6.5 Creedmoor Brake

[theogre_52]

I am going to be building a 6.5 creedmoor semi auto. I have most of the parts, but I can't figure out what brake I should use. I was going to use a POF, but wanted to see what others used.

Any input would be appreciated.

Thanks

Theogre

 

[Mike]

Re: 6.5 Creedmoor Brake

It doesn't matter. Almost all the brakes will give you good recoil reduction. My only recommendation is to avoid a brake with 360* venting such as a Vias.

 

[Gray]

Re: 6.5 Creedmoor Brake

Badger Thruster or GAP Titan, If your barrel is already threaded a Surefire Brake or AAC Brake is an easy do-it-yourself option.

 

[Jedi]

Re: 6.5 Creedmoor Brake

ck out Seekings new brake, that was my choice.

 

[theogre_52]

Re: 6.5 Creedmoor Brake

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Special Delivery</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Badger Thruster or GAP Titan, If your barrel is already threaded a Surefire Brake or AAC Brake is an easy do-it-yourself option. </div></div>

I should have added that the barrel hasn't been made yet. So I am trying to find the brake first then i know what to get the barrel threaded to.

Theogre

 

[Longshot38]

Re: 6.5 Creedmoor Brake

I agree with Mike. Port location is more important then manufacturer. Most brake designs on the market today are efficient. But my put a brake on 6.5 CM? It is light recoiling round to start. If any muzzle device were used I'd be looking for a suppressor.

 

[theogre_52]

Re: 6.5 Creedmoor Brake

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Longshot38</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I agree with Mike. Port location is more important then manufacturer. Most brake designs on the market today are efficient. But my put a brake on 6.5 CM? It is light recoiling round to start. If any muzzle device were used I'd be looking for a suppressor. </div></div>
I have never shot one. Most of my guns have brakes, I would love a suppressor but they are illegal here.

 

[ddavis]

Re: 6.5 Creedmoor Brake

My 6.5 CM weighs 13.5 lbs and I see no reason for a brake. I had one on my previous 308 that weighed ~18 lbs. Try shooting your rifle first and then decide. Recoil is very mild.

 

[Mike]

Re: 6.5 Creedmoor Brake

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ddavis</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I see no reason for a brake. Try shooting your rifle first and then decide. Recoil is very mild. </div></div>

Any rifle, regardless of the caliber, can benefit from a brake. There are many reasons for having a brake for a competitive tactical rifle. It's not about being "man" enough to be able to handle the recoil, it's about being smart and taking advantage of the equipment available for you.

 

[ddavis]

Re: 6.5 Creedmoor Brake

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Mike</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ddavis</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I see no reason for a brake. Try shooting your rifle first and then decide. Recoil is very mild. </div></div>

Any rifle, regardless of the caliber, can benefit from a brake. There are many reasons for having a brake for a competitive tactical rifle. It's not about being "man" enough to be able to handle the recoil, it's about being smart and taking advantage of the equipment available for you. </div></div>

You took my post out of context. I stated on MY rifle I see no reason for a brake. I've had them and they work great. I use one on my AR that I shoot carbine matches with, and it's a 223. Depending on what you are doing with the rifle, the increased blast may outweigh the reduced recoil, and I would shoot the rifle first before I decided to use one.
-Dan

 

[theogre_52]

Re: 6.5 Creedmoor Brake

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Mike</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ddavis</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I see no reason for a brake. Try shooting your rifle first and then decide. Recoil is very mild. </div></div>

Any rifle, regardless of the caliber, can benefit from a brake. There are many reasons for having a brake for a competitive tactical rifle. It's not about being "man" enough to be able to handle the recoil, it's about being smart and taking advantage of the equipment available for you. </div></div>

Mike sorry to put you on the spot but does any particular model stand out to you? I really started looking at the JP brakes.

 

[ddavis]

Re: 6.5 Creedmoor Brake

I've used the JP brakes and they are well made and reduce recoil greatly. How they compare to some of the others I do not know. Mike probably knows quite a bit more about this than I do, but JP has worked for me.

 

[Mike]

Re: 6.5 Creedmoor Brake

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: theogre</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Mike</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ddavis</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I see no reason for a brake. Try shooting your rifle first and then decide. Recoil is very mild. </div></div>

Any rifle, regardless of the caliber, can benefit from a brake. There are many reasons for having a brake for a competitive tactical rifle. It's not about being "man" enough to be able to handle the recoil, it's about being smart and taking advantage of the equipment available for you. </div></div>

Mike sorry to put you on the spot but does any particular model stand out to you? I really started looking at the JP brakes.
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I think it's six of one, half a dozen of the other. I am a fan of the JP brakes as I think they work well. I've also had an APA little bastard brake. Works very well although in all honesty it's a bitch to clean due to the port angles. Badger Thruster works well too.

Bottom line, IMO, most brakes will get the job done well. I would stay away from a brake that vents in a 360* pattern but other than that, you really can't go wrong.

 

[Mike]

Re: 6.5 Creedmoor Brake

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ddavis</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
You took my post out of context. I stated on MY rifle I see no reason for a brake. I've had them and they work great. I use one on my AR that I shoot carbine matches with, and it's a 223. Depending on what you are doing with the rifle, the increased blast may outweigh the reduced recoil, and I would shoot the rifle first before I decided to use one.
-Dan</div></div>

I didn't take your post out of context. By stating you didn't need a brake on YOUR rifle, you implied that there is a criterion a rifle should have, aka the weight, before a brake is considered. I don't think there is any situation other than F-class where a brake is not beneficial. And I'm not sure how the increased blast would outweigh the reduced recoil? Sure, I recognize your opinion but disagree. YMMV

 

[427Cobra]

Re: 6.5 Creedmoor Brake

I use and recommend Tubb T2K brakes.