You've probably heard quite a lot recently about silencers (also called suppressors) recently, and that's because these devices that bolster ergonomics and support hearing safety are big news. But what exactly are they, and how exactly do they work? Shooting Illustrated's Evan Brune recently visited the range with SIG Sauer's John Hollister to get the skinny on what silencers can—and cannot—do.
Video: Talking Silencers With SIG Sauer
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