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This is very specific to your personal recoil tolerance; if your struggling to shoot it effectively then I'd say you should look into it. They do an excellent job of taking the recoil down though (have friend that shoots .300 RUM with a brake, but causes ear splitting noises)I personally am 6'6" so I feel no need for a brake but it depends on your situation!
I don't like brakes on hunting rifles. If you plan to shoot it a lot from the bench it may make sense, but if you just practice from field conditions (which is what I prefer to do with hunting guns) it won't be necessary. Just use a sand back or strap on recoil pad when shooting from the bench.I've run rifles up to the 458 Lott and 416 Rigby and never felt a brake was necessary if you have the proper technique. Size has very little to do with it. I'm only 5' 7" and 140#. The wrong technique will guarantee a painful experience no matter what caliber you shoot. Andrew
Not to argue but, I promise you if you shot my 300 Rum 4 times in a row without a brake , your shoulder would be badly bruised! No matter technique you use! Millions of people have Brakes installed, its not a macho thing on how much a guy can take! Its about being comfortable shooting a rifle! Kinda like a pad on a wooden chair. It just makes it better..