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1. What is difference between Gen 2 & Gen 3? 2. Okay for 308? — 1 Answer

by Jim, from GA, United States Asked on November 6, 2025

Name American Precision Arms Gen 3 Little Bastard Self Timing Muzzle Brake (5)
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Answered by Daniel M, guest, from GA, United States, on November 12, 2025

Great question, the Gen 2 is actually the first ever self timing brake and is still a cult classic to this day, the Gen 3 was an updated version with some notable upgrades like adjustable top ports and an extra recoil port. The reason the Gen 3 may be found at a lower cost is because it is a discontinued product as it has been replaced by the new Gen 4 which is more efficient, softer sounding and has extremely efficient top ports making it very easy to dial in a flat recoil impulse. The Gen 1 is gunsmith model that requires timing and blending, the Gen 2 is still a great option and is self timing and a beast on recoil reduction, the Gen 3 was a first revision of the 2 and the Gen 4 is king.

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