FAXON SAVAGE 110 MEDIUM SPORTER PROFILE 16" 1:6T 8.6 BLK SAAMI BOLT ACTION BARREL
FaxonFaxon Savage 110 Medium Sporter 16" 8.6 Blackout (1:6 Twist)
416-R stainless steel • 5R button rifled, honed & lapped • Salt bath nitride (QPQ) inside & out • Savage 110 pattern (barrel nut installation) • MPI inspected • Recessed 11° target crown • Medium Sporter profile • M18x1.5 muzzle (tapered shoulder; adapter included)
The Faxon Savage 110 16" 8.6 Blackout (8.6 BLK) bolt-action barrel delivers match-grade precision in a balanced, practical package, ideal for suppressed subsonic hunting and versatile Savage 110 builds. Featuring a balanced 1:6 twist and Medium Sporter profile, this barrel is engineered for Savage 110 / Small Shank receivers with standard barrel nut installation—now with a SAAMI-certified chamber for standardized safety, ammo compatibility, and reliable performance across loads.
Savage 110 barrels are precision-machined from premium 416-R stainless steel for superior accuracy, machinability, and corrosion resistance. The bore uses 5R button rifling (honed & lapped for smooth finish) to minimize jacket deformation and enhance velocity consistency, finished with salt bath nitride (QPQ) inside and out for reduced fouling and extended life. Every barrel is MPI inspected for top-tier quality assurance.
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Why This Savage 110 Barrel Excels
- 416-R stainless steel: Premium material for exceptional accuracy, corrosion resistance, and consistency—perfect for precision hunting and suppressed use.
- 5R rifling honed & lapped: Reduces bullet deformation for tighter groups, better consistency, and broad compatibility with subsonic/heavy projectiles.
- QPQ nitride inside & out: Enhances corrosion resistance, minimizes fouling, and extends service life in demanding field conditions.
- Balanced practical design: 16" Medium Sporter profile provides excellent velocity, handling, and rigidity for field-ready performance at ~2.6 lbs.
- Savage 110 compatibility: Designed for Savage 110 / Small Shank receivers with standard barrel nut installation; allows easy barrel swaps with proper headspacing.
Ideal Use Cases
- Suppressed subsonic hunting: 16" length offers practical balance, velocity for subsonics, and quiet performance with suppressors in field conditions.
- Precision Savage 110 8.6 BLK builds: SAAMI chamber and 1:6 twist deliver match-level accuracy and versatility with a wide range of projectiles.
- Versatile projectile loads: 1:6 twist stabilizes heavy subsonics to lighter supers for consistent energy and accuracy in hunting scenarios.
- Field use & hard hunting: Stainless construction + nitride finish handles varied weather, terrain, and extended sessions reliably.
Specifications
Build note: Requires barrel nut for installation on Savage 110 / Small Shank receivers. Always verify headspace with proper gauges (go/no-go) and confirm muzzle-device alignment before use. Function and performance vary by ammunition and suppressor setup. Recommend qualified gunsmith for installation.
Consumer Note:
8.6 BLK is now SAAMI certified, standardizing chamber and cartridge dimensions (including headspace) for enhanced safety, consistency, and ammunition interchangeability across manufacturers.
The primary changes with SAAMI certification include formalized headspace dimensions and support for more moderate twist rates (compared to the original aggressive 1:3 design), promoting greater versatility with a wide range of projectiles—making this Savage 110 1:6 twist barrel an excellent fit for balanced precision in subsonic hunting applications.
PLEASE NOTE:
Always use SAAMI-spec compliant 8.6 BLK ammunition for best performance and safety. If you have questions, contact customerservice@faxonfirearms.com.

Frequently Asked Questions
Will this 16" 8.6 BLK barrel fit my Savage 110?
Why 416-R stainless and 5R rifling in this 8.6 BLK hunting barrel?
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- Rifling Twist Rate:
- 1:6