Thanks for the comments. I have not shot the gun with the brake so I don't have anything to add there. Recoil has not been much of an issue to me and I am usually pretty sensitive to it. I have a 300 WSM that is uncomfortable on the bench but this gun with 168 gr bullets seems mild to me. You know it goes off but it is not uncomfortable. I would like to know if the POI changes but haven't tried it yet.
It is very light and a dream to carry. I hunted with it a few times and noticed that you have to pay a little more attention to your technique. Being fast on the trigger is a bigger issue than with a heavier gun.
I haven't tried RL 17 yet.
I hope to get those Barnes 168 LRXs to shoot. I shot a few with okay results. It is an awesome looking bullet with good downrange energy. I started off a little hot I think and with very few loads. If you find a recipe yours likes please share it.
