What is the quietest gun with a silencer?

The quietest gun with a silencer would likely be an integrally suppressed .22lr bolt action rifle firing subsonic ammunition, which is often referred to as the Hush Puppy Project, designed to minimize the noise produced when firing. This combination of an integrally suppressed rifle and subsonic ammunition makes it extremely quiet, possibly one of the quietest firearms ever made, with noise levels significantly reduced compared to other firearms.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Information

1. What is the quietest firearm made? The De Lisle carbine or De Lisle Commando carbine was a British firearm used during World War II that was designed with an integrated suppressor, making it extremely quiet in action, possibly one of the quietest firearms ever made.

2. Can a silencer completely silence a gun? While using subsonic ammunitions can negate the sonic boom, mechanical noise can be reduced but is nearly impossible to eliminate, making it difficult to completely silence any firearm.

3. What disqualifies you from owning a suppressor? To legally purchase a silencer or any item falling under the purview of the NFA, you must be at least 21 years of age, a resident of the United States, and have no felony record.

Durability and Longevity

4. How long do gun silencers last? With proper use, a quality-built suppressor should last thousands of rounds, but abusing it can shorten its life, and even with proper use, the baffles inside can eventually burn out.

5. How many rounds can you shoot through a silencer? The less it’ll last, and militaries view suppressors as disposable items to last around 10,000 rounds, usually the baffles closest to the muzzle are what wears out.

Types of Firearms and Silencers

6. What’s the most quiet handgun? The FNX-45 Tactical, Springfield SAINT Victor, Ruger MK IV w/ Threaded, and Glock Hush Puppy are popular suppressor-ready pistols, but the quietest handgun is subjective and depends on the silencer used.

7. Is there a silent pistol? The PSS was developed to give Soviet special forces and secret police an almost completely silent option for covert operations, using a special cartridge with an internal piston to achieve this goal.

8. What is the loudest gun to shoot? The .50 Browning Machine Gun (BMG) is renowned to produce noise levels of 180 decibels, making it one of the loudest guns.

9. What is the quietest caliber? 9mm subsonic is going to be the quietest, as larger caliber rounds tend to be louder at the muzzle when suppressed.

Legality and Cost

10. Are silent guns legal? Silencers are prohibited in California, and under Penal Code 33410 PC, not only is it illegal to use a silencer, but mere possession of a silencer is considered a felony offense.

11. How much does a silent pistol cost? Pistol caliber silencers, 9mm or .45cal bore size, generally range from $400 to $900, and if you are mounting a suppressor on your handgun, the suppressor will require a booster assembly with a piston and spring, adding some cost to the full setup.

12. What is the most silent suppressor for 9mm? The BANISH 45 is a modular silencer specifically designed for handguns and pistol caliber carbines in calibers ranging from .45 ACP down to rimfire, testing shows that it suppresses a 9mm pistol down to just 122 decibels.

Shooting and Self-Defense

13. What is the number 1 self-defense pistol? A 22LR handgun is ideal for a beginner learning to shoot, but for self-defense, a quality 9mm semi-automatic handgun is recommended, with the Glock 17 9mm being a top choice.

14. Is .22 quieter than 9mm? Yes, a .22 caliber bullet is quieter than a 9mm, as a .22 emits about 120 sound decibels, while a 9mm produces up to 160.

15. Are silencers worth buying? Suppressors are incredibly valuable in many different shooting applications, from home defense to hunting, as they protect your hearing, make your rifle more accurate, and put a smile on your face while you’re at the range.