Dead Air Silencers

What Dead Air Silencers does

Dead Air Silencers is a privately held U.S. manufacturer of firearm suppressors and related accessories, founded in approximately 2015 and headquartered in Heber City, Utah. The company builds a focused portfolio of premium suppressors organized around three core platforms: the Nomad series (rifle/hunting, with the April 2026 Nomad Ti OTB titanium over-the-barrel model as the flagship), the Sandman series (rugged rifle suppressors), and a pistol/rimfire line including Wolfman, Ghost 45, Odessa 9, Mojave, and the original Mask rimfire silencer. Dead Air's core technology is mechanical: proprietary quick-detach mounting systems (KeyMo, KeyMicro, Xeno Radial Brake), interchangeable R-Series front caps that allow a single suppressor to cover multiple calibers, and metal 3D printing for complex internal baffle geometries that reduce weight while maintaining sound suppression. KeyMo has become an industry-standard mounting platform, and the company extends it through an Industry Partners Program warrantying compatible third-party muzzle devices, plus KeyMo adapters for SilencerCo, Energetic Armament, YHM, and CGS suppressors.

The business operates a dual-channel distribution model required by federal firearms law. NFA-regulated suppressors are sold exclusively through an authorized network of FFL-licensed dealers with BATFE SOT authorization, who handle Form 4 transfers. Non-NFA accessories, apparel, range gear, and lifestyle items are sold directly through the company's e-commerce storefront, with free shipping on orders over $100. Suppressor MSRPs range from approximately $500 to $1,500 depending on materials and configuration. Customer segments are vertically diversified across hunters and outdoor enthusiasts, sport and competitive shooters, and law enforcement/military buyers served through the Guardian Program (which provides discounts of up to five silencers per year to first responders, active-duty military, veterans, and retirees). The RXD sub-brand, co-developed with Ruger, and limited-edition collaborations with units such as the 160th SOAR and 5th SFG supplement the core catalog with co-branded and special-edition SKUs.

Revenue figures are not publicly disclosed, and the company has no institutional funding events in the record, remaining founder-led by Mike Pappas and Todd Magee. Recent strategic activity is concentrated on product expansion (Nomad Ti OTB, SRTS training suppressors), ecosystem buildout (Industry Partners Program, agency sales representation), and positioning around the January 2026 elimination of the $200 federal suppressor tax under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which materially reduces end-customer acquisition friction in a category whose registered unit base grew from 285,000 in 2010 to 4.9 million in 2024.

Name

Dead Air Silencers

Legal name

Dead Air Silencers

Website

https://deadairsilencers.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Dead Air Silencers is a privately held Utah-based manufacturer of premium firearm suppressors and accessories, serving hunters, sport shooters, and military/law enforcement through FFL dealer channels and direct e-commerce, with the proprietary KeyMo mounting system as its industry-standard platform.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Heber City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Suppressor Sales: Sale of firearm suppressors through authorized dealer and distributor network. Suppressors are NFA-regulated items requiring BATFE Form 4 approval. Sales occur via FFL dealers with SOT licenses who facilitate the transfer process.
2. Accessories and Gear: Sale of suppressor accessories (muzzle devices, mounts, front caps, tools), apparel, range gear, and lifestyle products through e-commerce platform. Products include suppressor covers, hats, apparel, patches, drinkware, and EDC items.
3. Training Suppressors: SRTS (Sim Round Training System) suppressors designed for training applications using sim rounds

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Dead Air Silencers designs, engineers, and manufactures premium firearm suppressors (silencers) for rifles, pistols, and rimfire platforms, with proprietary mounting systems including KeyMo, KeyMicro, and Xeno. NFA-regulated silencers are sold exclusively through an authorized FFL/SOT dealer network, while non-NFA accessories, apparel, and gear are sold direct through the company's e-commerce storefront.

