This comprehensive manual provides detailed physical and functional descriptions of a wide range of domestic and international suppressors and suppressed small arms. Each system is thoroughly examined, featuring cross-sectional schematics and external view photographs for in-depth analysis. The manual evaluates the performance of each suppressor using far-field sound pressure time records, offering precise acoustic data. Additionally, it explores fundamental sound-dampening principles and presents a theoretical breakdown of various noise-generating phenomena. An essential reference for firearms enthusiasts, researchers, and professionals in the field of sound suppression technology. Page Count: 205 pages.