All of my match rifles do. It's not that I can't handle the massive recoil of the .260, it's just that I like as little recoil as I can have so I have the best chance at spotting my own shots and for recoil to move things around as little as possible when I'm shooting from awkward positions.
I've been trying to decide on a build being put together now. 7MM RM
I'm leaning towards at least having the barrel threaded for one. That way the option is there if I wanted to.
I voted yes because I have a Badger for my 308. Now that said, it hasn't been installed since late last year. I don't shoot tactical comps. I shoot F-TR with mine and since I can't use it in competition I don't use it in practice either.
300 Win. Mag. definately has a brake. The 260 Rem., in the works now, has the option with a thread cap or a brake. Don't know if the 260 needs one but I'm having the gunsmith thread the barrel and time a Elite Iron brake to fit.
I do not. I plan to in the future but I'm not sure when that will be. I'm such a noob behind the rifle. I'd like to get situated with it without then put one on.
I voted no, for my bolt action .308.
I would consider a muzzle brake for a 300WM or larger for the recoil reduction and ease of spotting shots.
Overall I think muzzle brakes are counterproductive tactically. They increase noise, flash, and blast signature.
Flash hiders are where it's at. I'm surprised that more guys don't have flash hiders on their suppressor adaptors.
I only have a 308 but had a JP brake on mine and just hated the concussion of it. The range I shoot at is covered by aluminum and im sure that doesnt help much.
Needless to say i gave it to a friend and I enjoy shooting without it.
Now if and when I get a 338LM you bet your ass Ill have one but for now I voted NO.