m completely alone at the range and get to really appreciate them. Though I can get to my gun club sometimes early on weekdays and be by myself for an hour or so.

I have set up a short range in my garage and put a couple hundred rounds of .22 LR a week through my FN 522 and it’s a great stress reliever.

In a few months, we will be moving out of Southwest Florida to some acreage up along the Florida Ridge near Frostproof. I’ll be able to set up a 30 yard range and plan on shooting mainly suppressed out of deference to my neighbors, since it’s not a huge piece of property.

I’m already doing some research on my next can, which will be a .30 cal so I can shoot .300 Blackout suppressed.

 

[petepeterson]

4:30 this morning up near my chicken coop.
Just being a good neighbor.

 

[ladder13]

It’s fun owning something reserved for assassins and criminals.

All kidding aside, I have a few. 22, 300BLK and 46. The only can I put on any handgun is the 22.

My range is all outdoors, deserted during the week, only busy on the weekends when I never go.

Wait times are down to hours or just a few days. First one, the 300 was 11 months.

 

[chief38]

Chief, you’re absolutely right. I have .45 and .22 suppressors, and it’s rare when I’m completely alone at the range and get to really appreciate them. Though I can get to my gun club sometimes early on weekdays and be by myself for an hour or so.

I have set up a short range in my garage and put a couple hundred rounds of .22 LR a week through my FN 522 and it’s a great stress reliever.

In a few months, we will be moving out of Southwest Florida to some acreage up along the Florida Ridge near Frostproof. I’ll be able to set up a 30 yard range and plan on shooting mainly suppressed out of deference to my neighbors, since it’s not a huge piece of property.

I’m already doing some research on my next can, which will be a .30 cal so I can shoot .300 Blackout suppressed.

And that Sir makes perfect sense. If I lived in a place that I could shoot in my garage or backyard, using a can would be the way to go! When I see guys regularly using cans at Clubs or on public ranges, I just scratch my head - lol.

Just looked up Frostproof - never heard of that area. Gonna be on one of the lakes? Looks nice!

 

[WardenRoss]

FWIW...

Some clubs now have suppressed and unsuppressed pistol ranges.

Makes a lot of sense.

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[65-2x2]

While I appreciate the cool factor I am not willing to spend the money that the things cost.