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30 Caliber Muzzle Brake
dfletcher
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I'm looking for a non-indexing muzzle brake for a 30 caliber rifle - the muzzle is threaded for "AR standard" 5/8X24 and barrel diameter at the muzzle is .750. I'd like the rear end of the brake to slip over the barrel a bit and cover the shoulder, give it a clean look. The gun is a T/C Encore and the cartridge is a 300 WM - the Encore weighs about 6.5 lbs so I'd like the brake to be effective. And I'd kind of like to buy at around $80.00, so the Badger Thruster is a bit more than I want to spend.
Anything out there?
Edit: Regarding the additional noise or not using a brake I understand and generally go that way. I have heavy recoiling rifles in 375, 416 & 458 and don't mind it in those guns. On this one I'd like to avoid it and don't mind the additional muzzle blast.
Anything out there?
Edit: Regarding the additional noise or not using a brake I understand and generally go that way. I have heavy recoiling rifles in 375, 416 & 458 and don't mind it in those guns. On this one I'd like to avoid it and don't mind the additional muzzle blast.
Comments
If none of our folks can reference any specific brakes that meet your requirements, you might try Brownells. Either their on-line catalog, or give their customer service reps a call.
I buy quite a bit at Brownells and checked there first. I thought Smith had a brake that fit the bill (I have their direct connect non-indexing on my M1A Scout) but they don't have one for sale, just as part of a M1A kit. Kind of surprised they don't have one.
I personally don't use breaks, as I can't deal with the noise well. However, when it comes to recoil reduction brakes, there is one guy on this forum who has vast experience...Nononsense. I am sure he will be along sometime. If he does not show up, you might want to e-mail him, if you haven't already. He is always willing, and at his best helping other's.
In the meantime, if you have not already considered a SVL Limbsaver pad, you should do so. They are for real, and the best pad I have found...as I don't use a break.
Best
For MB that can be turned on or off check out the Brockman at http://www.brockmansrifles.com/mbrake.asp for $255
Best price I've seen is at EABCO installed for under $200 http://www.eabco.com/store/products/Brockman_Muzzle_Brake_BLUE_Installed-412-57.html
Good luck!
Ed
http://www.nokick.com/Smith_Ent_M14_DC_p/sei m14dc.htm
It's a direct connect to the M1A, but I seem to recall it's advertised as having some sort of dual threading that allows it to go on the AR 5/8x24 too. Does anyone know for sure?
I haven't been able to find this one advertised specifically for the AR, only in a kit for the M1A.
I have this on my M1A Scout:
http://www.nokick.com/Smith_Ent_M14_DC_p/sei m14dc.htm
It's a direct connect to the M1A, but I seem to recall it's advertised as having some sort of dual threading that allows it to go on the AR 5/8x24 too. Does anyone know for sure?
I haven't been able to find this one advertised specifically for the AR, only in a kit for the M1A.
Have you tried contacting them at:
Smith Enterprise, Inc.
1701 West 10th Street, Suite 14
Tempe, Arizona 85281
Retail Sales, Dealers, and Customer Service
Phone: (480) 964-1818
FAX: (480) 921-9987
Email: smithent@qwestoffice.net
(please note new email address, effective April `08)
Monday - Friday,
9:00am - 4:00pm MST (GMT -7)
Here is the website.
http://www.gentrycustom.com/