While the list of items we have for home defense weapons is usually well thought out, one item is often overlooked. That item is a suppressor. There are multiple benefits to a suppressor, and with the elimination of the $200 NFA fee, they are more financially accessible. Let’s take a look at suppressors for home defense.
Suppressors for Home Defense – Hearing Protection
Firing an unsuppressed gun indoors can cause instant and permanent hearing damage. Since there is no time to put on traditional hearing protection during a sudden break-in, a pre-attached suppressor significantly reduces the decibel level to a safer range, protecting your hearing and that of your family members. If you have ever had the opportunity to fire a weapon in a closed space, you can certainly appreciate this. It will still be loud, but it won’t be debilitating.
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Enhanced Situational Awareness and Communication
By preventing the disorienting “ringing” and temporary aural shock caused by an unsuppressed blast, a suppressor allows you to better hear additional threats, children, or a 911 operator. This is especially important when law enforcement arrives, as the ability to hear and follow commands clearly. Officers may arrive on scene and be attempting to give you verbal commands. It’s in your best interest to hear what they are saying.
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Reduced Muzzle Flash
Home defense situations often occur in low light. A suppressor can significantly reduce or eliminate the bright muzzle flash that can temporarily blind the shooter and disrupt night vision, improving visibility and target identification. A note on this topic: check the muzzle flash of your defensive ammo. If you experience a fireball when you fire the gun, it’s time to search for another brand or flavor of ammo.
Improved Firearm Control
Suppressors help mitigate felt recoil and muzzle rise by trapping and slowing down expanding gases. This makes the firearm easier to control, leading to greater accuracy and faster, more precise follow-up shots under stress. This reduced recoil can also make the firearm more manageable for less experienced shooters in the household.
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Suppressors for Home Defense
While having a good optic and light on your home defense weapon is important, seriously consider a suppressor. The market is full of great suppressors from companies like Dead Air, Gemtech, SilencerCo, IWI, and many others. Do your research and find the can that best fits your needs. Have a home defense plan and then quietly put it into action.
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