Description
ALSO CONVERTS REVOLUTION, RESISTANCE, AND OPTIMUS 9 to accept Taper Mount muzzle devices for rifle applications.
The Taper Mount Minimalist Blast Shield was designed to offer significant concussion reduction for the end user and other team members operating in the immediate vicinity. The Minimalist blast shield can also convert the Optimus silencer to a 7.9″ 15.7 ounce mid size taper mount configuration compatible with minimalist taper mount muzzle devices only. In the blast shield configuration, the minimalist brake shield is compatible with all taper mount muzzle devices. COMES STD WITHOUT THREAD PROTECTOR. Thread protector, if desired, must be selected from the drop down option menu.
Often team members in CQB environments experience concussion from muzzle blast that is not only deafeningly loud, but also can cause prolonged headaches that can last for days afterwards. Especially effective on short barrels, the Taper Mount Blast Shield directs concussive force forward . Ultra strong 17-4PH stainless steel provides a robust material to withstand intense use and full auto fire without fear of failure. Flats on the rear of the device allow the use of a large adjustable wrench, strap wrench, or vise for removal if needed.
Melonite QPQ surface treatment provides an extremely hard, durable, and attractive finish.
Griffin Armament has continued to pursue product development that will enhance hearing safety in tactical and shooting sport situations. The Taper Mount Minimalist Blast Shield is a great product for those that would like to reduce the concussion of their muzzle devices.
MINIMUM BARREL LENGTH RATINGS FOR USE WITH OPTIMUS SILENCER:
308 / 6.5CM = 16″
6.8SPC = 12.5″
7.62×39 = 8″
300BLK = 8″ Super & Sub
5.56mm = 10.5″
ALSO CONVERTS RESISTANCE AND REVOLUTION SUPPRESSORS TO TAPER MOUNT.
17-4PH stainless steel material
Melonite QPQ finish
Compatible with Griffin Taper Mounts
Significantly reduces concussion
Ergonomic Flutes for grip
Voluminous body allows for muzzle device performance
Fast attachment / Detachment
5.4 ounces
Total Length: 2.2″
s field –
I purchased this to use on my 300BO. It mounts up great to the taper mount minimalist break. I haven’t got a chance to shoot it yet due to the frigid weather but will definitely add to this review once I do. I will also be reviewing the Optimus once it gets approved and will add to this review on how it works in conjunction with this.
Troy G –
Bought this for my Optimus to run 9mm in the mid size configuration. Simple to install, looks great, and has held up to 9mm, .300 BLK, and 5.56 really well. Had to purchase a thread protector separately but I now see there is an option to get it as a package deal.
Chris clark –
I purchased to run my Optimus in the mid configuration. Fit and finish is top shelf and the device also performs great as a stand alone blast shield when the suppressor is not in use. I am using the minimalist flash suppressor taper mount and with the blast shield installed in also looks really sharp. Overall I am very satisfied with Griffin Armament products and plan to purchase additional products going forward.
Robert –
If you own a Griffin Optimus I highly recommend purchasing this blast shield. It is great when you want a short can but still want to use the blast baffle. This device adds to the variability to the already versatile Optimus, making it even better.
Kyle –
Extremely well built. Can’t wait for my rev9 to get here so I can use this on my 300blk guns!
Jason Yma –
If you have an Optimus, this will be the best addition you can make outside of a hammer comp. This never comes off the suppressor. The extended mount that comes with the optimus is just a tad long for my taste. Never had to use it with any of my configurations. Actually, the longer mount is what I use as a blast shield. I recommend.
Ryan Simon –
If I would have know how easy getting a silencer was through you guys. I would have done it years ago. This guy is a customer for life.
Susquehanna Valley Firearms LLC –
Great addition to a pistol build or SBR. Also we prefer these for use on the optimus for 300 BLK-308 WIN taper use. Add a titanium brake and it really cuts down the weight on the optimus.
Matt –
Can’t beat the range of use, plus fit and finish for this component. Feels like the cherry-on-top for my high-end cqb build; and will support an Optimus perfectly!
Stephen Page –
Steep price for what it is, but saying that, it’s top notch quality and bombproof. Should work great on my 300BO pistol and Optimus.
