5.56x45 NATO Pencil Profile Barrel W/Pinned Gas Block For AR-15 - 5.56x45 NATO 16'''' 1-8 Pencil Bbl W/Pinned Gas Block Nitride
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Faxon Firearms
Overview
The Faxon Firearms 5.56x45 NATO Pencil Profile Barrel features a lightweight 16-inch design with a 1:8 twist rate, which optimizes stability for a variety of bullet weights, making it an excellent choice for precision shooting and versatile applications. The pinned gas block ensures reliable gas flow and simplifies installation, while the nitride finish enhances durability and corrosion resistance. This barrel is often found in builds using an extended rifle gas system, as well as those chambered in 300 Blackout.
Specifications
5.56x45 NATO Pencil Profile Barrel W/Pinned Gas Block For AR-15 - 5.56x45 NATO 16'''' 1-8 Pencil Bbl W/Pinned Gas Block Nitride
Price and stock
Availability is good for the FAXON Firearms 5.56x45 NATO Pencil Profile Barrel W/Pinned Gas Block For AR-15 - 5.56x45 NATO 16'''' 1-8 Pencil Bbl W/Pinned Gas Block Nitride: it was in stock at one retailer or another nearly every day in August 2026, and today 6 of the 7 retailers we track have it in stock. The best price drifted down from $210 to $189.49 over August 2026 without a real sale. Buying today, the lowest price is $189 at Optics Planet, which matches the best price we saw in August.
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Builds Featuring This Part
See all 1 →Builds in the community that include the 5.56x45 Nato Pencil Profile Barrel W/Pinned Gas Block For Ar-15 - 5.56x45 Nato 16'''' 1-8 Pencil Bbl W/Pinned Gas Block Nitride
| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
 | 20 | $1558.80 |
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