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Hey all, hoping you guys can tell me what my personal preference is.. I'm feeling torn between the 16" pencil and the 18" gunner. Is it abuse to work through 4 or 5 mags on a <5minute drill with the 16" pencil? Normally we are to poor to train like that but it does happen. Thanks :) can't wait to turn all my money into noise, with faxons help :) View Quote I'd go 16" GUNNER. It is essentially goverment profile from the chamber to the gas block then pencil from the gas block to the muzzle. Not much heavier than their pencil barrel but with a little extra meat where it counts. The GUNNER is by far the best handling barrel I own. |
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I am looking for some info on these 11.5 Gunner barrels. I was set on getting a 10.5" for my first build and first SBR but came across the Gunner 11.5 and wanted to see if my parts list will all work well.
Spikes Billet upper and lower BCM enhanced LPK Vltor A5 6positon buffer tube Vltor buffer and spring set Sionics NP3 coated BCG That last part to my puzzle is the barrel. Would it be good to run the 11.5 Gunner with the SLR 6 adj gas block on this setup? I was looking at rails from SLR as well the Solo light and Solo ultra light and id like the gas block tucked and I will run a silencerco hybrid with the ASR quick mount system. What would fit better the Solo lite 10.75" or will the 11" (they say 10.93"?) work? If I do the solo ultra lite my options are only 10" and 11" (again they say 10.93"). Id rather the ultra lite I think but I want the can to be as close to the rail as possible and still be able to shoot without the can. Thanks in advance!! |
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As much as I would love to read every single 49 pages looking for this info...... but has anyone used 77gr with these barrels yet?
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As much as I would love to read every single 49 pages looking for this info...... but has anyone used 77gr with these barrels yet? View Quote My 18" GUNNER has been slightly sub MOA with both of my standard long range match hand loads of 77gr SMK's. Haven't really drilled down into serious accuracy testing yet, but so far I've been extremely pleased and surprised. |
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Wondering about this item "coming soon" to joebobs. They call it a 11.5 Gunner Light, but it is fatter (.750 GBD) and heavier (1.5lbs) than the 11.5 Big Gunner? Are these stats correct?
http://www.joeboboutfitters.com/Faxon_Firearms_11_5_Gunner_Light_5_56_Carbine_Len_p/fax-15a58c11nlq.htm |
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Wondering about this item "coming soon" to joebobs. They call it a 11.5 Gunner Light, but it is fatter (.750 GBD) and heavier (1.5lbs) than the 11.5 Big Gunner? Are these stats correct? http://www.joeboboutfitters.com/Faxon_Firearms_11_5_Gunner_Light_5_56_Carbine_Len_p/fax-15a58c11nlq.htm View Quote Those are the "standard" 11.5 GUNNER barrels. |
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Finished a build with an 18" gunner, and 5 minutes ago ordered a 16" gunner from AIM for a future build. Excellent barrels! |
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Wondering about this item "coming soon" to joebobs. They call it a 11.5 Gunner Light, but it is fatter (.750 GBD) and heavier (1.5lbs) than the 11.5 Big Gunner? Are these stats correct? http://www.joeboboutfitters.com/Faxon_Firearms_11_5_Gunner_Light_5_56_Carbine_Len_p/fax-15a58c11nlq.htm Those are the "standard" 11.5 GUNNER barrels. Thanks for the info. I do not see this model on the Faxon site. Any idea when they'll be in stock? Any plans for a 11.5 Carbine .625? |
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Thanks for the info. I do not see this model on the Faxon site. Any idea when they'll be in stock? Any plans for a 11.5 Carbine .625? View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted:
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Wondering about this item "coming soon" to joebobs. They call it a 11.5 Gunner Light, but it is fatter (.750 GBD) and heavier (1.5lbs) than the 11.5 Big Gunner? Are these stats correct? http://www.joeboboutfitters.com/Faxon_Firearms_11_5_Gunner_Light_5_56_Carbine_Len_p/fax-15a58c11nlq.htm Those are the "standard" 11.5 GUNNER barrels. Thanks for the info. I do not see this model on the Faxon site. Any idea when they'll be in stock? Any plans for a 11.5 Carbine .625? Always many more in production. When we are out of stock, its never more than a few weeks. |
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So I'm assuming it's fairly easy to drive out the pin in the gas block to install the barrel nut and such?
