Description
The Faxon FX7 barreled action takes most of the guesswork out of a bolt gun build. You get the FX7 short action, the flame-fluted bolt, and a 20" 6.5 Creedmoor Gunner-profile barrel already installed and headspaced at Faxon before it ships. That means the fussy part is handled at the factory, and you're left with the fun stuff: picking a trigger, a chassis or stock, and a magazine to make it your own.
The action itself is built on the Remington 700 short-action footprint, so it opens the door to the biggest aftermarket ecosystem in bolt guns. The receiver body is machined from 416 stainless steel and the 4340 carbon steel bolt carries Faxon's signature flame fluting. A 6-lug bolt head arranged in two rings of three gives you a 70-degree throw, which cycles faster than a legacy two-lug design and leaves more knuckle clearance under a low-mounted scope. Both the receiver and bolt wear an ArmorLube DLC coating for corrosion resistance and a low-glare finish, and there's an integrated 20-MOA Picatinny rail plus a built-in recoil lug so you're not chasing extra parts.
Why the 20" Gunner Barrel Hits the Sweet Spot
The Gunner profile is Faxon's lightweight contour, and the 20" length is a genuinely practical choice for a 6.5 Creedmoor. It trims front-end weight for hunting and field work while staying plenty capable at distance. The barrel starts as 416-R stainless, gets 5R button rifling with a 1:8 twist, then honed and lapped for a smooth bore that fouls less and cleans easier. A salt bath nitride finish handles corrosion, and the muzzle is threaded 5/8×24 with a recessed target crown, so brakes and suppressor mounts thread right on.
What the FX7 Needs to Become a Rifle
This is a barreled action, not a complete firearm. To finish the build you'll add a Remington 700-pattern trigger, a compatible short-action stock or chassis, and an AICS or AW pattern magazine. Everything is machined and assembled by a family-owned, American-made shop in the Greater Cincinnati area.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Faxon Firearms
- MPN: FX700SA-308-01-7F1BC8N20NGQ
- UPC: 816341027725
- Action: Bolt Action (Rem 700 short-action footprint)
- Caliber: 6.5mm Creedmoor
- Barrel Length: 20"
- Barrel Profile: Gunner
- Barrel Material: 416-R Stainless Steel
- Rifling: 5R Button Rifled, Honed & Lapped
- Twist Rate: 1:8
- Muzzle Thread: 5/8×24
- Barrel Finish: Salt Bath Nitride (QPQ)
- Receiver Material: 416 Stainless Steel with ArmorLube DLC
- Bolt: 4340 Carbon Steel, 6-Lug, 70-Degree Throw, Flame Fluted
- Rail: Integrated 20-MOA Picatinny
- Magazine Compatibility: AICS and AW Pattern
What’s Included
- FX7 short-action receiver with integrated 20-MOA rail and recoil lug
- 4340 flame-fluted bolt (installed)
- 20" 6.5 Creedmoor Gunner-profile barrel (installed and headspaced)
- 5/8×24 thread protector
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the FX7 6.5 Creedmoor barreled action come with the bolt?
Yes. This FX7 configuration ships with the bolt and the 20" 6.5 Creedmoor Gunner barrel already installed on the action. Everything is headspaced and verified in-house at Faxon before it leaves the shop.
What else do I need to turn this FX7 barreled action into a complete rifle?
You'll need a Remington 700-pattern trigger, a compatible short-action stock or chassis, and an AICS or AW pattern magazine. The barreled action is the core assembly, so once you add those components you're ready to shoot. Some stocks or chassis may need minor inletting to clear the FX7 trigger hanger.
Is the FX7 compatible with Remington 700 parts?
It is. The FX7 uses the Remington 700 short-action footprint, so it drops into a wide range of aftermarket stocks and chassis systems and works with Rem 700-pattern triggers. That footprint gives you access to the largest aftermarket support in the bolt-action world.
Can I run a suppressor or muzzle brake on the 20" Gunner barrel?
Yes. The muzzle is threaded 5/8×24, which accepts most common brakes and suppressor mounts. As always, confirm your specific device and mount are compatible before installing.





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