Last updated: October 12, 2026 On October 9, 2026, ATF Director Robert Cekada issued an open letter to all federal firearms licensees (FFLs) and the public that changes how the National Firearms Act (NFA) works for suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), short-barreled shotguns (SBSs), and "any other weapons" (AOWs). Effective that day, ATF no longer requires approval before these items are made or transferred, and no longer requires them to be registered in the National Firearms Registratio …

If you want a firearm that is cheap to shoot, easy on the shoulder, and a natural partner for a suppressor, the AR-9 deserves a spot at the top of your list. This 9mm, AR-style pistol caliber carbine (PCC) checks nearly every box for a suppressor ready range gun: low recoil, affordable ammo, a simple operating system, and a huge aftermarket. Here is why so many shooters consider the AR-9 the ideal suppressor host for relaxed, high-volume range days. What Is an AR-9? An AR-9 is an AR-15-style ca …

If you've ever run a suppressed AR-15 and felt a puff of gas in your face, noticed the bolt slamming back harder than usual, or ended up with a filthy receiver after a single range day, you already know the problem. Suppressors change how your rifle breathes. The fix is usually an adjustable gas block, and the payoff comes from tuning it correctly. This guide walks through exactly how to tune an adjustable gas block to your suppressor, step by step, so your rifle runs smoother, cleaner, and more …