blue109 Posted August 5, 2015 Report Share Posted August 5, 2015 They aren't pointed back at all and there's nothing on top....but I bought 2 and I have a friend with cool tools :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.R.D. Posted August 11, 2015 Report Share Posted August 11, 2015 If you haven't already seen it, sound testing: http://precisionrifleblog.com/2015/08/07/muzzle-brakes-sound-test/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cali_Ed Posted August 15, 2015 Report Share Posted August 15, 2015 I'm thinking of going with the pa m11 for the bolt I got. Hopefully it's good ull test it on both the lr308 and the rem give my own feed back in comparison to the benny cooley I have Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.R.D. Posted August 24, 2015 Report Share Posted August 24, 2015 Here's the wrap up: http://precisionrifleblog.com/2015/08/21/muzzle-brake-summary-of-field-test-results/The JEC design seems quite interesting across the board. MuzzleBrakesandMore.com / Ross Schuler has a seemingly identical for $45.Just waiting for TTAG Muzzle Brake Shootout III... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrtmasp Posted November 9, 2015 Report Share Posted November 9, 2015 (edited) I use to have simple tastes with a standard birdcage but picking a comp is worse than being the fat guy at a buffet. You just want it all. Deciding on a new comp for my Seekins AR15 build has been one of the two hardest choices to settle on for it. I've narrowed it down to the Seekins Precision ATC comp, Rainier Arms Mini Comp, Lantac Dragon, Supercomp Tactical Talon, and Supercomp NT. The problem is I didn't want to add too much length but might as well also get the benefits of a comp in the first place. Most of the comps that have grabbed my attention are typically 2.5-3 inches. The Rainier Mini is interesting because it's short length but good effectiveness. Apparently it creates quite the little fireball and is loud as it gets.I bought the Seekins ATC because it has beautiful machining and decent results in tests plus it just fits the look of what I have. It's kinda the sexy b!tch of my selections. A bit of a "trophy wife"...expensive and pretty but not necessarily the best out there. I also like what the Supercomps offer. Anyone get a lot of time with one yet? The Seekins ATC is in the mail but I want a second comp and haven't settled yet. Edited November 9, 2015 by jrtmasp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malig8r Posted November 9, 2015 Report Share Posted November 9, 2015 I ended up going with the Precision Arms EFAB. It did well on the TTAG review, not the best in every category but similar in performance to the KAC Mams for a whole lot less money.When I watched the lux video it did really well and the comp portion it was pretty good too. I haven't shot it yet but I'll give a review when I do. Might be a little while since I'm prepping for a cross country move. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.R.D. Posted November 10, 2015 Report Share Posted November 10, 2015 I have a GoGun SuperComp on my AR15. It's "OK", reduces recoil, jumps a little up and to the left (probably due to rifling spin), and is fairly loud, but not as bad as some others. If I had to replace it, I'd go with the Precision Arms M472 for sure. TTAG part III muzzle brake test is due out by the end of this month or next month. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.R.D. Posted November 10, 2015 Report Share Posted November 10, 2015 From TTAG:"Jeremy S says:November 9, 2015 at 17:59There’s a 5.56 test #3 coming up soon and a .308 test coming up very shortly thereafter (both will be published this December). Since many of the muzzle devices that are available for 5.56 and .308 (or .30 cal in general) are also available with AK-pattern threads (e.g. PA’s M4-72), I’m thinking there’s probably so much cross-over that it may not really be worth doing a separate AK-47 test. Seems like most of the muzzle devices that are AK-platform-specific aren’t really concentrating on recoil reduction anyway, or at least I don’t see any of the traditional-style AK things being real recoil reduction competition for what’s been developed for the AR platform for competition and tacticool use.I’ll try to get in touch with Spike’s. I haven’t been successful in the past. The budget for buying brakes isn’t that big, and there are quite a few with higher “priority” (based mostly on requests) to buy before the $110+ Dynacomp 2…Ideally a 2nd flash hiding test will be published before year end as well…" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crankbait Posted November 17, 2015 Report Share Posted November 17, 2015 I just bought a Go Gun SuperComp Ti. I currently run a Miculek brake, which works great but it is super annoying to any person shooting on the bench next to me on the range. It's more the concussive blast direction than the noise I think since everyone is wearing hearing protection when the range is hot. Trying to "fan out" the gas. I'm waiting to have it cerakoted along with parts for an AR-15 build. We shall see. FWIW, I have the Miculek brake timed at 1 o'clock - seems to help with horizontal muzzle movement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.R.D. Posted November 17, 2015 Report Share Posted November 17, 2015 Let us know what you find! On TTAG test the Miculeck was #6, and Supercomp #38. I look forward to hearing if you feel a difference: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue109 Posted November 17, 2015 Report Share Posted November 17, 2015 (edited) I grabbed a vg6 gamma for one of my ARs recently but Havnt had a chance to shoot it. Main thing I don't like about the miculek is the jam nut. Leaves a gap and looks ugly. Edited November 17, 2015 by blue109 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubbas4570 Posted December 22, 2015 Report Share Posted December 22, 2015 I know it didn't score veighly on the testing, but I went with something that I personally know will perform very well...the Smith Enterprise Good Iron brake. I had owned one on a Polytech M1A way