rifle

If you’ve spent any time around rifles, you’ve probably come across the term muzzle brake. Maybe you’ve seen one attached to the end of a barrel and wondered what it does, or maybe you’ve felt the difference firsthand after shooting a rifle with and without one. Either way, muzzle brakes are one of those firearm accessories that tend to spark debate—some shooters swear by them, while others prefer to go without. So what exactly is a muzzle brake, and why does it matter? Let’s break it down.