Most desirable SVT40

[North2006west]

Which is more preferable - 6 port (12 slot) or 2 port (4 slot) muzzle break on SVTs?

 

[svt1940]

Which is more preferable - 6 port (12 slot) or 2 port (4 slot) muzzle break on SVTs?

I wonder too? I have both, i didnt fired my 6 ports yet, 4 ports seems to tame the recoil and is loud like hell!

 

[CanadianAR]

I think most guys prefer the 12 slot, as they
Were produced earlier and maybe better quality overall?

 

[eos]

The four port brake was introduced in 1942 as a production expedient. When SVTs were refurbed a brake is a brake so earlier dated rifles will be found with them. Military armourers are notoriously insensitive to the needs of collectors

 

[RMXC51]

I think its whatever you like. I have both and the 6 hole looks nicer but the 2 hole is easier to clean around. What about stocks? I have an original stock and an AVT stock, like the AVT better. There are naval versions with a different sling attachment (usually in AVT configuration) that are really sweet.

 

[Chumlee Bumsnag]

I was at the range with my 6 hole SVT today and am impressed with how well the break works. And yes, it's loud. I had a guy beside me shooting a CZ858 with an aftermarket brake on it. Everytime he shot, it gave me a blast of wind in the face. It seemed to be coming back off his muzzle at a 45 degree angle. But it was a nice wind. Warm and smelled like guns.