Flashhider for SBR's

[Plastic]

Hello,

I'm looking to replace the stock standard flash hider on my 11.5" AR hearing that an aftermarket one designed in a different manner would help on noise and recoil.

Which models should I look into? I know some of my choices are limited due to the import restrictions of Flash suppressors, but what can I purchase domestically that's the best value? (not looking to spend that much on such a small simple part)

Thanks.

 

[vondnik]

Flaming pig being the best choice and is worth the hassel and cost of getting one, a vortex or phantom served me ok until I got the flaming pig on the 7.5 inch carbines

 

[angryeyebrows]

As much as I hate that KFH, he's right. They do cut the noise/flash/concussion down on the shorter carbines.

 

[Paulinski]

Noveske KX3 aka the flaming pig - one disadvantage is the weight of the flash hider.

I also used Vortex and Vltor V1C.

 

[hoddie]

I run a Vltor one on my 10.3 Stag. Not as loud as my A2 flash when I had it on there, and the flame is shorter.
YMMV,
Hoddie

 

[FrankieT]

Having owned and used a KX3 on a 10.5, I would say that it does indeed do what it's supposed to. I'd highly recommed it. Only problem is finding one.

 

[Greenhorse six]

Don't the KX3 burn out after awhile?

 

[vondnik]

Don't the KX3 burn out after awhile?

yeah but mostly after many thousand rounds of full auto..... The cone is made of inconel, a metal very resistant to erosion, heat, corrosion and fatigue but if you heat it up past a certain point it just fails catastrofly.....

 

[Plastic]

where can i purchase one of those Noveske flash hiders?

thanks.

 

[sigger69]

There was one in the EE last week but looks like it's gone now.

 

[Clobbersauras]

Dlask makes and sells various kinds of flash hiders/etc. You should check out their web site. Prices are good too.

 

[zykopat]

I haven't used a KX3, but for a SBR, my money would go on this one. From Pat Sweeney's book: they are favorite of entry teams and SBR users and they also channel noise foward.

 

[Leg]

KX3 does not reduce flash, if anything it makes it even bigger than the A2 flashider, although it does direct it forward so perceived flash may be reduced. It also directs the noise forward so that it appears to be reduced to the firer, those around you may disagree. I don't have experience with one so take my comments for what they are. A non-issue with hearing protection anyway.

My vote would go to a Vortex or Phantom. Some newer choices south of the border these days but availability up here may be a problem. ETA: these won't reduce noise, but then again, neither do any other options.

 

[mildot]

Surefire

 

[greentips]

Vortex or blackout

 

[Rotorwing_Savior]

where can i purchase one of those Noveske flash hiders?

thanks.

You can't! The next available one is mine!!

 

[furet]

The KX3 does a great job at reducing the shock wave to the sides, having stood next to beginner shooters with it and without makes a huge difference on my 11.5" gun. It also 'supposidly' helps with cycling of short barrel guns due to back pressure!!!

 

[Captain Paul]

Still can't find a store that has them in stock :/

 

[Hammer]

I am also looking for a Vortex flash hider(s) in 223 and one in 9mm. Is there someone who can aquire since my source will not ship.

-Lou