The Faxon Blog and Podcast

Can I Use a Suppressor on a Pencil Barrel? The combination of a suppressor and an AR-15 rifle can provide numerous benefits, from reduced noise and recoil to improved shooter comfort. We are often a … read more

Does Faxon Make Custom Barrels?A unique, entirely custom barrel is a popular way to personalize a firearm, achieve a unique goal or complete an interesting project firearm. We here at Faxon Firearms a … read more

Originally posted here.While an AR-15 may seem like a relatively uncomplicated machine with only about 200 parts that can be assembled with a hammer, pin punch, and basic knowledge, achieving ext … read more

Originally posted here.Rifling is the process of incorporating spiral grooves into the interior of a firearm’s barrel in order to increase accuracy by imparting spin to the bullet as it exits the … read more

Rifling of a Barrel: A Complete GuideBarrel rifling can be a confusing subject even for experienced gun owners. Between all the various types (Button, 5R, Polygonal, etc.) and some of the marketing hy … read more