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First AR-15 SPR Build: Barrel Suggestions?

Jokerkg

Jokerkg

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Mar 22, 2024
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Hey everyone,

I’m working on my first AR-15 SPR build and need some advice on which barrel to choose. I’ve narrowed it down to a few options, but I’m having a tough time deciding. Here are the contenders:

  1. Rainier Arms Ultramatch MOD2 .223 Wylde MK12 SPR AR-15 Barrel - 18" Nitride - 420$
  2. BALLISTIC ADVANTAGE AR-15 MODERN SERIES 18" Rifle-Length Barrel SPR w/ OPS 12 - 320$
  3. WHITE OAK ARMAMENT 18" Rifle SPR Barrel - 630$
  4. CRITERION BARRELS INC 18" HBAR Contour, Rifle Gas System, .223 Wylde - 570$
  5. CRITERION BARRELS INC SBN Barrel .223 Wylde 18" Rifle-Length - 570$
I’m located in Switzerland, which explains why the prices might seem a bit high compared to what you’re used to in the States.

I’m looking for something that will give me most accuracy at distance. (think 500+ yards)

Any insights on these options? Does anyone have experience with one of these barrels, and how do they perform in terms of accuracy, durability, and overall quality? Or should I consider a different barrel altogether?

Appreciate any help or advice you all can provide!

Thanks!
 
#13
There have been some very nice barrels discussed on this thread. I'm only going to mention this due to cost and apparently the OP can get Ballistic Advantage products.

I recently got the urge to put together an SPR setup. I didn't have a real need for it, but wanted a range toy that shoots straighter than most barrels. I just grabbed one of the Ballistic Advantage stainless, fluted SPR barrels. BA is often running a sale and I got one for under $200 U.S.

I've never shot it from a rest. Just front and rear bags, but it shoots very well. I'm not saying it's a barrel of bench rest precision, but I was able to hit 2 MOA targets out to 500 yards with it. I was admittedly using an anti cant device, but making hits wasn't hard at all.
 
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I have a 20" DMR barrel from BA in a Grendel build that shoots at least moa with Hornady Black 123gr if I'm holding up my end (really want to try the Nosler stuff but $3/rd is a little hard to justify). Are there better barrels? Yes. Does BA get the job done? Also yes.

Unpopular opinion I know but if a barely average shooter can get fairly decent results it can't be THAT bad.
 
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#3. By a long shot.

#2 is not even a serious option.

#4 and 5 are better suited to budget quality blasters.

#1 is hit or miss these days
 
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