I must be the last person that prefers the Phantom…
I’m probably just ignorant of the mechanics, but do any of the FH’s listed affect accuracy better than other?
Does anyone know of a test where someone used an accurate barrel and ammo combination and swapped FH’s to see how they compared?
It seems like some FH’s, especially the unsymetrical ones, could adversely affect accuracy?
Thanks.
gotm4,
Would you consider the FSC556 suitable on a purely LE/Mil/HD carbine or is it reserved just for 3-Gun competition?
FWIW, I recently put the newish Rainier Arms Xtreme Tactical Compensator on a 20" rifle. I don’t shoot that rifle much anymore, but my early “perception” is it’s not as loud as other comps I’ve used or been around:
http://www.rainierarms.com/?page=shop/detail&product_id=1684
Any input on the Rainer would be appreciated. I’m mulling over moving it to the 16" N4 Light in place of the Vortex so I can get a better read on it. I also have a ban era 14.5" & pinned AK type muzzle device that needs something better on the end.
I’ve looked at the Rainier Arms FH. Why don’t you put it on your 16" and give it a workout? 
Let us know what you think about it. 
I would use the FSC556 on a LE/Mil/HD type gun, in fact my wifes 10" SBR has the FSC556 Gemtech G5 mount. It’s loud as hell without the can on it but it works well. The only time it’s a disadvantage is shooting roll-over prone. Other than that it’s great. The Rainer Arms comp/brake looks nice. I’ve thought of getting one to try out.
None of the above. I prefer the Noveske KX3.
The KX3 focuses the flash (and sound) forward eliminating the ‘fireball’ that many designs allow.
Click on the thumbnail image for a more detailed photo.
Can you explain in particular why you are a fan of that thing?
The KX3 focuses the flash (and sound) forward eliminating the ‘fireball’ that many designs allow.
That is true… however, have you ever shot that thing in a room or near a teammate?
Nope. I don’t shoot indoors.
I’m on it Boss! (probably).
Anyone shot the Troy Medieval FH??? What did you think?
Here’s the Rainer combination Comp/FH on my mid-length. I’ll get to the range with it sometime this week, but unfortunately I don’t have a FSC556 to test it against. At some point I’ll compare the noise to the (ungodly loud) double or triple chamber compensators my old 3-Gun buddies use.
Thanks for reminding me, I gotta get in touch with Mers on that…
Its not even close, the AAC Blackout buries the PWS FSC. However, its worth noting that they serve two different purposes.
If you have a gun that you know you’ll never shoot indoors or past anyone, go for it.
You won’t see a lot of shooters here who find the flaming pig to be of value. I’d personally rather have the extra inches in barrel length.
The Rainier Arms Xtreme Tactical Compensator:
I shot it today on the 16" N4 Light and I’m impressed - improvement in controllability was significant and just a hell of a lot better the 14.5" CAR (/w pinned AK brake) I brought along. It’s been some time since I’ve done any 3-Gun/speed type shooting with an AR, but for a single port comp it works very well.
Prone, using a 30 rd mag as a mono-pod I could not quite do double taps on a 12" gong at 100 Yds, but controlled strings at ~0.5 seconds per shot were no problem (I did not think to bring a timer). The red dot did not appear to move off the target [shooting prone], but the shooter needed a little time for trigger control.
No dust signature with the Rainer from prone today, but there is more moisture content in our high desert stuff than normal right now. I would estimate some moderate kick up when it’s really dry.
There was no difference in accuracy VS the Vortex, but POI did change enough to make a difference. The 12" 300M gong still fears me, even with the Aimpoint.
Noise Level: I was wearing a set of 21 db electronic muffs, and yes it was noticeably louder than before. It’s really hard to judge from behind the gun, but it did not seem excessive.
About 250 rounds through the N4 and another 100 with the CAR - a good day at the range. The Rainer will stay on the N4.
Thanks for the report!
The only thing I dont like about the AAC is the sound it makes after the shot. It has that tunning fork “bing” after the shot that just continues to resonate.
Any Thoughts?
never heard that…but I’m using ear plugs.