Heber City, UT – October 2025 — Dead Air Silencers has been named the 2025 NASGW Award winner for Accessory Manufacturer of the Year during the Expo and Annual Meeting held in Grapevine, Texas. The honor was presented Tuesday evening as part of the 9th Annual NASGW Awards, which celebrate the best new products in the shooting sports industry.
Presented jointly by the National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW) these awards recognize innovation, engineering, and impact across seven product categories—rifle, handgun, shotgun, ammunition, optic, accessory, and suppressor—with one overall best new product selected from the finalists.
Winners are determined by an independent panel of 18 seasoned industry professionals, representing a combined wealth of experience from media and wholesale sectors. These judges evaluate hundreds of new products each year, identifying those that truly advance performance, quality, and design in the firearms and outdoor markets.
Dead Air’s selection as Accessory Manufacturer of the Year underscores the company’s relentless pursuit of performance and precision—principles that have defined the brand since its founding. With a “never settle” philosophy driving every product design, Dead Air continues to push boundaries in suppressor technology and firearm accessories that deliver unmatched sound suppression, strength, and shooter confidence.
“This recognition speaks to the discipline and craftsmanship that define our team,” said Ernie Beckwith, CEO of Dead Air Silencers. “From concept to execution, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of innovation and performance across every product we produce.”
The NASGW Awards serve as one of the most respected recognitions in the industry, celebrating companies that elevate standards through innovation and craftsmanship. For Dead Air Silencers, this accolade reinforces its position at the forefront of modern suppressor and accessory design.
About Dead Air Silencers:
Dead Air Silencers is dedicated to producing precision, innovative suppressors tailored task specific for law enforcement, military, recreational range shooting, hunting and competitive applications. Their commitment to durability, performance, and customer satisfaction is evident in every product they create, catering to both professionals and enthusiasts who demand only the best.
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