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1 - Pics (See below)
2 - Price:
- 12.5" Criterion Core - $225
- 12.5" Centurion - $225
- 12.5" Rainier Mountain MOD2 - $200
- 12.5" Rosco Lightweight - $75
- 16" Aero SPR Mid-Length - $80
3 - Location (Henderson)
In Henderson. Meet at GVR, RC Willey/WinCo, The M, , Sam's Town, Costco St. Rose, Bass Pro, RC Willey Summerlin, Best Buy lot @Charleston/215. Not really looking for trades at the moment but would consider partial trade for one or more of the 223/556 ammo types listed in my other thread.
"I'll take it" rules apply and override PMs in process. My usual disclaimer: Weekday availability M-Th is terrible (~530P-730P, or 'lunch' meets near me). Fri/Sat/Sun 'most' daylight hours (events creep in so availability changes).
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All of the below barrels were purchased for evaluation / testing and are very lightly used (tested through a battery of ammo batches then pulled). If you've been around for a bit, you've likely seen some of my barrel (and ammo) evals posted. I'm getting a small stack and thought it would be time to clear some out (then pick up some new barrels to evaluate and post...like an X-Caliber 12.5 that @Veracity carries and maybe a Proof Research {I need an intervention...
} ). Accurate round count is posted with each barrel listed.
Criterion Core 12.5" 223Wylde barrel - Very lightly used - $225
From the manufacturer:
The CORE Series feature a modern, continuous taper profile that eliminates steps and harsh variations in diameter. The steel is redistributed where it is needed most: surrounding the chamber. Added weight over the chamber absorbs heat evenly during hard use and moves the balance of the rifle closer to the body for increased control. This is optimal for maintaining balance when used with modern accessories like Low Power Variable Optics (LPVO’s), weapon-mounted lights, suppressors, clip-on night vision devices, and IR lasers; these components boost the capabilities of the rifle, but can hinder the shooter’s performance by increasing front-end weight. The front end of the CORE Series remains light and fast for better handling, balance, and speed.
https://criterionbarrels.com/produc...ar-15-core-series-carbine-gas/?v=7516fd43adaa
FEATURES:
- Manufactured Sept., 2023 (see barrel image for date), ordered 9/29 and received in early October
- Includes original box/packaging
- I can include a .625 gas block (fixed or Superlative adjustable) and carbine gas tube for an additional charge (and pin the tube if you like). PM for info.
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Centurion 12.5" Lightweight Hammer Forged 5.56 barrel - Very lightly used - $225
From the manufacturer:
Some of the most accurate, well gassed, and durable barrels out of the box for your AR Platform Rifle. The Centurion Hammer Forged Series of barrels are designed to withstand very high round count shooting whilst maintaining excellent accuracy. Centurion barrels also feature a very intuitive notch behind the gas block, which mates with their notched gas block ensuring proper alignment during installation and use. (Any standard un-notched gas block will also work)
https://centurionarms.com/lightweight-hammer-forged-barrel-carbine/
FEATURES:
- Includes original box/packaging
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Rainier Arms Mountain MOD2 12.5" barrel - Very lightly used - $200
From the manufacturer:
Allow us to reintroduce ourselves. We have brought back our Mountain Series of barrels for those of you who want the accuracy you expect from Rainier Arms in a nearly indestructible package. These barrels are made out of 4150 CMV and nitrided as well. That means these barrels will take anything you can throw at them. They are meant to be shot, and shot a lot. The half-fluted profile maximizes heat dissipation and helps reduce weight.
Rainier barrels are meticulously designed and machined by precision gunsmiths. Our barrels are turned the same way true artisans have made premium rifle barrels for over a century. Each barrel has hand-cut chambers and crowns with the attention to detail that can only come from highly trained human intervention. While most companies strive for faster production time to cut costs, we strive for perfection. There are no shortcuts with our barrels, period. We will go toe to toe with anyone and win.
https://www.rainierarms.com/rainier-arms-mountain-mod2-5-56-nato-ar-15-barrel-12-5/
FEATURES:
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Rosco (Brownells) Lightweight .223 Wylde 12.5" barrel - Very lightly used - $75
From the manufacturer:
Rosco/Brownells Lightweight Carbine Barrels come in a variety of popular lengths, ready to suite any new carbine build. Manufactured to Brownells specifications by Rosco Manufacturing, the button rifled barrels, profiled from 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel, feature a 223 Wylde chamber, that allows them to accommodate 223 Remington and 5.56x45mm NATO ammunition equally well. The 1-8 twist will handle commonly available Full Metal Jacket 55gr loads, all the way up to heavier, premium 77gr bullets. All of these Lightweight Barrels have a .625 gas block journal to correspond with the overall slim profile, preventing your Carbine from becoming front heavy.½-28 muzzle threads accept common muzzle devices and the M4 feed ramps at the opposite end interface perfectly with M4 feed ramps in your upper receiver. The durable Nitride finish prevents corrosion, eases cleaning and has an extra hard surface to prevent dings and nicks.
