How to Install SKS Muzzle Brakes

Muzzle brakes install at the end of the SKS rifle barrel and are commonly confused with flash suppressors. Although similar in appearance, flash suppressors are designed to reduce muzzle flash, while muzzle brakes reduce the intensity of the SKS's recoil. When a bullet is fired, gases are released forward, sending pressure directly backward, which causes recoil. Muzzle brakes partially divert these gases outward to the sides of the weapon. The reduction in pressure reduces recoil, while the bullet remains unaffected. Muzzle brakes can easily be installed on SKS rifles, making the rifle more manageable and accurate.

Things You'll Need

• SKS rifle
• Twist-on SKS muzzle brake
• Allen wrench (should be supplied with muzzle brake)

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Clear the weapon and verify it is unloaded.

   • 2

     Place the muzzle brake onto the end of the barrel and twist on until firmly seated on the barrel.

   • 3

     Align the muzzle brake gas ports (holes) as instructed by the manufacturer. Configurations may vary by make.

   • 4

     Use the Allen wrench to tighten the muzzle brake set-screws and secure it to the barrel.