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Posted: 4/1/2016 3:51:08 PM EDT
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If it's a burr from a dull drill bit, the first shot will 'cure' it. But we'll let Nathan respond.
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Posted: 4/1/2016 4:04:19 PM EDT
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If it's a burr from a dull drill bit, the first shot will 'cure' it. But we'll let Nathan respond. I'd be surprised faxon would be using dull bits but anything can happen. Good to know about the one shot info though. |
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Posted: 4/1/2016 4:08:41 PM EDT
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I'd be surprised faxon would be using dull bits but anything can happen. Good to know about the one shot info though. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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If it's a burr from a dull drill bit, the first shot will 'cure' it. But we'll let Nathan respond. I'd be surprised faxon would be using dull bits but anything can happen. Good to know about the one shot info though. I know that KAK and some other more inexpensive barrel makers routinely ship the majority of their barrels with gas port burrs. I've got two Faxon barrels and both have been perfect. Just got back from the range shooting a Gunner 14.5 for the first time. Great barrel! |
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Posted: 4/1/2016 4:58:27 PM EDT
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It's exactly where the gas port is. But there seems to be more metal missing then just the port diameter. Like the metal missing is large then the hole itself. Which is why the patches are getting hung up on it. Compared to my other barrel the port is almost unnoticeable. If Nathan says it won't affect anything I won't worry about it. I was just surprised by the fact it's physically noticiable down the rifling while running a patch. So I would feel a projectiles path would be affected. Maybe not. I don't know. As far as the barrel extension I have the 416r stainless so they don't do the BE coated. The 4150cmv they do I believe. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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^^ That's not the gas port hole? Oh, and Nathan, why are some BEs black oxide coated and others aren't? It's exactly where the gas port is. But there seems to be more metal missing then just the port diameter. Like the metal missing is large then the hole itself. Which is why the patches are getting hung up on it. Compared to my other barrel the port is almost unnoticeable. If Nathan says it won't affect anything I won't worry about it. I was just surprised by the fact it's physically noticiable down the rifling while running a patch. So I would feel a projectiles path would be affected. Maybe not. I don't know. As far as the barrel extension I have the 416r stainless so they don't do the BE coated. The 4150cmv they do I believe. We take the extra step to ream the gas port (most just drill it). This makes the port almost EXACTLY the stated diameter, but will also leave a nice hard angle. As the QPQ finish is near mirror like, its an obvious break in the rifling. You will NOT have an issue and it is NOT a burr! Shoot a few rounds and it will work itself round due to normal erosion. |
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Posted: 4/1/2016 5:00:06 PM EDT
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^^ That's not the gas port hole? Oh, and Nathan, why are some BEs black oxide coated and others aren't? Barrels were not coated until about 6-9 months ago, SKU dependent. We added the coating to help with corrosion resistance and to have the extension match the barrel. What it seems like is the user purchased an older barrel (older, but still GOOD!) that was not yet through the transition to black oxide. Don't worry, your barrel will perform fantastically. |
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Posted: 4/1/2016 5:13:18 PM EDT
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Thanks for the info Nathan. I'll build her up and run some ammo through it. Personally I'm not worried about the BE not being coated. I went by the pictures on your site which showed the 416's not coated so I didn't expect to have the BE coated anyways. Besides the treated BE is the only other different the laser engraved logo rather then bit engraved?
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Posted: 4/1/2016 5:14:43 PM EDT
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Thanks for the info Nathan. I'll build her up and run some ammo through it. Personally I'm not worried about the BE not being coated. I went by the pictures on your site which showed the 416's not coated so I didn't expect to have the BE coated anyways. Besides the treated BE is the only other different the laser engraved logo rather then bit engraved? Laser engraving has been added to production. Most will see it on the popular SKUs such as pencils, Gunners, etc. Your barrel is bit engraved. |
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Posted: 4/1/2016 5:16:38 PM EDT
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Waiting patiently for a 10.5 Gunner.
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Posted: 4/1/2016 7:50:14 PM EDT
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Waiting patiently and hopefully for Grendel info
 
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Posted: 4/1/2016 11:14:19 PM EDT
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Nathan, here are your pics. I will be shooting over the next few days, hope I have good results and pics to report back with.
spikes lower psa lower parts kit geissle sd-c trigger aero precision receiver extension kit spikes t2 buffer - not in pic springco recoil spring blue- not in pic usgi butt stock magpul moe grip kak upper and dust cover strike industries forward assist aim nib bcg bcm mod 4 charge handle faxon 16" gunner barrel spikes melonited gas tube spikes low profile gas block geissle 13" rail strike industries crush washer a2 bird cage Head space was checked after assembly was completed 
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Posted: 4/2/2016 7:32:16 PM EDT
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SHWEEEET!
