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The A2 flash hider will redirect the flash to the side and away from the shooter's line of sight, thereby preserving night vision.

The end result is a blinding pyrotechnic-strength flash that can very effectively blind the operator in night conditions.

With a shorter barrel, however, the powder has less space to burn before blowing out of the muzzle. When a bullet is fired from a long barrel, most of the powder is burned out before the bullet exits the barrel. The problems of visible firing signatures became apparent with the advent of the modern rifle with a shortened barrel. Unlike flash hiders, the primary purpose of a muzzle brake is to reduce recoil in firearms that use large caliber cartridges. The primary purpose of the birdcage flash hider is to benefit the shooter, although reduction of visible flash to the enemy is an additional bonus.įlash hiders are not the same as muzzle brakes, although some muzzle brakes also double as flash hiders. Flash hiders work by cooling and/or dispersing the burning gases, thereby protecting the shooter from becoming blinded by his own gun in low-light shooting conditions. What Does This A2 Flash Hider Do?įlash hiders (also known as flash eliminators, flash guards, flash cones and flash suppressors) reduce the visible signature caused by the gases exiting the barrel at high speeds. Made in the United States of America, this high-quality birdcage flash hider will give your rifle that finishing touch. This A2 flash hider is designed to fit 5.56/.223 caliber barrels with ½-28 TPI (Threads Per Inch). 223/5.56 barrel with 1/2"-28 thread pitchĪero Precision's classic A2 style birdcage flash hider will help protect you from becoming blinded should you ever be firing your rifle in a tactical situation at night.