AK47 (AKM) Killer Flash Hider!

Published on January 5, 2016
Duration: 7:03

This guide details the installation and performance evaluation of the CRH Customs 4 Prongs Flash Hider on an AKM rifle. Expert instruction from Rob Ski and Paul Minder demonstrates significant reductions in muzzle flash, with minimal impact on muzzle rise. The video emphasizes that flash hiders are primarily for flash suppression, not recoil reduction.

Quick Summary

The CRH Customs 4 Prongs Flash Hider for AKM rifles excels at reducing muzzle flash, as demonstrated in dark room and slow-motion tests. Weighing 2.25 ounces and featuring 14-1 left-handed threading for broad US compatibility, it offers significant flash suppression with minimal impact on muzzle rise.

Chapters

  1. 00:07Initial Firing Test
  2. 00:12Introducing the Flash Hider
  3. 00:34Flash Hider Purpose
  4. 00:44Dark Room Flash Test (Baseline)
  5. 01:00Dark Room Flash Test (4 Prong)
  6. 01:58Live Fire Flash Test (Baseline)
  7. 02:51Live Fire Flash Test (4 Prong)
  8. 03:32Muzzle Rise Test (Baseline)
  9. 03:58Muzzle Rise Test (4 Prong)
  10. 05:49Flash Hider Weight
  11. 06:43Recoil Discussion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary function of the CRH Customs 4 Prongs Flash Hider?

The primary function of the CRH Customs 4 Prongs Flash Hider is to significantly reduce or eliminate visible muzzle flash during firing. It is not designed to reduce recoil or muzzle rise, which remain comparable to the original muzzle device.

How effective is the CRH Customs 4 Prongs Flash Hider at reducing muzzle flash?

Testing in a dark room and slow-motion live fire demonstrations show that the CRH Customs 4 Prongs Flash Hider dramatically reduces muzzle flash, making it barely visible and difficult to capture on camera.

What is the compatibility of the CRH Customs 4 Prongs Flash Hider?

The CRH Customs 4 Prongs Flash Hider is compatible with 14-1 left-handed threaded barrels, which are standard on most AK rifles commonly found in the United States. Its weight is 2.25 ounces.

Does the CRH Customs 4 Prongs Flash Hider help with recoil?

No, the CRH Customs 4 Prongs Flash Hider is not designed for recoil reduction. While one speaker initially felt less recoil, the expert assessment confirms that flash hiders focus solely on suppressing muzzle flash.

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