Advice on a New 18" AR Barrel

[DHF]

I am starting to acquire the parts to build a new AR.  May use one of the nice new TGO Uppers and Lower Receivers.

 

It will utilize an 18" barrel with a rifle length gas system.  I am thinking of going with a .223 Wylde chamber.  I have been looking at a few options that are currently appear to be available.

 

The primary purpose will be to function as a 3Gun type rifle.

 

Does anyone have any advise/experience on barrels that might fit this purpose and what is currently available?

 

Thanks in advance.

Edited October 25, 2013 by Daniel

[RWF]

the white oak armament SPR barrel. a great barrel that with the 77 OTM would stay sub MOA as far as I could shoot it. unless I was on a long range stage at a match:)

[DHF]

Thanks on the White Oak Armament recommendation.  I was looking at their offering.  Price is good.

 

I believe they are using a 1-7 twist.  Most of the other barrels I was looking at are utilizing a 1-8 twist.  Do you feel the 1-7 twist will be an issue when just plinking away now and again with everyday off the shelf 55gr ammo, especially when I won't be shooting at any great distance?

[Daniel]

Im also thinking of an 18".. I want to do a MK12. Anyone know a good 18" in 5.56? Anyone have DD or BCM ones?

Edited October 25, 2013 by Daniel

[jcluff]

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/794051/ar-stoner-barrel-ar-15-223-remington-wylde-medium-contour-1-in-8-twist-18-fluted-stainless-steel

I don't have a stoner barrel but have heard great things and the price is good.


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[RWF]

Thanks on the White Oak Armament recommendation.  I was looking at their offering.  Price is good.

 

I believe they are using a 1-7 twist.  Most of the other barrels I was looking at are utilizing a 1-8 twist.  Do you feel the 1-7 twist will be an issue when just plinking away now and again with everyday off the shelf 55gr ammo, especially when I won't be shooting at any great distance?

no not all, my 1 x 7 shot 55 grain ammo 90% of the time. only used the 77 on long range stages, now if you want to shoot say 45 grain bullet then 1-8.

[DHF]

I like Midway's AR Stoner offering as it has everything I want including 5R rifling except for the rifle length gas system.

 

Just to share.  Here is what I have found that might work for me, so far.  Please feel free to comment if you have any opinion, info or other suggestions.

 

Sorry it is a long list but thought I would share what my searching has found in case it saves someone else a little time.

 

 

Criterion Barrels - http://criterionbarrels.com/barrels/ar-15/ar-15-hbar

  Also Sold by Brownells:  http://www.brownells.com/rifle-parts/barrel-parts/rifle-barrels/ar15-m16-criterion-barrels-prod54733.aspx

 

White Oak Armament - http://www.whiteoakarmament.com/xcart/product.php?productid=17518&cat=250&page=2

   Also Sold by Brownells:  http://www.brownells.com/rifle-parts/barrel-parts/rifle-barrels/ar-15-m16-match-barrels-prod54526.aspx?avs|Cartridge_1=AJO_223%20Wylde&avs|Length_1=18

 

Nordic Components -  http://nordiccomp.com/retail/shop/ar-15-10/nordic-223-wylde-18-competition-barrel/

  Joe Bob Outfitters:  http://www.joeboboutfitters.com/Nordic_Components_223_Wylde_18_Competition_Barre_p/nc-18r-223w.htm

 

Rainer Arms - http://www.rainierarms.com/?page=shop/detail&product_id=2902

 

JP Enterprises -  http://www.jprifles.com/1.4.1_barrel.php

Package at Midway http://www.midwayusa.com/product/839991/jp-enterprises-barrel-and-bolt-ar-15-223-wylde-medium-contour-1-in-8-twist-18-stainless-steel-with-adjustable-gas-block-gas-tube-jp-small-compensator

 

Black Hole Weaponry (Polygonal 3 groove rifling) - http://www.blackholeweaponry.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=21&products_id=218&osCsid=213c42f8f55845658b30123f714b4beb

 

Loki Weapon Systems  - http://loki.18birds.com/products-2/components/lws-ar-15-18-m4-stainless-double-fluted-barrel-detail

 

AR15 Performance (Not in Stock but maybe soon) - http://www.ar15performance.com/inc/sdetail/11562/12294

Edited October 26, 2013 by DHF

[Grand Torino]

 

 

Black Hole Weaponry (Polygonal 3 groove rifling) - http://www.blackhole...b30123f714b4beb

Buy one of these and you'll never be sorry. I have these and White oak barrels....both are excellent, accurate choices.

[DHF]

Buy one of these and you'll never be sorry. I have these and White oak barrels....both are excellent, accurate choices.

 

Thanks for the feedback.

I am strongly leaning towards getting both a White Oak and a Black Hole Weaponry barrel.  It has been a good year and who knows what/when the next thing will happen that will make them in short supply.

[trevorst]

I am a big fan of Lothar-Walther and Lilja. If I was looking for another AR barrel that would be my first two calls.