From DonnyFL — global leader in airgun suppressors, moderators, and adapters designed exclusively for pneumatic airguns.
First Things First: This Is Not Legal Advice
Let’s get this out of the way right at the top: this is not legal advice. DonnyFL makes airgun suppressors, moderators, and adapters for pneumatic airguns — period. We sell them in international countries and U.S. states through our dealer network and direct to customers where their use is legally recognized. But at the end of the day, it’s your responsibility to know and follow the laws where you live, hunt, or shoot.
Think of it like seatbelts: we can tell you they’re a good idea, but whether you buckle up is on you. If you don’t check your local hunting and suppressor regulations, that’s like driving blindfolded. Please don’t do that — in cars or in airgunning.
Airgun Hunting Laws — Changing Fast in Favor of Airgunners
Over the last decade, the legal landscape for airgun hunting has shifted dramatically.
Ten Years Ago vs. Today
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Then: Airguns were mostly restricted to small game in the U.S.
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Now: More than half of states allow some form of big-game hunting with air rifles — deer, hogs, turkey, and beyond — provided you meet caliber and muzzle energy requirements.
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Globally: Countries from South Africa to parts of Europe are recognizing the ethical capabilities of modern PCP rifles for hunting.
Why This Matters
Technology has caught up with tradition. Today’s high-power PCP air rifles deliver ethical takedowns and serious ballistic performance. Laws are catching up — but they’re not uniform. Caliber minimums, species restrictions, and season rules vary not just by country but by state and sometimes even county.
The takeaway: airgun hunting opportunities are growing fast — but so are the rules you need to follow.
Interactive Hunting Map
To help, the Airgun Sporting Association (ASA) provides an interactive map with state-by-state airgun hunting regulations.
Click your state, confirm the rules, and save yourself a headache (or worse).
Are Airgun Suppressors Legal?
Short answer: Yes — in many places. Long answer: It depends where you are and how you use them.
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DonnyFL products are designed exclusively for pneumatic airguns.
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In many jurisdictions, airgun suppressors are treated differently than firearm silencers.
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In the U.S., firearm suppressors are regulated under the National Firearms Act (NFA). Adapting an airgun suppressor for firearm use could get you into serious legal trouble.
The Legal Principle: Intent and Use Matter
Courts (see Crooker v. United States case information) have made one thing clear: possession isn’t the problem, misuse is.
If you buy and use a DonnyFL suppressor on an airgun — as intended — you’re fine in places where that’s legal. If you decide to re-thread or weld it onto a firearm, that’s where the legal line gets crossed.
DonnyFL Policy — Global Presence, Local Responsibility
DonnyFL ships worldwide. But what’s legal in Sweden may not be legal in Texas. What’s fine in Texas might not be okay in New Jersey. And what’s fine in your state today may change next season.
Our commitments:
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We design for pneumatic airguns only.
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We do not design or intend our products for firearms.
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If you modify a DonnyFL suppressor for firearm use, that’s on you — and it may be illegal where you live.
Bottom line: check your local laws. Everywhere. Every time.
A Real-World Example — The UpNorth Airgunner / DonnyFL Go-Kart Engine Demo
To illustrate how our products work, Chris Turek (better known as UpNorth Airgunner) once welded a DonnyFL suppressor onto a go-kart and minibike. In that demo, the DonnyFL moderator even replaced the engine’s metallic muffler, showing just how effective our suppressors are at reducing noise. The result? A quieter ride and a comical, educational showcase of DonnyFL sound reduction — without a firearm in sight.
Here’s the key: that demo was perfectly legal because it didn’t involve a firearm. It was just an engine muffler swap — entertaining, safe, and lawful.
But if that same suppressor — or even the go-kart muffler itself — were welded or adapted to fit a firearm, that would be a different story. That’s where intent and modification cross the legal line. The principle is simple: you can’t weld mini-bike adapters onto a gun without proper NFA paperwork here in the United States. The same goes for DonnyFL suppressors. Heck, the same even goes for a potato.
The lesson: DonnyFL suppressors work with airgun shot report reduction. They reduce noise. But they must be used only with airguns, and only where airgun suppressors are legal.
Compliance Checklist for Airgunners
Before you hit the range or head into the field with a DonnyFL suppressor:
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Check your local laws. Use the ASA map (U.S.) or your national wildlife agency abroad.
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Confirm game species rules. Caliber and energy minimums matter.
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Use as intended. DonnyFL suppressors and adapters = airguns only.
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Do not modify for firearms. Welding or threading for firearm use = potential legal nightmare.
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Save your receipts and manuals. They prove intended use.
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Ask if unsure. Call your local agency.
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Spread the word. A responsible community protects our sport.
Why Compliance Matters
Airgun hunting is on the rise because regulators trust manufacturers and hunters to use the technology responsibly. DonnyFL believes in ethical, safe, and legal use. That’s how we keep expanding opportunities for airgunners everywhere.
Legal Disclaimer
This page is for educational purposes only. It is not legal advice. Airgun and suppressor regulations change often, and enforcement varies. DonnyFL is not responsible for misuse, modifications, or violations of local laws. Always check with your local authorities.
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