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Whether it’s at the end of a Barrett 50 cal or a 1911 you saw at a competition, muzzle brakes are fairly common accessories found on both rifles and handguns. They serve a specific function that may appeal to some shooters. What does a muzzle brake do, and do you need one? Here are a few things to know. Barrett 50 Cal What Do Muzzle Brakes Do? So, what do muzzle brakes do? A muzzle brake features angled ports that redirect the muzzle blast. This helps to reduce recoil. A vast majority of recoil comes from the muzzle blast itself. The angle of the ports allows the gun to pull forward, helping to negate the recoil impulse. With reduced recoil, a gun can be more accurate, and also more enjoyable to shoot, especially if firing high caliber ammunition. Who Uses Muzzle Brakes? Generally, there are two types of people who use compensators: Hunters with higher-caliber rifles, like when using a DPMS 308 , or competition shooters. For hunters, the muzzle brake can cut the recoi...

An effective way for firearms and cartridges to gain widespread acceptance among gun enthusiasts is when they are used by a nation’s armed forces. The AK 47, the 308 Winchester cartridge, and the Browning Hi-Power are among many examples of now-legendary guns and ammunition that were originally used in the military. Not all military firearms, however, become popular or renowned. When you are looking for high-quality guns for sale , keep your eye out for some of the following firearms developed for the military. Barrett 50 Cal The Colt 1911 Handgun Platform The Colt 1911 pistol, aka the M1911, did for semi-automatic handguns what the Colt Single Action Army did for revolvers. It established a handgun platform that has inspired hundreds of later models and iterations. Not to mention that the original Colt 1911 has proven so dependable, it has remained in continuous military service now for well over a century. There are very few firearms on the planet that enjoy the same legacy. The Ba...