Looking to put a muzzle break on my cz 557 .308, suggestions? I know almost nothing about this, just looking to make the recoil a little milder off the bench.. rifle is already threaded from factory 5/8x24 is what the manual says.. thanks in advance.
Muzzle break
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coleman1495
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I’d go with the IBI tactical gill brake. It’s superior to the overpriced/overhyped Heathen.
Heathen
Not overhyped. Works well. Some may have better recoil reduction but the Heathen does not kick up dust, directs sound to the side, and not much muzzle jump. My next one might be an EC tuner/brake, but the Heathen can run just its tuner or brake or both at a once.
Not overhyped. Works well. Some may have better recoil reduction but the Heathen does not kick up dust, directs sound to the side, and not much muzzle jump. My next one might be an EC tuner/brake, but the Heathen can run just its tuner or brake or both at a once.
coleman1495
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
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Its hard to get an accurate comparison without a testing setup but I’d say the IBI has better recoil mitigation and less muzzle blast than the Heathen. The rifle with the Heathen has a 24” bbl whereas the IBI is on a 26” bbl. The Heathen feels a bit more obnoxious than the IBI.
The biggest difference is the IBI is 2/3 the price and has much easier installation/removal thanks to the flat sides you can use a wrench on.
You will be happy with it. They have a lower rounded profile and are easy to mount while maintaining proper orientation. I have been running one for 3 years on my .308.
Looking at the ibi, it has the same first port at 90 degrees. That is good. The ibi and Insite probably are a wash for recoil recursion and muzzle blast. It’s likely the 2” of barrel length that makes it seem more quiet. I don’t mind the flats on the nut of the the ibi however.
I prefer suppressors, shoot almost 100% suppressed now. I hate concussion.
That said I have a lot of muzzle brakes in my collection. They all have their own nuances. My personal preference is the Insite Heathen.
It's not as obnoxious as an APA or A419. The machining quality is top notch and I like some of the aspects like radiused edges and the knurling on the jam nut. Comes in many configurations: different OD's to match your barrel contour, port options, calibers, thread pitches and the ability to add a tuner if tuners are your things.
That said I have a lot of muzzle brakes in my collection. They all have their own nuances. My personal preference is the Insite Heathen.
It's not as obnoxious as an APA or A419. The machining quality is top notch and I like some of the aspects like radiused edges and the knurling on the jam nut. Comes in many configurations: different OD's to match your barrel contour, port options, calibers, thread pitches and the ability to add a tuner if tuners are your things.
You are in Alberta, the ATRS Tyrant brake is extremely effective and reasonably priced. Being as your rifle is already threaded you could install a Tyrant yourself in minutes.
mrsnipedaddy
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- Great White North
I'd suggest 2 paths depending on what you objectives are:
1. Reduce muzzle felt recoil as much as possible, are okay with kicking up the dust around you - MDT elite muzzle brake
2. Reduce some recoil but also reduce flash and side blast to be nice to your range neighbor - Surefire Warcomp 762
1. Reduce muzzle felt recoil as much as possible, are okay with kicking up the dust around you - MDT elite muzzle brake
2. Reduce some recoil but also reduce flash and side blast to be nice to your range neighbor - Surefire Warcomp 762
