The Area 419 Hellfire Self-Timing Muzzle Brake for 6.5mm, 5/8-24 thread, black nitride finish (brand part no. 419HF-BN-6.5MM-5824) is built for any bullet caliber up to and including .264 (6.5mm), covering .257 and magnum loads. Area 419’s self-timing design uses a universal adapter that stays permanently on the barrel, so the brake and collar assembly always lands correctly oriented without guesswork, and a simple knurled nut times it with no tools required. Rearward-facing ports deliver serious recoil reduction — independently tested at 52% on a 6.5 Creedmoor rifle, about 4% better than some of the most popular brakes on the market — while a proprietary port design controls muzzle rise without top porting. This 5/8-24 6.5mm brake weighs just 4.8 ounces.

Key Specifications

• Rated for bullet calibers up to and including .264 (6.5mm), including .257 and magnums.
• Threaded 5/8-24.
• Finished in black nitride.
• Weighs approximately 4.8 ounces.
• Uses rearward-facing ports, independently tested at 52% recoil reduction on a 6.5 Creedmoor rifle.
• Features a proprietary port design that controls muzzle rise without top porting.
• Installs with a self-timing collar that locks without guesswork, using a tool-free knurled nut.
• Delivers excellent return to zero after removal and reinstallation.
• Machined from heat-treated 17-4PH stainless steel, made in NW Ohio.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does this brake weigh? Approximately 4.8 ounces for the 5/8-24 6.5mm version.

How much does this brake reduce recoil? Independent testing showed 52% recoil reduction on a 6.5 Creedmoor test rifle.

Does removing the brake affect zero? No, return to zero is excellent after removal and reinstallation.

Buy the Area 419 Hellfire Self-Timing Muzzle Brake

Cut felt recoil on a 6.5 Creedmoor or similar rifle with a lightweight, self-timing brake that holds zero. Browse more Area 419 parts in our rifle parts selection and order direct from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast shipping to your door.