Driving out the pins on some barrels is a PITA. Do Faxon's pins come out fairly easily and go back in just as solid? |
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So I'm assuming it's fairly easy to drive out the pin in the gas block to install the barrel nut and such? Driving out the pins on some barrels is a PITA. Do Faxon's pins come out fairly easily and go back in just as solid? View Quote Mine did. Get a heavy hammer and make that first hit count. If you deform the end with a few hesitant love-taps, life is much harder. Once the pin moves, it's "fairly" easy. Mine went back rock solid. |
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So I'm assuming it's fairly easy to drive out the pin in the gas block to install the barrel nut and such? Driving out the pins on some barrels is a PITA. Do Faxon's pins come out fairly easily and go back in just as solid? View Quote Assuming you are speaking on the FSB, yes. For the pinned gas block versions sold by AIM, the gas block is loosely attached, not pinned from the factory (just drilled). Its then easy to drive the pin in after installation of the barrel nut. -Nathan |
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Assuming you are speaking on the FSB, yes. For the pinned gas block versions sold by AIM, the gas block is loosely attached, not pinned from the factory (just drilled). Its then easy to drive the pin in after installation of the barrel nut. -Nathan View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted:
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So I'm assuming it's fairly easy to drive out the pin in the gas block to install the barrel nut and such? Driving out the pins on some barrels is a PITA. Do Faxon's pins come out fairly easily and go back in just as solid? Assuming you are speaking on the FSB, yes. For the pinned gas block versions sold by AIM, the gas block is loosely attached, not pinned from the factory (just drilled). Its then easy to drive the pin in after installation of the barrel nut. -Nathan Ahh ok gotcha, I thought they came pre-pinned with the low profile gas block. So does the barrel come with the pin or do we need to get a pin somewhere else? Thanks! |
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Ahh ok gotcha, I thought they came pre-pinned with the low profile gas block. So does the barrel come with the pin or do we need to get a pin somewhere else? Thanks! View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted:
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So I'm assuming it's fairly easy to drive out the pin in the gas block to install the barrel nut and such? Driving out the pins on some barrels is a PITA. Do Faxon's pins come out fairly easily and go back in just as solid? Assuming you are speaking on the FSB, yes. For the pinned gas block versions sold by AIM, the gas block is loosely attached, not pinned from the factory (just drilled). Its then easy to drive the pin in after installation of the barrel nut. -Nathan Ahh ok gotcha, I thought they came pre-pinned with the low profile gas block. So does the barrel come with the pin or do we need to get a pin somewhere else? Thanks! Pin is included. The barrel is pre-drilled to accept the complete assembly. |
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So I'm assuming it's fairly easy to drive out the pin in the gas block to install the barrel nut and such? Driving out the pins on some barrels is a PITA. Do Faxon's pins come out fairly easily and go back in just as solid? Assuming you are speaking on the FSB, yes. For the pinned gas block versions sold by AIM, the gas block is loosely attached, not pinned from the factory (just drilled). Its then easy to drive the pin in after installation of the barrel nut. -Nathan Ahh ok gotcha, I thought they came pre-pinned with the low profile gas block. So does the barrel come with the pin or do we need to get a pin somewhere else? Thanks! Pin is included. The barrel is pre-drilled to accept the complete assembly. Oh good, that's what I was hoping. And just to clarify, the barrels from AIM will come the same way? Thanks in advance! |
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Oh good, that's what I was hoping. And just to clarify, the barrels from AIM will come the same way? Thanks in advance! View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted:
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Pin is included. The barrel is pre-drilled to accept the complete assembly. Oh good, that's what I was hoping. And just to clarify, the barrels from AIM will come the same way? Thanks in advance! Yes. |
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I got my 11/5" and im looking at the SLR 6 adj gas blocks...clamp on or set screw version?
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Thats what everyone says lol. It will be protected under a 11" hand guard...maybe ill just flip a coin.
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Just wanted to let Nathan and the Faxon crew know that I am very pleased with my 14.5in Gunner barrel. It is really good looking, super light, and very accurate. It is a fantastic value. Thanks guys!
