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COMPENSATORS. This type of muzzle device will decrease the muzzle rise. Usually, there are top and side venting holes that mitigate the energy during the shot. Well designed compensator will improve the speed of single shots, increase stability during burst or rapid fire and will decrease the move of the iron sights. The strong blows of gases are directed to the sides of the device and there is also a huge flash. These are great for competition shooting on the outdoor ranges but definitely not suited for tactical use. MUZZLE BRAKES. This type of device will decrease the force of recoil acting on the shooter. The main role is dampen- ing of the recoil forces to improve the overall stability. The venting holes are usually directing the blast to the rear and sides, so the shoot- ers (and people nearby) will be af- fected with the back/side pressure of the gas. Again, venting holes are usually large and huge flash ac- company each shot which will un- veil the position of the shooter. Not recommended for tactical use, but effective for competition shooting. FLASH HIDERS. Their main purpose is to minimize the visual signature of the shot. Mandatory for military/tactical use. Flash hiders do not compen- sate for the recoil or muzzle rise as effectively as other devices. Per- fect for duty use, not recommend- ed for sport. BLAST DIFFUSERS. Engineered to direct the concus- sive blast of the fired round for- ward of the weapon system with- out venting gas to the side, as seen with standard muzzle brakes. This aids in reducing the overpressure felt by others immediately to the left and/or right of the shooter's firing position. Increases safety of the others nearby. Usually heavier weight and increased flash are the cost. Recommended for indoor ranges or urban warfare. MULTIFUNCTIONAL muzzle devices. This group of de- vices combines functions of above mentioned products in a single product. Following can be recom- mended; KRINKOV/BULGAR-STYLE – very effective flash hider (90% reduction of flash) which directs blast and sound forward of the gun. Krinkov muzzle devices work well as a flash hider in the open terrain but also in DA/CQB scenarios (as blast diffuser). It significantly re- duces the sound of shot. Main dis- advantage is increased recoil (due the increased back pressure on the bolt) and heavier weight. Another problem is barrel overheating. FSC-47 FLASH SUPPRESSING COMPENSATOR – very effective compensator which decreases recoil and muzzle rise for faster and more accurate shots, even fully automatic. The FSC is also a flash hider which moves the flash out of the line of sight. It is one of the most univer- sal muzzle devices, for both duty and competition use. Lightweight and reasonably priced. FIREARMS