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Perfect for Pistols: Faxon Firearms Announces Sub 1 Pound 10.5” Pencil Weight Barrel

Faxon Firearms, incessant innovators in the firearms industry, is pleased to announce the release of the new 10.5” Pencil barrel chambered in 5.56 NATO. The new 10.5” pencil barrel clocks in at less than 1 pound, focusing on maximum maneuverability and versatility for any pistol or SBR platform.

Focusing on removing all possible weight, the 10.5” Pencil barrel is formally rated at .9 lbs. including the barrel extension. The barrel is set up for standard carbine length gas systems, using a .625” diameter gas block journal, 1.1” in length – ideal for low-profile and light weight gas blocks.

The barrels feature a 1/8 twist, conventionally rifled 100% in-house by Faxon under our numerous quality certifications. For maximum versatility, the barrels are chambered in 5.56 NATO and feature concentric 1/2×28 threads with a relieved shoulder.

The 4150 certified gun barrel quality steel is individually magnetic particle inspected and finished with a durable and resilient nitride. “We are thrilled to continue expanding our pencil barrel product line with the 10.5,” stated Nathanial Schueth, Director of Sales & Product Management. “Our pencil barrels are the lightest in the industry and with the 10.5” we have set another benchmark in ultralight performance.”

The 10.5” pencil barrel is available today and shipping now to Faxon’s dealers and OEM customers. MSRP is $159.00. New dealer and OEM inquiries are welcome.

10.5” Pencil Barrel Specifications 

Barrel Material: 4150 Certified Gun Barrel Quality Steel, Triple Stress Relieved 

Barrel Type: Button Rifled 

Barrel Caliber: 5.56 

Barrel Twist: 1:8  Barrel Length: 10.5″ 

Barrel Profile: Pencil 

Barrel Gas System: Carbine 

Inside Finish: Nitride 

Outside Finish: Nitride  Muzzle Thread: 1/2-28 TPI (Threads Per Inch) 

Gas Block Diameter: .625″ 

Gas Port Diameter: .081″ 

Gas Block Journal Length: 1.1″ 

Barrel Extension: M4  Weight: .9 lbs. 

Magnetic Particle Inspected  11-degree Target Crown

 

You can get your very own Faxon 10.5 inch pencil carbine barrel at faxonfirearms.com

 

About Faxon Firearms: Faxon Firearms is a leader in constant evolution in the firearms marketplace focusing on US-made quality and innovation. From the ARAK platform, GUNNER & FLAME barrels, upper receivers, and an ever-expanding portfolio of innovative accessories, Faxon offers quality complete rifle systems and components

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