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What to put on the muzzle

Posted: Fri May 12, 2017 3:18 am
by Rich Jordan
I've used an AR with a ALG Defense Sidewinder brake on a 20" barrel, and it rather disturbs people in neighboring lanes at the range and was noticeable to me. I've also fired an RRA 16" heavy barrel with one of their brakes with nasty crenellations to scare people, but don't recall the side blast or concussion (been a few years). Nothing else I have has a 'muzzle device' on it so thats my total experience.

So for a 16" midweight AR, which is going to be my 'general purpose' AR (with a red dot or holosight, for fun, plinking, shorter range target, etc), what would you screw on the end of the barrel?

I've been reading up on brakes, birdcages, thread protectors, and the Novesky blast reducer/linear brake style but don't really have an idea on the impact (other than the birdcage is cheapest).

Thanks

Re: What to put on the muzzle

Posted: Fri May 12, 2017 5:55 am
by Steamforger
I don't know but I do run an 11.5" AR with an A2 brake and it is abusive.

I have a KAK Flash Can for a .300 BLK project that never materialized. It seems ok, but is 100% aluminium and I question it's long term survival. I haven't bothered with one in 5.56.
The Levang linear comp looks interesting, but I've read some reviews that mentioned the finish was sub-standard.
Everything else was near enough $$$ or more $$$ than the Noveske Flaming Pig.

The Noveske KX5 gets here this week.

Re: What to put on the muzzle

Posted: Fri May 12, 2017 6:23 pm
by AggieWalt
I have a KAK type flash re-director on a blackout and it works. The break portion is steel but the cover is aluminum. But As was mentioned I am a bit skeptical on the longevity but it works for now.

Re: What to put on the muzzle

Posted: Fri May 12, 2017 6:41 pm
by Netpackrat

Re: What to put on the muzzle

Posted: Sat May 13, 2017 12:55 am
by rightisright
If you don't want to drop the coin for a suppressor, you want a linear compensator like the Levang or Kaw Valley. They significantly reduce side and back blast. Or you could get a Ferfrans modular.

Re: What to put on the muzzle

Posted: Sat May 13, 2017 2:24 am
by Rich Jordan
Netpackrat wrote:https://silencerco.com/
Illinois. No silencers no how, unless the law changes, and the bad guys have large majorities in the legislature.

Re: What to put on the muzzle

Posted: Sat May 13, 2017 3:48 am
by Candyman
I like a three prong flash hider and have found that the old m16 style works great. 5.56 doesn't kick much and I really don't see a need for a muzzle break unless you are shooting 3 gun or have the need for quick follow up shots.
I have a lantac Dragon on one of my rifles and it works great. The rifle doesn't move when shooting. The bad thing is, no one wants to be your friend when your shooting. It's loud, very loud.
I just got my tax stamp for my SBR . I will be trying a few different muzzle devices to find one that I like.

Re: What to put on the muzzle

Posted: Sat May 13, 2017 4:32 am
by Rich Jordan
Thanks for the input. I've been doing more reading on the various linear comps. I think its down to a thread protector or one of the linear models, at least till I get a chance to try things. I don't have a need for a back-pressure increasing model like the Noveske. And the fellow with the RRA and its toothy brake is going to bring that rifle out next time we go to the range so I can't try it again.

Re: What to put on the muzzle

Posted: Sat May 13, 2017 5:28 am
by Netpackrat
Rich Jordan wrote:
Netpackrat wrote:https://silencerco.com/
Illinois. No silencers no how, unless the law changes, and the bad guys have large majorities in the legislature.
Suckage... You could still maybe get a trust partner in an adjacent state, so you could visit your silencer on weekends or something.

Re: What to put on the muzzle

Posted: Sat May 13, 2017 5:36 am
by Rich Jordan
My brother is in KY. And hopefully we'll be retiring in a few more years. Options exist but I doubt I'll do a suppressor until we leave this state (or a miracle happens and the suppressor enabling law passes).