Looking for a 3.5" compensator, much like the A2 birdcage flashhider, but longer

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Posted: 7/26/2016 6:43:55 PM EDT

Hi everyone,

I need to attach a 3.5" muzzle device to a rifle I'm planning on purchasing in order to meet the legal OAL for my
state. I don't want it to exceed this length as much as I can avoid doing so.

I don't want anything fancy, ugly or scary looking. Ideally, a longer version of the standard A2 flashhider, or something
similar in appearance and function.

I've been looking online but don't really know where to look. Any suggestions? Thanks!

Posted: 7/26/2016 7:24:09 PM EDT

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http://www.del-ton.com/AR_15_Flash_Hider_p/bp1017.htm

the 5.5 is the closest thing that comes to mind.

Noveske pig is 3.25"

http://www.noveske.com/collections/parts/products/kx5-flash-suppressor-w-crush-washer

Posted: 7/26/2016 9:50:21 PM EDT

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Hmm. I get the feeling that I'm going to have to find a custom shop to machine
for to meet my specs. While the flaming pig is almost the right size, and could probably be helped with a washer to space out
behind it, I don't like the fact that it has a logo on it. This will be permanently attached, so I want something
that has a profesional look and performance.

Posted: 7/27/2016 3:54:31 AM EDT

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Hmm. I get the feeling that I'm going to have to find a custom shop to machine
for to meet my specs. While the flaming pig is almost the right size, and could probably be helped with a washer to space out
behind it, I don't like the fact that it has a logo on it. This will be permanently attached, so I want something
that has a profesional look and performance.

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Have a shop cerakote it or ask Noveske is they have something without it on it. The worst they can tell you is no.

Posted: 7/27/2016 9:09:46 AM EDT

[#4]

There are other, generic options to the pig if you look around. They're also much cheaper.

There are lots of compensators out there, but not sure on a flash hider. Why would you even want a 3.5" FH? Why not use the extra barrel length for velocity and use a normal A2 if that's the style you want?

Posted: 7/27/2016 12:41:19 PM EDT

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There are other, generic options to the pig if you look around. They're also much cheaper.

There are lots of compensators out there, but not sure on a flash hider. Why would you even want a 3.5" FH? Why not use the extra barrel length for velocity and use a normal A2 if that's the style you want?

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Unfortunately, the rifle I want does not come in longer barrel lengths, at least not for some time. Thus I am forced to go for a longer muzzle device.

Posted: 7/27/2016 3:29:01 PM EDT

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There are other, generic options to the pig if you look around. They're also much cheaper.

There are lots of compensators out there, but not sure on a flash hider. Why would you even want a 3.5" FH? Why not use the extra barrel length for velocity and use a normal A2 if that's the style you want?

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KAK sells a copy of the pig for a whopping $35, OP could also consider a xm177 moderator copy

Posted: 7/27/2016 4:22:18 PM EDT

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KAK sells a copy of the pig for a whopping $35, OP could also consider a xm177 moderator copy

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There are other, generic options to the pig if you look around. They're also much cheaper.

There are lots of compensators out there, but not sure on a flash hider. Why would you even want a 3.5" FH? Why not use the extra barrel length for velocity and use a normal A2 if that's the style you want?

KAK sells a copy of the pig for a whopping $35, OP could also consider a xm177 moderator copy

That is 6061 aluminum. Would that potentially cause problems?

This is what I have found and am considering.

https://www.veriforcetactical.com/product/ar-15-slant-cut-flash-hiding-slim-pig-cone-for-5-56/

The slim pig has an OAL of 3.25" which means I would need to add another .25"
of a washer or spacer to get it to the total OAL for my needs.

Here is the thing. It is made of T6 Aluminum. I'm concerned that aluminum is a bad idea.

I talked to the rep and he said it will have no issues, but I'm still worried.

Any thoughts?

Posted: 7/27/2016 9:29:45 PM EDT

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I've put ALOT of rounds through two of the KAKs with zero problems. No erosion or anything else. I've got a third one on order right now.

Posted: 7/27/2016 9:42:20 PM EDT

[#9]

Just hit me, the brake on a S&W M&P is 3" long. Have a small spacer made? I had my Mini 14 cut down and a Smith hider pinned and it looks great at 16 1/8".

Posted: 7/27/2016 10:12:35 PM EDT

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That is 6061 aluminum. Would that potentially cause problems?

This is what I have found and am considering.

https://www.veriforcetactical.com/product/ar-15-slant-cut-flash-hiding-slim-pig-cone-for-5-56/

The slim pig has an OAL of 3.25" which means I would need to add another .25"
of a washer or spacer to get it to the total OAL for my needs.

Here is the thing. It is made of T6 Aluminum. I'm concerned that aluminum is a bad idea.

I talked to the rep and he said it will have no issues, but I'm still worried.

Any thoughts?

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There are other, generic options to the pig if you look around. They're also much cheaper.

There are lots of compensators out there, but not sure on a flash hider. Why would you even want a 3.5" FH? Why not use the extra barrel length for velocity and use a normal A2 if that's the style you want?

KAK sells a copy of the pig for a whopping $35, OP could also consider a xm177 moderator copy

That is 6061 aluminum. Would that potentially cause problems?

This is what I have found and am considering.

https://www.veriforcetactical.com/product/ar-15-slant-cut-flash-hiding-slim-pig-cone-for-5-56/

The slim pig has an OAL of 3.25" which means I would need to add another .25"
of a washer or spacer to get it to the total OAL for my needs.

Here is the thing. It is made of T6 Aluminum. I'm concerned that aluminum is a bad idea.

I talked to the rep and he said it will have no issues, but I'm still worried.

Any thoughts?

ADCO makes a .25 spacer

Posted: 7/27/2016 10:45:19 PM EDT

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How is the aluminum fh going to be permanently mounted to the barrel? Don't they need to be blind pined and the welded?

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ADCO makes a .25 spacer

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There are other, generic options to the pig if you look around. They're also much cheaper.

There are lots of compensators out there, but not sure on a flash hider. Why would you even want a 3.5" FH? Why not use the extra barrel length for velocity and use a normal A2 if that's the style you want?

KAK sells a copy of the pig for a whopping $35, OP could also consider a xm177 moderator copy

That is 6061 aluminum. Would that potentially cause problems?

This is what I have found and am considering.

https://www.veriforcetactical.com/product/ar-15-slant-cut-flash-hiding-slim-pig-cone-for-5-56/

The slim pig has an OAL of 3.25" which means I would need to add another .25"
of a washer or spacer to get it to the total OAL for my needs.

Here is the thing. It is made of T6 Aluminum. I'm concerned that aluminum is a bad idea.

I talked to the rep and he said it will have no issues, but I'm still worried.

Any thoughts?

ADCO makes a .25 spacer