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Posted: 7/21/2014 2:57:48 PM EDT
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I'm in the beginning stages of putting together a parts list for a near-future AR build. It will be my first, and I want to start with the barrel and build around that. My intentions for this rifle will be defense and casually using it on the range in my free time. I'm looking more for reliability and service life. So far here is where I am... 14.5" 4150 Chrome Lined Cold Hammer Forged GOV Profile 5.56 1:7 Twist M4 Feed Ramps MP tested 1. Does all of the above sound gtg? 2. Since I've never purchased a barrel before, how much can something like the above cost? I have been to some sites and have seen prices, I just don't know if they are normal or not. Just looking for a ballpark price range. Thanks for any advice/help. Except for material (which they don't state) this DD barrel seems to meet your criteria. BCM has a similar barrel for $50 less but they don't state if it's CHF or not. I just bought the DD but haven't had a chance to shoot it yet. I think prices for both are "in line" and either one would serve you well. |
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Posted: 7/21/2014 3:08:03 PM EDT
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Awesome. Thank you very much for the help!
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Posted: 7/21/2014 3:48:03 PM EDT
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Except for material (which they don't state) this DD barrel seems to meet your criteria. BCM has a similar barrel for $50 less but they don't state if it's CHF or not. I just bought the DD but haven't had a chance to shoot it yet. I think prices for both are "in line" and either one would serve you well. BCM's standard barrels aren't hammer-forged. The BFH (Barrel, forged, hammer) moniker is used to denote those that are. |
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Posted: 7/21/2014 8:15:49 PM EDT
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BCM's standard barrels aren't hammer-forged. The BFH (Barrel, forged, hammer) moniker is used to denote those that are. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Except for material (which they don't state) this DD barrel seems to meet your criteria. BCM has a similar barrel for $50 less but they don't state if it's CHF or not. I just bought the DD but haven't had a chance to shoot it yet. I think prices for both are "in line" and either one would serve you well. BCM's standard barrels aren't hammer-forged. The BFH (Barrel, forged, hammer) moniker is used to denote those that are. Very useful info. Thanks for the heads up on that one. |
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Posted: 7/21/2014 8:30:31 PM EDT
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I have this midlength.
It's carbine brother is in stock also. I highly recommend this barrel. I say it is one of the best. You need only to look around at lots of other brands to see this is the same blank, and gets really good reviews across the board.
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Posted: 7/22/2014 6:52:25 PM EDT
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I have this midlength.http://www.riflegear.com/p-2165-fn-145-midlength-17-twist-chf-barrel-556.aspx It's carbine brother is in stock also. I highly recommend this barrel. I say it is one of the best. You need only to look around at lots of other brands to see this is the same blank, and gets really good reviews across the board. Thank you for the recommendation. Much appreciated. |
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Posted: 7/22/2014 8:52:13 PM EDT
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Except for material (which they don't state) this DD barrel seems to meet your criteria. BCM has a similar barrel for $50 less but they don't state if it's CHF or not. I just bought the DD but haven't had a chance to shoot it yet. I think prices for both are "in line" and either one would serve you well. +1. I use one in 16" and it's an incredibly accurate barrel and built to last. Worth the somewhat premium price IMHO. |
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Posted: 7/23/2014 12:28:04 AM EDT
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I have used Del-Ton on all 4 builds. Great barrel for the price. Customer service is awesome. The barrels are way more accurate than I expected. As long as I keep getting exactly what I order and it is what I need I will stay with them.
Check this barrel out! Del-Ton |
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Posted: 7/23/2014 4:47:21 AM EDT
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you understand 14.5 violates NFA without a tax stamp right?
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Posted: 7/23/2014 5:30:23 AM EDT
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Government profile barrels make no sense. The extra mass after the fsb should be distributed between the chamber and fsb.
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Posted: 7/24/2014 12:34:08 PM EDT
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I just ordered a 16" medium profile melonite from sionics. It was 289 with a giessele gas block. I've read lot's of good reviews on them.
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Posted: 7/24/2014 1:28:46 PM EDT
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you understand 14.5 violates NFA without a tax stamp right? Doesn't a pinned and welded FH make them legal per NFA? |
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