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Proof Research PR15 Carbon Fiber 223 Wylde Rifle Barrels
This barrel is deceptively light. I appreciate the dimple to properly align the gas block - don’t overlook this - It makes it very simple. I have these proof barrels on a 16” 308 AR10, 18” 556, and have a 14.5” on back order. These are also the most ...
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Its incredibly accurate. The most accurate ar I own, 1-1.5 moa with 55gr FMJ, sub moa with 77gr OTM. About half a pound lighter than my previous gov. profile barrel. I haven't run it through a intense fire schedule to test the cooling of the carbon f...
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I haven't gotten out to the range to break in this barrel; however, if it shoots as good as it looks and fits it will be a tack driver. I paired it with a wilsons combat upper and lower set. The fit was very nice. Seems like a good purchase.
What can I say this barrel is expensive but it’s so worth it extremely well-made and very light I do have another one and 14.5 inches it really shuts off the way if you’re making a light weight AR I hope to purchase more in the future for a 308. I wi...
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The fit and finish of this barrel is as perfect as any I have ever seen. Assembled and ready to go to the range to see if it performs as well as it looks!
Can't say much about the performance yet, as the build is still in progress (waiting for other parts), but the fit and finish of this barrel is top shelf! I've only ever dealt with carbon fiber on performance car parts, and while they end up looking ...
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Color: Black/Silver Fabric/Material: Carbon Fiber Caliber: .223 Wylde Barrel Length: 12.5 inBarrel Profile: Contour 0.75GB Gas System Length: Carbine Length Threads per Inch: 1/2x28 Barrel Twist Rate: 1-7 Flutes: No Gun Model: AR-15 Condition: New Gun Type: Rifle
Code: 2SB-ATB-PR15CFW-101520
MPN: 101520
UPC: 843068101520
Product No Longer Available
Product Info for Proof Research PR15 Carbon Fiber 223 Wylde Rifle Barrels
Proof Research PR15 .223 Wylde Carbon Fiber Rifle Barrels are changing the industry because they are much lighter, more durable, and more accurate than conventional barrels. Proof Research manufactures these AR15 Barrels starting with full profile match-grade 416R stainless steel barrel blanks that are turned down to reduce their weight. The prepared barrels are then wrapped with a proprietary aerospace-grade carbon fiber to provide high strength and greater stiffness for these Proof Research PR15 Carbon Fiber .223 Wylde Rifle Barrels. When you upgrade your platform with a Proof Research PR15 .223 Wylde Carbon Fiber Barrel, the result will be more accuracy and more fun.
Features of Proof Research PR15 Carbon Fiber Rifle Barrels, .223 Wylde, 1/2 x 28 Thread:
1/2 x 28 muzzle threads.
Standard DPMS compatible barrel extensions and gas system length.
Full profile match-grade 416R stainless steel barrel blanks are turned down to a significantly reduced profile, greatly reducing weight.
Barrels wrapped with aerospace-grade carbon fiber that has specific strength up to 30 times that of stainless steel and specific stiffness up to 7 times greater than steel.
Up to 64% lighter than traditional steel barrels of similar contour.
Match-grade accuracy.
Improved heat dissipation for cooler and longer lasting barrels.
No point-of-impact shift during high-volume fire.
Reduced harmonic barrel vibration.
Unprecedented durability.
1 Year Limited Warranty.
Package Contents:
Proof Research PR15 Carbon Fiber 223 Wylde Rifle Barrels
Proof Research PR15 Carbon Fiber 223 Wylde Rifle Barrels Accessories