FaxonNathan Posted June 12, 2017 Report Share Posted June 12, 2017 A pleasure to now be a formal sponsor of .308AR.com! We've started this tradition of Ask Us Anything threads where we answer pretty much any question. We reserve the right to now answer questions on proprietary techniques, etc, but otherwise, its open season. Look forward to the questions and answers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robocop1051 Posted June 12, 2017 Report Share Posted June 12, 2017 What are the chances of ever seeing a 14.5" 7.62x39 gunner barrel? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted June 12, 2017 Report Share Posted June 12, 2017 ^^^ This guy and the damn AK ammo... Officially Welcome aboard, Nathan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt.Cross Posted June 12, 2017 Report Share Posted June 12, 2017 Nathan, any chance we can get you out to the Fall Shoot? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robocop1051 Posted June 13, 2017 Report Share Posted June 13, 2017 And... how's the banner look? I'll still accept a new one if you have one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtallen83 Posted June 13, 2017 Report Share Posted June 13, 2017 Nathan, what Parameters are used to establish your gas port sizes in 300 BO barrels? With such a wide spread in pressure between sub-sonic and supersonic ammo it would seem you have to pick one type to match the barrel to? I built a pistol with a 10.5 inch faxon barrel and had to open the port up to get it to function with subs and no suppressor, no big deal because I used an adjustable block so when I want run suppressed or supers I can adjust down. Have you ever thought of offering 300 BO barrels with ports for specific loads? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mineralman55 Posted June 13, 2017 Report Share Posted June 13, 2017 20 hours ago, FaxonNathan said: We've started this tradition of Ask Us Anything threads where we answer pretty much any question. What is the airspeed velocity of an unladen swallow? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted June 13, 2017 Report Share Posted June 13, 2017 ^^^ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaxonNathan Posted June 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 14, 2017 On 6/12/2017 at 10:58 AM, Robocop1051 said: What are the chances of ever seeing a 14.5" 7.62x39 gunner barrel? Not likely from us in the short-term. 7.62x39 is just not a huge mover so we keep the SKU offerings relatively small. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaxonNathan Posted June 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 14, 2017 On 6/12/2017 at 7:18 PM, Matt.Cross said: Nathan, any chance we can get you out to the Fall Shoot? What fall shoot? Details, please! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaxonNathan Posted June 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 14, 2017 On 6/13/2017 at 7:26 AM, mineralman55 said: What is the airspeed velocity of an unladen swallow? What do you mean, an African or European Swallow? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaxonNathan Posted June 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 14, 2017 On 6/12/2017 at 10:23 PM, Robocop1051 said: And... how's the banner look? I'll still accept a new one if you have one. We'll get you an updated one here shortly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mineralman55 Posted June 14, 2017 Report Share Posted June 14, 2017 Just now, FaxonNathan said: What do you mean, an African or European Swallow? You fit in here just fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaxonNathan Posted June 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 14, 2017 On 6/13/2017 at 5:26 AM, jtallen83 said: Nathan, what Parameters are used to establish your gas port sizes in 300 BO barrels? With such a wide spread in pressure between sub-sonic and supersonic ammo it would seem you have to pick one type to match the barrel to? I built a pistol with a 10.5 inch faxon barrel and had to open the port up to get it to function with subs and no suppressor, no big deal because I used an adjustable block so when I want run suppressed or supers I can adjust down. Have you ever thought of offering 300 BO barrels with ports for specific loads? We test functionality to subsonic rounds as we have to given the caliber's wide operating ratio. We generally follow this procedure: http://faxonfirearms.com/blog/frequently-asked-questions-buffer-weight/ On the 300 BLK, we run tightly to this testing parameter as opening it further leads to complaints of "overgassing". My assumption is that your weapon was just below that functional threshold due to gas seal, buffer, or other minor variation. If you ever have any issues, contact our Customer Service. We'll make it right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted June 14, 2017 Report Share Posted June 14, 2017 40 minutes ago, FaxonNathan said: What fall shoot? Details, please! I will certainly get you the details on this. We Arizonans throw down some spectacular annual shoots, which have recently turned into twice-a-year shoots because of Matt Cross... The Fall Shoot this year will be the best one yet. Early November. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unforgiven Posted June 14, 2017 Report Share Posted June 14, 2017 Welcome brother Nathan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aries144 Posted August 7, 2017 Report Share Posted August 7, 2017 Any chance for 6.5 creedmoor pencil barrels? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boot_Scraper Posted September 14, 2017 Report Share Posted September 14, 2017 (edited) Why is the gas port further from the breech on the pencil profile 308 16 middy"? Will it work with a standard mid length tube? If it's a trade secret, please disregard. Edited September 14, 2017 by Boot_Scraper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
survivalshop Posted September 14, 2017 Report Share Posted September 14, 2017 2 hours ago, Boot_Scraper said: Why is the gas port further from the breech on the pencil profile 308 16 middy"? Will it work with a standard mid length tube? If it's a trade secret, please disregard. I heard Nathan no longer works for Faxon , so there may be someone to take his place , hopefully soon . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robocop1051 Posted September 15, 2017 Report Share Posted September 15, 2017 9 hours ago, Boot_Scraper said: Why is the gas port further from the breech on the pencil profile 308 16 middy"? Will it work with a standard mid length tube? If it's a trade secret, please disregard. Further? In comparison to what? Is it not the same distance as other mids? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted September 15, 2017 Report Share Posted September 15, 2017 It's "midlength." This isn't new to us. With "midlength," we're dealing with TWO things here. AR-15 midlength gastubes, and Armalite AR-10 Carbine gastubes. And, the "in-between" that some companies are now doing, where both gas tubes work. THREE gas port positions for a "midlength" gas system. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boot_Scraper Posted September 15, 2017 Report Share Posted September 15, 2017 (edited) 6 hours ago, Robocop1051 said: Further? In comparison to what? Is it not the same distance as other mids? Compared to the factory PSA barrel, the location of the gas port and GB shoulder on the Faxon is about 1/4" longer. The gas tube still engages the gas key by roughly 1/2" so I should be fine, but I was curious. Edited September 15, 2017 by Boot_Scraper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
survivalshop Posted September 15, 2017 Report Share Posted September 15, 2017 10 hours ago, Boot_Scraper said: Compared to the factory PSA barrel, the location of the gas port and GB shoulder on the Faxon is about 1/4" longer. The gas tube still engages the gas key by roughly 1/2" so I should be fine, but I was curious. I think I remember Nathan talking about that somewhere , I'll have to look around on where I read it or it was in one of the Videos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boot_Scraper Posted September 15, 2017 Report Share Posted September 15, 2017 Found this on Faxon's blog. The 18" mid is a touch shorter than the 16" mid. Dunno if it means anything but I'll be testing it out next week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetdoc Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 A shout out to Faxon and their great customer support and services. I purchased a 300blk barrel last Aug. After much troubleshooting on my own, I decided to reach out to you. I could not get the pistol to run. it would constantly short stroke, ammo type, buffer, and spring didn't make any difference. You can imagine how frustrating this can be. I reached out to you via your contact page. Mark responded and was a great help, together we determined that the gas port hole was too small measuring .07 when your revised gas port is to be .104. Well, I sent my barrel back per Mark's instructions. Mark responded to me this afternoon the gas port has been reamed to .104 and on its way back. I just wanted to say thanks to Mark and the entire Faxon team. Job well done! Jetdoc Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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