Help me choose a brake!

[TexasAggie]

I'm new to muzzle brakes and I freely admit to knowing next to nothing about them other than their ability to reduce recoil. I just bought a Tikka T3 Tactical in .308 and my barrel has come threaded for a muzzle brake. I know Tikka has one specifically designed for the T3, but they're next to impossible to find on the net.

My question for you is this:

If I buy a brake for a .308, will it fit my Tikka? Are brakes a "one size fits all" device, or need I choose a brake specifically for my barrel? I can't find any information regarding the threading, which may have clued me in on looking for something similar. I'm lost, and I'd appreciate any guidance you can give me.

TexasAggie

[gbp]

Brakes are not a one size fits all. Some are threaded some are clamp on. Most need to be installed by a gunsmith due to fitting. Gun barrel diameters differ by brand and contour.
Best to check with several makers and decide which one is right for the type of shooting you do. Do you want a break with just side ports or ports all around. Are you mostly going to shoot from prone position or bench or standing. Ports in the bottom half of the break will kick up dust making it hard for a second quick shot.
Try, Vias, Badger and others to see what they have that will work.

[Rascal]

You need to know what the thread size on your barrel is. Then buy what ever muzzle brake you want that has the thread size for your barrel.

[truthseeker]

I have an Ops Inc on my AR since the upper I bought (chambered in 6.8 SPC) already had threads on the end of the barrel.

I like it!