Charles Little –
As their tapermounts are incredible, so is their blastshield! Excellent fit and finish. I was looking for a 1.180x 24 tpi in the “option A” tapermount accessories, which this isnt, but it directs the blast forward as advertised and it probably will for 30,000 rounds. Nice design.
Paul Malone –
Griffin builds good stuff,period.
Bob Liu –
works well and perfect with minimalist flash hider.
Jacob W. –
Excellent fit and finish. Great addition to your optimus suppressor to shorten its length and reduce weight. Shoots very well while maintaining a rifles accuracy.
Robert espinosa –
Love it paired it up with my optimus and now its shorter. Sounds good to.
mike –
would buy again
Mike D. –
Very nice addition to my Rev9. Adds versatility for both BLK and 9mm.
Aaron –
There’s not a whole lot to this part, it works as expected with no issues. It works perfectly with my Optimus suppressor.
Daniel –
Excellent addition to my Optimus Suppressor
Night hunter –
The product fit well onto my resistance 45 supressor and has a nice finish. I purchased this so I could mount my supressor on my fixed barrel rifle, however this is only one of two components that you need to accomplish the task. The cost seems high for what it is, basicly a 2″ long hollow tube with male threads on one end and female threads on the other. I also had to purchase a flash supressor that threads directly to my barrel. The blast sheild then threads between the actual supressor and the flash supressor, like a coupling. So you have to shell out $200 to mount on to a rifle. I don’t understand why they couldn’t make the blast sheild thread directly onto the barrel. If that was the case and it still sold for around $100 I would rate it 5 stars
Andrew C –
Using this mainly with the 300bo setup when suppressed, then as a blast shield when in suppressed on all of my rifles. Like the short configuration of the Optimus a lot. Sweeeet, does exactly what it’s supposed to do. Thanks again Griffin.
JOSEPH –
this is a must have with Optimus
JoeH –
Using with minimalist 3 prong flash hider, Works as designed! Fit and finish great! Yet another great product from GA. If you’re looking for a smaller foot print that is easy to remove with your other taper mount minimalist items, this fits the bill perfectly.
Eric A –
Works great as a blast shield but even better with my Optimus for a more compact mid-length configuration. Highly recommended to purchase the thread protector separately.
K –
Griffin is one of few companies that continue to hit the ball out of the park for SO many things. The Mini Blast Shield is one of them. It’s insanely tough, and even though measurements show it’s not long enough to use on their longer taper devices like the Flash Comp, it only sticks out a couple millimeters. I use it on a Hammer Comp, which is completely concealed. I don’t fit it to a suppressor (will later on… thank you government) yet and only use it as a blast shield. Excellent product for that. It gets 4 stars instead of 5 because for some baffling reason… pun intended… it does NOT include the damn thread protector. Capitalism is great but nothing if not sometimes annoying. Regardless – I have it on a PWS 11.85″ upper and it does the job just fine while being tougher than the bowl of nails I ate for breakfast with a beautiful finish. I just had to pay an extra 16 bucks or whatever for the thread protector an non-permanent thread locker to keep on until, well, the non-elected government officials decide I can get my can.
SPIN –
Great product! Works great on everything from rifle to PCC
Robin Bagesse –
I purchased this one to run a short Optimus configuration over the EZ Brake on my 8.5″ 300 BLK pistol upper. I don’t notice any difference in noise level over the long configuration. Using the stand alone blast shield over the EZ Brake should help tame muzzle blast from super ammo . Machining and finish is perfect.
Corey –
Bought this to use with a minimalist flash hider and resistance 9. I was curious if the extra volume capacity when a resistance 9 was attached would sound different.
Blast shield –
Griffin products are all well made with superb machine work.
H. DeWolf –
Added to my configuration options for my 30-06 Tikka. just took it to the range and it worked perfectly.
Devin –
Great product
James bearden –
This is like all griffin products. Finest quality and outstanding customer support.
Besu –
Is perfect for the MDRX in 300blkour. Keeps it short
Tim –
Again as a first time user it paid off to call the experts at Griffin for advice went together and fit like a glove. Haven’t shot the 5.56 yet which is the reason for 4 stars mounted a REV .45 suppressor
Mike H. –
fit and finish are quality you’d expect from Griffin. Great option for using different suppressors across hosts with taper mounts.