Faxon Rimfire 22LR 16″ Straight Fluted Barrel 1:16 Twist

Description

This Faxon Rimfire barrel is built for the Ruger 10/22 platform and designed to deliver reliable rimfire performance with a reduced weight profile. Machined from 416-R stainless steel and finished in Salt Bath Nitride, the barrel features 6-groove rifling with a 1:16 twist and a recessed target crown. The straight fluted, tapered contour adapts AR-inspired profiles to rimfire applications while maintaining fitment for standard 10/22 systems. Magnetic particle inspection and in-house quality control are applied during production to ensure consistent standards.

Key Specifications

• The barrel length is 16 inches.
• The cartridge is .22 LR.
• The rate of twist is 1:16.
• The rifling is 6-groove.
• The material is 416-R stainless steel.
• The finish is Salt Bath Nitride.
• The barrel contour is a straight fluted, tapered profile.
• The barrel weight is 1.4 lbs.
• The muzzle threads are 1/2-28.
• Compatible platform: Ruger 10/22.

This barrel suits target shooting, rimfire training and lightweight builds where a reduction in mass and consistent rifling matter. Its recessed target crown and proven 1:16 twist make it well suited to stabilizing common .22 LR projectiles while the Salt Bath Nitride finish enhances surface hardness and corrosion resistance. For users building or upgrading a 10/22-style rifle, this Faxon rimfire barrel provides a balance of precision-oriented features and reduced weight drawn from familiar AR-derived profiles.