PS - any chance you'll do a run of 450 Bushmaster barrels and bolts? There are a bunch of guys in Michigan that would pop for them before November 15th. I'd happily volunteer to test one of your premium barrels Jeff |
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Just wanted to let Nathan and the Faxon crew know that I am very pleased with my 14.5in Gunner barrel. It is really good looking, super light, and very accurate. It is a fantastic value. Thanks guys! PS - any chance you'll do a run of 450 Bushmaster barrels and bolts? There are a bunch of guys in Michigan that would pop for them before November 15th. I'd happily volunteer to test one of your premium barrels Jeff View Quote Great to hear! We have the capability and tooling for the caliber, but sadly, its not very popular to justify the expense of getting special extensions manufactured and the barrels run. Sadly, it will not be likely we will have that caliber in the short-term. |
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Quoted: Great to hear! We have the capability and tooling for the caliber, but sadly, its not very popular to justify the expense of getting special extensions manufactured and the barrels run. Sadly, it will not be likely we will have that caliber in the short-term. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted: Quoted: Just wanted to let Nathan and the Faxon crew know that I am very pleased with my 14.5in Gunner barrel. It is really good looking, super light, and very accurate. It is a fantastic value. Thanks guys! PS - any chance you'll do a run of 450 Bushmaster barrels and bolts? There are a bunch of guys in Michigan that would pop for them before November 15th. I'd happily volunteer to test one of your premium barrels Jeff Great to hear! We have the capability and tooling for the caliber, but sadly, its not very popular to justify the expense of getting special extensions manufactured and the barrels run. Sadly, it will not be likely we will have that caliber in the short-term. Bummer. I'd jump for a .450 Bushy too, as I believe I can actually use that in Ohio for deer. A GUNNER profile barrel in .450 Bushmaster would be legitness. |
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How far will the gas block stick out on an 11.5" mid barrel with a 10" rail?
Centurion c4 10" is what I'm planning on using. |
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The .308 20" Heavy Fluted came back in stock today. Ordered one within minutes of getting the stock notification email.
Looking forward to finishing this new upper before deer season! |
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I may have gotten a lemon barrel. What do I need to do?
Faxon 18" 308 Medium Taper Mid-Length Barrel I'm barely able to get 3-4 MOA with the barrel. I ruled out the scope being the issue. I can take the same ammo and shoot sub MOA with it in a different gun. I'm not expecting sub MOA out of the thin barrel, but pretty sure it should shoot better than 4 MOA. |
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I may have gotten a lemon barrel. What do I need to do? Faxon 18" 308 Medium Taper Mid-Length Barrel I'm barely able to get 3-4 MOA with the barrel. I ruled out the scope being the issue. I can take the same ammo and shoot sub MOA with it in a different gun. I'm not expecting sub MOA out of the thin barrel, but pretty sure it should shoot better than 4 MOA. View Quote Our customer service will get you sqaured away or e-mail me personally. Was the barrel properly headspaced and what ammunition were you using? -Nathan |
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Can you put "Front toward Enemy" on the barrel? If you can then put me on the list. I'm in the market for one.
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Yes, but we have to catch up with current demand first! The FLAME is patent-pending so expect to see it across a few product lines here in the near future. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted:
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Any chances of a 308 flame fluted 18" in production? Yes, but we have to catch up with current demand first! The FLAME is patent-pending so expect to see it across a few product lines here in the near future. Cool, can save up the money. Maybe send me an email when it begins? |
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Any chances of a 308 flame fluted 18" in production? Yes, but we have to catch up with current demand first! The FLAME is patent-pending so expect to see it across a few product lines here in the near future. Cool, can save up the money. Maybe send me an email when it begins? If you are signed up for our newsletter, you will be notified! |
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Assuming you are speaking on the FSB, yes. For the pinned gas block versions sold by AIM, the gas block is loosely attached, not pinned from the factory (just drilled). Its then easy to drive the pin in after installation of the barrel nut. -Nathan View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted:
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So I'm assuming it's fairly easy to drive out the pin in the gas block to install the barrel nut and such? Driving out the pins on some barrels is a PITA. Do Faxon's pins come out fairly easily and go back in just as solid? Assuming you are speaking on the FSB, yes. For the pinned gas block versions sold by AIM, the gas block is loosely attached, not pinned from the factory (just drilled). Its then easy to drive the pin in after installation of the barrel nut. -Nathan This is good to know, as I just ordered my 4th Faxon barrel from AIM and was curious about the pin. |
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I'm torn, 16" pencil barrel or the 16" Gunner. Lightweight build, what are the pros and cons of these two barrels. Thanks
