SUPPRESSOR,SMALL ARMS WEAPON

An item designed to reduce the acoustic, visual and/or infra-red signature of a small arms weapon during firing. The item may be an integral part of the weapon, or attachable as an accessory and incorporates integral chambers and/or baffles which allow passage of the projectile while retarding propellant gasses. For items that only decrease the sound of the weapon, see SILENCER,GUN.