Videos tagged with Three Prong Flash Hider

This guide details the installation and testing of the Engaged Industries Operator 5.56 Suppressor. It covers selecting and installing muzzle devices like the three-prong flash hider or stub mount, attaching the suppressor, and conducting performance tests using a chronograph to measure velocity and point of impact shift. The reviewer, demonstrating experienced authority, highlights the suppressor's lighter weight and shorter length compared to other models, and its minimal impact on shooting characteristics.

This entry details the Colt Model 601, an early AR-15 variant preceding the XM16, as presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It highlights unique features like green fiberglass furniture, a three-prong flash hider, and a slab-side receiver, contrasting it with later military iterations. The information is presented with expert historical analysis and detailed visual examination.

This review of the Barrett REC7 DI AR-15 highlights its construction, including a 7075 T6 aluminum forged upper and lower receiver, and a cold hammer-forged, chrome-lined barrel for longevity. The rifle features Magpul furniture, a mid-length gas system for suppressed and unsuppressed use, and an ambidextrous safety. Tested specifications closely matched manufacturer claims, with a surprisingly light trigger pull for a DI rifle.

This guide from Palmetto State Armory breaks down common AR-15 muzzle devices. It covers the basic A2 bird cage for flash suppression and dust control, three-prong flash hiders for enhanced flash hiding, compensators for significant recoil reduction, linear compensators for directing blast forward, and suppressor mounts for quick suppressor attachment and thread protection. The video emphasizes choosing a device based on intended use, such as competition, prone shooting, or suppressor compatibility.

This entry details the identification of a rare, mid-1960s AR-15, highlighting its distinct features compared to later models. Key identifiers include the absence of a forward assist, a three-prong flash hider, and a lightweight barrel. The video emphasizes the historical availability of the AR-15 in the US market, debunking myths about its recent introduction.

This guide details the disassembly and inspection of a rare US Air Force contract Colt M16 (Pre-A1), identified as a Model 604. It highlights key historical features such as the slick-side upper receiver, three-prong flash hider, peel washer, pencil barrel, and Bakelite-style grip. The process emphasizes safety checks and component examination for this historically significant firearm.

This review of the Sig MCX SPEAR LT in 7.62x39 highlights its unique multi-caliber capability, allowing for easy conversion to 5.56 or 300 Blackout via barrel and bolt head swaps. The reviewer, Tony D2 Wild, purchased the firearm to experience the 7.62x39 caliber on an AR platform, noting its effectiveness as a heavy hitter despite increased recoil in the pistol configuration. He emphasizes the firearm's modularity and the availability of specialized DuraMags for reliable feeding.

This video from Classic Firearms provides an expert-level comparison of muzzle brakes and flash hiders, featuring insights from instructors Clint and Kaydi. It details the gas dynamics and design differences, demonstrating their effects on recoil, muzzle rise, and flash signature with various firearms like the FN 15 M4 and Daniel Defense MK12. The guide emphasizes choosing the right device based on application, from low-light shooting to rapid follow-up shots.

This video provides an in-depth review of the Finnish M76 Valmet rifle, highlighting its historical significance as the Finnish Army's service rifle and its design influences from the AK-47 and Galil. The presenter details its features, including a unique three-prong flash hider, a notably sharp bayonet with a reindeer hide sheath, a chrome-lined barrel, and an AK-like operating system. The discussion covers the evolution of its handguards and buttstock for the US market and its distinctive 'beer keg' proof stamp indicating a canceled government contract.

This video provides an in-depth look at an original Steyr AUG, highlighting its bullpup design, early generation features, and shooting performance. The presenter, a self-proclaimed lefty, discusses the rifle's unique ejection system and the necessity of shooting right-handed due to the lack of a left-handed bolt. The review covers the integrated 1.5x scope, adjustable gas block, and controls, while also demonstrating the rifle's reliability with both .223 Remington and 5.56x45mm NATO ammunition. The video also features a fun segment testing the effectiveness of Firebird targets.

This video provides a detailed examination of an early Colt Armalite AR604, highlighting its historical significance and key differences from modern AR-15 platforms. The presenter, with apparent familiarity with firearms, breaks down the rifle's components, discussing its original features and the evolutionary changes that led to contemporary designs. The AR604 is presented as a foundational piece of AR-15 history, offering insights into early manufacturing and design choices.

This video provides a detailed tabletop review and field strip of the Brownells BRN-10, a rifle designed to replicate the historical AR-10. The presenter, with apparent familiarity with firearms history and design, highlights key differences and similarities between the BRN-10 and modern AR-10/AR-15 platforms. The review covers historical context, design choices, and practical aspects like magazine compatibility and internal components, aiming to inform viewers about this historically significant firearm.