.308 Muzzle Brakes, Flash Hiders & Compensators

Choosing the Right .308 Muzzle Device for Your Rifle

When it comes to precision while shooting, every little detail matters, and your muzzle device is no exception. 

Muzzle Brake vs. Compensator vs. Flash Hider

Muzzle devices are not one and the same. Here is a quick breakdown of what they are and how they’re defined:

• Muzzle brake – this is a 308 muzzle device that is designed to reduce the recoil force by redirecting the gas. It makes the rifle easier to handle. 
• Compensator – it is a device that minimizes muzzle rise, thereby helping you keep your targets in sight.
• Flash hider- it minimizes the obvious flash of the muzzle, thus maintaining night vision and concealing the position you’re shooting from. 

A 308 flash hider will be useful in hunting so as not to scare game during low-light hours. Tactical shooters may be interested in a 308 compensator to allow an ability to regain the target faster, whereas competitive marksmen may want to go for a 308 muzzle brake to reduce recoil as much as possible.

Benefits of Using a .308 Muzzle Brake

Installing a .308 muzzle brake to your setup can bring a significant performance increase. Here are some benefits you get from using this device: 

• Recoil control will improve, resulting in more comfort and less shooter fatigue.
• Precise and rapid follow-up shots will keep you in pace with any quick shooting situations.
• Better stability brings about more accuracy in new and old shooters.

These are not platform-specific advantages. .308 muzzle brakes are fantastic on AR-10s; just as great atop bolt-action rifles, too.

Installation Notes and Tips on compatibility.

A large number of 308 muzzle brakes can easily be installed with simple tools. Most use a 5/8 inch diameter and have 24 threads, and most can be fitted with a crush washer to fit correctly in time and location. Be sure to check the thread pitch of your barrel before you buy it, and be sure that your device is rated for the .308. The incorrect fit is not only inefficient but can even prove hazardous.

Why Mid State Firearms?

At Mid State Firearms, we hand-pick every part and make sure it is reliable and can perform well. Whether it’s 308 compensators or 308 muzzle brakes, we offer only the finest gear that passes our standards in quality. We are veteran-owned and ship promptly with shipping inside the U.S., and back every product with knowledgeable support to guide you in finding the right fit for your rifle. Not only are you purchasing parts when you shop with us, but you are investing in precision, safety, and shooting confidence. Ready to upgrade your setup? Explore our full range of muzzle devices and find the perfect match for your rifle.