Weight-conscious 308 “Battle Rifle” setup

[BufordTJustice]

My older 20" Faxon Gunner (5.56, natch) is the shiznit. I swapped it for an 18" Rainier Mountain series (CHF chrome lined) and then found out just how good the Faxon was.

No worries, my brother asked me about a 20" barrel for his AR, so he my get a light, accurate coyote hunting upper.

Andy

I actually replaced a Rainier Mountain Series CHF 18" rifle gas, government profile WITH my 18" Faxon gunner. RA made a great barrel. But the Faxon first gen Gunner was more accurate at the same ROF, significantly lighter, and had a better gas port size.

Such a shame with all the current issues. They were in the process of making quite a name for themselves.


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[czgunner]

Agreed. BA is the new Faxon.

But, as you said, vintage Faxon barrels are


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What time period are the “good” Faxon barrels from?
I have a brand new 16” Gunner in 5.56 that I bought 4/2016 sitting in my parts bin. Hope it’s a good one.

[Brahmzy]

Most recent 308 build - 6.48lbs as pictured (minus mag)

Lots of Titanium and Magnesium and still not a pencil barrel. Feels great.

[Brahmzy]

What time period are the “good” Faxon barrels from?
I have a brand new 16” Gunner in 5.56 that I bought 4/2016 sitting in my parts bin. Hope it’s a good one.

I think you'll be fine...

I have the exact same Faxon 16.0 Gunner in 556 that I bought 2 months ago and it *looks* perfect. Have not built it up yet.

[JediGuy]

Most recent 308 build - 6.48lbs as pictured (minus mag)

Lots of Titanium and Magnesium and still not a pencil barrel. Feels great.

Very nice. Have you seen what sort of accuracy you can get out of it? Parts list?

I tried to avoid “exotic” at all, but I like it.

[Brahmzy]

Very nice. Have you seen what sort of accuracy you can get out of it? Parts list?

I tried to avoid “exotic” at all, but I like it.

This Faxon Big Gunner 16 barrel shoots .6 MOA or better with FGMM 168s. I pulled it from another build.
Hand loads and a better shooter could get .5MOA or better, easily.
I’m very pleased with it. This same barrel has also taken 6 Elk.

[BufordTJustice]

What time period are the “good” Faxon barrels from?
I have a brand new 16” Gunner in 5.56 that I bought 4/2016 sitting in my parts bin. Hope it’s a good one.

Bought my 18" gunner 25 May 2016. You should be 100%.


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[BufordTJustice]

This Faxon Big Gunner 16 barrel shoots .6 MOA or better with FGMM 168s. I pulled it from another build.
Hand loads and a better shooter could get .5MOA or better, easily.
I’m very pleased with it. This same barrel has also taken 6 Elk.

I'm well under an inch at 100 with 165gr Federal Trophy Bonded Tip (technically Federal Tactical) out of my 16" Big Gunner.

They are just great barrels.


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[masakari]

I really like the original rifle with UBR and 20" pencil barrel. It's similar to how I have my M&P10 setup, except I have a rather heavy LPVO.

[JediGuy]

I really like the original rifle with UBR and 20" pencil barrel. It's similar to how I have my M&P10 setup, except I have a rather heavy LPVO.

Thanks. I liked the look, and I liked the feel, and I liked the “solidness,” but... I do like the Bravo’s cheek weld and LMT receiver extension. Saving several ounces is also good, but only slightly noticeable.