The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - does a muzzle brake or compensator count toward barrel length?

idek · February 9, 2013, 03:00 AM

I'm guessing the answer is no, but I'm wondering if the added length of a muzzle break or compensator is included when determining barrel length or overall length of a firearm.

Specifically, I'm thinking overall length of a bull-pup gun. Assuming it needs an 18" barrel to meet OAL requirements, would a 16.5" barrel with a 2" brake be acceptable?

February 9, 2013, 03:00 AM	#1
idek Senior Member Join Date: August 20, 2009 Posts: 903	does a muzzle brake or compensator count toward barrel length? I'm guessing the answer is no, but I'm wondering if the added length of a muzzle break or compensator is included when determining barrel length or overall length of a firearm. Specifically, I'm thinking overall length of a bull-pup gun. Assuming it needs an 18" barrel to meet OAL requirements, would a 16.5" barrel with a 2" brake be acceptable?