back in the 90's and it did wonders for the recoil reduction on that, and now put one on my APF 16" .308 carbine. Unfortunately I have only 7 rounds through the gun since putting it on, but those 7 were just like shooting a Mforgery in .223 for recoil comparison.7 rounds were due to ammo issues, not gun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EngrBob Posted December 22, 2015 Report Share Posted December 22, 2015 Let us know what you find! On TTAG test the Miculeck was #6, and Supercomp #38. I look forward to hearing if you feel a difference: I have the Miculek on my AR308 and it works very well. As little recoil as my 5.56s, easy to keep on target, but don't be next to me or you need to have multiple ears on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.R.D. Posted December 22, 2015 Report Share Posted December 22, 2015 Supposedly, the next round (Part III) of the testing should be out any day. He also mentioned doing a .308 specific muzzle brake test as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.R.D. Posted December 22, 2015 Report Share Posted December 22, 2015 "There’s a 5.56 test #3 coming up soon and a .308 test coming up very shortly thereafter (both will be published this December). Since many of the muzzle devices that are available for 5.56 and .308 (or .30 cal in general) are also available with AK-pattern threads (e.g. PA’s M4-72), I’m thinking there’s probably so much cross-over that it may not really be worth doing a separate AK-47 test. Seems like most of the muzzle devices that are AK-platform-specific aren’t really concentrating on recoil reduction anyway, or at least I don’t see any of the traditional-style AK things being real recoil reduction competition for what’s been developed for the AR platform for competition and tacticool use.I’ll try to get in touch with Spike’s. I haven’t been successful in the past. The budget for buying brakes isn’t that big, and there are quite a few with higher “priority” (based mostly on requests) to buy before the $110+ Dynacomp 2…Ideally a 2nd flash hiding test will be published before year end as well…Jeremy"Flash hider test was already published. Still waiting on the muzzle brake results Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Warren Posted February 19, 2016 Report Share Posted February 19, 2016 I am thinking about going with a 2A X4 Titanium Brake for my 1st 308 build/assembly but I am still shopping around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.R.D. Posted March 19, 2016 Report Share Posted March 19, 2016 Don't know how I missed this: http://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/2016/02/jeremy-s/308-muzzle-brake-test/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue109 Posted March 19, 2016 Report Share Posted March 19, 2016 That M4-72 is killin it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.R.D. Posted March 19, 2016 Report Share Posted March 19, 2016 Yup. There are a few that precision rifle blog tested that may compete with it like American Precision Arms Bastard brakes, Alamo 4 Star and JEC. I think he may be adding those to the next test. There is also the Muzzle Brakes and More "Beast" that's got 35 degree baffles and seems promising. One thing precision rifle blog added to recoil testing that is significant though, was the Muzzle flip/dip movement, ability to stay on target, follow a bullets path and return to target for follow up shots. The JEC style brake with top porting did well here, the Little Bastard ok, but not so much with the others despite the great recoil reduction. The tank brake stayed on target, but didn't reduce as much recoil. We have no idea how the M4-72 performed on this issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beantown Posted March 19, 2016 Report Share Posted March 19, 2016 (edited) 8 hours ago, blue109 said: That M4-72 is killin it! You're right, that M4-72 put the other brakes in their place. It must be hell sitting next to it at the range. I like the SLR comp also, just waiting for a range report, before possibly buying it. Edited March 19, 2016 by beantown Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue109 Posted March 19, 2016 Report Share Posted March 19, 2016 I'd love to do one of those seamless comp setups like tool and Mike do, but the new barrel is .750 and all these are bigger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
survivalshop Posted March 19, 2016 Report Share Posted March 19, 2016 It can be turned down on a Lathe if it can be put on it . I had a custom brake made for me by PRI , for my 20" & they made it to my Barrels spec's ,based on my measurements , tapered it right to the Barrel . Their normally smaller diameter then my 0.936"Barrel . If it has a larger diameter , just turn it down & have it refinished , as long as turning it down has no effect on any Porting or strength . Tool shouldn't have a problem with doing one or or three or ? ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue109 Posted March 19, 2016 Report Share Posted March 19, 2016 (edited) What do you experts think? Could that M4-72 be turned down to .75 od? How sweet would that be? Edit...looking closely, there's not much meat in the ports as is, and the wrench flats are probably too deep to get it flush anyway Edited March 19, 2016 by blue109 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikedaddyH Posted March 19, 2016 Report Share Posted March 19, 2016 43 minutes ago, blue109 said: I'd love to do one of those seamless comp setups like tool and Mike do, but the new barrel is .750 and all these are bigger. Mike an hour drive north is all it takes. Lance does amazing work ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unforgiven Posted March 20, 2016 Report Share Posted March 20, 2016 Finnally hd a chance to talk to Lance.He is a sharp dude.Knowing he's up to his ears in work he took the time to speak to me.If I need any work done in his realm [bolt guns being his speciallty] he is the man I would see.Thanks brother Mike for his number. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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