FAXON SUPERFINISHED 5.56 M16 BOLT CARRIER GROUP - CHAMELEON PVD
Faxon
$199.00
Faxon Superfinished 5.56 M16 Bolt Carrier Group – Chameleon PVD
Category: Rifle Parts
Platform: AR15
Series: Bolt Carrier Groups
Caliber: 5.56 NATO
SKU: FF556BCGCNITRIDE-NCR | UPC: 816341024649
MSRP: $199.00
The Faxon Superfinished 5.56 M16 Bolt Carrier Group – Chameleon PVD is a premium, full-auto-compatible AR-15 upgrade engineered for shooters who demand reliability, smooth cycling, and standout aesthetics. Faxon treats “MIL-SPEC” as the baseline—then refines every critical detail beyond it.
This BCG features a 9310 tool steel bolt that is MPI tested, heat treated, and shot peened. The bolt and carrier are salt bath nitrided for increased surface hardness and corrosion resistance. The carrier and gas key receive a Chameleon PVD coating, providing enhanced wear resistance and a unique color-shifting finish.
Faxon’s proprietary Superfinish on the carrier body reduces friction and fouling, resulting in smoother operation and easier cleaning—especially valuable in high-round-count or suppressed rifles.
DISCLAIMER: Coloration will vary due to the nature of the Chameleon PVD coating process.
Key Features
- 9310 Tool Steel Bolt
- Salt Bath Nitrided Bolt & Carrier
- Chameleon PVD Coated Carrier & Gas Key
- Superfinished Carrier Body
- Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI)
- Full MIL-SPEC Heat Treatment & Shot Peening
- Back of Lugs Chamfered for Reliable Cycling
- S7 Extractor
- Spring, Insert, & “Crane” O-Ring Installed
- Grade 8 Gas Key Fasteners, Fully Staked
- M16 Pattern – Full Auto Compatible
- Forward Assist Serrations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this bolt carrier group full-auto compatible?
Yes. This is an M16-pattern bolt carrier group and is fully compatible with full-auto fire control groups and many modern trigger systems.
What is Chameleon PVD?
Chameleon PVD is a multi-layer physical vapor deposition coating applied to the carrier and gas key. It enhances wear resistance and produces a color-shifting finish. Appearance will vary from unit to unit.
What is Superfinish?
Superfinish is Faxon’s refined surface treatment that reduces friction and fouling, promoting smoother cycling and easier cleaning.
Does the gas key come properly staked?
Yes. The gas key uses grade 8 fasteners and is fully staked for long-term reliability.
Warranty: Faxon Firearms products are backed by our Lifetime Guarantee to the original purchaser against defects in materials and workmanship. Warranty service requires an RMA and proof of purchase. Full terms and exclusions:
https://faxonfirearms.com/warranty-privacy-terms/
Reviews
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PVD for the win
Very slick. Needs minimal cleaning. Great quality!
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Beautiful !!!
Beautiful bolt carrier! Just wish the bolt was like the carrier. That is what earned it just 4 stars. Even a nickel boron coated bolt would have made this review a 5 star. It functions real slick with just a little Frog Lube. Can't wait to get it to the range. I have many Faxon products and have no complaints about any of them. Good job!
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Chameleon bcg
It would have been 5 stars but the 1 I received the gas key was not staked and I’ve tried contacting Faxon via email and haven’t heard back from them 2 weeks later.