Proper alignment between a firearm’s bore and its attached suppressor is crucial for accuracy and minimizing baffle strikes. A specialized rod, precisely machined to fit within the bore and suppressor, ensures this alignment. For example, these rods can be used during the mounting process to confirm concentricity and prevent potential damage.
Maintaining concentricity through proper alignment offers several key advantages. It improves accuracy by preventing bullet yaw and mitigating deviations in trajectory. Additionally, it safeguards the suppressor’s structural integrity by minimizing the risk of baffle strikes, which can lead to premature wear or even catastrophic failure. Historically, ensuring proper alignment relied heavily on careful observation and rudimentary tools, making the process less precise and more time-consuming. Modern precision rods significantly simplify the alignment process, improving safety and performance.