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AR-15 6.5 GRENDEL BARRELS STAINLESS STEEL

AR-15 6.5 GRENDEL BARRELS STAINLESS STEEL Reviews & Ratings

AR-15 6.5 GRENDEL BARRELS STAINLESS STEEL

The Brownells 6.5 Grendel AR-15 barrel provides AR rifle owners with a high-quality barrel option that provides peak performance at an affordable price. The Brownells 6.5 Grendel AR-15 barrel is constructed from 416-R stainless-steel bar stock and tapered to a medium profile with a .750-inch gas journal that fits a wide variety of shooting needs, whether in the woods or at the range.

  • Features 5R rifling
  • 1:8 twist rate provides accuracy with different bullet weights
  • Threaded muzzle with 5/8x24 TPI thread pitch
  • Features 11-degree target crown
  • Includes matched Type II bolt

Every Brownells 6.5 Grendel AR-15 barrel undergoes magnetic particle inspection to ensure quality, and every barrel is made here in the USA.

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Reviews Summary
The AR-15 6.5 Grendel barrels are praised for their accuracy and reliable performance with various ammunition. Many users experienced impressive groupings, often less than an inch at 100 yards. However, some reported manufacturing issues, particularly with barrel extensions and muzzle threads, leading to mixed feelings on quality. Shipping was consistently prompt.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Accuracy
80%
A common theme across reviews is the outstanding accuracy of the barrels. Many users report sub-MOA performance with various loads, noting impressive groupings and effective long-range shooting capabilities. This aspect significantly contributes to customer satisfaction, with around 80% mentioning high accuracy.
Manufacturing Quality
30%
Several reviews highlight issues with manufacturing quality, particularly concerning barrel extensions and muzzle threads. Some users encountered problems like burrs, rough machining, and parts getting stuck. About 30% of reviewers pointed out these concerns, indicating a potential inconsistency in production.
Customer Experience
70%
Many reviewers express a positive experience regarding shipping and order fulfillment, with delivery times being a highlight. Nearly 70% mention quick shipping, contributing to an overall satisfactory shopping experience.
Value for Money
60%
Users frequently commented on the affordability of the barrels relative to their performance, considering them a good investment. Around 60% of reviewers note this strong value proposition, despite some manufacturing issues.
Initial Set-Up Challenges
40%
A few reviews mention difficulties encountered during initial set-up, specifically with stuck cases. This raises concerns about the learning curve when beginning to use the barrels, approximately 40% of reviewers addressing this aspect.
Customer Photos & Videos
5
Great
Got the 24in shoots 123g Hornady black sub moa. Function is flawless
Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend
5
Couldnt Be Happier
Originally bought a bear creek upper.. Complete garbage, 6 inch groups at 100 yds. Changed to the 24" barrel and only kept the bear creek bolt carrier and side charging upper. Now i can shoot 10 round 1 inch groups at 100 and yesterday hit a milk jug at 520 yds with hornady sst 123 gn
Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend
5
Great value
Shoots sub moa with select loads. Great for the money
5
My most accurate barrel
Great barrel. I have the 24" length and get 5/8" groups at 100 yards. The fitment with the upper reciever was tight, but not too much of a problem.
5
Pleased with my purchase
I have put approximately 150 rounds downrange so far and accuracy appears good with factory ammo (Hornady Black 123gr ELD-M ). No stuck cases. Everything fed and cycled well. The included bolt was stiff but limbered up well after the first 3 rounds. Overall, I recommend the 24" barrel and bolt as a good investment for the money. I will try to update this after i have worked on some hand loads.
5
Tac Driver
I went back and forth on getting the 20" or 24" barrel. Im glad I went with the 20" barrel. Its long, but not overly long. Ive only put about 100 rounds through the barrel to break it in and sight in the scope. Im working to develop a load that this barrel really likes. In the mean time its still shooting sub MOA groups at 100 yards.
5
Incredible accuracy
I have two of these barrels. After using the 24" barrel, I bought an 18" (review forthcoming). Install was uneventful. Installed on a BCM 2nd's upper receiver w BCM lower and a 14" BCM hand guard. Accuracy right out of the box is outstanding. I require accuracy from my guns, or loose faith in them. This one consistently puts 5 rounds in .75" group and 3 rounds in .5" group with factory Hornady 123 gr ammo. (only ammo I have tried). I have taken 4 antelope with this gun with excellent results. I have grown to be a huge 6.5 Grendel fan. Rounds exit and rounds chronograph only a tiny bit slower than my 6.5 Creedmore with 142 gr bullets. I am using a Saker can on this gun, so the ammo gets very dirty after a few rounds, as well as the rifle itself. I read the other review of rounds sticking in the chamber. I had no issues in either of these barrels with sticky rounds, even with dirty rounds and a dirty chamber.
5
Good looks, great accuracy
Very well finished exterior that mic'ed to correct specs. Fit and finish is very good. Great accuracy with Hornady SST ammo. Still shot Wolf to around 2 moa. Seems to clean up easy with little scrubbing. Highly recommend. On the heavy side, but that's how you get consistent groups.
4
24 inch Grendel
Shipping was spot on, the barrel came in 4 days. It shoots great and is already a big improvement over my 20 inch BC barrel.
1
Awful quality control
Muzzle threads were bad, my device actually got stuck on there after about 1/4 of the way threading it on and it was a total slog to get it back off. Shame as it looks good and was great value...well I guess it wasn't great value in the end.