To Surefire or not Surefire?

[verrocchio100]

While chalking up a new build, I've come to a crossroad.

Contemplating whether or not to have Surefire muzzlebrake/adapter install on a 308WIN.

I don't see owning a Surefire can anytime soon in CA being a civilian and all.

The plus(es) I see are the option of installing a can when I leave the state. The other is to stay on target a bit quicker for follow up shot.

The negative(s) I see are added noise/blast and adding to overall rifle length.

So whatcha fellas think?

 

[Indypendent]

Re: To Surefire or not Surefire?

Do it. Well worth the money.

 

[sr15match]

Re: To Surefire or not Surefire?

Ran one on my wifes SPS-T 308win and it worked good. Not a lot of extra or noticable blast or sound directed backwards. Over-all a good brake.

Another one to consider is the basic Ops Inc offering if you don't plan on running a can but want something simple and effective. It's just not as taci-cool as the Surefire.

 

[Just Jim]

Re: To Surefire or not Surefire?

Do it! GAP just cut the barrel on my 5R Remington to 20" and fit/furnished the Surefire break. I did for my wife's use, but I really like it. It is loud, but very pleasant to shoot.
I wish Surefire could be convinced to offer a short "bloop tube"
which mounted like the Surefire suppressor. The break would still function, but the sound pressure would be pushed down range.
Cheers... Jim

 

[RMPSTRAT]

Re: To Surefire or not Surefire?

Will, if I know you were interested I would have shown you a couple when you were in today. Remind when you come back

 

[verrocchio100]

Re: To Surefire or not Surefire?

You betcha Ray!

 

[meestermurphy]

Re: To Surefire or not Surefire?

Running a Surefire brake on my TRG 42 .338LM, the thing is amazing. Kicks less than my 26" Remington 700 in .308. It is rather loud though, probably get a can for it next year.


EZ

 

[hdbiker1]

Re: To Surefire or not Surefire?

I ran an Ops Inc brake on my AAC-SD and had problems with groups until I removed it. I have an LTR in .223 that came with the Surefire brake. Can't say it reduced recoil, after all it is a .223, at least it doesn't seem to affect its groups.

 

[jcwarrior87]

Re: To Surefire or not Surefire?

I have one on a FN spr 20" 308 I have it for the can. If i was not going to run the Surefire can, I would get a different break There is IMO much better breaks out there that you would be more happy with. That said if you do plan on using a Surefire can then do it. I LOVE my Surefire, I don't shoot it any more with out it on.

 

[TexIndian]

Re: To Surefire or not Surefire?

I've had a different type of brake on my 7 mag for years. It does reduce the felt recoil, but it also makes the noise for the shooter considerably worse. That's the only hunting gun I have that has a pair of earplugs permanently hanging from the sling swivel when I'm in the field, and that extra noise is why.

 

[Northland]

Re: To Surefire or not Surefire?

Love mine! It's louder, but it takes away a good amount of recoil and think you should go for it!

 

[wilshire1412]

Re: To Surefire or not Surefire?

I had a Surefire brake installed on my .308 with the barrel cut to 21" about a year ago. I was amazed at the difference it made in cutting the recoil, I would recommend one without hesitation.

It does make it loud for the shooters next to you though!

 

[Alaskaman11]

Re: To Surefire or not Surefire?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: hdbiker1</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I ran an Ops Inc brake on my AAC-SD and had problems with groups until I removed it. I have an LTR in .223 that came with the Surefire brake. Can't say it reduced recoil, after all it is a .223, at least it doesn't seem to affect its groups. </div></div>

Can you post a pic of that?

 

[KYS]

Re: To Surefire or not Surefire?

Ive got an OPS INC 12th model in 30 cal on my 308 and when shooting without the can I have never had a degrade in accuracy. I would send the rifle back to whoever you had thread it and have them recheck their work.