Also be aware that an increase of only 3dB doubles the sound, and another 3dB, doubles the sound yet again.
Muzzle brake and velocity???
- Thread starter Brianma65
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Also be aware that an increase of only 3dB doubles the sound, and another 3dB, doubles the sound yet again.
Yes, exactly.
If my new rifle is to be a range rifle only, the comfort of a brake is a good idea. If it is to be a hunting rifle, I either hunt with electronic muffs or unscrew the brake.
I like using a brake when shooting lots developing loads etc or on my M1A for quick shots but it's a pain in the a## keeping a good cheek weld for target shooting with the muffs on. I can never shoot as good or comfortable with muffs and plugs don't cut it with a brake
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- Location
- Under the arch
>designed to direct muzzle gases down range
I don't even know where to begin with that...
Not sure how a brake would increase velocity? There is no rifling in it, the hole is bigger than the muzzle and it's meant to push the gas pressure sideways faster hence taking the recoil out of the gun. I read once that the don't make guns louder but just direct the gases in a different direction making it seem loader. All I know for sure it's that it defenityl seems louder when shooting with one on the gun.
I had a flashider,from iron eagle tactical, I forgot to put on hearing protection ,while using it ,one day.
My ears were ringing for 20 minutes .
I think the flash hider is worst than the brake,for loudness.
Back on topic though, I only asked this question,cause im bored out of my tree.
My ears were ringing for 20 minutes .
I think the flash hider is worst than the brake,for loudness.
Back on topic though, I only asked this question,cause im bored out of my tree.
To unscrew it put a screwdriver through the brake ports and twist.
I had a couple of Badger Micro FTE on a pair of 16" Rem 700 bolt guns... one 223 and one 308. The 223 was actually worse then the 308, you could feel the concussion on your face shooting it.
The 223 now wears one of Simon's linears, 308 still has the badger.
The 223 now wears one of Simon's linears, 308 still has the badger.
Good choice. I was just going to suggest it lol. It's a punch in the face for anyone next to you, but super tame for the shooter.
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- In the shadows of the Rockies
For sure - need to have unimpaired hearing in order to listen for sounds that indicate your quarry is approaching through the timber.
The only thing that increases with a muzzle brake is the aggravation of the people sitting on either side of you at the range.
When you sit next someone using a muzzle break you are hit with far more blast and noise.
I have even had people complain at the range about my AR15 carbine and its muzzle break.
And if you look around match grade AR15 barrels are not threaded for a muzzle break, and many think the break effects accuracy.
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- Location
- In the shadows of the Rockies
First sprayed it with penetrating oil and got the goofy thing off no problem. The rifle feels way lighter with it removed.
Measures 0.5605" so I would bet dollars to donuts the threads are 9/16 UNF. However, the Ruger 338 OEM thread protector fitting is 1/2x32 so I will need a custom thread protector. Bummer.
https://thunderbeastarms.com/tech/thread-specifications
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