Faxon Ar15 Barrel 5.56 Nato - 10.5" 1:8 Pencil Profile Blk

The Faxon AR15 Barrel 5.56 NATO - 10.5" 1:8 Pencil Profile Black is purpose-built for short-barreled rifle (SBR) platforms where velocity retention and accuracy matter without excess weight. Law enforcement and military professionals rely on Faxon barrels for their consistent chamber tolerances and cold-hammer-forged construction. At 10.5 inches, this barrel delivers the handling advantages of a compact platform while maintaining reliable 5.56 NATO ballistics suitable for close-quarters operations, home defense, and tactical training scenarios.

The pencil profile design—a thinner, lighter contour compared to medium or heavy profiles—reduces overall weapon weight to 0.95 lbs, enhancing portability and reducing fatigue during extended operations. The 1:8 twist rate stabilizes a full spectrum of 5.56 NATO rounds, from 55-grain varmint loads to 77-grain match ammunition, making it versatile across duty, training, and specialty applications. Faxon's cold-hammer-forging process produces superior surface finish, dimensional accuracy, and stress relief compared to standard button-rifled barrels, directly improving shot-to-shot consistency. The black nitride finish provides corrosion resistance and durability in field conditions without adding appreciable weight.

This barrel integrates seamlessly into any AR15 platform with standard .223/5.56 chamber specifications and mil-spec extension tube compatibility. Shooters deploying short-barreled rifles for duty carry, CQB training, or precision work at intermediate ranges will benefit from the pencil profile's balance of accuracy and lightweight handling. Professional armorer-level installation using proper headspace gauges and torque specs ensures optimal performance and reliability. The compact length accommodates suppressors and flash hiders, supporting modern tactical configurations while maintaining balanced point-of-aim for both iron sights and mounted optics.