Faxon Firearms on ARFCOM at SHOT Show 2026 | Factory Interview

While at SHOT Show 2026 in Las Vegas, the Faxon Firearms team had the opportunity to sit down with the crew from ARFCOM (AR15.com) for an in-depth conversation about where Faxon has been — and where we’re headed next.

As one of the most respected firearms communities in the industry, ARFCOM has long been a place where serious shooters, builders, and professionals gather to exchange unfiltered feedback. That made this interview the perfect venue to talk candidly about American manufacturing, engineering-driven product development, and how Faxon Firearms continues to expand well beyond barrels alone.

Watch the Full ARFCOM Interview

From Barrels to Complete Systems

During the interview, the conversation naturally starts with what Faxon Firearms is best known for: precision rifle and pistol barrels manufactured entirely in-house in Greater Cincinnati, Ohio. But it doesn’t stop there.

Over the last several years, Faxon has intentionally evolved into a full-spectrum firearms manufacturer — producing complete AR-15 platforms, the patented ARAK-21® system, FX-series pistols, FX7 bolt-action rifles, and a growing lineup of suppressors and mounting solutions.

That vertical integration is no accident. Backed by the Faxon family’s manufacturing roots dating back to 1978, the company applies aerospace, defense, and mission-critical machining practices to every product that carries the Faxon name.

What We Talk About in the Interview

• Why Faxon remains committed to manufacturing in the USA
• How in-house barrel production drives accuracy, durability, and consistency
• The philosophy behind Faxon’s AR-15 Sport, Pro, and Premiere lineups
• Expanding into suppressors as a complete firearm ecosystem
• What shooters can expect from Faxon in 2026 and beyond

Engineering First. Always.

One theme that comes through clearly in the ARFCOM interview is Faxon’s engineering-first mindset. Rather than chasing trends, product decisions are driven by material science, real-world use cases, and feedback from professional end users.

Whether it’s dialing gas system lengths for suppressed shooting, optimizing lightweight barrel profiles, or developing flow-optimized suppressor cores, every design choice is made with performance and longevity in mind.

The Fellowship of Firearms®

At its core, this interview is also about people. Faxon Firearms is proud to be family-owned, American-made, and deeply connected to the community of shooters who run our products hard and hold us accountable.

That shared passion is what we call The Fellowship of Firearms® — a commitment to quality, innovation, and standing behind what we make.

If you missed us at SHOT Show 2026, this ARFCOM interview is a great way to get a closer look at what drives Faxon Firearms today — and what we’re building for tomorrow.

To explore our full lineup of firearms, barrels, suppressors, and components, visit faxonfirearms.com .