Silencers are subject to a $200 transfer tax, and are highly controlled items. This seems strange for a device that is intended to reduce the noise associated with firing a gun. These essential safety devices would prevent hearing damage among the thousands of lawful firearm owners. It's high time we removed silencers from Federal control and sold them over the counter right alongside the earmuffs and safety glasses.
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