Part 2: How to Buy a Suppressor

Gemtech Blackslide 45

In Part 1 I forgot to mention to how important it is to know the pitch and direction of the threads in your threaded barrel.

The Glock 21 factory barrel I purchased is described as M16x1LH. Some suppressors come threaded like this from the factory. Some require adapters. Some have throats that can be swapped out.

This is notable because it can add cost to an already expensive accessory.

Is this episode of tracking the process here is what I did next:

1. I went to CVS and obtained two passport photos. It took five minutes and cost $9.95.
2. These photos I attached to the ATF Form 4 in the required spot. I filled out the form. It took about five minutes.
3. Next I went down to the County Courthouse and got my fingerprint cards done. $10 and it took 35 minutes because there was three people in line in front of me.
4. I then dropped off the package for the Sheriff to run a local background check and sign off. No fee.

 The clerk at the counter was very polite and professional. She reviewed the items to ensure I had signed everywhere I needed to and included everything required. She said that I will get it returned in about two weeks with the Sheriffs signatures.

--Next up: Write a check for $200 and mail it to the ATF!