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Q Whistle Tip Blast Mitigation Device for Cherry Bomb Muzzle Brake

UPC: 850000857513

$125.00

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Description

Anyone who's stood next to a braked rifle knows the drill: great recoil control, brutal concussion for everybody nearby. The Q Whistle Tip fixes that on Cherry Bomb equipped rifles. It threads over the brake and redirects the blast forward, away from you and whoever drew the short straw at the next lane. When your suppressor is off the gun, this little copper-colored piece keeps the range experience civil without giving up your quick-attach mount.

Why the Whistle Tip Earns Its Spot

Beyond taming blast, the Whistle Tip pulls double duty as a thread protector for the Cherry Bomb. The taper mount interface is what makes Q's system work so well, and leaving it exposed to dings and grime is asking for trouble down the road. Cap it with the Whistle Tip and the mount stays clean and true between suppressor sessions. It also plays nice with other Plan B style taper mounts from companies like Rearden and Comstock, so it's not locked to a single manufacturer's ecosystem.

Built Like the Rest of Q's Lineup

Machined from 17-4 stainless steel and heat treated to that signature copper hue, the Whistle Tip measures 1.85 inches long with a 1.16 inch outside diameter and weighs just 2.7 ounces. That's barely any added length or weight for a noticeable improvement in muzzle behavior. One note on the finish: the heat treating process means color can vary a bit from piece to piece, which is normal and part of the character.

Installing the Q Whistle Tip

No proprietary tools, no fuss. Any off-the-shelf 1-inch wrench gets it mounted, torqued to 10 to 15 ft-lbs, and the tapered interface self-aligns to the Cherry Bomb every time you put it on. Keep in mind it fits the standard Cherry Bomb family only, so if you're running the XL Cherry Bomb in M18-1.5, this one won't work for you. For everyone else with a Cherry Bomb up front, it's one of those small parts that makes unsuppressed range days a whole lot more tolerable.

Key Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Q LLC
  • Model: Whistle Tip
  • Manufacturer Part Number: WHISTLE-TIP
  • UPC: 850000857513
  • Type: Blast Mitigation Device / Thread Protector
  • Material: 17-4 Stainless Steel
  • Finish: Heat Treated Copper
  • Weight: 2.7 oz
  • Overall Length: 1.85 in
  • Outside Diameter: 1.16 in
  • Mount Type: Taper mount, Plan B compatible
  • Compatibility: Q Cherry Bomb muzzle brake (not XL Cherry Bomb M18-1.5)
  • Installation: Standard 1-inch wrench, torque 10-15 ft-lbs

What’s Included

  • Q Whistle Tip blast mitigation device

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the Q Whistle Tip fit the XL Cherry Bomb?

No. The Whistle Tip is sized for the standard Cherry Bomb family and will not fit the XL Cherry Bomb with the M18-1.5 thread pattern. If you're running the XL, you'll need a different solution for blast management.

Does the Whistle Tip work with taper mounts other than Q's?

Yes. It's compatible with Plan B style taper mounts, including options from Rearden and Comstock in addition to Q's own Cherry Bomb. The tapered interface is what handles alignment, so any compatible mount will index it correctly.

What tools do I need to install the Q Whistle Tip?

Just a standard 1-inch wrench, nothing proprietary. Thread it on righty-tighty and torque it to 10 to 15 ft-lbs. The taper mount handles alignment on its own, so there's no shimming or timing involved.

Why does the copper color look slightly different between units?

The Whistle Tip gets its copper tone from a heat treating process rather than paint or coating, so some variation in color and minor visual imperfections are completely normal. It's a byproduct of how the 17-4 stainless steel is finished, and it doesn't affect function at all.

Additional information

UPC

850000857513

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Part Number

WHISTLE-TIP

Color

Brass/Copper

Length

5

Model

Package Height

1.0

Package Width

3.5

Product Type

Accessory-Muzzle Brakes

Shipping Weight

0.2

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