[ARCHIVED THREAD] - New barrel

Posted: 3/23/2010 6:50:16 AM EDT

I have a DPMS barrel assembly that I'm going to screw into my Essential Arms upper soon. I understand that a barrel assembly by its self does not get test fired like a barreled upper does at the factory. My question is this.. is there any procedure to ensure the barrel can withstand the pressures or the 5.56 NATO that its chambered for, or just take it out and shoot it? Its a 16" chrome lined with a 1-9 twist M4 profile. Any tips, tactics, techniques or procedures?

Posted: 3/23/2010 6:58:20 AM EDT

[#1]

"screw into"?

Are there exposed threads at the rear end of the barrel?

If so, this barrel is NOT something you can assemble into an AR-15 in your garage, unless you have some non-standard tools.

Posted: 3/23/2010 7:02:46 AM EDT

[#2]

By "screw in", I mean with the barrel nut so in turn, screw on. Probably should have worded that differently. At any rate, screw on it what I mean

Posted: 3/23/2010 7:14:34 AM EDT

[#3]

Oh, okay. Well in that case, follow the assembly instructions found on this website, assuming you have the tools, and you should be fine. If you want to check headspace, gauges are available from Brownells.

http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=3&f=4&t=226782

Posted: 3/23/2010 3:58:34 PM EDT

[#4]

If the barrel is stamped for 5.56 then it will take the pressure.

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