FEATURES:
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Aero Precision SPR Mid-length 16" 5.56 barrel - Very lightly used - $80
From the manufacturer:
Crafted to mil-spec standards from 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium with a QPQ corrosion resistant finish, this SPR profile barrel provides time tested precision and accuracy for your AR15 rifle. Barrels are laser marked "HBAR" for compliance in some local and state jurisdictions. (<---I guess that is a thing in Maryland - Janizary)
https://www.aeroprecisionusa.com/16-5-56-hbar-cmv-barrel-mid-length
FEATURES:
2 - Price:
- 12.5" Criterion Core - $225
- 12.5" Centurion - $225
- 12.5" Rainier Mountain MOD2 - $200
- 12.5" Rosco Lightweight - $75
- 16" Aero SPR Mid-Length - $80
3 - Location (Henderson)
In Henderson. Meet at GVR, RC Willey/WinCo, The M, , Sam's Town, Costco St. Rose, Bass Pro, RC Willey Summerlin, Best Buy lot @Charleston/215. Not really looking for trades at the moment but would consider partial trade for one or more of the 223/556 ammo types listed in my other thread.
"I'll take it" rules apply and override PMs in process. My usual disclaimer: Weekday availability M-Th is terrible (~530P-730P, or 'lunch' meets near me). Fri/Sat/Sun 'most' daylight hours (events creep in so availability changes).
_____________________________________________________________________
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All of the below barrels were purchased for evaluation / testing and are very lightly used (tested through a battery of ammo batches then pulled). If you've been around for a bit, you've likely seen some of my barrel (and ammo) evals posted. I'm getting a small stack and thought it would be time to clear some out (then pick up some new barrels to evaluate and post...like an X-Caliber 12.5 that @Veracity carries and maybe a Proof Research {I need an intervention...
} ). Accurate round count is posted with each barrel listed.Criterion Core 12.5" 223Wylde barrel - Very lightly used - $225
From the manufacturer:
The CORE Series feature a modern, continuous taper profile that eliminates steps and harsh variations in diameter. The steel is redistributed where it is needed most: surrounding the chamber. Added weight over the chamber absorbs heat evenly during hard use and moves the balance of the rifle closer to the body for increased control. This is optimal for maintaining balance when used with modern accessories like Low Power Variable Optics (LPVO’s), weapon-mounted lights, suppressors, clip-on night vision devices, and IR lasers; these components boost the capabilities of the rifle, but can hinder the shooter’s performance by increasing front-end weight. The front end of the CORE Series remains light and fast for better handling, balance, and speed.
https://criterionbarrels.com/produc...ar-15-core-series-carbine-gas/?v=7516fd43adaa
FEATURES:
- Chrome-lined for superior barrel life and corrosion resistance. Our chrome-lining process is the most refined in the industry and will not degrade accuracy.
- .223 Wylde chamber that is designed to safely and reliably fire both .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO ammunition while increasing accuracy due to more consistent chamber pressures.
- Honed and hand-lapped rifling produce perfect bore uniformity and a pristine internal finish – aids in barrel cleaning and is paramount for accuracy
- Finely polished chambers for reliable extraction and feeding
- Carbine gas system compatible with AR15 carbine length gas tubes
- Gas port tuned for proper function with and without suppressor
- 0.625” Gas Block journal, dimpled for ease of installation and solid lock-up
- 1/2×28 TPI muzzle threads compatible with a wide range of muzzle devices and suppressors
- Precision-machined barrel extension with M4 feed ramps
- Weight: 1.45lb
- Gas Port: 0.066
- Manufactured Sept., 2023 (see barrel image for date), ordered 9/29 and received in early October
- Includes original box/packaging
- I can include a .625 gas block (fixed or Superlative adjustable) and carbine gas tube for an additional charge (and pin the tube if you like). PM for info.
