I've decided to get an Armalite AR10A4 when I get home in a few months...O.K., four months, but who's counting...
I'm trying to decide between the 16" barrel and the 20" barrel.
My main concern with the 16" barrel is excessive muzzle flash. I've seen some cantelope-sized(Hell, even a few near Basketball-sized...
) muzzle flashes from some 16" - 18" barreled .308's and
REALLY want to avoid that.
I'm also concerned with more pronounced muzzle flip/jump when compared to the 20" barrel...and, YES, I know it's a .308/7.62mm and has more recoil than a .223/5.56mm...
I'd like to stay with the shorter barrel to save weight, because I've been reading & hearing about how
HEAVY AR10's can be.
I guess what I'm trying to find out is:
A) Would a more efficient flash suppressor(i.e. Smith Ent. Vortex) signifcantly reduce or even all but eliminate muzzle flash in the shorter barrel?
B) Is there significantly more muzzle flip or "jump" with the 16" barrel compared to the 20" barrel?
I'd really be interested to hear from folks who have had some experience with AR10's in both barrel lengths...
Thanks in advance!
BTW- I plan on using a 2-optic set-up with this rig...an EO-Tech for up close and a decent mid-power scope for longer ranges. Both will have a QD mount of some sort for quick interchangeability.