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Is this the optimal barrel? — 3 Answers

by Yup, from PA, United States Asked on February 22, 2019

Name Spikes Tactical AR-15 5.56 Cold Hammer Forged Barrel (4.3)
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Answered by Armando R., Gear Expert, from IL, United States, on October 18, 2019

Depends on what your purpose is for the barrel. Is this a high quality barrel? Yes. Is it perfect for everything and everyone? No. Please email us at techsales@opticsplanet.com and we can help you make that decision.

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Answered by Robert Davis, member, from WA, United States, on December 10, 2019

the part number given here matches the optimum barrel on the Spikes tactical website, so it may not be optimal but it is the optimum barrel

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Answered by Rick, member, from FL, United States, on March 08, 2024

Yes this is Spikes “optimal” barrel profile.

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