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I'm torn, 16" pencil barrel or the 16" Gunner. Lightweight build, what are the pros and cons of these two barrels. Thanks View Quote Personally I don't think the Gunner has any cons in this comparison. It is only a few ounces heavier than the pencil barrel but tolerates heat better because it is thicker where it needs to be. It is plenty light and very shootable. To me that makes an excellent combination. Pencil is also very light but I prefer a the better heat resistence of the Gunner. |
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Personally I don't think the Gunner has any cons in this comparison. It is only a few ounces heavier than the pencil barrel but tolerates heat better because it is thicker where it needs to be. It is plenty light and very shootable. To me that makes an excellent combination. Pencil is also very light but I prefer a the better heat resistence of the Gunner. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted:
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I'm torn, 16" pencil barrel or the 16" Gunner. Lightweight build, what are the pros and cons of these two barrels. Thanks Personally I don't think the Gunner has any cons in this comparison. It is only a few ounces heavier than the pencil barrel but tolerates heat better because it is thicker where it needs to be. It is plenty light and very shootable. To me that makes an excellent combination. Pencil is also very light but I prefer a the better heat resistence of the Gunner. If you plan on mag dumps, go GUNNER. For anything else, go pencil. Most are shocked what a well built thin barrel can do. |
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Personally I don't think the Gunner has any cons in this comparison. It is only a few ounces heavier than the pencil barrel but tolerates heat better because it is thicker where it needs to be. It is plenty light and very shootable. To me that makes an excellent combination. Pencil is also very light but I prefer a the better heat resistence of the Gunner. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted:
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I'm torn, 16" pencil barrel or the 16" Gunner. Lightweight build, what are the pros and cons of these two barrels. Thanks Personally I don't think the Gunner has any cons in this comparison. It is only a few ounces heavier than the pencil barrel but tolerates heat better because it is thicker where it needs to be. It is plenty light and very shootable. To me that makes an excellent combination. Pencil is also very light but I prefer a the better heat resistence of the Gunner. This right here. I'd go GUNNER for a working rifle. |
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^^This is what I was thinking. I have another rifle with a Faxon 14.5" pencil barrel and have no problems with it, but it's only a weekend plinking rifle. I wanted a light work rifle and I think the gunner is the best of both worlds. I went ahead and ordered one from AIM surplus. Thanks for the input.
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I'm torn, 16" pencil barrel or the 16" Gunner. Lightweight build, what are the pros and cons of these two barrels. Thanks Personally I don't think the Gunner has any cons in this comparison. It is only a few ounces heavier than the pencil barrel but tolerates heat better because it is thicker where it needs to be. It is plenty light and very shootable. To me that makes an excellent combination. Pencil is also very light but I prefer a the better heat resistence of the Gunner. If you plan on mag dumps, go GUNNER. For anything else, go pencil. Most are shocked what a well built thin barrel can do. Even after a mag dump, the shift is repeatable and predictable. Group size does open up of course, but not nearly as much as would be expected. |
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I'm torn, 16" pencil barrel or the 16" Gunner. Lightweight build, what are the pros and cons of these two barrels. Thanks Personally I don't think the Gunner has any cons in this comparison. It is only a few ounces heavier than the pencil barrel but tolerates heat better because it is thicker where it needs to be. It is plenty light and very shootable. To me that makes an excellent combination. Pencil is also very light but I prefer a the better heat resistence of the Gunner. If you plan on mag dumps, go GUNNER. For anything else, go pencil. Most are shocked what a well built thin barrel can do. Even after a mag dump, the shift is repeatable and predictable. Group size does open up of course, but not nearly as much as would be expected. Shift? The barrels should not be shifting (just opening up) unless other components are deflecting the barrel? If yours is, please e-mail me. We'll get that swapped ASAP! |
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I'm torn, 16" pencil barrel or the 16" Gunner. Lightweight build, what are the pros and cons of these two barrels. Thanks Personally I don't think the Gunner has any cons in this comparison. It is only a few ounces heavier than the pencil barrel but tolerates heat better because it is thicker where it needs to be. It is plenty light and very shootable. To me that makes an excellent combination. Pencil is also very light but I prefer a the better heat resistence of the Gunner. If you plan on mag dumps, go GUNNER. For anything else, go pencil. Most are shocked what a well built thin barrel can do. Even after a mag dump, the shift is repeatable and predictable. Group size does open up of course, but not nearly as much as would be expected. Shift? The barrels should not be shifting (just opening up) unless other components are deflecting the barrel? If yours is, please e-mail me. We'll get that swapped ASAP! It's minimal and nothing that affects shooting. Group center seems to go maybe one MOA high and right when it's really warm, which isn't a huge deal. It's just an open-sight rifle, and not intended for precision work, so I keep it under 300 yards (which keeps it minute of coyote). It does far better than I could have asked for out to that range that it's not an issue. Believe me, if it had been, we'd have chatted already. Obliged though! |
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