Just bought an unfired SAR-8 (with the "8" stamped over a "3"), made in Greece with the steel receiver. Came with the thumbhole stock removed and a green pistol grip stock and forearm attached. I'm happy. The only problem is that it has this politically correct non muzzle brake thing on the end of the barrel. It has either two pins or maybe screws holding it on. I'm guessing they're screws that have been spot welded over the slots to keep them in place. I'd like to remove this and screw on a real muzzle brake or flash hider, presuming there are threads underneath it. Point of all this is: has anybody with an SAR-8 removed this lump? And if so, how did you do it. It's not really hurting anything being there so I guess I could leave it. It's just knowing that it's not a real flash hider or muzzle brake that mildly irritates me. If I stand a better than average chance of messing up the barrel or barrel threads (if it has them), I won't do it. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks.