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28 July 2008, 10:24 #1
Guide to assorted Flash Suppressors
Weapon System: AR15/ M16
Manufacturer:
Advanced Armament Corp
Noveske Rifleworks
Primary Weapon Systems
Saylors Machine
Yankee Hill Machine/ YHM
Vltor
Purpose of Item: The purpose of a flash suppressor on the AR15/ M16 platform is to reduce/ suppress the flash from the end of the barrel as the weapon is fired.
Tools Needed: Open end wrench. If timing the Flash Suppressor is recommended, a second person may be used to hold and brace the weapon, or the use of a clamp or action block may be required.
Items Included: Most Flash Suppressors will include some form of washer if one is needed. This may be a peel, or in most cases, a crush washer.
*** NOTE- The below muzzle devices are one which are owned by myself, and most have been used, dropped, knocked into things, or left laying around. The colored markings observed on some are paint, grease, dirt and who knows what. These items don't come that way from the manufacturer, this is simply what I currently have on hand. ***
Last edited by Stickman; 4 August 2008 at 10:52.
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28 July 2008, 10:34 #2
USGI A1
After the 3 prong FS used on the early M16s, the A1 FS (commonly called a birdcage) was in use up until the M16A2 was adopted by the US Military. The A1 FS remains on the market, and is a cheap option for those people who want a FS which does not have a closed section on the bottom. This unit does not need to be timed.
Last edited by Stickman; 31 July 2008 at 15:24.
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28 July 2008, 10:35 #3
USGI A2
The A2 FS is probably the most common muzzle device in use today. It is the issued FS on current M16/ M4s (with very few exceptions). It is a cheap and functional item, and the primary difference between it and its A1 sibling is that it has a closed bottom section to deter dust from being kicked up when shooting close to the ground.
Last edited by Stickman; 31 July 2008 at 15:24.
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28 July 2008, 10:35 #4
Advanced Armament Corp. BLACKOUT
Last edited by Stickman; 31 July 2008 at 15:25.
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28 July 2008, 10:39 #5
Smith Enterprises Vortex
The Vortex is machined from 8620 bar stock steel, then case-hardened to provide a tough core and hard surface for maximum strength, black-parkerized finish. 21⁄4″ long, .861″ diameter. It is Sound Suppressor capable. It is not a timed item, when it is tightened that’s where it is. The Vortex does not required the use of a lock washer.The Vortex conceals the flash essentially 99.999% - even on full auto.
Four specially angled flutes dissipate the gas but contain the unburned powder allowing increased residual burn for less visible flash. It incorporates a helix design essentially tightening itself when the weapon is fired and helps align exiting barrel gas to improve accuracy with all bullet types.
The Vortex can be permanently attached to the new 14.5″ M-4 barrels the result is a barrel with an over-all length of 16.1″.
Last edited by Stickman; 31 July 2008 at 15:26.
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28 July 2008, 10:46 #6
YHM Phantom
Please note that the Phantom is available with (5C2) or without front serrations (5C1). The standard YHM Phantom is has ports which open on all sides, while the 5C1 and 5C2 have a closed section which should be timed to the bottom, this reduces dust being kicked up when firing from the prone position.
The popular Phantom Flash Suppressor has been redesigned to work as a muzzle compensator while maintaining the excellent flash hiding capabilities of its predecessor.
This 5 port design has no downward facing port which helps eliminate dust problems when shooting in the prone position. The 5C1 features a “no snag” design that allows the user to navigate rough terrain without interference.
For threaded barrels only. Includes crush washer.
Open on all sides
Closed bottom port
Last edited by Stickman; 31 July 2008 at 15:30.