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Yankee Hill Machine
Overview
The YHM 1/2-28 Muzzle Brake is designed specifically for 5.56 NATO caliber rifles, providing effective recoil management and muzzle rise reduction. With a 1/2x28 thread pitch, it easily attaches to a variety of AR-15 barrels, making it a practical choice for builders focused on optimizing their rifle performance. This muzzle brake is commonly found in carbine-length gas system builds that prioritize control during rapid fire.
Specifications
YHM 1/2-28 Muzzle Brake, 5.56 - YHM-5M2-QD
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Stock Alert
Build history on GunPartPicker
Availability is good: it was in stock at one retailer or another nearly every time we checked in October 2026, but today the one retailer we track is out of stock. Prices barely moved in October 2026, holding around $99.99, with no real sale all month. Listed prices start at $99.99 at Palmetto State Armory for when it comes back.
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Build Configuration Breakdown
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Builds Featuring This Part
See all builds →Builds in the community that include the YHM 1/2-28 Muzzle Brake, 5.56 - YHM-5M2-QD
| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
 | 13 | $1184.67 |
 | 13 | $1281.47 |
 | 16 | $1437.05 |
 | 10 | $898.68 |
 | 25 | $3010.95 |
 | 19 | $1272.20 |
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