Hi, I've decided to build my first AR, rather than to buy a complete rifle, and I'm struggling to decide on which barrel to get. I've decided to go with a lightweight (pencil) barrel, but I don't know enough to make a final decision. The intended use for the rifle is HD/SHTF/plinking. From the little research I've been doing, I've come up with 3 possible options:
1) Daniel Defense CHF LW 16" mid length - $349 (gas block included)
2) Criterion Pencil CL 223 Wylde 16" mid length - $314 (w/ bcm LPGB)
3) Spike's Optimal Contour CHF 16" mid length - $305 (w/ bcm LPGB)
What I'm looking for is the best value when considering accuracy, durability, reliability, and accuracy retention(maintaining consistent MOA figures after barrel heats up).
They're all priced somewhat similarly, so I don't mind spending a bit more money if one particular barrel really outshines the other. I don't plan on buying another barrel for many years, so I'd like to buy once and cry once. Any and all insight from personal experience and/or expertise on the subject is greatly appreciated. Thanks!
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