So recently I had a lot of requests to go over something different for my reviews. Going into this I have seen that what was always being requested, and that was a muzzle device for a AR 15. I found that there were many different things that could be used for an AR, but what came to my attention this time is a muzzle device from the company known as Indian Creek Designs.

The one thing that I consistently find myself being asked is, “ Nick what can I use in order to redirect some of the flash and concussion from the muzzle break in order to save my ears somewhat.”

Enter in their muzzle device known as the BFD. This is something that I have found extremely helpful when it comes to the questions that were asked to me so many times. This product is a flash forwarding device, that can be labeled as a concussive muzzle break. Going through the performance of this device, along with the fairly easy installation process I will offer what are my thoughts on the BFD by Indian Creek.

The installation process was pretty easy when it comes to the BFD. The rifles muzzle break comes off first along with the crush washer and the threaded portion of the BFD is placed onto the barrel. The crush washer is then placed on and the muzzle break is then put back onto the rifle. With the muzzle break firmly tightened down back onto the rifle the threaded bottom of the BFD is not able to move and is firmly secured onto the barrel. All that is left to do is slide the top portion of the BFD over your rifle’s muzzle break, and screw it into the threaded portion of the lower half of the device. Fairly simple, doesn’t take to much time to install the device, and you can take it off without having to take anything apart.

• A thread protector is available for purchase if the user doesn’t wish to use the Flash Forwarder at any time.

When it comes to the BFD, I noticed that the flash forwarder does loosen up a bit after shooting for the first time with it on. Any shooter that plans to purchase this for their rifle needs to realize that the BFD does get hot. I knew this going into the review, and to be able to provide accurate information on the resiliency of the flash forwarder, I did touch it for a split second, feeling that it was indeed hot after some use with the rifle.

After shooting I noticed a bit of a change in the muzzle blast when it comes to sight and sound. I did notice that when firing the rifle, the blast was indeed pushed forward and away from me. I like this, the concussive sound of the rifle was pushed away from me. Does save your ears a bit if you don’t have the opportunity to get your ear pro on in time. I don’t recommend shooting without ear pro either way, but just in the case that you forget to put them on it does save the ears a bit.

Overall, I’m partial to the device but I don’t see myself using it much. I think that anyone who is looking for a device that performs the way the BFD does that’s fine. It does have its advantages in benefiting the user, but for someone like me, it doesn’t suit the needs of my shooting. Indian Creek Designs does offer 2 different sizes of this device which range at 9/16 and ½ inch.  When it comes to my final thoughts on the BFD by Indian Creek Designs, I believe that the production quality is great, and will work for the individuals who are looking for a way to redirect blast and noice away from themselves. 

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