I did purchase a CT compliant 15-22 and it DOESN'T come with a muzzle break for a reason. It's NOT allowed, even on a .22 Also the stock is pinned and only 10 rd mags
I'm also from CT. I just bought the "fake" muzzle break. It uses a set screw. The directions are to drill a tiny hole or use a punch to make a tiny "divot" on the barrel for the set screw to sit in.If you just use the set screw without the "divot" it will most likely fall off after heavy use...
I also have the Bladetech, but I have been using my N82 Tactical Pro. It is sooooo comfortable......sitting, standing....whatever. I carry appendix.
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Carrying an unloaded weapon......you might as well just carry a rock. I do, however, use my safety. Just train to click off safety while drawing your weapon. Key is train, train, train.