Yes, it can be legal to make a silencer. For everything Form-1, from silencer designs that are easily made, to filing forms with the BATF, to 3D modeling. Remember, you must have an approved BATF Form-1 to make a silencer. All NFA laws apply.
I just finished a Form 1 5.56 suppressor and was going to get the tube engraved. A friend mentioned getting the end cap that attaches to the firearm engraved. That led me to wonder if I could get the exit end cap engraved. Any pros/cons for any of these ideas?
Obligatory pics also. First pic shows the '1st Gen' adapters that didn't fit as I hoped, and one end cap installed. Second shows the final adapter. Bought the 1.5 OD x 6" long TI tube from Apogee. Machined all the other components from Grade 5 TI. 11.7 oz.
Of course, there will still be the supersonic crack, but for this (my first build), I just wanted some attenuation and to reduce recoil for the ladies in my family. It should be hearing safe.
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The reason you don't engrave the front cap is because it is the most likely to be damaged in baffle strike. You do not want to damage the serialized part beyond repair. That is bad, as it will require a new tax stamp.
Clipping of those cones will increase performance quite a bit. Mill away half the cone 1/8" or so deep
quiettime wrote:The reason you don't engrave the front cap is because it is the most likely to be damaged in baffle strike. You do not want to damage the serialized part beyond repair. That is bad, as it will require a new tax stamp.
Clipping of those cones will increase performance quite a bit. Mill away half the cone 1/8" or so deep
quiettime wrote:The reason you don't engrave the front cap is because it is the most likely to be damaged in baffle strike. You do not want to damage the serialized part beyond repair. That is bad, as it will require a new tax stamp.
Clipping of those cones will increase performance quite a bit. Mill away half the cone 1/8" or so deep
Can you give a sketch or other direction on your clipping suggestion? Thanks.
