Threaded Version

     Set Screw Version

Slant AK Muzzle Brake

The slant AK muzzle brake works as both a muzzle brake and as a flash hider. Officially however, it is classified as a muzzle brake by the BATF.   The brake helps to control muzzle rise and keeps down dust when firing from the prone position.   The slant brake works by deflecting the gases upwards causing the muzzle of the rifle to be pushed back down, their for eliminating muzzle rise. 

As previously discussed there are two basic types of slant muzzle brakes, one being the pre-ban or threaded style and the other is the post-ban set screw style. While they may look similar in design they are used in totally different situations.   The threaded style are commonly seen on pre-ban rifles or are tack welded on to post ban versions. However, if you do use the threaded version on a post ban rifle you must make sure you comply with section 922r.  The set screw version is commonly seen on post ban rifles, as they do not have threaded barrels in order to comply with the 1989 ban. While the threaded version of the brake is harder to install it is also more durable.  The set screw version requires holes to be drilled in the end of the barrel to attach the brake.  Thus the set screw version is prone to flying off during rapid fire, and just plain looks bad in general.     

Installation

For pre-ban rifles installation of the threaded version is a snap.  Simply unscrew the old brake or muzzle nut and replace it with the new one.  For post-ban rifles the threaded version is more difficult.  You must purchase a tap and die set with the matching configurations to thread your barrel.  After you have threaded your barrel you may attach the brake. You must then either tack weld it or use solder it in place. Personally I would pay a gunsmith to do this as it would be cheaper then buying the tools and doing it your self. The set screw version requires you to tap (a divot) the barrel.  You DO NOT drill a hole through the barrel.  Instead you put an indentation just deep enough for the screw to hold the brake in place. Again I would let a qualified gunsmith do this as it can ruin your gun if you are not careful.  The most important thing to remember is to keep the rifle legal, as it is not worth spending the rest of your life in jail over.      

AK-47.net:  Rating:   Quality: 8,  Posted: 18-July-2000 Pros: The slanted design helps dramatically in controlling muzzle climb. Repeated shots are easier to control thus yielding greater accuracy.  Cons: The set screw version requires drilling and tapping of the rifle.  Set screw versions tend to fly off and look unattractive. Summery: If you get this type of brake go with the threaded version, anything else is a waist of time and money.                                        Submit Review