The 4th Afternoon of Silence: Win a BANISH 9K

Last updated: May 14, 2026 · Originally published: April 20, 2026

The 4th Afternoon of Silence is a free, suppressor-only giveaway on PopularSuppressors.com. Today’s prize is the BANISH 9K (Silencer Central) — a 3D-printed titanium 9mm suppressor that weighs 2.7 ounces, measures 4.1 inches, and is one of the lightest, most compact 9mm cans on the market in 2026. Enter between 12:00 PM CT and 11:00 PM CT on Monday, April 20, 2026. Entry is free; each of the 100 daily giveaways is a separate event, and all giveaways require a separate entry.

Silencer Central’s 100 Days of Silence

Enter the 4th Afternoon of Silence

Complete the entry actions in the widget on this page before 11:00 PM CT on Monday, April 20, 2026. Entry is free and open to U.S. residents 21 years of age or older in eligible states.

Open to legal U.S. residents 21 years of age or older. Residents of CA, DE, HI, IL, MA, NJ, NY, RI, and DC cannot receive a suppressor prize. Residents of NY, FL, CA, and RI are not eligible to participate or win. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. See the Official Rules.

What Is the BANISH 9K? (The 2.7 oz, 4.1″ Titanium Answer)

The BANISH 9K is a 3D-printed titanium 9mm pistol suppressor built by BANISH Suppressors. It weighs 2.7 oz, measures 4.1 inches in overall length, and is rated for 9mm Luger, .380 Auto, 5.7x28mm, and .300 Blackout in subsonic loads. It uses a direct-thread mount so it runs reliably on tilting-barrel handguns like the Glock 19, SIG P320, and Springfield Hellcat Pro OSP, as well as on pistol-caliber carbines and subsonic .300 BLK AR pistols.

Additive manufacturing is what makes the 9K’s spec sheet possible. Printing the baffle stack in titanium lets BANISH build internal geometry that would be impractical or impossible to machine from solid stock, which is how you get a 9mm can that’s closer to the weight of a loaded magazine than to the weight of the pistol itself.

BANISH 9K Specs at a Glance

How Quiet Is the BANISH 9K?

The 9K is a hearing-safe pistol can on standard 9mm pressure. Real-world impression from the reviewer circuit is “backyard-friendly on a 9mm pistol” — soft enough that you notice the action cycling more than the muzzle report. For a suppressor this short and light, that kind of sound reduction is the whole selling point: a can you’ll actually leave mounted on a carry host or PCC.

Who the BANISH 9K Is Best For

• Concealed-carry and home-defense pistol owners — 2.7 oz changes how your Glock 19 or SIG P320 points less than almost any other 9mm can.
• 9mm pistol-caliber carbine shooters — the 4.1″ length keeps AR9s and MP5-style builds holster-short by carbine standards.
• .300 Blackout AR pistol builders running subsonic loads who want the most compact dedicated-subsonic setup they can own.
• First-time suppressor owners who want one can that covers most of their pistol-caliber safe and doesn’t punish them on the scale.

BANISH 9K vs Omega 9K (Silencer Central) vs Obsidian 9 (Silencer Central) vs Wolfman (Silencer Central): Who Each One Is Best For

Every can in this class is a strong choice — the right one depends on the host and the mission.

• BANISH 9K is best for shooters who prize the lightest, shortest titanium 9mm can they can bolt to a carry pistol, PCC, or subsonic .300 BLK AR pistol.
• SilencerCo Omega 9K is best for shooters who want a widely-supported mount ecosystem and a proven all-purpose modular 9mm can.
• Rugged Obsidian 9 is best for shooters who want a modular, user-serviceable can that converts from short-K to full-length on the same host.
• Dead Air Wolfman is best for shooters who want a full-auto-rated 9mm can with a big host list and willingness to trade weight for durability.