Product overview

Dead Air Silencers is a manufacturer of premium firearm suppressors and accessories. The product portfolio centers on three main suppressor lines: Nomad Series (Nomad Ti OTB, Nomad Ti XC, Nomad LTi XC, Nomad 30, Nomad L), Sandman Series (Sandman K, Sandman L, Sandman S, Sandman X), and Pistol Silencers (Wolfman, Ghost 45, Odessa 9, Mojave 9, Mojave 45). The company also offers the RXD collaboration series with Ruger (RXD22Ti, RXD30Ti, RXD910Ti), rimfire suppressors (Mask, RXD22Ti), and training suppressors. Key mounting platforms include KeyMo (industry standard), KeyMicro, and Xeno systems. The ecosystem extends to muzzle devices, adapters, front caps, and accessories including the BPG Heavy Suppressor Cover. The Guardian Program provides first responder discounts. Products are sold exclusively through distributor and dealer networks with FFL/SOT.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• RXD: A collaboration brand with Ruger featuring suppressors and branded merchandise, including the RXD silencer line and apparel.

Products and services

• Nomad Ti OTB Suppressor Titanium hunting suppressor with over-the-barrel design that adds only 4.6 inches to rifle length, priced at $1,049 MSRP. Compatible with standard threaded barrels using the Xeno Radial Brake. Targeted at backcountry hunters.
• Nomad Ti XC Suppressor Titanium suppressor in the Nomad series, positioned as a versatile hunting and tactical suppressor.
• Nomad LTi XC Suppressor Lightweight titanium suppressor variant in the Nomad series.
• Nomad 30 Suppressor Standard Nomad series suppressor for rifle calibers.
• Nomad L Suppressor Longer variant of the Nomad series suppressor for enhanced sound suppression.
• Sandman K Suppressor Compact short-format rifle suppressor with KeyMount platform.
• Sandman L Suppressor Long-format rifle suppressor with KeyMount platform for maximum suppression.
• Sandman S Suppressor Standard-format rifle suppressor with KeyMount platform.
• Sandman X Suppressor Extended-format rifle suppressor variant with KeyMount platform.
• Wolfman Suppressor Pistol/rifle hybrid suppressor rated for 5.56, 7.62x39, .300 Blackout, and .350 Legend when mounted to MicroBrake. Also suitable for 9mm submachine guns.
• Ghost 45 Suppressor Pistol suppressor designed for .45 ACP and similar calibers with booster assembly included.
• Odessa 9 Suppressor Pistol suppressor with 1/2-28 piston and booster for 9mm handguns.
• Mojave 9 Suppressor Pistol suppressor designed for 9mm calibers.
• Mojave 45 Suppressor Pistol suppressor designed for .45 ACP calibers.
• RXD22Ti Rimfire Suppressor Titanium rimfire suppressor in the RXD collaboration series with Ruger, compatible with .22 caliber rimfire weapons.
• RXD30Ti Rifle Suppressor Titanium rifle suppressor in the RXD collaboration series with Ruger, for rifle calibers up to .30 cal.
• RXD910Ti Pistol Suppressor Titanium pistol suppressor in the RXD collaboration series with Ruger, for 9mm and 10mm calibers.
• Mask Rimfire Suppressor Rimfire suppressor that set a new standard in rimfire sound performance and user-friendliness. Features 1/2-28 fixed mount.
• CT5P Suppressor Compact rifle suppressor designed for pistol-caliber carbines and short-barrel rifles.
• Sierra 5 Suppressor Rifle suppressor designed for precision and versatility across multiple calibers.
• Primal Suppressor Rifle suppressor suitable for subguns chambered in 45 ACP.
• Nomax 33 Suppressor High-performance rifle suppressor with 33mm diameter for enhanced sound suppression.
• Wolverine PBS-1 Suppressor Rifle suppressor with 14mmx1 LH thread insert and collar, designed for extreme conditions.
• Lazarus 6 Suppressor High-performance rifle suppressor designed for demanding tactical applications.
• Training Suppressors (SRTS Series)
• 160th SOAR and 5th SFG Limited Edition Sandman-X Limited edition Sandman-X commemorating 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (SOAR) and 5th Special Forces Group (SFG). MSRP $999.00.
• KeyMo Mount System Industry-leading quick-detach mounting system that has become an industry-standard mounting platform for secure, repeatable suppressor attachment. Sold as a muzzle device.
• KeyMicro Mount System Compact quick-detach mounting system smaller than KeyMo for reduced overall length, compatible with MicroBrake devices. Sold as a muzzle device.
• Xeno Mount System
• BPG Heavy Suppressor Cover
• Guardian Program

