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Alex,
from CA, United States
Written on November 20, 2025
In past 20 plus years I have tried many muzzle brakes in different designs and I wasn’t truly satisfied with anyone of them until the Area 419 Hellfire Match muzzle brake came. I put it on my 20” AR-10 .308win build and its recoil reduction is amazing. I hardly felt any backward blaster towards me and nothing was displayed on my shooting bench. It didn’t sound too loud to me as the shooter and I am sure people next to me would felt the blaster somewhat. It is a more “polite” brake when using it in the range with neighboring lanes to your either sides. The installation couldn’t be easier and I could time it correctly with just my hand. I did used a torque wrench to torque the adapter to 25 ft-lb. It looks good and works good although it is a bit expensive I think it out last my rifle.
Would recommend: Yes
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Sniper,
Verified Owner
from KY, United States
Written on October 5, 2025
This break does the job and is easy to install and clock!!
Would recommend: Yes
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Brandon Budzyn,
Verified Owner
from AZ, United States
Written on September 24, 2025
I shot my rifle before and after installing this muzzle brake and the difference is night and day. There’s a reason it has such high remarks!
Would recommend: Yes
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Savage,
Verified Owner
from NY, United States
Written on June 6, 2025
I recently purchased this product ie (May 2025K) & literally received it in five days. I found this product to be extremely well designed & constructed in an excellent format & for my application. This muzzle brake screams high quality & in my opinion an excellent product. Upon receiving it i inspected it for any blemishes or damaged & found none. This product has found a home on a 2025 Tikka T3x Ace Game Rifle & it fit perfectly. I am impressed with how easy it was to install, & it's a keeper.
Pros:
- constructioin quality
- engineered for perfect fit
- Material and finish
- Build / Quility
Would recommend: Yes
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Nate,
Verified Owner
from PA, United States
Written on April 6, 2025
One of the best muzzle brakes that money can buy. If you're shooting fancy rounds like Lapua, Creedmoor, ARC, etc the 419 Hellfire brake is for you. If you're shooting .308 or .300 win mag then go buy the Apollo brakes. Always stick with 4 ports exactly for maximum recoil reduction. If you're shooting 5.56 or .223 then use a dual port Surefire muzzle brake with a suppressor attachment.
If you go outside these rules that I shared above, you are sure to be disappointed compared to the brakes I own.
Cons:
- Be careful not to knock out the ring on the adapter
Would recommend: Yes
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Rj,
Verified Owner
from TX, United States
Written on March 21, 2025
I am waiting on scope to be shipped from optics planet so havent shot the rifle yet with this brake installed. The brake itself is very nice tho and install was a breeze .
Would recommend: Yes
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Belford TJustice,
Verified Owner
from MI, United States
Written on February 19, 2025
Installed this on a howa 1500 .308 heavy barrel. Looks great. Matches the barrel contour great. Was easy install and even got a sticker! Area 419 for the win!
Would recommend: Yes
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Kevin Churchill,
Verified Owner
from CA, United States
Written on February 19, 2025
The self timing compensator is awesome. Great build quality. Easy to install and looks great. I used on my .300 Weatherby magnum and cut the recoil dramatically. I purchased a second one for my 6.5 Creedmoore and looking forward to shooting it. Would recommend for anyone looking for a easy to install compensator for recoil reduction.
Pros:
- Easy to install great quality and looks awesome and overall great performer.
Would recommend: Yes
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Kev,
Verified Owner
from PA, United States
Written on February 13, 2025
Installed on a proof research barrel extremely smooth even though a 6mm ARC kick isn’t very noticeable the hellfire lightened it up even more I’m pleased with it
Would recommend: Yes
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danmic,
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from MA, United States
Written on January 25, 2025
We really like these muzzle breaks. Optic planet had the best prices and they were in stock!
Would recommend: Yes
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