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Re: Is it worth putting a muzzel brake on a .308
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rob.308</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am wondering if it is even worth doing on a .308. That kick is so little already that I just wanted to get others opinions on the matter. Is it worth the extra $200 bucks to do it?
Thanks in advance,
Rob </div></div>Sure, why not? If your shooting from the bench, it might make it a little easier to call your own shots.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rob.308</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am wondering if it is even worth doing on a .308. That kick is so little already that I just wanted to get others opinions on the matter. Is it worth the extra $200 bucks to do it?
Thanks in advance,
Rob </div></div>Sure, why not? If your shooting from the bench, it might make it a little easier to call your own shots.
Re: Is it worth putting a muzzel brake on a .308
alot of people complain about the sound for hunting but really...i only plan on taking one shot at the animal...so the sound is not really that big of a deal to me
alot of people complain about the sound for hunting but really...i only plan on taking one shot at the animal...so the sound is not really that big of a deal to me
Re: Is it worth putting a muzzel brake on a .308
A profound observation, Maelek.
. . . and spot on.
A profound observation, Maelek.
. . . and spot on.
Re: Is it worth putting a muzzel brake on a .308
A muzzle brake is great for me, in order to spot my own hits or misses. Plus, it's one thing to shoot 20 rounds of a 308win and call it tolerable recoil vs. shooting 200+ rounds in one session.
A muzzle brake is great for me, in order to spot my own hits or misses. Plus, it's one thing to shoot 20 rounds of a 308win and call it tolerable recoil vs. shooting 200+ rounds in one session.
Re: Is it worth putting a muzzel brake on a .308
I was shooting next to a guy awhile back who had a muzzle break on a 284. He was a great guy and I really enjoyed talking to him after shooting, but at the time I couldn't wait for him to run out of bullets. The range may be a noise place, but being next to a guy with a muzzle break is a whole different level. The guy on the left of me was shooting a 7mm ultra mag and it pleasant sounding compared to the guy on my right with a 284.
I was shooting next to a guy awhile back who had a muzzle break on a 284. He was a great guy and I really enjoyed talking to him after shooting, but at the time I couldn't wait for him to run out of bullets. The range may be a noise place, but being next to a guy with a muzzle break is a whole different level. The guy on the left of me was shooting a 7mm ultra mag and it pleasant sounding compared to the guy on my right with a 284.
Re: Is it worth putting a muzzel brake on a .308
I should be getting my JP Recoil Eliminator in today. I will go to the range, shoot about 40rds and come back here with my opinion.
I should be getting my JP Recoil Eliminator in today. I will go to the range, shoot about 40rds and come back here with my opinion.
Re: Is it worth putting a muzzel brake on a .308
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Maelek</div><div class="ubbcode-body">alot of people complain about the sound for hunting but really...i only plan on taking one shot at the animal...so the sound is not really that big of a deal to me </div></div>
If you're firing a braked rifle with no ear protection, you don't care about keeping your hearing long term, period.
One shot is one shot too many.
Please wear your ear protection! Now that we're all paying for everyone else's heathcare, I don't really wanna have to pay for your hearing aids later on down the road.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Maelek</div><div class="ubbcode-body">alot of people complain about the sound for hunting but really...i only plan on taking one shot at the animal...so the sound is not really that big of a deal to me </div></div>
If you're firing a braked rifle with no ear protection, you don't care about keeping your hearing long term, period.
One shot is one shot too many.
Please wear your ear protection! Now that we're all paying for everyone else's heathcare, I don't really wanna have to pay for your hearing aids later on down the road.
Re: Is it worth putting a muzzel brake on a .308
I run muzzle brakes on everything - how is cutting recoil (even mild recoil) a bad thing?
I run muzzle brakes on everything - how is cutting recoil (even mild recoil) a bad thing?
Re: Is it worth putting a muzzel brake on a .308
Ok, sold on the Little bastard. My local smith can install and hope he can make up a thread protector also. Looking forward to it.
Ok, sold on the Little bastard. My local smith can install and hope he can make up a thread protector also. Looking forward to it.
Re: Is it worth putting a muzzel brake on a .308
My 6.5CM has a lil Bastard brake installed and it works great. On uTube watch the video of the 338LM without and then with the brake. I haven't had anyone complain about the noise. I wear the standard throw away ear plug, along with a set of ear muffs. Being able to follow through on the shoot, is such a big plus. The downside of a brake is they aren't permitted under NRA rules.
My 6.5CM has a lil Bastard brake installed and it works great. On uTube watch the video of the 338LM without and then with the brake. I haven't had anyone complain about the noise. I wear the standard throw away ear plug, along with a set of ear muffs. Being able to follow through on the shoot, is such a big plus. The downside of a brake is they aren't permitted under NRA rules.
Re: Is it worth putting a muzzel brake on a .308
Good info, I appreciate it. Will check out the vid
Good info, I appreciate it. Will check out the vid
Re: Is it worth putting a muzzel brake on a .308
I had a Rad brake on my Remington 700. I don't have a brake on my AIAE.
