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Ar-15 Miculek Compensator 22 Caliber - Compensator .223 Rem 1/2-28 Steel Black

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.223/5.56 Nato

1/2-28 TPI threaded muzzles

Six Ports

Three baffles direct muzzle gas

Solid Bottom

Helps prevent dust from venting

Machined From

An all-black manganese-phosphate finish

Ar-15 Compensator

Input from Jerry Miculek

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SKU: 100030386

Overview

Built for .223/5.56 NATO modern sporting rifles with 1/2-28 threaded muzzles, this muzzle device is aimed at shooters who want a more controlled AR-15 setup. Its six-port, three-baffle design directs gas to the sides to help reduce recoil and muzzle climb, while the solid bottom helps limit dust when shooting from a prone position. The black manganese-phosphate finish gives it a subdued, practical look that fits a working rifle. It is a focused choice for range use or other situations where quicker follow-up shots and steadier sight recovery matter.

Why Hunters Choose the Bang

.223/5.56 Nato

1/2-28 threaded muzzles

Six Ports

Three baffles help direct gas

Solid Bottom

Helps prevent dust when shooting

Machined From

Black manganese-phosphate finish

Intended Reduce

Recoil and muzzle climb

Key Features

  • Designed for .223/5.56 NATO modern-sporting rifles with 1/2-28 TPI threaded muzzles.
  • Six ports and three baffles direct muzzle gas sideways to reduce recoil and muzzle climb.
  • Solid bottom helps prevent dust from venting upward when shooting prone.
  • Machined from 4140 steel with an all-black manganese-phosphate finish.
  • AR-15 compensator developed with input from Jerry Miculek.

Best Used For

  • AR-15 owners with .223/5.56 NATO rifles and 1/2-28 threaded muzzles
  • Hunters wanting reduced muzzle climb during fast follow-up shots
  • Prone shooters who want a solid bottom to avoid dust disturbance
  • Shooters seeking a muzzle device designed around recoil and gas redirection
  • Users looking for a black-finished compensator for a modern sporting rifle

Specifications

Baffle Count3
Blade FinishAll-black manganese-phosphate finish
Caliber.223 Rem
Compatible Caliber.223/5.56 NATO
Designed ForAll .223/5.56 NATO modern-sporting rifles equipped with 1/2-28 TPI threaded muzzles
Material4140 steel
Muzzle Climb ReductionDesigned to reduce muzzle climb
Port Count6
Recoil ReductionDesigned to reduce recoil
Solid BottomYes
Thread Pitch1/2-28 TPI

Pros

  • Designed for .223/5.56 NATO rifles with 1/2-28 threaded muzzles
  • Six ports and three baffles help direct gas sideways
  • Solid bottom helps prevent dust when shooting prone
  • Machined from 4140 steel with black manganese-phosphate finish
  • Intended to reduce recoil and muzzle climb

Considerations & Trade-offs

  • Designed for .223/5.56 NATO rifles with 1/2-28 threaded muzzles, so fitment is specific rather than universal.
  • The six-port, three-baffle design is intended to direct gas sideways, which can increase side blast and noise for nearby shooters.
  • The solid bottom helps avoid dust when shooting prone, but the compensator is still a muzzle device focused on recoil and climb reduction rather than a general-purpose accessory.
  • Black manganese-phosphate finish is practical and subdued, but the product description does not specify additional finish-related performance details.

Suggested Comparisons

  • AR-15 muzzle brake
  • AR-15 flash hider
  • Threaded muzzle device
  • Rifle compensator

Suggested Accessories

  • Muzzle brake
  • Thread protector
  • Rifle cleaning kit
  • Gun vise

Frequently Asked Questions

What rifles is this compensator designed to fit?

It is designed for .223/5.56 NATO modern-sporting rifles with 1/2-28 TPI threaded muzzles.

What is the compensator made from?

The long description states it is machined from 4140 steel with an all-black manganese-phosphate finish.

How does the design help with shooting?

According to the product description, the six ports and three baffles direct muzzle gas sideways to help reduce recoil and muzzle climb.

Does it have any feature for prone shooting?

Yes. The description says it has a solid bottom to help prevent gas from throwing up dust when shooting prone.

Is this a complete muzzle brake or a compensator only?

The product is identified as a compensator. The provided data does not include any additional muzzle device functions beyond recoil and muzzle-climb reduction.