Also with both red dots and 1-6x scopes (Best AR-15 Optics) I was able to hit 100 yard and 200 yard steel plates while standing. I used my standard testing setup to take as much human element out as possible. »
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I reviewed a previous barrel…their 14.5″ pencilwith a permanently attached muzzle device in my ultimate lightweight build. The standard barrel is tapered and is sometimes referred to as the “skinny” or “pencil” barrel while the larger-OD heavy barrel is not tapered and imitates a piece of blued pipe. Faxon started out in the aerospace manufacturing business so they know their stuff. 145
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It’s what it was designed for. I understand that the just receintly the barrel configuration was changed from an all 'pencil barrel' configiration to a 'half and half' configuration (thicker below the hand guards and thinner out front. 4
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That barrel remains on the rifle, we now pack a pair of gloves and the SHTF rifles have standard heat shielded handguards. My wife and I shot 3 gun back to back with my Faxon pencil barrel 16in. I would nitpick how it’s finicky with ammo…but you really can’t complain at the price. I've built 3 builds based on that exact barrel (2 for sons, 1 for wife), and one on the 10.5" version as well (ULW SBR). 2
I did not see any POI shift as the barrel heated after a dozen rounds or so. I've been very pleased with Faxon's pencil barrels. The barrel tapers from the gas block to the muzzle.
She still nailed the steel plates they had at 75 yards. Its carbon fiber design means that you get better accuracy and durability than you would with a 4150 or 4140 steel barrel, and the match-grade 416R stainless steel barrel lining ensures that precision and accuracy is delivered with every shot.
I soaked up as much information as I could online, at competitions, and from tinkering in my workshop. Very unexpected for such a ULW profile. Out of stock. Sniper’s Hide is a community of Snipers of all kinds, focusing on long range shooting, accuracy, and ballistics. You can’t go wrong with Faxon’s 16″ 5.56 mid-length pencil ($175) that weighs in at just a tad over 19 oz. (Page:
We’ve built dozens of AR’s and we’ll cover all the best AR-15 upgrades such as handguards, triggers, BCGs, gas blocks, and more. Barrel Length: 14 in Additional Features: Mid-Length Barrel Profile: Gunner Out of stock.
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Here we take a quick look at the accuracy I'm seeing with my 16" Faxon pencil barrel. 4), rbhoover
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No failures of any kind in 600 rounds. I had some extra Wolf Gold in another mag so I shot about 14-15 in the first group. A gun that’s carried more than shot (such as for a hunting or scout rig) would benefit from the pencil barrel. So, what is a GUNNER barrel? An awesome barrel for around $165 (after coupon below)…I’d expect it to compete with barrels $100 more. PMC Bronze (.223) fared the best at about 1 MOA while the others were 2-3 MOA…even the Gold Medal. 174
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Just a question to clarify on the issue of pencil barrel accuracy. However, what has impressed me the most has been how little heat shift that occurs with the Faxon from cold barrel to hot barrel, related to PoI shift. SWAT Clone Picture and Discussion Thread. Our favorite guns and gear that we've tested and fully recommend. What first caught my eye about the Faxon Firearms 5.56mm stainless steel pencil barrel was its ridiculously light weight. Spikes Tactical stripped lower.
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Don’t spend an excessive amount of money chasing accuracy. Make sure the fit is good and tight. 1) pencil barrels will overheat a lot faster. The barrel comes with a threaded muzzle, gives a twist ratio of 1:10”, and weighs under two pounds. 204
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We’ve got a dedicated section for the AR-15 here. Out Of Stock – Check Alternative Here. Nikon P-223 4-12×40 BDC 600 10. For a barrel that performs and looks great, choose the Faxon Firearms 5.56 M4 Gunner Rifle Barrel. Not quite as accurate as the slightly heavier Ballistic Advantage pencil offering (anecdotally) comparing directly to two other builds in which I've used the BA middy pencil. 3
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Subscribe to Pew Pew Tactical's sales and deals email. While this has supposedly helped with accuracy there seems to be some issues at times. [Review] Faxon 16" Pencil Barrel: How Light is Too Light? »
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This was probably 240 rounds in a 20 min span. I’ll cover fit/finish, shootability, accuracy, bang-for-the-buck and more in my hands-on review. 4
This matches up with what I found in the 14.5″ pencil review where PMC performed the best and others were OK. Also…it looks like overall the groups for regular plinking ammo for the 16″ pencil were tighter.
Ballistic Advantage 556 Modern Series 16 Pencil barrel is machined from 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium (CMV) steel with a QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) Corrosion Resistant Finish; … When it comes to precision rifle accuracy, ammunition quality can make a significant difference. 4
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I have a Knight’s Armament SR-15 E3 Mod 2 with a similar light contour that’s not a true pencil barrel and it is my favorite of my 4 AR’s.
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A chrome-lined barrel will be accurate to 300 yards or more — army shooters qualify on 300-meter ranges — and if you fire a great number of rounds, your chrome-lined AR-15 barrel will last longer. So I called up the folks at Faxon and asked if their website was accurate or just a typo. Now take a piece of paper and anchor it in front of the barrel and to where it comes in contact with the pencil. 3
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What are the cons of using a lightweight bolt carrier group? offroadr. Rare Breed Triggers FRT - Convince me to not buy one? 2
You do not pay anything extra and your I’m currently testing a bunch of Faxon barrels….
PSA 16″ Mid-length, 5.56 NATO, 1:7, Melonite, Freedom, Keymod Lightweight Upper, model number 7779901. Bravo Company receiver extension and buffer. Though I haven’t run it through any rifle competitions…I feel it would do well with quick transitions and out to 300 yards easy. The pencil barrel I’m reviewing today is the middle one.
