Suppressor-Ready Pistols in 2025: Why Threaded-Barrel Handguns Are Everywhere

November 4, 2025

In the last month, more semi-auto pistols are shipping suppressor-ready (threaded barrels + tall sights) right out of the box. If you’ve been eyeing quieter range time or a future suppressor purchase, 2025’s crop makes it easier (and cheaper) to start with a factory-ready host.

Factory “suppressor-ready” builds aren’t new—but October 2025 has felt like a tipping point. We’ve seen multiple brands lean into optics cuts and threaded barrels on core models, plus bundle deals that used to be reserved for limited SKUs. For buyers, that means fewer aftermarket parts, better out-of-the-box reliability, and a cleaner warranty path. In short: more value for anyone shopping modern semi auto pistols as suppressor hosts.

The Trend

Over the past 30 days, catalog updates and dealer chatter point to three converging forces:

1. Optics-ready as table stakes. Once a premium feature, slide cuts for micro dots are now standard on many mainstream pistols. With red dots normalized, brands are pairing them with suppressor-height sights to co-witness—perfect for shooters who plan to add a can later.
2. Threaded barrels from the factory. A 1/2×28 thread on 9mm handguns (13.5×1 LH for some European models) is showing up on more trims. Factory barrels mean proper lockup, correct shoulder geometry, and no guesswork about feed reliability once you add a muzzle device.
3. Bundle value. Night-sight or tall-sight packages, extra recoil springs, and sometimes a thread protector included in the box. It’s the “no-gunsmithing” promise—and it’s winning with first-time buyers.

Looking across popular brands, it’s now easy to find suppressor-ready variants from Glock, SIG Sauer, Smith & Wesson, Walther, Canik, and others—check each brand’s GunGenius page when comparing trims and distributor exclusives.

Spec Highlights & Standouts

• Thread pattern and barrel length. On compact 9mm hosts, expect a ~4.5–5.0″ threaded barrel to clear the slide and offer enough real estate for a piston/Nielsen device. Watch for correct pitch (most U.S. 9mm barrels are 1/2×28) if you already own a suppressor.
• Sight height matters. If you plan to suppress and run a dot, tall irons that clear a 1.38–1.60″ can body save you a second purchase. Some models include suppressor-height night sights that co-witness with common optics footprints.
• Recoil spring options. A few pistols ship with an alternate RSA (recoil spring assembly). Heavier cans can change timing; having a second spring can smooth out ejection without chasing malfunctions.
• Host geometry. Tilting-barrel pistols generally need a booster (piston). Fixed-barrel hosts (rare in centerfire handguns) don’t. Look for factory guidance to preserve warranty.
• Optics footprints. RMSc/407k/507k footprints dominate micro-compacts; RMR/Holosun “K” style on duty-size guns. Confirm plate/adapter availability before you click “buy.”

Comparisons

Below are quick, apples-to-apples considerations among common suppressor-ready trims. Use the brand pages to explore exact model numbers and current variants:

• Glock: Factory threaded-barrel versions of popular 9mm and .22LR pistols appear regularly via distributor runs. Glock’s simplicity, trigger consistency, and immense aftermarket support make them safe picks for duty-size hosts. Explore more Glock models on the Glock brand page.
• SIG Sauer: P320 and P226 families frequently get optics-cut + threaded options. SIG’s modular fire control unit (FCU) makes grip and slide swaps easy if you evolve the build. See options on the SIG Sauer brand page.
• Smith & Wesson: M&P9 2.0 packages with tall sights and threaded barrels are strong values, often with good triggers and corrosion-resistant finishes. Compare on the Smith & Wesson brand page.
• Canik: Known for feature-rich trims (optics plates, holsters, extras) at attractive prices. Their suppressor-ready SKUs often punch above their weight. Visit the Canik brand page.

If you’re just starting your search, browsing the broader semi auto pistols category is a fast way to spot factory suppressor-ready SKUs vs. standard models.

Use Cases

• Range/Training: A 9mm with a user-serviceable can is an ear-friendlier setup that plays nice with new shooters. Suppressors reduce blast and flinch—great for fundamentals.
• Competition/Action Pistol: Not every rule set allows suppressed shooting, but training with a can can help work recoil control and dot tracking.
• Hunting/Backcountry: In states where legal, a suppressed sidearm protects hearing around camps and dogs and keeps communication clearer. (Always check local regulations before field use.)
• Home Range Courtesy: Even with hearing protection, reduced report is kinder to neighbors and your future self.

Buyer’s Checklist (30-Second Version)

1. Decide your footprint + dot first. Ensure the pistol’s cut and mounting plates support your preferred optic without plate stackups that complicate tall-sight co-witness.
2. Confirm thread pitch matches your suppressor’s piston.
3. Check sight height (or budget for suppressor-height irons).
4. Look for included extras (thread protector, alternate recoil spring).
5. Warranty notes: Some brands are explicit about ammo and boosters; keep documentation handy.
6. Train both ways: Practice with and without the can to understand POI shift and recoil impulse differences.

Model Examples to Start Your Shortlist

Rather than lock into one SKU (availability moves fast), use these brand pages to filter down to suppressor-ready trims:

• Glock — start with full-size and compact optics-ready lines; look for “TB” or distributor-labeled threaded models.
• SIG Sauer — P320/P226 families frequently include optics-cut, TB variants suitable as hosts.
• Smith & Wesson — M&P9 2.0 suppressor-ready packages are a recurring staple.
• Walther — performance-leaning trims often bundle tall sights and excellent triggers.
• Canik — value-forward optics-ready + threaded offerings with robust accessory packs.

Or simply browse all semi auto pistols on GunGenius to spot threaded-barrel listings quickly.

What to Watch Next

• Factory-mounted dots + TB bundles: Expect more SKUs shipping with a mounted micro red dot and a threaded barrel at sub-$800 street prices as holiday promos ramp up.
• Comp-ready cuts: Some brands are testing slides that accept compensators and suppressors interchangeably—watch the fine print on recommended springs.
• .22 LR Hosts: Affordable plinking with rimfire cans continues to grow. If you’re suppressor-curious, .22 LR pistols are the cheapest on-ramp.

Browse related models in semi auto pistols to compare suppressor-ready trims side by side. Then check your local laws, budget for a tax stamp and wait times, and start building the quiet setup you’ve wanted—no Dremel required.

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