How the 4th Afternoon of Silence Works

1. Enter on April 20, 2026 between 12:00 PM CT and 11:00 PM CT. Entries after 11:00 PM CT are not counted for this day.
2. Complete the entry actions in the widget on this page. Free entry; bonus actions are listed inside the widget.
3. Check back the next day. The winner is posted to the Winners Page and contacted by email the following day.

Every day is a separate entry

There are 100 morning giveaways and 100 afternoon giveaways across the 100 Days of Silence — 200 events in total. Each event is drawn from its own entries. Subscribing to the PopularSuppressors.com newsletter does not enter you in any giveaway, and entering today does not enter you in any other day. All giveaways require a separate entry.

How the Winner Receives the BANISH 9K

Silencer Central is the anchor sponsor of Silencer Central’s 100 Days of Silence and handles delivery of every suppressor prize in this campaign. Once the federal paperwork clears, Silencer Central ships the suppressor directly to your door. They handle the licensed-dealer step and the eForm-compliant process from their end — the winner does not have to locate a transfer dealer or drive anywhere to pick it up.

$0 Tax Stamp in 2026: What Actually Changed

The $200 NFA transfer tax on suppressors was eliminated on January 1, 2026 by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). The ATF still regulates suppressor transfers: you’ll still file an ATF Form 4, still pass a background check, and still submit fingerprints. The change is that qualifying suppressor transfers no longer carry a $200 federal tax. In practice that means the winner of this giveaway receives the BANISH 9K with the paperwork process intact but without the tax-stamp fee that every suppressor owner paid for the previous 90 years.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the BANISH 9K worth it?

For shooters who want the lightest, shortest 9mm suppressor they can run on a carry pistol or compact PCC, the BANISH 9K is one of the strongest choices on the market. The 2.7 oz weight and 4.1 inch length are class-leading, and the 3D-printed titanium construction keeps the can tough without turning the host into a different gun.

How quiet is the BANISH 9K?

The 9K is hearing-safe on standard 9mm pressure loads and soft enough that on a handgun host the action cycling is often more audible than the muzzle report. For a can this short and light, that kind of sound reduction is the whole reason to buy it.

What calibers does the BANISH 9K work with?

The BANISH 9K is rated for 9mm Luger, .380 Auto, 5.7x28mm, and .300 Blackout in subsonic loads. It is not intended for supersonic .300 BLK and is not a .45 ACP-bore can.

Is the BANISH 9K full-auto rated?

The 9K is rated for full-auto fire on .300 Blackout subsonic and semi-auto fire on 9mm. Check current manufacturer guidance for your specific host and rate-of-fire before building around it.

Do I still need a tax stamp for a suppressor in 2026?

No. The $200 NFA transfer tax was eliminated on January 1, 2026 by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The ATF Form 4 process, background check, and fingerprint requirement still apply — only the $200 tax was removed.

How long does it take to buy a suppressor in 2026?

Wait times now run in weeks rather than months for most applicants because the paperwork simplified alongside the $0 tax-stamp change. Exact timing varies with the ATF backlog and your specific Form 4 pathway.

How do I enter the 4th Afternoon of Silence giveaway?

Visit this page on Monday, April 20, 2026 between 12:00 PM CT and 11:00 PM CT and complete the entry form above. Entry is free. You must be 21 or older and a legal U.S. resident in an eligible state.

When and how is the winner announced?

The winner is posted to the Winners Page and contacted by email the following day. Winners are listed by first name, last initial, and state.

About This Article

This article is written and reviewed by James Nicholas, contributor at PopularSuppressors.com, and published by Brand Avalanche Media, Inc. (Moline, IL). PopularSuppressors.com covers the suppressor category for American shooters and hunters and is part of the Brand Avalanche Media network. Silencer Central is the anchor sponsor of Silencer Central’s 100 Days of Silence under a flat paid sponsorship. PopularSuppressors.com does not earn commissions or affiliate payments tied to this campaign. The giveaway is administered by Crowd9 PTY LTD on behalf of PopularSuppressors.com.