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That is more than accurate enough for even most match shooters, much less a new shooter just getting into things. It passed with flying colors for something super light and short (full review) but does cost about $100 more. When they work more effectively, chances are they will be able to deliver more accuracy and much faster shots (velocity). 205
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My previous build with the 14.5 and carbon fiber handguard was a little TOO light and made me feel the recoil…even though I had an adjustable gas-block (Best AR-15 Gas Blocks). 3
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The free float handguard got so hot she had to hold the magwell at the end of her run.
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I met the president of Faxon at the NRA show in Atlanta and was impressed with his sincerity of pleasing is customers. Increased accuracy, maximized barrel life… The bore has been chrome-lined to ensure greater accuracy and a longer barrel life. Advertised as the "pinnacle of performance, weight, balance, and value, " I was as usual skeptical of what the barrel could actually do. 2
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The pencil barrel will heat up more quickly when fired from its lack of mass, but will also cool off more quickly for the same reason. Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to receive firearm news, product discounts from your favorite Industry Partners, and more. 4
Learn all the important stuff about handguns...with none of the attitude. Faxon’s barrels are 4150 Mil-Spec steel or standard 416R stainless. 7. That’s what the NATO Government/Socom Profile Barrel does. (Page:
No defects or unevenness I could find. I solidly recommend the Faxon 16″ 5.56 Pencil barrel for all your lightweight builds where weight,maneuverability, and price trumps extreme precision. 3
Accuracy: 6.5 Grendel is a low-recoil and brutally accurate caliber, especially over long ranges. As the barrel heats, POI changes, and as it overheats, groups may loosen up. »
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It passed with flying colors for something super light and short (full review) but does cost about $100 more.
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With this product, you’ll have access to 10.5, 14.5, 16 and 18-inch options, all of which are meticulously designed to reduce corrosion, wear and tear and other performance issues. (Page:
I also reviewed Faxon’s claim to fame…the Gunner Barrel which combines the M4/Government profile with pencil characteristics. (Page:
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Faxon 16" Pencil Profile AR15 Barrel, 556 NATO w/ Integral Slim 3 Port Brake $259.00 $246.05 Faxon's Integral Rifle Barrels are the perfect choice for any shooter who is looking for the maneuverability of a shorter overall length, but wants the compatibility and versatility that comes with an AR-15 build. I’m going to chalk it up to the slight increase in velocity going from 14.5″ to 16″ barrel. All Rights Reserved. Recoil was also very manageable without an adjustable gas block. There was youtube video posted recently that had a review of the faxon pencil barrel, appears the reviewer was able to get a .75" Group to start, dumped a mag and then reshot a 1.75" Group. Govt profile barrel sufficient for precision shooting? (Page:
Ballistic Advantage 556 Modern Series 16 Pencil Barrel – (.625) $ 170.00 Read more. Compare that with a standard M4 profile barrel that is around 28 oz and you’re talking about serious weight savings. TNVC & Night Goggles Inc. vSHOTT 2021 - Day 4 Tonight 5pm Pacific Time - Enter to win a PVS-14! 6. The wood is soft and will NOT damage the rifling or crown. 121
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Which made for a super light and mild-recoiling upper. By the end…you’ll know if Faxon’s pencil barrel is the right for your build. The thin barrel or ( Pencil Barrel ) as everyone calls it is .560 dia was the standard barrel until mid 2008 ( 580 series rifle ) that's when they changed to the tapered barrel or ( Heavy Barrel ) as ( SOME ) people call it .625 dia .
Ballistic Advantage 556 Modern Series 16 Pencil Barrel (.625) Sub MOA Accuracy Guarantee – See Tab!. And now I hope to answer some of yours!
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One specific characteristic that makes accuracy great is the barrel twist ratio. There’s a surprising amount of engineering that goes into these barrels, and while swapping back and forth is relatively easy, you’ll want something that not only performs well but also is sturdy enou… I installed it with Faxon’s Ultra Low Profile Gas Block in .625″ ($32) and their mid-length gas tube ($14). Anyone ever have a Geissele or mbt break?
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Seriously, though–the barrel of your AR-15 has a huge impact on the accuracy and performance of your rifle, more so than almost any other part. Founded by Frank Galli in 2014, Sniper’s Hide has been offering informational videos, podcasts, and other support to it’s users in one location.
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I may earn a small part of the sale from links to any products or services on this site. And to thank you for reading to the end…Faxon is hooking up readers with a 5% off barrels code: FXPPTBARREL5. You get a 1:8 inch twist rate which is a good choice for shooters who use different bullet weights. 66
... Gunner if you’re hunting for a low profile barrel that offers you the excellent combo of a government barrel and a pencil barrel. Other than that, the barrel is made of quality materials, the finish is impeccable, and accuracy is good too, though anyone buying a pencil barrel should be aware it heats up fast, opening groupings up a bit once hot. 4
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With the Battle of Wanat and experiments demonstrating the structural failure of lightweight barrels under extreme heat loads still fresh in the minds of many, the likelihood that the next infantry rifle will have a super-thin pencil profile barrel is probably fairly thin. As a final comparison of how thin this barrel really is…here it is against the Ballistic Advantage Hanson barrel (full review) and a stock profile PSA upper (full review). purchase helps support my work in bringing you more awesome gun and gear articles. »
gun show reloads repeatedly using my rolled up jacket over an ammo can, with a 4 power scope at 100 yards. The Wolf Gold for the 14.5″ were off the target. 3
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