[LouAvul]

show me where he stated either rifle will have a compensator or brake on it. Last I saw, CMP M1 is stock unadorned bare muzzle. M1A comes with basic mil spec flash "hider".

Correct. I used to have a 30-06 field gun with a muzzle brake. Unbelievable how loud it was. I'd have guys from other shooting lanes come over just to make sure I wasn't shooting a 50 BMG, or some such.

[doorgunner69]

Had a 16" .308 with Miculek brake. Got rid of it and went to a bare 18.5" barrel and am much happier. At least with a .308 I just do not see the need for a brake.

Have to laugh at guys with .223/5.56mm agonizing over what bake to use.....

Probably change my mind with a .338 Lapua though.......