DIRTY SECRET about Custom Glock Barrels: You Won't Believe This!

Published on January 5, 2018
Duration: 11:25

A significant portion of custom Glock barrels are manufactured by a single OEM, leading to similar performance across brands. Faxon Firearms distinguishes itself by manufacturing its barrels in-house, offering unique features like flame fluting and TiN coating. Their Glock 17 barrel, made from 416R stainless steel with a 1:10 twist and 11-degree crown, demonstrates excellent accuracy and tight lockup after extensive testing.

Quick Summary

The majority of custom Glock barrels (90-95%) are made by a single OEM, leading to similar performance across brands. Faxon Firearms distinguishes itself by manufacturing its barrels in-house, offering unique features like flame fluting and TiN coating on their 416R stainless steel Glock 17 barrels.

Chapters

  1. 00:00The Industry Secret: Custom Glock Barrels
  2. 00:36Faxon Firearms: In-House Manufacturing
  3. 02:34Glock 17 Build Overview
  4. 03:44Faxon Barrel Features & Wear Analysis
  5. 05:03Technical Specifications: 416R Steel, 1:10 Twist
  6. 06:50Performance, Accuracy & Value Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the industry secret about most custom Glock barrels?

The surprising industry secret is that approximately 90-95% of custom Glock barrels on the market are manufactured by a single original equipment manufacturer (OEM). This means many different brands sell barrels that are functionally identical in performance.

How does Faxon Firearms differentiate its Glock barrels?

Faxon Firearms manufactures all their barrels in-house in Cincinnati, Ohio. This allows them to control quality and implement unique features like flame fluting and specific coatings, unlike brands that simply rebrand OEM barrels.

What are the key technical specifications of the Faxon Glock 17 barrel?

The Faxon Glock 17 barrel is constructed from 416R stainless steel, features a 9mm SAAMI spec chamber, an 11-degree target crown, a 1:10 twist rate, and button rifling. It often includes a durable Salt Bath Nitride finish with a TiN coating.

How durable is the Faxon Glock barrel after extensive use?

After approximately 800 rounds, the Faxon barrel showed minimal wear, particularly on the locking lugs. This suggests good durability and longevity, even with features like flame fluting and advanced coatings.

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