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FAXON MATCH SERIES GUNNER PROFILE 16" MID-LENGTH 223 WYLDE AR15 BARREL
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$235.00
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FAXON MATCH SERIES GUNNER PROFILE 16" MID-LENGTH 223 WYLDE AR15 BARREL
Faxon Match Series — 16" Gunner Profile .223 Wylde AR-15 Barrel (Mid-Length Gas)
416R Stainless • 5R Rifling • Nickel Teflon M4 Extension • Nitride Inside & Out
The Match Series 16" Gunner .223 Wylde combines Gov’t-strength durability with Pencil-like weight savings for a fast, well-balanced rifle. Chambered in .223 Wylde, it delivers match-grade precision with .223 Rem while safely accommodating 5.56 NATO pressures—perfect for training, competition, and duty use.
Starting with 416R stainless steel and 5R rifling (button-rifled, 1:8 twist), the bore is then salt bath nitrided inside & out for corrosion resistance and easy cleaning. Every Faxon Match barrel is stress relieved, air-gauge tested, magnetic particle inspected (MPI), and headspace verified. The M4 extension features a Nickel Teflon coating for enhanced lubricity and a tighter extension-to-receiver fit that aids consistency.
Key Benefits
- Gunner profile: Gov’t strength with Pencil weight for quicker transitions and reduced fatigue.
- .223 Wylde chamber: Match accuracy with .223 Rem and safe, reliable use of 5.56 NATO.
- Premium construction: 416R stainless, 5R rifling, 1:8 twist for broad bullet compatibility.
- Durable finish: Nitride inside & out for fouling resistance and extended barrel life.
- Nickel Teflon M4 extension: Smoother feeding and tighter fit to improve shot-to-shot consistency.
- Rigorous QC: Stress relieved, air-gauge tested, MPI, and headspace checked in-house.
Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
Why .223 Wylde instead of 5.56 or .223 Rem?
.223 Wylde optimizes accuracy with .223 Rem while safely accommodating 5.56 NATO pressures—ideal for match and practical use.
What makes the Gunner profile unique?
It blends Gov’t durability with Pencil weight savings, improving balance and reducing shooter fatigue.
Is this stainless barrel nitride treated?
Yes. Our 416R stainless Match barrels are salt bath nitrided inside and out for durability, corrosion resistance, and easier cleaning.
Overview: 16" Match Series Gunner .223 Wylde Barrel
The Faxon Match Series 16" Gunner .223 Wylde is engineered for shooters who want a lightweight, do-everything barrel with true match-grade credentials. With 416R stainless, 5R rifling, and a Nickel Teflon–coated M4 extension, this barrel feeds smoothly, resists fouling, and maintains groups across popular bullet weights. The mid-length gas system softens recoil impulse for faster follow-up shots, while the nitride finish inside and out extends service life under high round counts.
- Barrel Material:
- 416-R Stainless
- Barrel Type:
- 5R Button Rifled
- Caliber:
- .223 Wylde
- Barrel Length:
- 16"
- Barrel Twist:
- 1:8
- Barrel Profile:
- Gunner
- Barrel Gas System:
- Mid
- Outside Finish:
- QPQ Nitride
- Muzzle Thread:
- 1/2x28
- Gas Block Diameter:
- .625"
- Gas Block Journal Length:
- 1.9"
- Barrel Extension:
- M4 - Nickel Teflon Coated
- Barrel Weight:
- 1.33 lbs
- Crown Type:
- Recessed 11-degree Target Crown
Reviews
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Another one added to the family
I'd just replaced my wife's barrel with this barrel, and she doesn't know how it shoots yet - I'm the one shooting it for her. Her old barrel was getting 1.5" groups and now I've been able to tighten them up at 75" groups with my handloads. The finish is perfect, the feel is amazing. Even WITH her lpvo on, it STILL weighs less than my 14.5. Like I've stated before, they've got a customer for life.
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Great
I received it in great condition, and installed it on a WMD upper. Fit-up is perfect, and it’s very accurate. Very happy with this purchase.
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Excellent!
You cant go wrong with anything from Faxon. Excellent quality!
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16” Gunner .223wylde
I bought this and installed it on a WMD receiver. If fit nicely , and is very accurate. The quality is great, and Faxon was quick to process my order. Highly recommend
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Great accurate barrel
Shoots three quarter inch groups with m855 ammo haven't tried anything else yet but I'm happy.
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Impressed
This is the second barrel I have purchased from Faxon. Only this one was for a lightweight AR15 project one of my female coworkers was building. Now I'm sad I don't own this rifle we created because it's the best shooting carbine I've fired. Coupled with an adjustable gas block, muzzle brake and H2 buffer, this barrel is a critical part of our lightweight build that's highly accurate. I'm impressed with both barrels I've purchased from Faxon. I'm a fan of heavy barrels myself, (other Faxon barrel is the 18" heavy fluted .308,) so I wasn't sure I'd like this one being it has a thinner profile than what I would normally go for. But having shot it now, I'm a believer. If you're looking to make a light weight .223 carbine that hammers the same spot every time, you can't go wrong with this barrel.
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Great Barrel
Fabulous upgrade. Shot three 5-shot groups (55 gr FMJ x2 and 77 SMK) at 100 yds, each covered by my turret caps. Worth every penny.
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Barrel performance
This barrel has shot excellent right out of the box. My son hits a 2” plate @ 200 yds 60-70% of the time. It seems to improve with the round count.
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Barrel performance
This barrel has shot excellent right out of the box. My son hits a 2” plate @ 200 yds 60-70% of the time. It seems to improve with the round count.