compensators or brakes

[geaser]

I accidently posted in holsters ect. the first time I used this Anyway I just purchased a savage fcp sr. do I need a compensator or muzzle brake for a 308? I would like some feedback. Thanks.

I haven't shot it as yet just thinking ahead

[NapalmCheese]

No.

[vintagearms]

Ross schuler brake. One of the better ones. Another is jpcustoms.

[Gio]

No.

What he said.

[Fjold]

A 308 needs a brake like a turtle needs an afterburner.

[vintagearms]

I'll just leave this here and let you decide:

http://forum.snipershide.com/snipers-hide-bolt-action-rifles/157708-tactical-shooters-equipment-what-pros-use.html

[JMP]

I haven't shot it as yet just thinking ahead

Shoot it and decide. .308 is a middle of the road caliber that can go either way. You don't NEED a brake, but some prefer a brake depending on the shooter/gun/etc.

[saki302]

I had Randy at R&D Precision put a VAIS brake on mine, and make me a thread protector for when I want to take it off.

The VAIS has no ill effects on accuracy, and the concussion so mild (compared to most brakes) that I have never found the need to remove mine.

It does make it a bit more pleasant to shoot- cuts the recoil to a light .243

-Dave

[geaser]

Thanks for the input , at this point probably won't get one.

[twolane]

I'll just leave this here and let you decide:

http://forum.snipershide.com/snipers...-pros-use.html

That's an awesome link! Thanks! It's quite the eye opener.

Has anyone made a more recent one?

[CK_32]

No.

Lol^^


OP honestly invest in ammo and quality gear. I have a JP coolie brake on my LR308 and it may help a bit, but for the muzzle blast it puts out I would not get another for my other rifles unless I was stuck with a threaded muzzle like I was on my LR308..


Before I shot it I wanted one for all my rifles.. After I shot it and being next to my own rifle when someone else shot it, I wouldn't recommend it if you dont have a threaded muzzle.

You or anyone next to you at the line will be able to shoot while you shoot. I know this from being the shooter next to someone and the guys next to me, but I made sure to take a break between mags to let them enjoy their range time as well.

Some guys seem to enjoy the blast in their face, many don't enjoy it at all.

[Whiterabbit]

just like some enjoy lots of recoil, and some like to cook off 30 rounds as fast as they can without regard to target connection.

You can put me in the camp of not enjoying blast.

[ar15barrels]

Thanks for the input , at this point probably won't get one.

Most people think muzzle brakes are just for reducing recoil.
The primary advantage of a muzzle brake on a target rifle is to reduce the muzzle jump so you can spot your own impacts.
Reducing recoil is also helpful, but not as much of an issue with a heavy target rifle as it is with a lighter weight gun.

Being able to see your own impacts is VERY helpful.

[mrc44]

Most people think muzzle brakes are just for reducing recoil.
The primary advantage of a muzzle brake on a target rifle is to reduce the muzzle jump so you can spot your own impacts.
Reducing recoil is also helpful, but not as much of an issue with a heavy target rifle as it is with a lighter weight gun.

Being able to see your own impacts is VERY helpful.

This is what sold me on putting the KDF muzzle break on my remington sps. Not going to lie this is my first bolt action so I have no way to compare, but I do like seeing most of my rounds hit.

[CK_32]

This is what sold me on putting the KDF muzzle break on my remington sps. Not going to lie this is my first bolt action so I have no way to compare, but I do like seeing most of my rounds hit.

I have a 700 SPS tactical and at 500 yards with my standard muzzle I can usually see the bullets impact or miss when I do desert trips. As long as you don't flinch you should be able to track fairly decent. I'm sure the brake does help some in that aspect tho but just don't think you'll be blinded from muzzle flash and rise with out it.