FAXON INTEGRAL® SERIES 16" PENCIL BRAKE PROFILE MID-LENGTH 5.56 NATO AR15 BARREL
FaxonFaxon Integral® Series 16" Pencil Brake Profile — Mid-Length 5.56 NATO (1:8 Twist)
Ultra-lightweight. Legally compliant. A 14.5" rifled Pencil barrel with integral brake — no pin & weld required.
The Faxon Integral® Series 16" Pencil Brake 5.56 NATO barrel delivers unmatched balance, precision, and simplicity for AR-15 builders. It features a 14.5" rifled section with an integrally machined 3-port muzzle brake for a legal overall length of 16", eliminating the need for pinning and welding.
With its Pencil profile and mid-length gas system, this barrel provides exceptional weight reduction and soft recoil characteristics — ideal for competition, duty, or lightweight builds. Each barrel is made in-house at Faxon’s Cincinnati, Ohio facility and backed by the Faxon Lifetime Guarantee.
Key Benefits
- Integral 3-port muzzle brake: Built into the barrel itself for perfect concentricity and superior recoil control.
- Meets 16" legal length: 14.5" rifled section with integral brake — no pin & weld required.
- Pencil profile: Faxon’s lightest contour for optimal balance and maneuverability without sacrificing accuracy.
- Mid-length gas system: Smooth, reliable cycling and reduced recoil impulse.
- 4150 CMV steel with QPQ nitride: Hard, corrosion-resistant finish for extended barrel life.
- Fully in-house manufactured: Stress relieved, air-gauge tested, MPI-inspected, and headspace verified at Faxon’s Ohio facility.
Specifications
Why Choose the Faxon Integral® Series
The Faxon Integral® Series redefines convenience and compliance. By machining the muzzle brake directly into the barrel, Faxon eliminates the need for pinning or welding — providing true modularity for your AR-15 build. Enjoy a lightweight, high-performance system that maintains perfect alignment, superior aesthetics, and unmatched precision.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this barrel legal for rifle builds?
Can I replace or remove the muzzle brake?
Is this compatible with all AR-15 uppers?
Overview: Faxon Integral 16" Pencil Brake Barrel
The Faxon Integral® 16" Pencil Brake 5.56 NATO barrel is engineered for shooters who demand both minimal weight and maximum functionality. It delivers a true 16" legal overall length via an integrally machined 3-port muzzle brake, making pin and weld obsolete. Constructed from 4150 CMV steel and finished in QPQ nitride, this barrel provides corrosion resistance, accuracy, and superior handling.
Fully stress-relieved, air-gauge tested, and MPI inspected, the Integral Pencil Barrel represents Faxon’s dedication to precision manufacturing and shooter-focused innovation.
- Caliber:
- 5.56 NATO
- Barrel Profile:
- Pencil
- Barrel Material:
- 4150 CMV
- Rifling Twist Rate:
- 1:8
- Muzzle Thread:
- N/A
- Gas Block Diameter:
- .625"
- Barrel Length:
- 16"
- Outside Finish:
- QPQ Nitride
Reviews
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Pencil 16” barrel w muzzle brake
I bought two after seeing In Range TV’s WWSD series, now I’m buying two more. They’re light, groups don’t walk, and did I mention they’re light?
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FAXON 16" PENCIL PROFILE AR15 BARREL, 556 NATO W/ INTEGRAL SLIM 3 PORT BRAKE
Great barrel. Great support and fast shipping. Great company