Timber Creek Outdoors Pencil TC556P16 16\" Barrel 5.56 NATO Black Nitride AR-15 Compatible M4 Feed Ramps.
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Overview
The Timber Creek Outdoors Pencil TC556P16 is a 16-inch barrel designed for AR-15 platforms chambered in 5.56 NATO, featuring a mid-length gas system that provides a balanced cycling experience. Its pencil profile reduces weight, making it an excellent choice for builds where maneuverability is a priority without sacrificing performance. This barrel is commonly found in lightweight rifle builds that prioritize speed and agility.
Specifications
Timber Creek Outdoors Pencil TC556P16 16\" Barrel 5.56 NATO Black Nitride AR-15 Compatible M4 Feed Ramps.
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Build history on GunPartPicker
Builders on GunPartPicker first added the Timber Creek Outdoors Pencil TC556P16 16\" Barrel 5.56 NATO Black Nitride AR-15 Compatible M4 Feed Ramps. to a build in February 2026.
It was hard to find in September 2026, in stock on only 9 of the 22 days we checked, and today only Optics Planet has it in stock. It dipped to $143.99 at Palmetto State Armory for a stretch in September 2026, well under its usual $199.99, so sales do come around. Buying today, the lowest price is $199.99 at Optics Planet, above September's low of $143.99, so a better deal may come back.
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