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What is best way to get a matched bolt with this barrel? Expert Answer

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Product Info for Criterion Barrels AR-15 Hybrid Contour 6.5 Grendel Barrel

The Criterion Barrels AR-15 Hybrid Contour 6.5 Grendel Barrel is just what you need if you are looking for a top of the line barrel to enhance your rifle. These Rifle Barrels by Criterion Barrels are constructed to deliver premium performance with top quality materials and finish. In fact, Criterion Barrels crafted these Rifle Barrels from 416R stainless steel for the strength you need out in the field. This Criterion Barrels AR-15 Hybrid Contour 6.5 Grendel Rifle Barrel features a 1-8 twist rate that enhances your accuracy in a variety of situations. Equip a Criterion Barrels AR-15 Hybrid Contour 6.5 Grendel Barrel w/ M-LOK Gas Block to improve the quality and performance of your firearm.image

Specifications for Criterion Barrels AR-15 Hybrid Contour 6.5 Grendel Barrel:

Manufacturer: Criterion Barrels
Color: Black
Fabric/Material: 416R Stainless Steel
Caliber: 6.5mm Grendel
Barrel Length: 18 in
Barrel Profile: Hybrid
Barrel Twist Rate: 1-8
Flutes: No
Gun Make: AR Platform
Gun Model: AR-15
Firearms Threads Per Inch: 5/8x24

Features of Criterion Barrels AR-15 Hybrid Contour 6.5 Grendel Barrel

  • Contour Hybrid, HBAR
  • Barrel Length 18", 22"
  • Gas System Length Rifle Length, Mid-Length
  • Material and Finish 416R Stainless Steel
  • Chamber 6.5 Grendel
  • Twist 1-8 RH
  • Gas Block Diameter .750
  • Muzzle Thread 5/8 x 24 .630

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  • Criterion Barrels AR-15 Hybrid Contour 6.5 Grendel Barrel

Criterion Barrels AR-15 Hybrid Contour 6.5 Grendel Barrel Orderable Models

List of Orderable Models

  • Criterion Barrels AR-15 Barrel, Hybrid Contour, 6.5 Grendel, 18 inch, Mid Length, 1-8 Twist, 5/8x24 Thread, Stainless Steel Finish, Black, 65G18S-HY8 , MPN: 65G18S-HY8 , Code: 2RR-ATB-65GSHY-65G18S-HY8
  • Criterion Barrels AR-15 Barrel, Hybrid Contour, 6.5 Grendel, 18 inch, Rifle Length, 1-8 Twist, 5/8x24 Thread, Stainless Steel Finish, Black, 65G18S-HY12 , MPN: 65G18S-HY12 , Code: 2RR-ATB-65GSHY-65G18S-HY12
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