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Posted: 7/31/2001 10:28:01 AM EDT
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can anybody help??????????????
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Posted: 7/31/2001 10:37:31 AM EDT
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I know that the Vortex works VERY well, better than the A2 birdcage. The A1 prong flash-suppressor is somewhere in between.
I have been repeatedly told that the Phantom is the rough equivalent in effectiveness with the Vortex. However, the expertise and veracity of the individuals saying this in unknown at this time. Respected, expert opinion currently holds the opinion expressed in para 1 of this post. The jury's still out on the Phantom, but initial reports are favorable. Hope this helps. |
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Posted: 7/31/2001 10:40:12 AM EDT
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thanks
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Posted: 7/31/2001 10:41:37 AM EDT
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The Vortex is the best there is. The down side is the tines are subject to getting bent or broken off. The Phantom is not quite as good at flash suppressing, but much less likely to get damaged. (It also does not look quite as Cool) The A2f/s is well behind in flash suppressing. It is cheaper, hard to break, and adjustable for rise.
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Posted: 7/31/2001 10:48:36 AM EDT
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Try this quick fix for the Vortex: Get a length of thin stainless steel wire. Wrap it ONCE around the end of the Vortex, in the groove near the end of the tines. Pull it tight, and tie it off, bending the knot down and into the groove. Too thick wire, or too much will have a negative effect on the Vortex's flash-suppressing capabilities.
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Posted: 8/2/2001 5:26:43 PM EDT
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Lets talk about cook factor. I feel the Vortex looks better. What do you guys think? I hear stories on the board hear about damaged ones and others say they have 8000 rounds and its fine. I would go with BEST flash suppression and worry about breakage when, and if, it happens. That is what Kurt is in business for. Ralph
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Posted: 8/2/2001 5:40:59 PM EDT
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I have a Vortex on my M4. It is over 5 years old. It has been ridden around in my trunk, front seat, and spent lots of time on the range. I have had no problem with it. I do not abuse my rifle, likewise I do not overly baby it. I think the Vortex looks much better, 'cooler' than the Phantom. As long as you take reasonable care, it should be no problem.
BTW-I use this rifle when teaching the departments tactical carbine/urban rifle course, so it gets a lot of range time. |
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