I like the apa micro bastard. I have the first gen on a 6 pound, 6.5-284 and it works pretty good. I can spot my shots at 500yards. I liked it enough to buy a second break for my next rifle that isn’t built yet. Some of the bucking you’re getting might be stock design and ergonomics as well. I’ve shot a few light rifles that are just a pain to hang on too.