While I can shoot non braked .308's all day I can assure you it's much more pleasant to have a brake. You do not need a brake if you’re driving the rifle correctly, when you can not, your rifle will exploit the weakest link in your body’s position.
My AIAE is going back to Mile High next week to have a brake installed.
I had a Rad brake on my Remington 700. I don't have a brake on my AIAE.
While I can shoot non braked .308's all day I can assure you it's much more pleasant to have a brake. You do not need a brake if you’re driving the rifle correctly, when you can not, your rifle will exploit the weakest link in your body’s position.
My AIAE is going back to Mile High next week to have a brake installed.
Re: Is it worth putting a muzzel brake on a .308
Well, it does reduce the recoil, But its not really worth it to me, I would rather have less weight/noise while hunting/shooting But that is just me.
Well, it does reduce the recoil, But its not really worth it to me, I would rather have less weight/noise while hunting/shooting But that is just me.
Re: Is it worth putting a muzzel brake on a .308
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rob.308</div><div class="ubbcode-body">EZTUNDRA77 do you have a Toyota Tundra? I just laughed when I read your post. I ask because we have the same gun and possibly the same truck! Just too funny if it is true.
Mine does have the 24 in barrel on it and I just love the gun. I couldn't be happier with it. I feel like I didn't buy enough optic for it. I am using a 4.5 X 14 Leupold on it. I was in the process of going with something stronger for it when someone suggested putting a break on it. With the machine work + brake + shipping I am in the $300 range. Certainly cheaper than the new optic I have been considering. I have twice shot a penny at 200yds with the setup I have now. I just really enjoy shooting as accurately as I can.
What rounds are you shooting through yours? I am using Hornady 30501's, 168gr match round. I weigh each round before I load them and they seem very good for the money. The come in a box of 100 instead of 50 like others I have tried. I am always interested in seeing what others are using with success. I had the action bedded into the stock but I just didn't see much of a difference at the distances I am shooting, but, I haven't gone out past 600 yards yet.
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yeah, that's crazy. Great minds think alike. I have a 2011 TT Double cab 4x4 w/ the 5.7, tow package, cold package, 4.30 rear end, Rhino Lining bed. It's awesome. I embarrased my buddy the other day in his Harley Davison F150 supercharged. It wasn't even close.
I shoot federal gold medal match 175 gr, 7.62 x 51. I also have some FGMM 168gr. in .308. But I've heard from numerous sources that the R5 milspec barrel was designed to optimally shoot 175gr bullets. But there's obviously room there to debate. I think they advertise than it will shoot sub MOA with any load, but I saw a Remington gunsmith post on the 700 forum that match grade 175gr. will produce 1/4 MOA groups with a good shooter behind. I don't doubt that. I has my buddy at the range the other day. He had never shot any rifle before that, and he made just under 1 MOA with 3 of his four shots. The forth got squirrely, but still. Even though we were only at 70 yards, I was still impressed by him and the rifle.
And my next glass will cost at least 1.5 times as much as the rifle was. I'm looking at the Night Force 12x42x56 http://nightforceoptics.com/12-42-x-56-nxs/.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rob.308</div><div class="ubbcode-body">EZTUNDRA77 do you have a Toyota Tundra? I just laughed when I read your post. I ask because we have the same gun and possibly the same truck! Just too funny if it is true.
Mine does have the 24 in barrel on it and I just love the gun. I couldn't be happier with it. I feel like I didn't buy enough optic for it. I am using a 4.5 X 14 Leupold on it. I was in the process of going with something stronger for it when someone suggested putting a break on it. With the machine work + brake + shipping I am in the $300 range. Certainly cheaper than the new optic I have been considering. I have twice shot a penny at 200yds with the setup I have now. I just really enjoy shooting as accurately as I can.
What rounds are you shooting through yours? I am using Hornady 30501's, 168gr match round. I weigh each round before I load them and they seem very good for the money. The come in a box of 100 instead of 50 like others I have tried. I am always interested in seeing what others are using with success. I had the action bedded into the stock but I just didn't see much of a difference at the distances I am shooting, but, I haven't gone out past 600 yards yet.
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yeah, that's crazy. Great minds think alike. I have a 2011 TT Double cab 4x4 w/ the 5.7, tow package, cold package, 4.30 rear end, Rhino Lining bed. It's awesome. I embarrased my buddy the other day in his Harley Davison F150 supercharged. It wasn't even close.
I shoot federal gold medal match 175 gr, 7.62 x 51. I also have some FGMM 168gr. in .308. But I've heard from numerous sources that the R5 milspec barrel was designed to optimally shoot 175gr bullets. But there's obviously room there to debate. I think they advertise than it will shoot sub MOA with any load, but I saw a Remington gunsmith post on the 700 forum that match grade 175gr. will produce 1/4 MOA groups with a good shooter behind. I don't doubt that. I has my buddy at the range the other day. He had never shot any rifle before that, and he made just under 1 MOA with 3 of his four shots. The forth got squirrely, but still. Even though we were only at 70 yards, I was still impressed by him and the rifle.
And my next glass will cost at least 1.5 times as much as the rifle was. I'm looking at the Night Force 12x42x56 http://nightforceoptics.com/12-42-x-56-nxs/.
