Even my minuscule Paladin 2 chamber taper mount brake makes a very noticeable difference on my SCAR 17S. A small gas vent hole above the first port (I managed to photograph it upside-down) provides a hint of muzzle rise compensation, which I think is just the right amount. New price $85 Griffin Armament M4SD Hammer Comp Weight:4.057oz New price $94 ODIN Works ATLAS 5 Comp In the comments of test 2, you mentioned that you had to and were gonna test it, but you did not end up doing so did it not last? For Hannibal actually Im pretty sure we ended up losing muzzle brakes on appeal. I didnt take the replacement, though, as running a 1/2-28 thread tap through it Melonite is really hard, by the way resolved the problem completely. I dont have an open area to shoot, so I have to hit the range; but, the ranges targeting system allows me to adjust distance anywhere from 3 feet to 75 feet. (Sound of Madness) Muzzle Brake I got a real kick out of your comprehensive review, especially your thoroughness in data analysis. No Change White Sound Defense FOSSA-556. Which, as you may note, was two years ago. Machining is good but not perfect, although the tough, industrial look is probably complemented by a tool pass line here and there anyway it looks like it was made to do real work. Seems to be you have an issue with free speech, son. CMMG SV Brake Compensator The CMMG SV muzzle compensator is an effective single port brake designed specifically for AR-15 rifles. MSRP:$849. Thunder Beast Arms Corporation 223CB Muzzle Brake: Well if this isnt the #1 surprise outperformer of the test, I dont know what would be. Like the SJC Titan Comp was ~.4 better than the Precision Armament M4-72, but it weighs ~3.1oz more. A muzzle brake counteracts rearward force of the AR that occurs when firing. Its no longer available (sorry, I know I just shattered your plans to impulse buy one), but it was loaned to me with the MAMS so I figured Id test it. Sporting a proven design, these brakes redirect most of the gasses out to the side ports for reduced felt recoil. Finish:black nitride I do have it. Like other products from Fortis, it features good looks along with impressive performance. Jeremy, great information and I liked that you did start mentioning about the side blast from some of these compensators. They are hybrids which attempt to both suppress flash and mitigate recoil. BTW you could download the Excel doc and tinker with the data as you please. Length:2.604 But a .223? If you are planning on doing another brake review, we would like to send you one of ours for your testing. VG6 Epsilon + CAGE Device Material: 17-4PH stainless steel Tufforce Muzzle Brake with 4-side Picatinny Rail: Youre now reading about what is possibly the stupidest Fing thing on the planet. Clearly, a lot of people find the triangular shape compelling and wanted to know how the recoil reduction stacks up. Length:2.506 Finish:black or bead blast stainless The handguard is an O2 Lite from ODIN Works. It was because of your videos that i ended up going with the VG6 precision gamma and epsilon brakes on the majority of my builds and i couldnt be happier with the decision! On an AR, the reciprocating parts and [part of] the stock are perfectly in-line with the bore. Apex Tactical Enhanced Stabilization Attachment: Enhanced Stabilization Attachment is a bit marketing-lingo-heavy for my tastes, but this muzzle brake has a good reputation for performance. 1239 - Coat of arms of Munich in use. In my subjective opinion doing a little shooting out in the woods, I did also find it slightly quieter with the correctly-bored end cap. Regardless of what you choose, we have you covered at AR15Discounts.com. 1255 - City becomes ducal residence of Upper Bavaria. click here to view our Muzzle Brake, Compensator, Flash Hider Buyers Guide. Material: Inconel I started looking for flash hiding/compensation. It acts as a QD mount for KACs 5.56 suppressor line, and is a combination brake / comp / and flash hider. Precision Armament M4-72 Severe-Duty Compensator: After two 5.56 tests and one .308 test, Im sure the M4-72 is pretty bummed out to have been dethroned as reigning recoil reduction champion. KAK Industry 1/2-28 Slimline Micro Flash Can, NBS .223/5.56 1/2-28 TPI Three Port Muzzle Brake Black Nitride, NBS Tanker (Barrett .50 Cal Style) Muzzle Brake 1/228 (5.56/.223) Black Nitride, Kaw Valley Precision 22 Caliber Linear Comp, Strike Industries JCOMP Gen2 (1/228, .223/5.56), Kaw Valley Precision XL Slim Linear Comp Black, Strike Industries WarHog Comp for 5.56. New price $89 and up Venom Defense & Design AR-10, 2-Port Compensator Thats why my only threaded barrel rifle that wears something that arguably increases volume at the shooter or spectators is my 16 that wears an A2 birdcage as a bump in the night gun. I guess, maybe. Dead/ Bad Links WeaponTech Punisher Compensator/Flash Hider Well, considering I paid $22.99 of my own money for it I suppose that could be up for debate. Older people, and those with underlying medical problems like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic respiratory disease, and cancer are more likely to develop serious illness. Changes I would make would be eliminating the sliding friction like what youre talking about (although my rig would be quite different from your hanging rifle idea), and controlling the temperature, humidity, and ammunition temperature very tightly. The Dirty Bird .30 5/8-24 A2 Birdcage Flash Hider is the classic A2 flash hider design but refined in key areas. Simply put, a compensator redirects gases upward and reduces unwanted barrel rise while firing. If you believe theres a 1:1 connection, then that doesnt account for the SJCs 4.15% better recoil reduction performance (and Id highly suggest looking at it as a percentage, not a distance measurement in inches). This is a very attractive and well thought out flash hider that looks great once installed. Ill admit muzzle brakes definitely have their merits in competitive shooting where youre trying to scrub milliseconds off your stage times, but thats also an environment where you arent literally ruining the experience of everyone around you. The slots up front allow the user to torque the recessed flash can without removing the Handguard. Basically, FROMAN, Im not trying to poo on your ideas here but these tests take for-freaking-ever to prepare for, perform, and then edit together afterwards and I need to focus on whats popular and whats going to help the most people. There has been a lot of back-and-forth in the industry about swappable suppressor end caps, though, with some stating that theyre nothing but a marketing ploy to sell accessories while some insist that theyre truly effective at reducing volume levels when shooting smaller diameter calibers through an oversized bore. You can find the first one here,the second one there, and a .30 caliber version here. Im impressed. Diameter(at largest point): 1.0 Wrench flats! I think its safe to say at this point that Muzzle Brake Shootout #4 is never happening. Strike Industries King Comp The Strike Industries King Comp features a large dual chamber design, which was engineered to reduce felt recoil and help reduce the side concussion with the specifically angled gas ports. The M4-72 is smaller and lighter than the Titan, but it also spits more fire. MSRP:$89.99. We noted the same thing in developing the BFD, that AR recoil impulses are mostly subjective, and often stem from other kit installed on the firearm and how and where it is placed. MSRP:$28.99. How did you get yours? Durante uma rodada do jogo medida que a rodada avana, voc v os outros jogadores fazendo saques. There are some of those, but overall its a clean and consistent-looking piece. It would suggest that all of the immense testing you already did might be inconclusive and possibly reopen the issue. Fortis Control w/ Black Muzzle Brake Bundle Pack The Fortis Control Shield was designed to push the noise forward for combative situations or even for simple range use, while the top ports keep the muzzle device flat on target. MSRP:$133. Or, is the most of ~.4 gained by superior steering of the combustion gases escaping the chamber (better design)? Choosing something like a compensator as a muzzle device is a great way to help you get on target quicker, and put rapid follow-up shots on target. Lets take a look at some of the different muzzle devices out there for the AR platform and determine what is best for you. One huge benefit was the sound impulse being diverted as well as the brake blast. At least prior to testing them it was my opinion that they were made to look cool and really nothing else, but it turns out they all performed admirably. I am NOT suggesting that you even consider retesting all of those devices. Material: stainless steel (also available in titanium, and sometimes other metals) Length:2.562 Add to Cart. Comparable to some, rivaled by none, XTS products simply get it done! I measured how far the rig slid back for each shot. Finish:machined copper (as tested), also available Cerakoted, nitrided, and other finishes depending on metal Finish:Cerakote (or similar) Munich, by far the largest city in southern Germany, lies about 30 miles (50 km) north of the edge of the Alps and along the Isar River, which flows through the middle of the city. Its still good for a 74% reduction in recoil, which is absolutely amazing, but the SJC Titan did a whopping 78%. Bad things often happen at night, and preserving your vision in a life-threatening situation is absolutely vital. Weight:4.586oz (2.68 oz in titanium) New price $699 Dead Air Armament Sandman Ti Jeremy. I say I look forward to a good muzzle brake that will reduce the 2 to 3 inch jump to the upper left that I have to drop down on target to squeeze again The WarHog provides purely straight-line recoil reduction for those that prefer neutral set ups. Finish:black (also available in matte stainless finish) The noise, muzzle flash, and concussion were so obnoxious that every time he shot I flinched. The guys who make me shake my head the most are (eg) the guys who want a .300 WM in a 6 pound rifle, and they want to hurl 180 grain pills downrange. After trying to get used to it for 10 minutes I ended up just leaving. First off I have a question for Jeremy, who makes the handguard youhave on the AR in the video, i am building a hex themed AR and so far that is the best looking handguard I have seen and would love to know where i can pick one up. One of Venoms big claims to fame is manufacturing their brakes in various metal options. Finish:bead blastor many Cerakote color options This test is for muzzle brakes. I believe the blast/wind from both of these brakes is approximately the same, but the Titan may have a little more concussion that your neighbors at the range will feel.