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Badger Ordnance 306-38: .22Cal & Up Muzzle Brake 3/4-28
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SKU: 306-38
Overview
Designed for .22 caliber and up rifles, this clamp-on muzzle brake is intended for shooters who want a removable setup that can be taken off for cleaning or for suppressor installation. Its side-port design helps direct blast away from the ground, which can be useful on the bench or in the field when keeping the shooting position clear matters. Installation requires a competent gunsmith, and the brake is specified for 3/4-28 threading with a .875" minimum barrel diameter.
Why Hunters Choose the Badger Ordnance
Clamp-on Style
Allows easy removal for cleaning
Side Ports
Are designed to reduce ground
Compatible .22
.22 caliber and up
Uses 3/4-28
Threading for fitment
Requires Minimum
.875-inch barrel diameter
Key Features
- Clamp-on-style muzzle brake for .22 caliber and up.
- Easily removed for cleaning or suppressor installation.
- Side ports are designed to reduce ground blast.
- Requires fitting by a competent gunsmith.
- 3/4-28 thread with .875" minimum barrel diameter.
- Measures 3 inches long and weighs 6.8 ounces.
Best Used For
- Hunters needing a clamp-on brake that can be removed for cleaning or suppressor installation
- Shooters with .22 caliber and up rifles using a 3/4-28 threaded barrel
- Users working with a competent gunsmith for proper fit on a barrel with .875-inch minimum diameter
- Those wanting side-ported muzzle blast reduction for range or field setups
Specifications
| Caliber | .22 and up |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 1.375 in |
| Gunsmith Fit Required | Yes |
| Length | 3 in |
| Material | 4140 Steel |
| Minimum Barrel Diameter | .875 in |
| Mounting Style | Clamp-on-style |
| Port Direction | Sides |
| Product Type | Muzzle Brake |
| Removable For Cleaning | Yes |
| Suppressor Compatible Removal | Yes |
| Thread Pitch | 3/4-28 |
| Weight | 6.8 oz |
Pros
- Clamp-on style allows easy removal for cleaning or suppressor installation.
- Side ports are designed to reduce ground blast.
- Compatible with .22 caliber and up.
- Uses 3/4-28 threading for fitment.
- Requires a minimum .875-inch barrel diameter.
- Made from 4140 steel.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Clamp-on installation is not a simple drop-in fit; it must be fitted by a competent gunsmith.
- Requires a .875" minimum barrel diameter, so it will not suit barrels below that specification.
- The 3/4-28 thread pattern limits compatibility to barrels with the matching thread setup.
- Side-directed ports are intended to reduce ground blast, but they also mean gas is vented laterally rather than forward.
Suggested Comparisons
- Threaded muzzle brakes
- Suppressor-compatible muzzle devices
- Rifle barrel accessories
- Gunsmith-installed rifle components
Suggested Accessories
- Suppressor mounting accessories
- Gunsmithing tools
- Rifle cleaning supplies
- Thread protection accessories
Frequently Asked Questions
What calibers is the Badger Ordnance 306-38 muzzle brake intended for?
The product is listed for .22 caliber and up.
What calibers is the Badger Ordnance 306-38 muzzle brake intended for?
The product is listed for .22 caliber and up.
Is this a permanent muzzle brake installation?
It is described as a clamp-on-style brake, and it can be removed for cleaning or for installation of a suppressor.
Is this a permanent muzzle brake installation?
It is described as a clamp-on-style brake, and it can be removed for cleaning or for installation of a suppressor.
What thread pattern does this brake use?
The listed thread pattern is 3/4-28.
What thread pattern does this brake use?
The listed thread pattern is 3/4-28.
What barrel size is required for installation?
The product specifies a .875" minimum barrel diameter, and it must be fit by a competent gunsmith.
What barrel size is required for installation?
The product specifies a .875" minimum barrel diameter, and it must be fit by a competent gunsmith.
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