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Posted: 4/3/2016 5:14:27 PM EDT
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Nathan,
Any idea on when the 16" 5.56 flame fluted barrel will be ready again? |
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Posted: 4/3/2016 7:03:48 PM EDT
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Nathan, Any idea on when the 16" 5.56 flame fluted barrel will be ready again? A few weeks. Demand for them has been incredible. |
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Posted: 4/3/2016 8:34:21 PM EDT
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Back from the range today with the 12.5" socom faxon barrel.
I had a bipod attached for testing, but did NOT shoulder the pistol. I wasn't very stable. I know the barrel is going to be much more capable than my shooting today. First group of 10 rounds after bore sighting. PMC Bronze 
Adjusted the optic using the 1 shot zero method and fired this group at 50yds with PMC Bronze 
Then tested out a few different loads/ammo types 
Surprisingly, my light 3gun loads shot great. 22.5gr H335 Win srp Wolf 55gr projo LC brass 2.246" OAL |
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Posted: 4/4/2016 5:15:49 PM EDT
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What weight 5.56 do you recommend for your 10.5?
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Posted: 4/4/2016 5:18:59 PM EDT
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What weight 5.56 do you recommend for your 10.5? Any. 1/8 will stabilize the entire gamut of rounds. Generally speaking 69 grain rounds are right at the sweet spot. |
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Posted: 4/4/2016 5:24:13 PM EDT
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Any. 1/8 will stabilize the entire gamut of rounds. Generally speaking 69 grain rounds are right at the sweet spot. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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What weight 5.56 do you recommend for your 10.5? Any. 1/8 will stabilize the entire gamut of rounds. Generally speaking 69 grain rounds are right at the sweet spot. Thanks. Exactly what I was looking for |
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Posted: 4/4/2016 10:32:02 PM EDT
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Nathan,
Made it to the range for a few shots. Weather was Sunny, 69 deg. and 20 mph cross winds with gust up to 30 mph. Not exactly ideal but you have to shoot..... right! Added an acog and swapped the gi buttstock for a rogers super stoc. The complete rifle and acog weighs 6.64 lbs.
Below are pics of a few targets before the wind finally won for the day. I'm very very pleased with the build!!!!
Only thing left is to get a comp and get down to some serious shooting. Also included a pic of how the feed ramps lined up. 
All groups were fired from 100 yds., 69 deg., sunny, 20 mph cross winds with gust of 30 mph. This was the first five shots from my new build. Privi 5.56 m193 55gr. 
Blackhills 5.56 77gr. OTM 5 shots 
Hornady superformance 5.56 75gr. hp, 5 shots 
Blackhills 5.56 69gr. OTM , 5 shots 
Blackhills 69gr. OTM , 10 shots 
Speer LE gold dot 223 rem 64gr. 10 shots 
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Posted: 4/4/2016 10:48:59 PM EDT
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Please tell us what barrel you used
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Posted: 4/4/2016 10:57:33 PM EDT
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Please tell us what barrel you used Faxon 16" GUNNER, 5.56 NATO, MID-LENGTH, 4150 QPQ |
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Posted: 4/5/2016 8:11:52 AM EDT
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Nathan, Made it to the range for a few shots. Weather was Sunny, 69 deg. and 20 mph cross winds with gust up to 30 mph. Not exactly ideal but you have to shoot..... right! Added an acog and swapped the gi buttstock for a rogers super stoc. The complete rifle and acog weighs 6.64 lbs.
Below are pics of a few targets before the wind finally won for the day. I'm very very pleased with the build!!!!
Only thing left is to get a comp and get down to some serious shooting. Also included a pic of how the feed ramps lined up. All groups were fired from 100 yds., 69 deg., sunny, 20 mph cross winds with gust of 30 mph. Nice shooting. With only 4x and a serious wind factor, that's impressive! We can see the horizontal patterning in the results. Beautiful rifle and we are honored to be a part of it. |
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Posted: 4/6/2016 12:10:41 PM EDT
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Any chance to see any CL barrels for a slightly higher price to go against some of the bigger names? I think they'd sell very well, even in the low to mid $200's.
Though I did buy the barrel since I wanted to try a nitrated barrel, and I like the treatment/and the profile. But having the option for CL would be nice. |
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Posted: 4/6/2016 12:31:27 PM EDT
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Any ETA on the 16" heavy fluted?
