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Posted: 9/3/2011 9:29:38 AM EDT
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I took the comp to the range today.
Here is my review: I took the Kies Linear Comp to the range today on a 7.5" 5.56. I've use KX3's, went to a Levang, and now the Kies. KX3 worked well but is too long, too heavy, and too expensive for what I wanted. The Levang still sends the blast down range, is lighter, shorter, and much less expensive. Then I ran across the Kies Master Blaster Linear Compensator. 
Compared to the Levang: 
The Kies has flats machined into it for tightening which the Levang does not. Even using a strap wrench, my Levang would work loose. The Kies has a bigger blast chamber area than the Levang. It also has recessed gas ports which in my opinion, does a better job sending the blast and concussion down range. The felt recoil seemed to be less than the Levang. Muzzle rise was there but nothing that was a problem. I couldn't really tell a difference between the two. I will be changing my Levang comp's out with the Kies. I was very pleased with the performance of the Linear Comp. I had no felt concussion even under a canopy. There was some concussion felt from the Levang, I believe the difference is the Kies recessed gas ports. At 1/3 the price and less than half the weight of the KX3, and 1/4" longer than the Levang, I would recommend it as a great option for SBR's. The Kies Comp is available in Melonite and Stainless. 2.2" long and 3.5 oz. Dave N |
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I used a crush washer.
http://www.kiesfirearms.com/Parts_and_Accessories.html |
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I think this is going to be my next brake.
I have KIES adj gas block and their charging handle as well and was impressed with both of those. So, since I was in the market for a linear brake (I think) this makes sense. If it's better than the levang - then, it seems like a good choice. I'm not putting a 10oz brake on the end of my gun. I'd much rather spend that # on optics. |
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It may be different for your build. Mine is a 7.5" Rainier barrelled 5.56 with H2 buffer, carbine spring, and FA carrier.
It was actually pleasant to shoot. I popped off a round without ears on in the open. It produced a high pitched crack which was a little different than what I'm used to hearing. Almost a ringing sound. Not something I would want to shoot without ear pro. But even under the canopy, I had no perceived concussion. Dave N |
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