Flash hider...

[GAM3INO]

Muzzle Break, flash hider etc.

Are they all one in the same, or is there one or two manufacturers that stand out as making a one thats better than the next? Its an easy upgrade for my new rifle, so I just wanted to make sure before I bought one just because it looked "cool", but didn't function well. Thanks!

 

[gunman41mag]

Muzzle Break, flash hider etc.

Are they all one in the same, or is there one or two manufacturers that stand out as making a one thats better than the next? Its an easy upgrade for my new rifle, so I just wanted to make sure before I bought one just because it looked "cool", but didn't function well. Thanks!

MUZZLE-BREAK & FLASH HIDER are two different things, muzzle-break reduce recoil & flash hider reduces the flash that comes out the barrel

 

[GAM3INO]

MUZZLE-BREAK & FLASH HIDER are two different things, muzzle-break reduce recoil & flash hider reduces the flash that comes out the barrel

Your correct. I should have specified exactly what I wanted, instead of what they are always commonly called. Im looking for an actual flash hider.

 

[gunman41mag]

Your correct. I should have specified exactly what I wanted, instead of what they are always commonly called. Im looking for an actual flash hider.

My AR-15 with 11.5 inch barrel has a long 5.5 inch flash hider, to make sure you have at least 16 inches to be legal, reducing the flame coming out of the barrel, good only if your sniping, cause the rifle round is loud.

 

[GAM3INO]

I have a 16" barrel on my AR, so barrel length isn't a problem. Anything you would recommend for me?

 

[gunman41mag]

I have a 16" barrel on my AR, so barrel length isn't a problem. Anything you would recommend for me?

Here is a big list of AR-15 flash hider pick the one you like AR-15, M16, M4, Flash Hiders

 

[LPMan59]

this one seems pretty popular
YHM Phantom Flash Hider

 

[WebSnyper]

Here's a review by Shooter521:
https://www.indianagunowners.com/fo...gear/132199-ar_15_flash_hider_comparison.html

 

[GAM3INO]

Very helpful. Thank you everyone!

 

[mrfjones]

this one seems pretty popular
YHM Phantom Flash Hider

I like mine and it really works both ways it does the same job a reg birdcage does but it is only ported on the top and sides to reduce muzzle climb. Lastly,I wouldn't want to meet the sharp ends on it either.

 

[glock212327]

just a regular a2 flash hider will do. I seen a video that showed the a2 up against the higher priced hiders and the a2 was the best. doesn't look as cool as some but it does the job

 

[bowtech29]

YHM Phantom +1

 

[DownByTheTracks]

I shot with AACs Blackout FH 2 nights ago out of a 10.5" bbl and it appeared to only show some unburnt powder flakes. No flames at all.

 

[malern28us]

I like Harrisons stuff.
Muzzle Devices
He even has his own comparison chart on his observations.

 

[cosermann]

I like the Vortex. No issues over many years. Excellent flash reduction.

5.56mm Vortex® Flash Suppressor / Eliminators : Smith Enterprise, Inc.

 

[U.S. Patriot]

I have a AK74 style muzzle break on my Bushmaster. I can defiantly tell a difference compared to rifles I have shot that have the standard birdcage style.