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Posted: 4/6/2016 4:02:44 PM EDT
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you should offer this - you will sell oodles:
14.5 gunner with pinned gas block and pinned manimal flash hider (allows gas block to slide over FH so you can install whatever rail you want on pinned barrel) |
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Posted: 4/6/2016 4:08:04 PM EDT
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you should offer this - you will sell oodles: 14.5 gunner with pinned gas block and pinned manimal flash hider (allows gas block to slide over FH so you can install whatever rail you want on pinned barrel) Interesting idea, but sadly will not work. The GUNNER series of barrels is .625" gas block, so the Manimal is just a bit big. |
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Posted: 4/6/2016 4:12:52 PM EDT
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I know that KAK and some other more inexpensive barrel makers routinely ship the majority of their barrels with gas port burrs. I've got two Faxon barrels and both have been perfect. Just got back from the range shooting a Gunner 14.5 for the first time. Great barrel! Quote HistoryQuoted:
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If it's a burr from a dull drill bit, the first shot will 'cure' it. But we'll let Nathan respond. I'd be surprised faxon would be using dull bits but anything can happen. Good to know about the one shot info though. I know that KAK and some other more inexpensive barrel makers routinely ship the majority of their barrels with gas port burrs. I've got two Faxon barrels and both have been perfect. Just got back from the range shooting a Gunner 14.5 for the first time. Great barrel! Just ordered one for my son's carbine. Can't wait to see it and get it finished to see how it compares to my 20" BCM govt. |
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Posted: 4/6/2016 5:10:46 PM EDT
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Interesting idea, but sadly will not work. The GUNNER series of barrels is .625" gas block, so the Manimal is just a bit big. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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you should offer this - you will sell oodles: 14.5 gunner with pinned gas block and pinned manimal flash hider (allows gas block to slide over FH so you can install whatever rail you want on pinned barrel) Interesting idea, but sadly will not work. The GUNNER series of barrels is .625" gas block, so the Manimal is just a bit big. Ah. I thought it was .750 You should do a special run
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Posted: 4/6/2016 5:36:25 PM EDT
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Ah. I thought it was .750 You should do a special run Quote HistoryQuoted:
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you should offer this - you will sell oodles: 14.5 gunner with pinned gas block and pinned manimal flash hider (allows gas block to slide over FH so you can install whatever rail you want on pinned barrel) Interesting idea, but sadly will not work. The GUNNER series of barrels is .625" gas block, so the Manimal is just a bit big. Ah. I thought it was .750 You should do a special run Might be easier for them to locate a muzzle device they could just chuck up in a lathe and turn down to meet their gunner profile barrels. I know I'd been real interested. Just bought a 14.5" from them today. |
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Posted: 4/6/2016 5:47:16 PM EDT
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Hmmmm
14.7 Gunner profile with .750 pinned gas block and A2 FH turned down to .745
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Posted: 4/6/2016 5:58:05 PM EDT
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Any chance to see any CL barrels for a slightly higher price to go against some of the bigger names? I think they'd sell very well, even in the low to mid $200's. Though I did buy the barrel since I wanted to try a nitrated barrel, and I like the treatment/and the profile. But having the option for CL would be nice. Repost for the new page/different thread. |
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Posted: 4/6/2016 7:15:36 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Hmmmm 14.7 Gunner profile with .750 pinned gas block and A2 FH turned down to .745 Or just a regular A2 pinned an a standard barrel nut installed. There are a number of good rails that use a standard barrel nut |
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Posted: 4/6/2016 7:33:31 PM EDT
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Not sure which would be more cost effective for the company, but turning down a muzzle device and keeping the current profile would yield the lightest weight over going to a larger gas block journal. Which if you're looking at or for a pencil or gunner profile, you're looking for light weight. And to my knowledge, no manufacture in their price range makes a lighter barrel.
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Posted: 4/7/2016 8:13:29 AM EDT
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Any chance to see any CL barrels for a slightly higher price to go against some of the bigger names? I think they'd sell very well, even in the low to mid $200's. Though I did buy the barrel since I wanted to try a nitrated barrel, and I like the treatment/and the profile. But having the option for CL would be nice. While we can't formally announce anything, look to some of our online partners in a few months. You may like what you see.
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Posted: 4/7/2016 8:14:36 AM EDT
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Not sure which would be more cost effective for the company, but turning down a muzzle device and keeping the current profile would yield the lightest weight over going to a larger gas block journal. Which if you're looking at or for a pencil or gunner profile, you're looking for light weight. And to my knowledge, no manufacture in their price range makes a lighter barrel. No one makes a lighter barrel, period.
