Faxon 16" Pencil Profile AR15 Barrel, 556 NATO, Pinned Gas Block - $184.95

Description

The Faxon Firearms 16" Pencil Profile AR-15 Barrel in 5.56 NATO is designed for shooters who demand lightweight performance without compromising reliability. This barrel features a pre-pinned gas block for a more robust mounting method, giving you the peace of mind that your gas block will remain securely in place even under heavy use. By combining set screws with a pinned gas block, Faxon eliminates the common headache of gas block shifts or loosening during firing. As part of Faxon’s commitment to quality, each barrel is stress relieved, air-gauge tested, and finished with an 11-degree target crown to deliver superior accuracy.

Key Features:

Pinned Gas Block Included: Comes pre-notched and drilled, with a low-profile gas block already pinned and ready to install, ensuring reliable and secure gas system operation.
4150 CMV Steel Construction: Made from certified 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel, offering superior durability and heat resistance for extended barrel life.
Button Rifled for Accuracy: Precision button rifled to ensure consistent, reliable accuracy for a variety of shooting applications.
Nitride Finish: Both inside and out, the barrel is treated with a QPQ Nitride finish, enhancing corrosion resistance, durability, and smooth operation.
Pencil Profile: The lightweight pencil profile keeps your build sleek and easy to handle, without sacrificing performance.
Mid-Length Gas System: The mid-length gas system provides smoother cycling, reducing felt recoil and improving overall rifle handling.
Magnetic Particle Inspected (MPI): Each barrel is MPI tested to ensure there are no internal flaws, guaranteeing reliability and performance.
11-Degree Target Crown: A precision-machined 11-degree target crown helps improve accuracy by minimizing muzzle disturbance when the bullet leaves the barrel.

Specifications:

Material: 4150 CMV Steel
Caliber: 5.56 NATO
Twist Rate: 1:8
Barrel Length: 16"
Profile: Pencil
Gas System Length: Mid-Length
Inside Finish: QPQ Nitride
Outside Finish: QPQ Nitride
Muzzle Thread: 1/2-28
Gas Block Diameter: .625"
Gas Block Journal Length: 1.1"
Barrel Extension: M4
Weight: 1.20 lbs
Inspection: Magnetic Particle Inspected (MPI)
Crown: 11-degree Target Crown