Quantifiable outcome

• Nomad Ti OTB adds only 4.6 inches to rifle length vs typical 7-8 inches
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Burn Proof Gear (BPG)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on suppressor heat management products. Burn Proof Gear produces custom suppressor covers and heat-resistant accessories specifically designed for Dead Air silencers. The BPG Heavy Suppressor Cover is made from aerospace-grade fire-retardant materials including DuPont Kevlar diamond weave ripstop (max 1400°F) and fiberglass mesh inner liner (max 2000°F). Products are combat-proven and made in the USA with Berry Compliant fabrics.
• Culper PrecisionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCustom cerakoting services for limited edition products. Culper Precision applies HighDefKote desert M90 color combo cerakoting on KCI 30-round steel AK magazines sold as Dead Air branded products. Limited run of 400 units.
• Mike ClarkcoreOthersDedicated agency sales representative for military, law enforcement, and government agency purchases. Handles large volume orders and agency-level accounts for the Guardian Program.
• Industry Partners ProgramcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of authorized third-party Keymount muzzle device manufacturers whose products are warrantied for use with Dead Air suppressors. Includes licensed manufacturers verified for quality and compatibility.
• Radian WeaponsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on exclusive Raptor-SD charging handles featuring Dead Air Gas-Mask engraving. Radian's suppressor-optimized ambidextrous charging handle is offered in exclusive color options with Dead Air branding.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• SilencerCo: One of the largest U.S. firearm suppressor manufacturers (Omega, Hybrid, Saker lines), SilencerCo competes head-to-head with Dead Air across rifle and pistol silencer categories. Its suppressors are explicitly listed as KeyMo adapter compatible, confirming direct competition and parallel mounting-system strategies.
• Yankee Hill Machine (YHM): YHM manufactures rifle suppressors (Resonator R2, Turbo K, Turbo T2) and is listed in Dead Air's KeyMo cross-compatibility documentation, confirming direct overlap in multi-caliber rifle silencer offerings and competing quick-detach platforms.
• CGS Suppressors: CGS Suppressors (Helios QD, Kraken) competes in modular and quick-detach suppressor categories. The Helios QD is explicitly listed as KeyMo-compatible, confirming direct head-to-head competition in QD rifle suppressors.
• Rugged Suppressors: Rugged produces the Razor and Obsidian lines of rifle and pistol suppressors, and its pistons are explicitly listed as cross-compatible with Dead Air's Odessa-9 booster assembly — confirming direct competition with overlapping mount ecosystems.
• Griffin Armament: Griffin Armament makes rifle and pistol suppressors (Optimus, Recce, Bushwhacker lines) and is listed in Dead Air's Odessa-9 piston compatibility, confirming direct competition in tactical and precision rifle silencers.
• Energetic Armament: Energetic Armament (Vox S, Vox K, LUX) is a direct competitor in pistol and rifle suppressors and is listed in Dead Air's KeyMo cross-compatibility documentation, indicating an overlapping quick-detach platform strategy.
• AAC (Advanced Armament Corp): A long-established suppressor brand (now within the SilencerCo family) producing rifle and pistol silencers, AAC directly competes with Dead Air's Nomad and Sandman lines across civilian and law enforcement channels.
• Gemtech: Gemtech manufactures suppressors for military, law enforcement, and civilian markets. As a long-standing direct peer in NFA-regulated silencers, it competes across Dead Air's rifle and pistol categories.
• Thunder Beast Arms Corporation: Thunder Beast Arms specializes in precision-rifle suppressors (Ultra, Dominus). It directly competes with Dead Air's Nomad Ti and Sierra 5 lines in the long-range, high-precision hunting and tactical segments.

Broad incumbents

• SureFire: SureFire is a broader tactical and firearms-accessory incumbent (suppressors, lights, weapon accessories) with overlapping suppressor SKUs (e.g., SOCOM, Ryder). It competes with Dead Air at the premium/military end and benefits from wider brand distribution across firearms channels.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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