There are plans within plans for muzzle devices. Stay tuned! |
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Posted: 4/7/2016 9:38:52 AM EDT
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While we can't formally announce anything, look to some of our online partners in a few months. You may like what you see. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Any chance to see any CL barrels for a slightly higher price to go against some of the bigger names? I think they'd sell very well, even in the low to mid $200's. Though I did buy the barrel since I wanted to try a nitrated barrel, and I like the treatment/and the profile. But having the option for CL would be nice. While we can't formally announce anything, look to some of our online partners in a few months. You may like what you see. Guess I'll be waiting for buying another Faxon barrel. Thanks for the reply. And...toss up more info when you can. Barrel profiles/lengths etc... ETA.
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Posted: 4/7/2016 11:47:05 AM EDT
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any discount code for ar15 members?
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Posted: 4/7/2016 12:10:44 PM EDT
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Any idea when y'all will have the 18" govt profile w/ rifle gas back in stock?
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Posted: 4/7/2016 1:35:51 PM EDT
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any discount code for ar15 members? Apologies, but no direct discounts are available. |
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Posted: 4/7/2016 1:36:59 PM EDT
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Any idea when y'all will have the 18" govt profile w/ rifle gas back in stock? A few weeks. It sold out far faster than we expected, but another run was already started. |
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Posted: 4/7/2016 3:09:08 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: A few weeks. It sold out far faster than we expected, but another run was already started. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Any idea when y'all will have the 18" govt profile w/ rifle gas back in stock? A few weeks. It sold out far faster than we expected, but another run was already started. |
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Posted: 4/7/2016 8:24:38 PM EDT
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Just got notice today that the barrel I ordered yesterday shipped and is in transit, should be here on the 12th. Looking forward to seeing their 14.5" Gunner in person. Now I just have to make up my mind on which muzzle device is going on it.
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Posted: 4/7/2016 8:47:22 PM EDT
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A few weeks. It sold out far faster than we expected, but another run was already started. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Any idea when y'all will have the 18" govt profile w/ rifle gas back in stock? A few weeks. It sold out far faster than we expected, but another run was already started. Can it be back ordered? |
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Posted: 4/7/2016 10:13:23 PM EDT
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Any idea when y'all will have the 18" govt profile w/ rifle gas back in stock? A few weeks. It sold out far faster than we expected, but another run was already started. Can it be back ordered? We apologize, but we cannot accept back-orders from retail consumers. |
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Posted: 4/8/2016 10:43:09 AM EDT
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We apologize, but we cannot accept back-orders from retail consumers. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Any idea when y'all will have the 18" govt profile w/ rifle gas back in stock? A few weeks. It sold out far faster than we expected, but another run was already started. Can it be back ordered? We apologize, but we cannot accept back-orders from retail consumers. Got my tax return yesterday! Waiting......waiting.....waiting..... |
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Posted: 4/8/2016 1:59:41 PM EDT
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Waiting......waiting.....waiting..... Working feverishly.
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Posted: 4/12/2016 3:51:30 AM EDT
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Hi Nathan, any idea when Brownells will be getting more of your 14.5" pencil barrels?
Thanks! |
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Posted: 4/12/2016 8:09:09 AM EDT
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Hi Nathan, any idea when Brownells will be getting more of your 14.5" pencil barrels? Thanks! We cannot directly advise on lead times to our dealers. However, we typically now have batches of all our most popular barrels no more than 2-3 weeks apart if they sell out. |
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Posted: 4/12/2016 5:16:22 PM EDT
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We cannot directly advise on lead times to our dealers. However, we typically now have batches of all our most popular barrels no more than 2-3 weeks apart if they sell out. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Hi Nathan, any idea when Brownells will be getting more of your 14.5" pencil barrels? Thanks! We cannot directly advise on lead times to our dealers. However, we typically now have batches of all our most popular barrels no more than 2-3 weeks apart if they sell out. We just received a batch from Faxon. 14.5's included. http://www.righttobear.com/FAXON-FIREARMS-AR15-s/1883.htm |
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Posted: 4/12/2016 9:14:22 PM EDT
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FedEx sucks! My barrel was supposed to be delivered today. Well, it's 8:08pm and nothing. Status changed to "pending"... wtf does that mean FedEx!? I have been looking forward to it all day!
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Posted: 4/13/2016 2:11:00 PM EDT
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FedEx sucks! My barrel was supposed to be delivered today. Well, it's 8:08pm and nothing. Status changed to "pending"... wtf does that mean FedEx!? I have been looking forward to it all day! If you run into any issues, let me know. My e-mail is always open to assist. |
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