Falkor Defense Dracos and IRIS - SHOT Show 2017!

Published on January 24, 2017
Duration: 9:22

This video from SHOT Show 2017 introduces Falkor Defense's new Draco Barrel system and IRIS series rifle. The Draco Barrel features a composite construction designed for rapid heat dissipation, offering a lifetime warranty. The IRIS series is presented as an intermediate-range sniper system chambered in calibers like .308 Winchester, 260 Remington, and 6.5 Creedmoor, suitable for law enforcement and intelligence applications. The discussion also covers a patent-pending two-piece adjustable gas block designed to manage dwell time, particularly beneficial when using suppressors or with different ammunition loads.

Quick Summary

The Falkor Defense Draco Barrel is a composite barrel designed for rapid heat dissipation, featuring a steel liner, aluminum sleeve, and a proprietary internal mixture. It offers a lifetime warranty due to its ability to handle high round counts and reduce barrel temperature significantly, as demonstrated in an HP White lab study.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to SHOT Show 2017 Coverage
  2. 00:09Falkor Defense Booth with Clint Walker
  3. 00:31New Calibers Introduced by Falkor Defense
  4. 01:07Falkor Defense IRIS Series Rifle
  5. 01:54Introduction to the Falkor Defense Draco Barrel
  6. 02:11Draco Barrel Technology Explained
  7. 03:07Draco Barrel Performance at Iraq Vet Shoot
  8. 03:26Impact of Ambient Temperature on Rifles
  9. 03:53Two-Piece Adjustable Gas Block System
  10. 04:36Understanding Dwell Time in Firearms
  11. 06:38Benefits of Adjustable Dwell Time
  12. 07:00Draco Barrel Lifetime Warranty
  13. 07:29HP White Lab Study on Draco Barrel Heat Dissipation
  14. 08:23Availability of Draco Barrels
  15. 08:54Conclusion and SHOT Show Wrap-up

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Falkor Defense Draco Barrel?

The Falkor Defense Draco Barrel is a composite barrel designed for rapid heat dissipation. It features a steel liner, aluminum sleeve, and a proprietary internal mixture that pressurizes the chamber to pull heat away quickly, offering a lifetime warranty.

What is the IRIS series rifle from Falkor Defense?

The IRIS series is Falkor Defense's intermediate-range sniper system. It's chambered in calibers like .308 Winchester, 260 Remington, and 6.5 Creedmoor, featuring a 13.5-inch barrel and ambidextrous controls, making it suitable for law enforcement and tactical applications.

How does the Falkor Defense adjustable gas block work?

Falkor Defense's patent-pending two-piece adjustable gas block features a pneumatic spring that allows users to adjust the dwell time of the rifle. This system helps manage the cycling timing, which is crucial when using suppressors or different ammunition loads.

What are the benefits of the Draco Barrel's heat dissipation?

The Draco Barrel's advanced heat dissipation allows for significantly higher round counts without overheating. An HP White lab study showed it remained at 207°F after 380 rounds in under 3 minutes, a drastic improvement over standard steel barrels, leading to its lifetime warranty.

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