any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

[nat1d]

I am looking for ways to the reduce recoilof my REPR.

I am considering a pad for my PRS stock as well as a hydraulic buffer. Will this cause malfunctions in the rifle cycling?

 

[adam1122]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

It shouldn't. Unless you are using anverynlowermpower load or something. Personally, I would either swap out the stock A2 flash hider or go the real way and get a suppresor.

 

[nat1d]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

I am using an FSC30 Muzzle Brakes/Compensator.

Will the hydraulic buffer and/or pad for the PRS do the job?

 

[adam1122]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

I should work just fine...just ask the hydralic buffer manufacturer what they suggest for your setup before you buy it.

 

[BCP]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: NatD</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am looking for ways to the reduce recoilof my REPR.

I am considering a pad for my PRS stock as well as a hydraulic buffer. Will this cause malfunctions in the rifle cycling? </div></div>

Muzzle brake like the JP tank brake.

 

[BCP]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: NatD</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am using an FSC30 Muzzle Brakes/Compensator. </div></div>

I had that same one on my 308 AR and didn't notice much of a difference when I swapped it for a YHM flash hider. Very small amount of muzzle rise that wasn't there before but nothing to write home about.

edit: I went through several carrier weights and heavy buffers and the biggest difference I found was less brass wear on hot loads (ie, 45 varget + 178amax). No difference in recoil.

 

[nat1d]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

Is there any recommendations on good performing hydraulic buffers?

 

[Ballista One]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: NatD</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Is there any recommendations on good performing hydraulic buffers? </div></div>

I have only seen one on the market is the Enidine.

 

[nat1d]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

Does anyone have one of these "Enidine" buffers? How well do they work?

 

[kl3309]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

I used to use one in a 16" .223 AR15. It acts as a shock absorber for the bolt carrier at the very end of its recoil thereby lessening the rearward push of the butt-stock into your shoulder. It does not reduce muzzle climb.

It is slightly harder to cycle the bolt (as in clearing a malfunction) with the Enidine buffer installed using a traditional charging handle because of the added resistance (from the hydraulic dampener) towards the end of the stroke. Shouldn't be an issue with a side-charging gun.

I've switched to muzzle brakes (Surefire and JP) and a heavier buffer spring to counter muzzle rise.

 

[Snake Plissken]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

Don't do it. Put a muzzle brake on it and practice more.

 

[KillShot]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Snake Plissken</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Don't do it. Put a muzzle brake on it and practice more.</div></div>

^ This. A good brake or compensator will greatly reduce the recoil impulse.

 

[McCrazy]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

I ran an Enidine for several thousand rounds and liked it. Functioned perfectly, took the edge off the recoil noticeably but not drastically, and also slowed down the cyclic rate of fire quite a bit (not a concern on the REPR).

If a good brake wont fix your problem, dropping $100 or so on a buffer will help. Up to you if it is worth it or not.

 

[nat1d]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

I don't find that ther is muzzle climb.

However, 6 days at RO, in Kingsville, TX, and a gnarled PRS buttstock (metal with no padding has me thinking!

 

[chainring]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

A buddy is pleased with the enedine in his ar15. I'm an elevator man, and deal with leaking hydraulic cylinders routinely. I won't ever trust one in my rifle.

 

[BLDTYLRY]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

I use one in my Mega MA-TEN 308 build and it works perfect. It takes the edge off the recoil shock and allows me to double-tap 308 rounds on a 8" Target at 50yds all day long. I'm also running a SJC Titan Comp as well.

 

[quacktastic]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

Try an AAC brake. I love mine It may not be the best looking of the bunch, but if you ever decide to buy a can, you'll be all set. It does a great job at managing recoil.

 

[cz777]

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the 308 Enidine carbine will not work with the flat spring it wider than round ...i tried it on dry test .....try FSC30 Muzzle Brakes/Compensator like NatD said i am using a moded 74u device like nx-3 for 30 cal it works well other reasons

 

[Matt.Cross]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

The difference that the hydraulic buffer makes in recoil is imperceptible to me. The difference that it makes in reliability is drastic, you are much better off without it. Get a good muzzle brake and be done with it.

 

[GoBig]

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I use them in both of my ar 308s...no problems what so ever! They do work!

 

[nat1d]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

I am a little married to the FSC30 brake; I have them on 3 rifles!

More than anything I think it is the the PRS (Gen1) that is metal w/o padding. Even Magpul technical support did not offer a soloution.

 

[nat1d]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

I wish that they had the OD when I ordered mine; it is tan!

 

[NYresq]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

I have an Enidine in my 223 DMR rifle. It softens the recoil a bit, not really enough to feel unless you shoot a magazine, then yank it and put the stock buffer in and shoot another magazine. But I have found it slows down the bolt a bit when fired. I suppose in a full auto rifle its probably easily seen, but in semi auto, not so much.

I think it will be the only one I ever own, there are better buffers out there that can dampen recoil without hydraulic pistons.

 

[fred650]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

Like others have said, you might want to give a JP brake a try.

 

[nat1d]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

Thanks for all the help!

I am going to try a pad on the end of the PRS (metal butt plate). If that does not improve the reoil, I will swith to the JP brake.

I am sure that the combination of the two will solve the issue.

Which JP brake should I use?

 

[19Scout77]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

The JP brake of which they speak may very well be the stupiest looking muzzle device ever created. If you need a Howitzer style brake on a .308. you should consider sticking to smallbore.

 

[kl3309]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 19Scout77</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The JP brake of which they speak may very well be the stupiest looking muzzle device ever created. If you need a Howitzer style brake on a .308. you should consider sticking to smallbore.

</div></div>

I'm speaking specifically about this one: http://www.jprifles.com/1.4.3_tre.php
The point of these things is to negate muzzle rise and keep you on target for the follow-up shot.

 

[19Scout77]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

As long as it isn't this one.

http://www.jprifles.com/1.4.2_re.php

 

[magyarbetyar]

Re: any thoughts on hydraulic buffet for my REPR?

Just recently installed the Enidine in my AR-10. The biggest difference was my brass was not getting tossed in every direction. They all landed 3ft away at the 4 o'clock position and less over pressure signs on my re-loads. I did notice a bit of a difference in my groups as well. Much more consistent. As for the longevity of this thing. . .we shall see.