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Bizzarolibe
02-08-13, 02:22
Ok, so please keep in mind that this comparison was not meant to be scientifically viable in any way. The main purpose was to show the difference in the flash suppression capabilities of each muzzle device (the second half of the video shows this better than the first). It is somewhat difficult to draw any firm conclusions concerning the muzzle rise and impulse reducing capabilities of both muzzle devices, considering that the AR with the XTC had both a longer and heavier profile barrel (16" government profile vs. 14.5" pencil barrel) and was heavier in general (8.1 lbs. vs. 7.5).

Keeping the above considerations in mind, here were my observations:

1) The BCM Gunfighter definitely had superior flash suppressing capabilities.
2) The XTC seemed to be more effective at mitigating impulse--again, hard to definitely say given the differences between the two rifles aside from their muzzle devices.
3) Both seemed to control muzzle rise quite well, with a slight edge to the XTC.
4) The BCM was noticeably less concussive (something that doesn't come out well in the video).

Obviously, I'm quite happy with both muzzle devices, as they are both of superior quality and design. However, in an indoor environment, I would probably choose the BCM due to its better flash hiding capability as well as the fact that it's not quite as concussive.

http://youtu.be/yaoktsnosdM

Also, I thought it would be helpful to provide a picture comparison so you can see the difference in the flash/gas dispersion between the two muzzle devices. Each picture is within .34 seconds of the next.

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e236/Snarky15/BCM1_zps9a87bb99.jpeg

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e236/Snarky15/BCM2_zps49565c91.jpeg

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e236/Snarky15/BCM3_zps8a743fc4.jpeg

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e236/Snarky15/XTR1_zps857bfb3f.jpeg

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e236/Snarky15/XTR2_zpsc8987e81.jpeg

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e236/Snarky15/XTR3_zps3a41a482.jpeg
Famine
02-08-13, 02:41
Great! Thanks.

I would've liked to see an A2 for comparison.
domestique
02-08-13, 03:25
Thank you for the review.

What ammo was being used for each?
ColtSeavers
02-08-13, 03:37
Thank you for the video review. Shame the brakes can't be swapped out with one another for a slightly better head to head comparison.
grunt soldier
02-08-13, 06:51
Nice. thanks for taking the time to make the video.
markm
02-08-13, 07:17
It'd be cool to see a brief version of the test at night with XM193. ;)
colthpd15
02-08-13, 08:20
Both comps serve their purposes in their individual applications. I personally prefer the BCM for indoor CQB with my fellow team mates especially when your doing dynamic entries in real tight spaces. My fellow team mates have also purchased the BCM comps and they love them.
Donut
02-08-13, 11:44
Anyone heard anything (even rumors) on when the Mod0 will be released?
markm
02-08-13, 11:58
Anyone heard anything (even rumors) on when the Mod0 will be released?

Dude... no way.... it's available at bravo right now. FAR OUT! :p
uncle money bags
02-08-13, 12:00
Probably just me, but is that xtr timed correctly?
Donut
02-08-13, 12:04
Dude... no way.... it's available at bravo right now. FAR OUT! :p

Well son of a... gun. Never even got the email notification I signed up for last night.

Right on. :dirol:
markm
02-08-13, 12:07
Well son of a... gun. Never even got the email notification I signed up for last night.

Right on. :dirol:

Did you get one ordered?
Bizzarolibe
02-08-13, 12:12
Probably just me, but is that xtr timed correctly?

Well, yeah, it is. Or at least, I hope it is! It was installed by Rainier Arms.
warner41
02-08-13, 12:16
I ordered one a few hours ago, I have the Mod 1 going on a 14.5 SOCOM barrel but wanted to try Mod 0 for my 18" SPR build.

They are both showing in stock right now.
Donut
02-08-13, 12:16
Did you get one ordered?

Its in my cart, trying to figure out if it comes with a crush washer or not.
markm
02-08-13, 12:19
Its in my cart, trying to figure out if it comes with a crush washer or not.

I would guess "Yes". Click "order" before they gone!
DasBulk
02-08-13, 12:26
Interesting.

This might be nitpicking... But that's an XTC isn't it?
Looks like my XTC...
Donut
02-08-13, 12:26
I would guess "Yes". Click "order" before they gone!

Way to be the devil on my shoulder, there, Mark. :p
markm
02-08-13, 12:29
Got to get that BCM commission check! :p
Bizzarolibe
02-08-13, 12:41
Interesting.

This might be nitpicking... But that's an XTC isn't it?
Looks like my XTC...

Yep, it's an XTC. For some reason, M4C won't let me edit title...
Stickman
02-08-13, 13:50
Yep, it's an XTC. For some reason, M4C won't let me edit title...


Markm thought you meant XCR, and he was getting worked up! :D
markm
02-08-13, 13:55
Yep, it's an XTC. For some reason, M4C won't let me edit title...

Click on "Go Advanced" when you edit.

and I have no idea what an XCR is. :confused: Is that the wannabe AR thing?
HuntingTime
02-08-13, 16:50
Would like to see a night time comparison for flash. Any other comps on hand?
ASH556
02-08-13, 16:58
Click on "Go Advanced" when you edit.

and I have no idea what an XCR is. :confused: Is that the wannabe AR thing?

Haha, it involves "Robinson" and a "piston" but I can't say anymore...probably said too much already.
aguila327
02-08-13, 17:29
Well, yeah, it is. Or at least, I hope it is! It was installed by Rainier Arms.

Its on right. Wgen I got mine I was a little confused my self. But I actually got all the info I needed on this site and from Rainier
DasBulk
02-08-13, 20:00
I personally like my XTC. Im not overly concerned with flash hiding and the concussion isn't as bad as some of the others. Didn't hurt that I got one of the "blems" that went on sale a while back. All it was missing was the weld hole. That I wasn't going to use anyway. Not bad.
whitecoyote
02-08-13, 22:28
My BCM mod 0 is in the mail. Should be here in a few days.
thecolter
02-09-13, 10:36
My BCM mod 0 is in the mail. Should be here in a few days.

Same here... should be here Monday. I'll be trying it on my 16" and 10.3" rifles. I'm curious to see how it compares to my Battlecomp 2.0 currently on my 16" mid-length.

My cousin just bought a new HD high speed video camera, may have to get that out and do some comparison videos between some different muzzle devices.
Donut
02-09-13, 11:00
Same here... should be here Monday. I'll be trying it on my 16" and 10.3" rifles. I'm curious to see how it compares to my Battlecomp 2.0 currently on my 16" mid-length.

My cousin just bought a new HD high speed video camera, may have to get that out and do some comparison videos between some different muzzle devices.

I'm super-interested to see the 10.3-inch results. Mine will be going on a 10.5" pistol waiting for its stamp.
Brian Brazier
02-10-13, 00:16
Rainier Arms also has a video with the BCM Mod 1, Battlecomp 1.5, and Surefire MB556K https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uNMJHMOTl0g&feature=youtube_gdata_player