Quote Originally Posted by mikgarus View Post
Are there any brakes that direct the sound forward instead of to the side AND are still effective on cutting down recoil?
Yes, there are several but here's just one type but designs are similar -- https://troyind.com/products/claymore-muzzle-brake-762 . IMHO, not as effective as the ones with side ports.

I have the Benchmark tactical brake mini (http://www.benchmark-barrels.com/Ben...le_Brakes.html) being installed on my .300 WSM and should be ready by mid of January.