Anyone using the Smith Muzzle Brake?

[mdbuckle]

Is there anyone here that is using the Smith Muzzle Brake on their M14. How much louder is it compared to the factory flash hider? Does it help with recoil any?

 

[Bob]

It is louder and about 3 times the weight of the norc FH. Recoil, I don't recall a change but it has controlled the change in zero as the barrel heats up....Bob

 

[Kwattro]

No change in recoil Bob? I was considering one to help tame that verticle pop-up I get shooting the gun off stands or bags. Any other brakes out there worth looking at CGNers?

 

[girlsgunsandfastbikes]

It makes a huge difference in muzzle lift, but very loud


Try this

Muzzle brake video

GG&FB

 

[Sharkson]

Ordered one today from gunaccessories.com to replace the Vortex on my shortie. I'll put the Vortex on my other M-305.

I'll let you all know how it works out.

 

[Bob]

Recoil I can't recall as I've been shooting my SOCOM version more. Barrel lift as I remember was improved.Will take it out this weekend to refresh my memory...Bob

 

[PaveHammer]

Well, the one I used, this one in .308:

It killed muzzle flip by approximately half, and felt recoil was reduced by probably a third. Of course, this is all my own interpretation. I fired this beside an unmodified M14s, and that was the result.

BUT! Muzzle report went up a LOT, and it was unpleasant to be on either side of it, in line with the shooter.

All in all, it was a fantastic break, and I loved it. Definately my top pick.

Thanks,

Brad

 

[Steiner]

PaveHammer,
Did you have a Vortex on yours before? Just wondering how they compare. Did you orders yours from Smith and have it mailed to Canada? I want one also.