Barrel Suggestions for AR-15 Build

[Mifune326]

Good morning everyone,

I'm looking for a little advice. I'm after a complete 16" mid-length gas barrel in .223 Wylde for my current AR build. I also prefer the Front sight base for that old school look. I currently have a Ballistic Advantage 5.56. The purpose of the build will be for duty/home defense. I was checking out White Oak but they don't offer the FSB. Suggestions on companies you prefer who would offer that set up?

Thanks in advance!

 

[StaveyIL]

Compass Lake Engineering should be able to set you up . I know this isn’t exactly what you’re looking for but it’s ready to ship and it’s 16”.

 

[Mifune326]

Thank you Stavey!

 

[clcustom1911]

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16" 1:7 M4 style with FSB pinned on there.

 

[Mifune326]

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16" 1:7 M4 style with FSB pinned on there.

Hahaha

Thank you cl. I'll check it out!

 

[clcustom1911]

https://palmettostatearmory.com/psa-16-carbine-length-5-56-nato-1-7-m4-melonite-freedom-upper-no-bcg-or-ch.html

ORRRR

For the cost of the barrel you can have a whole M4 style upper since you're going for "old school" look. Just supply BCG, charging handle, optic/rear sight.

 

[StaveyIL]

I think I have the exact same upper (linked above) from DSA. The first one they sent had a goofed up front sight post. They sent me another without hesitation. Great customer service.

 

[StaveyIL]

https://palmettostatearmory.com/psa-16-carbine-length-5-56-nato-1-7-m4-melonite-freedom-upper-no-bcg-or-ch.html

ORRRR

For the cost of the barrel you can have a whole M4 style upper since you're going for "old school" look. Just supply BCG, charging handle, optic/rear sight.

Gonna be hard to beat that deal.

 

[Mifune326]

Sorry fellas, I neglected to state in my original post that I already have an Aero Precision upper and all the other essentials. Just need a barrel to complete the build.

 

[JS8588]

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[GH41]

Good morning everyone,

I'm looking for a little advice. I'm after a complete 16" mid-length gas barrel in .223 Wylde for my current AR build. I also prefer the Front sight base for that old school look. I currently have a Ballistic Advantage 5.56. The purpose of the build will be for duty/home defense. I was checking out White Oak but they don't offer the FSB. Suggestions on companies you prefer who would offer that set up?

Thanks in advance!

You should know that most of the answers you will get are from people who didn't even read your original post or don't have a clue what you are looking for. Has anyone linked you to a Wylde chambered mid gas barrel with a mounted FSB?

 

[StaveyIL]

I would buy the CLE. Douglas myself.
I wasn’t kidding . Here’s the DSA upper linked above. Forgive the mess. LOL

 

[Fred @ Bison Tactical]

I like compass lake. They will build around a barrel for you as well, and their prices are very resonable. Their match chamber is 100%, super accurate and I really like their work.

 

[Naaman]

OP, what barrel profile do you want? Are you willing to buy the FSB separate from the barrel?

After lots of reading and research, I'm starting to lean away from government profiles, and more toward "specialized" profiles.

For midlength, I'm starting to think a Centurion mid-weight might be "the best" all around set up (but they use a 5.56 chamber). Other manufacturers make similar profiles, as well. I think Criterion does the wylde chamber on their Core series. Just depends on whether you prefer a particular process, materials, etc.

Anyway, my recommendation is Centurion Arms, but I hear a lot of good about Criterion as well. You can order direct, or from third parties such as Rooftop Defense and Reinier Arms.

 

[MarshallDodge]

1 left https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1023448290?pid=496893

That's what I would buy.

BCM and Compass Lake are good as well.

 

[Mifune326]

You should know that most of the answers you will get are from people who didn't even read your original post or don't have a clue what you are looking for. Has anyone linked you to a Wylde chambered mid gas barrel with a mounted FSB?

I hear ya brother. I still appreciate the input re: which manufacturers they respect.

 

[Mifune326]

1 left https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1023448290?pid=496893

Awesome barrel. Unfortunately I'm looking for a 223 Wylde

 

[MarshallDodge]

Awesome barrel. Unfortunately I'm looking for a 223 Wylde

For home defense, I would go 5.56.

 

[Mifune326]

I like compass lake. They will build around a barrel for you as well, and their prices are very resonable. Their match chamber is 100%, super accurate and I really like their work.

Thanks! I'll take a look at them.

 

[Mifune326]

OP, what barrel profile do you want? Are you willing to buy the FSB separate from the barrel?

After lots of reading and research, I'm starting to lean away from government profiles, and more toward "specialized" profiles.

For midlength, I'm starting to think a Centurion mid-weight might be "the best" all around set up (but they use a 5.56 chamber). Other manufacturers make similar profiles, as well. I think Criterion does the wylde chamber on their Core series. Just depends on whether you prefer a particular process, materials, etc.

Anyway, my recommendation is Centurion Arms, but I hear a lot of good about Criterion as well. You can order direct, or from third parties such as Rooftop Defense and Reinier Arms.

Thank you. I'll have a look at both of those too. I'm thinking either Gov or SPR

 

[Mifune326]

For home defense, I would go 5.56.

Curious, how come?