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Centurion 12.5" Lightweight Hammer Forged 5.56 barrel - Very lightly used - $225
From the manufacturer:
Some of the most accurate, well gassed, and durable barrels out of the box for your AR Platform Rifle. The Centurion Hammer Forged Series of barrels are designed to withstand very high round count shooting whilst maintaining excellent accuracy. Centurion barrels also feature a very intuitive notch behind the gas block, which mates with their notched gas block ensuring proper alignment during installation and use. (Any standard un-notched gas block will also work)
https://centurionarms.com/lightweight-hammer-forged-barrel-carbine/
FEATURES:
- Cold hammer forged
- Chrome-lined chamber and bore
- "Machine Gun" steel barrel composition
- 1:7 twist rate
- 5.56 chamber
- Gas Journal: .750
- M4 feedramps
- Manganese phosphate finish (Mil-Spec A-A-59267)
- HPT/MP inspected
- Weight: 1lb 5.7oz stripped
- Gas Port: 0.065
- **Centurion Arms barrels require no further break in**
- Includes original box/packaging
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Rainier Arms Mountain MOD2 12.5" barrel - Very lightly used - $200
From the manufacturer:
Allow us to reintroduce ourselves. We have brought back our Mountain Series of barrels for those of you who want the accuracy you expect from Rainier Arms in a nearly indestructible package. These barrels are made out of 4150 CMV and nitrided as well. That means these barrels will take anything you can throw at them. They are meant to be shot, and shot a lot. The half-fluted profile maximizes heat dissipation and helps reduce weight.
Rainier barrels are meticulously designed and machined by precision gunsmiths. Our barrels are turned the same way true artisans have made premium rifle barrels for over a century. Each barrel has hand-cut chambers and crowns with the attention to detail that can only come from highly trained human intervention. While most companies strive for faster production time to cut costs, we strive for perfection. There are no shortcuts with our barrels, period. We will go toe to toe with anyone and win.
https://www.rainierarms.com/rainier-arms-mountain-mod2-5-56-nato-ar-15-barrel-12-5/
FEATURES:
- 4150 CMV Steel
- Nitrided
- Twist: 1:7
- Thread Pitch: 1/2x28
- .750 Gas Block Seat
- 5.56 NATO Chamber
- Mid length Gas System
- M4 Feed Ramps
- Half-Fluted Profile
- Weight: 1.54 lbs.
- Gas Port: 0.094 (pin-measured)
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Rosco (Brownells) Lightweight .223 Wylde 12.5" barrel - Very lightly used - $75
From the manufacturer:
Rosco/Brownells Lightweight Carbine Barrels come in a variety of popular lengths, ready to suite any new carbine build. Manufactured to Brownells specifications by Rosco Manufacturing, the button rifled barrels, profiled from 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel, feature a 223 Wylde chamber, that allows them to accommodate 223 Remington and 5.56x45mm NATO ammunition equally well. The 1-8 twist will handle commonly available Full Metal Jacket 55gr loads, all the way up to heavier, premium 77gr bullets. All of these Lightweight Barrels have a .625 gas block journal to correspond with the overall slim profile, preventing your Carbine from becoming front heavy.½-28 muzzle threads accept common muzzle devices and the M4 feed ramps at the opposite end interface perfectly with M4 feed ramps in your upper receiver. The durable Nitride finish prevents corrosion, eases cleaning and has an extra hard surface to prevent dings and nicks.
FEATURES:
- Barrel Contour:................Lightweight
- Gas Block Diameter:......0.625 Inches
- Barrel Finish:.....................Nitride
- Item Weight (lbs):..........1.100
- Twist:...................................1-8
- Muzzle Threads:.............1/2"x28
- Cartridge:..........................223 Wylde
- Gas System Length:......Carbine
- Material:............................4150CMV
- Gas Port Size:..................0.073 (pin-measured)
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Aero Precision SPR Mid-length 16" 5.56 barrel - Very lightly used - $80
From the manufacturer:
Crafted to mil-spec standards from 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium with a QPQ corrosion resistant finish, this SPR profile barrel provides time tested precision and accuracy for your AR15 rifle. Barrels are laser marked "HBAR" for compliance in some local and state jurisdictions. (<---I guess that is a thing in Maryland - Janizary)
https://www.aeroprecisionusa.com/16-5-56-hbar-cmv-barrel-mid-length
FEATURES:
- Caliber 5.56 NATO
- Barrel Material 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium
- Barrel Finish QPQ Corrosion Resistant
- Gas System Length Mid-Length
- Gas Block Journal .750"
- Barrel Rifling Button Rifling
- Twist Rate 1:7 inches
- Thread Pitch 1/2-28 Threaded
- Barrel Extension M4
- Weight(s) 35 oz
- Gas Port 0.078 (pin-measured)
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