Do handguns with 'compensated' barrels really make a difference in the muzzle flip when firing a hot load, and how much does 'compensating' the barrel take away from the overall muzzle velocity?
2007-03-02 20:21:32 · 8 answers · asked by ? 2 in Sports ➔ Outdoor Recreation ➔ Hunting
Yes it does help a lot.
But the loss in muzzle velocity would be very low in the 2% to 3% range at most.
In light of the fact it only diverts some of the gases and then only affects the last 2 to 3 inches of the barrel there by allowing, the powder charge to do 97% or 98% of its job.
It to has an added advantage to self-defense or target shooting in any large caliber weapon in the fact it prevents you from the muzzle from being blown off target as bad as with out and allows for a faster follow up shot because of less time reacquiring the target.
Hope this helped.
D58
2007-03-03 02:08:03 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it significantly reduces the muzzle rise on magnum or other large caliber handguns but does not significantly effect the muzzle velocity. By the time the bullet has reached the muzzle, the powder has completely burned and the bullet has reached its maximum velocity. The gas that is vented through the muzzle break is spent gas that will not impart any more velocity to the bullet. By directing the spent gasses upward from the muzzle break, it helps to hold down the muzzle. I shoot a revolver chambered for .454 Casul that has a muzzle break and it really makes a difference in the perceived recoil when compared to a similar handgun that is also chambered for the .454 Casul but does not have the muzzle break. Both have the same length barrel and I have checked the velocity of the bullets from both using a chronograph and there is no significant difference in the velocity.
2007-03-03 19:33:13 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes it helps quite a bit. I have a .454 Casull with that I had MagNaPorted and it made a noticeable difference in muzzle flip. The velocity wasn't changed as the ports are in the last 1 1/2 of the barrel.
2007-03-03 08:19:25 · answer #3 · answered by BeRotten 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The muzzle velocity reduction is minor in contrast to decreased "muzzle flip". The downside is that report is redirected to the sides of the barrel as opposed to the front of the bore. You end up with what appears to be a much louder report, but the volume does not change-just the direction of it. Flash from a muzzle brake is no different than what you see emitting from the cylinder area of a revolver. I would rather have the hot gas away from me in an automatic than by my shooting hand. Police officers don't have muzzle-brakes because they are costly and just not needed, not because they can"put your eye out". That is silly.
2007-03-03 12:55:08 · answer #4 · answered by david m 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Of course there is less muzzle jump. Some of the gasses pushing the bullet have been shot up, forcing the muzzle down. Usually they are also aimed back, to fight the recoil. There should only be negligible effect on velocity. The big impact is on perceived noise to the shooter, and those around him. It is actually worse for someone next to the shooter than for the shooter himself, but it's still pretty bad. I shot a .444 Marlin that was ported. I was standing next to a large tractor, using its tire as a rest. When the rifle went off if felt as if someone had hit me on that side of the head. That ear rang for three days. If you are shooting any weapon, but especially a ported one, PLEASE wear hearing protection, and insist that everyone else does too. My own personal opinion is that if you can't shoot it without compensation you probably shouldn't shoot it, except for the .50 BMG.
2007-03-03 17:56:58 · answer #5 · answered by big o 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It does help with the muzzle flip while detracting slightly from the bullet's velocity & energy. The muzzle blast & flash is also increased substantially. You wouldn't want to be wrestling for a compensated handgun and have it go off close to your face. The blast could put your eyes out, which is why police officers won't carry compensated guns.
My thoughts, if you can't handle the recoil, then get a smaller caliber. Some African Nations won't allow hunters to shoot compensated big game rifles because the increased muzzle blast causes permenant hearing loss among the native guides.
H
David M, try wrestling with a suspect trying to take your gun and see how 'silly' it is.
H
2007-03-03 11:15:42 · answer #6 · answered by H 7 · 3⤊ 2⤋
Yes it make a difference. Not sure about reduction in muzzle velocity, but it is probably worth a small reduction which won't make in effect in exchange for reduced flip on large caliber handguns.
2007-03-03 08:47:03 · answer #7 · answered by The Big Shot 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes,and the hotter the load the better they work.Fire at dusk to see the effect from muzzle.
2007-03-03 05:02:25 · answer #8 · answered by johndeereman 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