European Hunting Culture and Suppressors: What American Hunters Can Learn
While American hunters often view suppressors through the lens of tactical equipment or “tacticool” accessories, European hunting culture has long embraced these devices as essential tools for ethical, efficient and considerate hunting practices. The stark contrast between European and American approaches to suppressor use in hunting offers valuable insights that could reshape how U.S. hunters view and utilize these important tools.
Historical Context
In many European countries, particularly in Scandinavia, the use of suppressors for hunting has been not just accepted but expected for decades.