 

[roostercogburn98]

White Oak Precison will have or build what you want. They are a sister company to WOA. They built me a 20 inch upper years and years ago, was nice.
https://whiteoakprecision.com/prices/

 

[MarshallDodge]

Curious, how come?

You want reliability and the ability to run full pressure ammo. The chambers on the 5.56 guns are a little more generous and will accommodate a round that may be slightly out of spec. You don't want a tight chamber on a gun that may be run hard in a defensive scenario.

There may be a little bit of accuracy loss but inside the house does a 1/4 MOA really matter? In my experience a quality 5.56 chamber will still print good groups. If you aren't free floating the handguards then you are going to see some drift there anyway.

 

[You-Two]

I know you said Wylde, but I’ve had one of these LW DD barrels for 10 years now and it shoots awesome. Never had an issue getting 1 MOA or under with good ammo. It’s not pencil barrel light, but handles really well. Just something to put in your crosscheck...

16" 5.56mm, Mid-Length, 1:7, LW

Our Lightweight 16” 5.56 barrel is perfect for those looking to shed a few ounces on their AR-15 build without sacrificing durability or accuracy. We Cold Hammer Forge our barrels, a process that sets us apart from other barrel manufacturers. It’s forged from 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel...

danieldefense.com

 

[Jack Sparrow Pirate]

Compass Lake Engineering should be able to set you up . I know this isn’t exactly what you’re looking for but it’s ready to ship and it’s 16”.View attachment 7872207

WOW ... This is a B E A U T Y ..... Is this offered in 14.5" barrel ? ........ Please let me know ... THNX

 

[Mifune326]

White Oak Precison will have or build what you want. They are a sister company to WOA. They built me a 20 inch upper years and years ago, was nice.
https://whiteoakprecision.com/prices/

I think I'm going to go thus route and them build me what I want. Thank you!

 

[Mifune326]

You want reliability and the ability to run full pressure ammo. The chambers on the 5.56 guns are a little more generous and will accommodate a round that may be slightly out of spec. You don't want a tight chamber on a gun that may be run hard in a defensive scenario.

There may be a little bit of accuracy loss but inside the house does a 1/4 MOA really matter? In my experience a quality 5.56 chamber will still print good groups. If you aren't free floating the handguards then you are going to see some drift there anyway.

I agree. Thank you for taking the time to explain.

 

[Mifune326]

I know you said Wylde, but I’ve had one of these LW DD barrels for 10 years now and it shoots awesome. Never had an issue getting 1 MOA or under with good ammo. It’s not pencil barrel light, but handles really well. Just something to put in your crosscheck...

16" 5.56mm, Mid-Length, 1:7, LW

Our Lightweight 16” 5.56 barrel is perfect for those looking to shed a few ounces on their AR-15 build without sacrificing durability or accuracy. We Cold Hammer Forge our barrels, a process that sets us apart from other barrel manufacturers. It’s forged from 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel...

danieldefense.com

 

[81STFACP]

A good barrel is a good barrel.

I built this for a young LT at Benning. I spun the barrel from a Green Mountain $60 blank. He shot this group on the KD range 300 meters with A1 ammo.

 

[GBMaryland]

This is the barrel you need...

SOLD - WTS: NIB Proof PR15 (AR15) 16" 223 Wylde CF Barrel

I've got a Proof Carbon Fiber 223/556 barrel that I've not going to be able to use for the piston setup I was planning on... $950 shipped to the lower 48 states. 1/7, 223 Wylde chamber (556 NATO and 223 Remington compatible if you're not familiar), Mid-length gas system

www.snipershide.com

Heh

 

[Constructor]

For home defense, I would go 5.56.

Why? A 223 Wylde shoots the 5.56 more accurately.

 

[Milf Dots]

Geissele.
BCM.

 

[S197]

With a FSP, You can’t go wrong with these barrels bellow. FYI criterion and krieger are related / associates or some shit. They make a great CL barrel.

Porter's Basement Criterion Hybrid 13.9″ Mid-length | .223 Wylde

Criterion's HYBIRD contour is a mid-weight barrel that offers a perfect balance between weight and intelligently distributed barrel material for excellent heat absorption and consistent harmonics. This barrel can be easily carried in the field all day but will also provide exceptional...

portersbasement.com

 

[roostercogburn98]

Bartlein blank and let a smith do his magic. Wylde chamber, 5/8-24 threads, use a WOA competition barrel extension

 

[Paradox]

18” match mk clone

 

[FuhQ]

Good morning everyone,

I'm looking for a little advice. I'm after a complete 16" mid-length gas barrel in .223 Wylde for my current AR build. I also prefer the Front sight base for that old school look. I currently have a Ballistic Advantage 5.56. The purpose of the build will be for duty/home defense. I was checking out White Oak but they don't offer the FSB. Suggestions on companies you prefer who would offer that set up?

Thanks in advance!

I have several of the older Rainier Arms Match and Select Series barrels when they were still using Shilen blanks... Man they're accurate! All of those rifles are tack-drivers. I have a Faxon Match 5R 6.5 Grendel barrel that's shooting 3-shot groups of my handloads in the 0.3's. So I'm happy with that, as well. Spend the money on a good high-quality barrel from a reputable company. You will never regret that decision.

 

[RUTGERS95]

Anything CA will shoot lights out.

Lothar walther as well