Flaming Yankee

• Dec 27, 2012

• #41

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racerbob66

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FHJ69 said:

Anyone know if they have them for the AAC 51T yet?

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I PM'd the manufacturer a few weeks ago and they told me that they were supposed to ship last week. I hope they'll be in stock soon.

 

• Dec 27, 2012

• #42

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FHJ69

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Awesome! Thanks

 

• Dec 27, 2012

• #43

jrumann59

DILLIGAF

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Feb 17, 2011

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So are the effects similar to the levang?

 

• Dec 28, 2012

• #44

crfakm4

hotel z71

Jun 8, 2008

1,148

MD

Similar to the Levang but lends more the the Noveske KX3 in theory.

We keep getting questions about a longer version for 308's. The more requests we get the more it may become a reality but weight savings vs. practicality are a concern. We want it to be durable, affordable and as light as possible while still achieving the desired outcome. With that said the Shield will work with 308 mounts. Could it work better if it were longer, maybe. The concussion is still projected forwards. In the end, we have to give the people what they want!

 

• Dec 28, 2012

• #45

Mdeng

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Where can I buy one for the AAC 51T mount?

 

• Dec 28, 2012

• #46

crfakm4

hotel z71

Jun 8, 2008

1,148

MD

Get them here - http://www.weaponoutfitters.com/

and here - http://www.rainierarms.com/

Weapon Outfitters just received the AAC version from me a day or two ago. I imagine they will show on their site within a few days. Rainier should have them in hand shortly thereafter.

Thanks for the support!

 

• Dec 29, 2012

• #47

StillServing

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Feb 1, 2011

949

Calvert County

I second a longer version. After finally getting my SBR ALMOST finished (damn LPK's are not in stock anywhere.....well at least for under 130!!) My handguard comes all the way to the end of the YHM flash hider and a longer one would really help it stay clean inside. As far as weight goes, it would still be lighter than with the can on it, and since most people wanting these have cans, wieght isn't such a big deal!

 

• Dec 29, 2012

• #48

crfakm4

hotel z71

Jun 8, 2008

1,148

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Interesting take on it. Duly noted.

 

• Dec 29, 2012

• #49

HT4

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Jan 24, 2012

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I would get a 7.62 version also of you made one...

 

• Dec 29, 2012

• #50

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FHJ69

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Same!

 

• Jan 9, 2013

• #51

StillServing

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Feb 1, 2011

949

Calvert County

After showing the pictures and talking to a few other guys with very similar setups, they have also stated interest in a longer version, they just aren't on the boards and can't post for themselves. I'll be more than happy to Beta test one for you, and give you some honest feedback!!

 

• Jan 12, 2013

• #52

HT4

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The AAC version seems to have hit the shelves...

http://www.weaponoutfitters.com/qd-brake-shield-for-aac.html

 

• Jan 16, 2013

• #53

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FHJ69

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On the AAC 51T mount it uses a set screw to lock it in place... if it was a ball/spring/detent, I'd be all over it like stink on poo... now I'm just pondering. Set screw?

 

• Jan 16, 2013

• #54

crfakm4

hotel z71

Jun 8, 2008

1,148

MD

FHJ69 said:

On the AAC 51T mount it uses a set screw to lock it in place... if it was a ball/spring/detent, I'd be all over it like stink on poo... now I'm just pondering. Set screw?

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Been there done that. We could not source out a robust ball-detent with enough spring pressure to work correctly. It would have to have a large band of material around the base to house an acceptable spring/ball detent. With that said, you are correct in saying that is the best way to do it, if it were possible.

Set screw - To replicate AAC's ratcheting system would have made this cost prohibitive. Set screw while not elegant, provides a sturdy and reliable product. I wish it was as easy as the YHM one, that is perfect.

 

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• Jan 16, 2013

• #55

amoebicmagician

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Dec 26, 2012

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Columbia, MD

did you execute the welds yourself and then put it on a lathe to turn it down uniformly?

 

• Jan 16, 2013

• #56

HT4

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Perhaps something like this would work... I think this pic is a homemade gemtech adaptor. They used a groove machined on the inside with a spring steel ring bent to engage the teeth (and secured to stop rotation).

 

• Jan 16, 2013

• #57

clandestine

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Oct 13, 2008

37,032

Elkton, MD

YHM Rules for this application. You AAC guys will have to deal with a set screw or make a cover yourself.

 

• Jan 17, 2013

• #58

crfakm4

hotel z71

Jun 8, 2008

1,148

MD

HT4 said:

Perhaps something like this would work... I think this pic is a homemade gemtech adaptor. They used a groove machined on the inside with a spring steel ring bent to engage the teeth (and secured to stop rotation).

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Interesting, thanks for posting that.

 

• Jan 17, 2013

• #59

crfakm4

hotel z71

Jun 8, 2008

1,148

MD

amoebicmagician said:

did you execute the welds yourself and then put it on a lathe to turn it down uniformly?

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No welds to be found. Each piece is machined from 4140 heat treated steel

 

• Jan 17, 2013

• #60

Mdeng

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I ordered one this morning, the set screw may not be perfect but its better than what I have now. Even with double hearing protection my ears ring when I shot the 7 inch 5.56 upper.

I will give a range report when it comes in.