AR barrel brands?

[SHPD_Retired]

https://tacticalordnance.com/ I have one of their barrels and it is extremely accurate.

 

[Phred]

I bought one of these:

Ballistic Advantage AR-15 16'' SPR Fluted Barrel 223 Wylde 1:8 Mid-Length 416R

Ballistic Advantage AR-15 16' SPR Fluted Barrel 223 Wylde 1:8 Mid-Length 416R

www.joeboboutfitters.com

It's probably more accurate than the guy shooting - me.

They have good deals on all brands, check here:

AR-15 Barrels for Sale at Joe Bob Outfitters!

AR-15 Barrels for Sale at Joe Bob Outfitters!

www.joeboboutfitters.com

 

[DirectDrive]

Neither is a 20". However, that one looks like what I may be looking for. Thanks for the post.

Another one that would entertain is Criterion.
Criterion (button rifled) is the budget-friendly cousin of Krieger (cut rifled).

AR-15 CORE SERIES, RIFLE GAS - Criterion Barrels

Available in 18", and 20". 223 Wylde. 1-8 Twist.

criterionbarrels.com

Here are some more from Harrison at AR Performance and always value-priced.
Harrison is highly regarded on 68 Forums.
Some of these are marked "CLE" so they would be Compass Lake Engineering barrels, the nemesis of WOA.

6.8 SPCII products

6.8 SPCII barrels, AR Performance, ARP has been the number 1 choice in 6.8 SPC barrels for over 10 years, that is my only goal.

ar15performance.com

Just a look-see....notice the blanks that CLE uses...

Ready to Ship – Compass Lake Engineering, LLC

Our RTS items are limited stock and will ship within 2 business days.

compasslake.com

 

[jbett98]

I have a RA barrel on my LR 308 and it's awesome. However, their pricing is a little on the high side for the budget. I think I've found a place with some decent quality barrels within the build budget. Thanks for the advice, though.

I bought a blemished one for a good price discount that had one little mark on the barrel right before the gas block.

 

[coop44]

Best for what?

My CHF barrels will last far longer, but they can't touch my cut-rifled barrel for accuracy.

Longevity, accuracy.

 

[JRuby]

Hellar Tacrical out here in St. Helen's makes their own barrels. I would be willing to bet they could make what you want. They are good people.

 

[v0lcom13sn0w]

i prefer ballistic advantage barrels

 

[Pepe-lepew]

Bison Armory wasn't a bad suggestion. We are running two of their service rifle barrels.

 

[DirectDrive]

Bison Armory wasn't a bad suggestion. We are running two of their service rifle barrels.

Bison Armory has built an excellent reputation especially in the 6.8 community.
And they're in Washougal which is cool.

 

[solv3nt]

I bought a BCM 20" barrel for a retro build. In my typical fashion, I have not shot it yet. BCM is well regarded though.

 

[Mr Smith]

Bear creek arsenal makes decent barrels on a budget. MOA guaranteed by them. Several of my rifles have their barrels in them.

Black Hole Weaponry makes fantastic barrels. Not the cheapest but certainly excellent quality. Two of my rifles have BWH barrels.

Rainier Arms is a boutique shop that is overpriced in most things. They are good guys in the shop that'll take care of you if you need small parts or what not, but their barrels are definitely overpriced. Been in their Auburn, WA shop many times in the past. My 5.56 has one of their bolt carriers, their lower, and some other small parts in it from them. Would never buy a barrel or rifle from them unless it was priced reasonably.

 

[Rkangel]

I've had the most experience with Ballistic Advantage. They have been solid performers.

Bear Creek is a budget barrel even though their prices have gone up. My experience with them has been 50/50. One shot well, the other was way over gassed, and suffered stuck cases quite regularly. I probably wouldn't use them again. QC is too inconsistent.

It's been a while since I used Faxon. Quality was good several years ago. Not sure what it is like now.

Others I've tried that seem to be good shooters are Green Mountain Barrels. KAK and a couple other companies use Green Mountain blanks.

 

[Ahol]

6.8 SPCII products

6.8 SPCII barrels, AR Performance, ARP has been the number 1 choice in 6.8 SPC barrels for over 10 years, that is my only goal.

ar15performance.com

Accurate and decent price

 

[Fishaholic]

Well, after much debate and research, I went with the 18" SPR profile from Ballistic Advantage. I couldn't pass up a deal for $170 and free shipping.