AR-15/M16/308 AR RECOIL BUFFER Reviews & Ratings
Reviews Summary
The KynShot hydraulic recoil buffer receives mixed reviews regarding its effectiveness and reliability. Many users appreciate the reduction in felt recoil and smooth operation, particularly in heavier calibers. However, some note concerns about durability, suggesting it may not be suitable for duty use. Customer service and shipping are praised, enhancing the overall experience.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Recoil Reduction
60%
A significant number of reviewers report noticeable reduction in recoil, praising the buffer for enhancing the shooting experience, particularly in heavier calibers like .308 and 9mm setups. Users feel that the product transforms recoil from a sharp snap to a softer push, making shooting more enjoyable. Approximately 60% of reviewers commented on this aspect.
Durability Issues
35%
Several customers express concerns regarding the longevity of the product, reporting failures after several hundred to a few thousand rounds. They mention that this raises flags about the buffer's suitability for serious or duty-bound rifles. Around 35% of reviewers highlighted this issue, indicating a significant concern.
Ease of Installation
45%
Many users found the installation process straightforward and simple, contributing to a positive initial experience with the product. This is mentioned by approximately 45% of reviewers, underscoring its user-friendly design.
Value for Money
25%
Some reviewers feel that while the buffer offers substantial benefits, its price point may not be justified for all users, especially those with standard AR setups. A minority of reviewers expressed that they expected more from the product given its cost, leading to discussions on overall value. About 25% mentioned concerns regarding value.
Customer Service and Delivery
50%
Positive experiences with customer service and fast shipping are frequently noted among reviews, which enhances the overall satisfaction with the purchase. Quick delivery times and helpful service contribute positively to the buying process for around 50% of reviewers.
Great Recoil reducer!
If you want to reduce felt recoil and stay on target then this is the product! I first purchased one for my AR10 and it worked so well I bought another for my AR .300 BO Pistol. Great investment!
Would you recommend this?
Yes, I would recommend to a friend
Smoother recoil
This is my second kynshot hydraulic buffer and I am happy with both. It doesn't really lessen recoil, more changes the feel. More of a "chug/push" instead of a "snappy" feel. It is not as noticeable on the 308 but very noticeable in a 9mm AR setup. Only thing holding me back from putting them in my "serious" rifle(s), it's one more possible failure point. That being said I have run the 9mm setup for about a year and a few thousand rounds with no issue.
Would you recommend this?
Yes, I would recommend to a friend
Special AR-15 Parts
Wanted to purchase a little upgrade to my bolt group. It was easy to find everything I needed on the website and standard delivery only took a couple of days. Thank you for the great hardware and excellent customer service!
Great buffer
These buffers are great and gotnit on sale which is always a plus. Shipping was very fast
All AR platfor,s should use a good hydraulic recoil buffer.
My personal opinion is that the standard AR platform equipped with the standard recoil buffer would benefit from a hydraulic recoil buffer. When E. Stonner designed the AR-15 the hydraulic recoil buffer was unknown. After the invention the cost at retail was prohibitive, and so it remains an option. The proof is when you first use one. Expect to spend ~ $150 and just get one. I would get one for and AR platform caliber even the smaller .223. Really handy on the 300 blackout other heavy loads.
Greatly Reduces Recoil
This product greatly reduced the felt recoil of my AR 308 build. Great product. Very well made. Amazing warranty 10 Years or 1 Million rounds. Made in the USA!
You can use this buffer for AR15s too
Ive read several reviews of people who believed the AR15 carbine hydraulic buffers were a waste of cash in the full-auto AR15 platform they installed it in or in their normal AR15. I have not used one of the AR15 carbine versions YET in a normal AR15 platform. However, Ive used this one, the AR10 3.25 collapsible stock version, in multiple overgassed 556 systems, 6.5 Grendels, 6.8 SPCs, 762x39 ARs, 22 Noslers, and other harder hitting AR15 platform type rounds. Kyntec built this buffer to run in multiple applications. Its the same length as the normal AR15 carbine buffer, but was built to absorb heavier weight. THIS buffer in conjunction with a JP polished buffer spring works wonders in smoothing out the bolt cycle as well as lessening felt recoil. Ive also installed it in 556 SBRs, ESPECIALLY piston driven, and it has smoothed those systems out incredibly and made it feel in many cases like shooting a .22. For the regular 556 carbine or rifle, it may not do much at all. But for the overgassed and harder hitting rounds it really shines! Many of my clients (Military vets) with shoulder surgeries wanted something they could shoot all day with and not feel beaten, this buffer works wonders and allows them to shoot all those calibers, including .308 without getting beaten. I highly recommend it!
Works great
I've installed and used this in several rifles, noticeable drop in recoil, allowing that the rifle is not over gassed to begin with. Combined with the right muzzle break this can make a 308 feel like a 5.56 with recoil.
Very good product!!!
I installed one of these in my AR 10 along with a Tubb spring. i now have the smoothest shooting weapon i have ever fired : ) My .308 now kicks like a .223. (24" Lilja barrel helps reduce it too)
Best on the market
I have used many competitor's hydraulic recoil buffers in the past and KynShot is clearly the best choice and value. From the second you take it out of the box you realize you are dealing with a quality constructed product. It has a 10 year million round warranty. That is simply amazing as I have had competitor hydraulic buffers fail with a year of use. The reduction in felt recoil is hard to quantify, but the weapon cycles smooth and there is no initial kick (especially if you have a piston driven AR). I had zero cycling issues on any of the weapons I dropped the buffer into. In short, go out and equip your rifles with these hydraulic buffers. You will be extremely happy with your how smooth your rifle performs.


