AlexTheGreatest Posted September 29, 2015 Report Posted September 29, 2015 Hey guys,This is my first post here. I just recently join d because I've been building my First AR.Specs.CMT Upper and lower billetRifle buffer tube assemblyMagpulPRSPrimary Arms TiN BCGFortis Switch 15" keymod rail and Fortis .750 low profile gas block I'm stuck on what barrel I should get. I've been looking at Faxon's Medium 20" Barrel, but I can't find many reviews on them. Has anyone had experience with them? What sone barrels I should look at? Preferably o e that uses a rifle length gas system and .750 gas block seat. Thank you so much. Happy shooting.
Malig8r Posted September 29, 2015 Report Posted September 29, 2015 Welcome to the forum Alex. Faxon firearms has a great reputation for the barrels they produce. While I have not used the barrel you described, I believe that you will be more than happy with their craftsmanship.Faxon maintains a presence here as well as other websites which speaks to their level of commitment in the products they sell. My next barrel purchase will be from Faxon Firearms.Best of luck on your build and please don't hesitate to ask if you have other questions, although a quick search of the forum will provide a lot of answers too.
AlexTheGreatest Posted September 29, 2015 Author Report Posted September 29, 2015 Welcome to the forum Alex. Faxon firearms has a great reputation for the barrels they produce. While I have not used the barrel you described, I believe that you will be more than happy with their craftsmanship.Faxon maintains a presence here as well as other websites which speaks to their level of commitment in the products they sell. My next barrel purchase will be from Faxon Firearms.Best of luck on your build and please don't hesitate to ask if you have other questions, although a quick search of the forum will provide a lot of answers too. Yeah I've been hearing a lot of good things and they're very affordable. Thank you for that input.
washguy Posted September 29, 2015 Report Posted September 29, 2015 Hi Alex Welcome to the forum ! If it were me I would use a mid length gas system. I have several 308's using this length,and never a problem on the build.Faxon has great customer service although I havnt used their barrels yet,but Im sure they are nice shooters. Rainier arms has several to choose from.Why do you want a 20" barrel...whatcha gonna be using your rifle for? Wash
AlexTheGreatest Posted September 29, 2015 Author Report Posted September 29, 2015 I rifle length is more my style. I started with the idea of 18" but in the end I went with 20" for personal preference and looks. I believe it's because most of my current bolt action rifles use 22 and 24 but that seemed to long on an ar. I'm going to be using it to shoot up to 600m as I do with my other rifles.
blue109 Posted September 29, 2015 Report Posted September 29, 2015 Criterion is a forum sponsor and has a 16" rifle gas barrel in the works. I plan on ordering soon as they give the green light. I've never heard a single complaint about faxon and they are always here answering questions. No doubt I'll build something with them eventually.
washguy Posted September 29, 2015 Report Posted September 29, 2015 I rifle length is more my style. I started with the idea of 18" but in the end I went with 20" for personal preference and looks. I believe it's because most of my current bolt action rifles use 22 and 24 but that seemed to long on an ar. I'm going to be using it to shoot up to 600m as I do with my other rifles.Alex you say a rifle length is more your style.... you sure you arnt getting the gas system mixed up with barrel length?
survivalshop Posted September 29, 2015 Report Posted September 29, 2015 (edited) This is an 18" Criterion bbl. with rifle gas system & a 12" Hand Guard . Edited September 29, 2015 by survivalshop
AlexTheGreatest Posted September 29, 2015 Author Report Posted September 29, 2015 Alex you say a rifle length is more your style.... you sure you arnt getting the gas system mixed up with barrel length?I'm going off of this
AlexTheGreatest Posted September 29, 2015 Author Report Posted September 29, 2015 Sorry guys, I'm at work so it takes a while to reply.
AlexTheGreatest Posted September 29, 2015 Author Report Posted September 29, 2015 This is an 18" Criterion bbl. with rifle gas system & a 12" Hand Guard . That looks awesome!
EngrBob Posted September 29, 2015 Report Posted September 29, 2015 Welcome to the forum from the border. I have a Faxon 18" barrel on my 308AR and it is very accurate and one of the lightest 18" barrels on the market. I wouldn't think you would need 20" if you are only going out 600 yards. A 16" or 18" would be more than adequate.
AlexTheGreatest Posted September 29, 2015 Author Report Posted September 29, 2015 Welcome to the forum from the border. I have a Faxon 18" barrel on my 308AR and it is very accurate and one of the lightest 18" barrels on the market. I wouldn't think you would need 20" if you are only going out 600 yards. A 16" or 18" would be more than adequate.well that's just starting I want to move out further and further.
washguy Posted September 29, 2015 Report Posted September 29, 2015 Oh wow Faxon gave out their gas port size on the box for a rifle length port .081... internet guy at excaliber you can chime in here about super secret stuffbeing given to the public Wash
blue109 Posted September 29, 2015 Report Posted September 29, 2015 Just not going to live that one down lol
washguy Posted September 29, 2015 Report Posted September 29, 2015 (edited) This is not directed to you Alex in any way...but its funny... and we havnt seen it in a while lol Wash Edited September 29, 2015 by washguy
D.R.D. Posted September 29, 2015 Report Posted September 29, 2015 First time I've seen that. I'm only typing this after heaving and loosing my breath from laughing so hard.
ChaseFan9 Posted September 30, 2015 Report Posted September 30, 2015 Criterion is a forum sponsor and has a 16" rifle gas barrel in the works. I plan on ordering soon as they give the green light. I've never heard a single complaint about faxon and they are always here answering questions. No doubt I'll build something with them eventually.They ARE ready, Blue, you just gotta call Criterion. I got mine last week, just haven't had the time for pictures & such....
AlexTheGreatest Posted September 30, 2015 Author Report Posted September 30, 2015 Alright guys I've ordered my Faxon 20" Barrel. They staff was really nice. Thank you all.
survivalshop Posted September 30, 2015 Report Posted September 30, 2015 They ARE ready, Blue, you just gotta call Criterion. I got mine last week, just haven't had the time for pictures & such....What ,you've had it a week & you haven't posted photo's yet ? ? We will be waiting for Barrel reviews on your 20" Alex.
AlexTheGreatest Posted September 30, 2015 Author Report Posted September 30, 2015 I definitely will. Stick around. It should be here in two or 3 days
washguy Posted September 30, 2015 Report Posted September 30, 2015 I definitely will. Stick around. It should be here in two or 3 daysALLRIGHT lets get her built ...you made a good choice Wash
warthog984 Posted September 30, 2015 Report Posted September 30, 2015 I want to hear how it performs. I have been waiting for Faxon to have their 16", MEDIUM TAPERED, .308 WIN, MID-LENGTH, 416-R STAINLESS QPQ available.
AlexTheGreatest Posted September 30, 2015 Author Report Posted September 30, 2015 I want to hear how it performs. I have been waiting for Faxon to have their 16", MEDIUM TAPERED, .308 WIN, MID-LENGTH, 416-R STAINLESS QPQ available.of course. I'll let you know.
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