Hello all.

 

I was wondering if i can add a flash brake to a AR legally in NJ. I would have it permantly attached of course.

 

how would you go about doing this?

 

Thanks in advanced.

First question, is this AR a center fire or rimfire? This might be in the wrong subforum (I'll move it if it is, no worries).

 

And if you mean a flash hider, then no.

If you mean a muzzle brake, then probably yes.

 

Do you have a specific model in mind? Somebody may be familiar with that specific model, and can give you a better idea.

 

As you noted though, if it is indeed compliant, then yes, as you noted, it would have to be permanently attached. This can be done by a number of gun smiths here in state, to include PK90, who is one of our forum vendors. You would have to contact him for details though.

Thank you for the quick response. Not sure why posted in rimfire.

 

I have mp15 centerfire.

 

How do you determine the difference between flash hider and brake?

MP15 is a good series-- my AR started out as one actually.

 

As for the muzzle device... well, the most common way is the manufacturer will classify it as a brake or flash hider.

If not, here's some generalizations:

 

This is the common "A2 Flash Hider." Note how the flash hider opens at the end. This type of muzzle device is NOT compliant.

 

Note how the end is closed, this is NJ compliant (I believe this is a JPE brake)

 

The common ones people use are the YHM brakes, Troy muzzle brake (I use this one), and PWS FCS 556 muzzle brakes. From what I've read, the BATFE no longer gives out letters that classify whether or not a device is compliant-- instead the discretion being up to the state authorities. Its definitely a good idea to ask around what types of brakes people have or, even better, to link a brake you were considering to get an idea (if someone has it already, etc).

Like said make sure it specifically says Muzzle break, and in no way has the word flash in the description. If its threaded it must be permanently attached.

Altho I have not fired the damn thing yet, PK90 did the muzzle break on my M&P15.

Dont forget about (recoil) compensators as well, they are another alternative.