Faxon AR-15 5.56 Pencil barrels have a narrow O.D. both fore and aft of the gas block, for maximum weight saving. AR-15 5.56 Pencil barrels are manufactured at Faxon's ISO-certified facility from one of the hardest materials on the planet, 4150 CMV carbon steel, featuring a QPC black Nitride or FDE coating for superior wear-resistance and longevity. Models available for use with carbine- or mid-length gas tubes .625" O.D. at gas shoulder accept low-profile gas block 1" long or less Will not accept standard-length front sight block 1-8" twist rifling to stabilize the entire range of common loadings Muzzles have 1/2" x 28 thre Mfg: Faxon Firearms
