Noveske has taken over the market in superior and extended life AR-15 parts ideal for any skill level with immaculate function and extreme resilience. Reply. Noveske Rifleworks was founded in 2001 to design and manufacture more lightweight rifle components like flash suppressors, gas blocks, and blackout barrels. [ARCHIVED THREAD] - What's so special about Noveske Guns? Posted: 5/13/2009 10:32:49 AM EST Don't forget Douglas. IMO, the Noveske barrels are what makes them desirable. Any use of this content without express written consent is prohibited. Are they made in-house or are they sub-contracted? These days it seems like they're full of goofy marketing and into rebranding everything they can, than adding a premium to it. Barrel life is a variable, as the point at which any given shooter becomes dissatisfied with the weapon’s accuracy will differ. They're priced like top tier barrels but that may be based mainly on brand perception, like I think is the case with Colt. I have built many ARs and currently own a fair amount of them. I had an (extremely) early full factory model and a more recent one. There is a fellow on Gunbroker who used to own a company called NextGenerationArms and they apparently made some pretty cutting edge at platform rifles, this was back in the mid 2000's. Actually Wilson Arms has owned Cooper Rifles for almost 10 years now... We get the exact same quality barrel Cooper does. The Wilson arms barrel company in Brantford, Connecticut. The second was a 13.7, the third was a 10.5. Colt and Remington spring to mind, with Noveske right behind. It was true for Bushmaster, RRA, Stag/CMT, then it was … But honestly none of the forging companies are bad. Damn accurate barrels. The answer to your question is "the barrel". The one I'm not sure about is Noveske. The answer to your question is "the barrel". Wilson has been making barrels for over 50+ years and makes the barrels for Cooper Rifles. 10.5″ Lightweight Contour Barrel, 300BLK $ 370.00 Read more. I was blown away by the quick movement between targets this barrel affords because of its lighter weight. There’s a damn good reason most gun makers farm-out the work: building barrels is a tricky and expensive business. Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to receive firearm news, product discounts from your favorite Industry Partners, and more. AR15.Com reserves the right to overwrite or replace any affiliate, commercial, or monetizable links, posted by users, with our own. Noveske is committed to delivering a complete product without compromise. I have a Douglas 20" SDM-R, 18" SPR and a 16" recon type (on order), all from Compass Lake, They are damned accurate, reasonably priced too. FMOS carrier is nice but not necessary. I've owned two of their SS models and they make a good SS barrel but I'd say everything else is just average. Are they worth the price? The barrel. smooth action? The Noveske Rifleworks operations is located at Grants Pass, Oregon. To seriously answer the OP's question Pac Nor makes Noveske's stainless barrels to his specs etc. AR15.COM is the world’s largest firearm community and is a gathering place for firearm enthusiasts of all types. At Noveske, everything they make, from barrels and bolts to hand guards and flash hiders, literally every firearm component they make is designed and manufactured with the same obsessive attention to detail. The 2  I have are older, from the era when John was around. Their barrels are. This video is a comparison between the Noveske SPR 18" barrel and the Wilson Combat Recon Tactical 18" barrel. The one I'm not sure about is Noveske. Again, they are still a great company, but I'm not sure the performance justifies the price in today's market. Sure, a smooth action is nice, but it's way down the list of things I'm concerned with on an AR. Out of stock . I've shot a thousand or more rounds through it; suppressed and unsuppressed. Regardless of spec a crap company will struggle to make a good barrel. Agree to their barrels being amazing, my 14.5" will wear steel out at 500 yards with cheap 55gr m193, let alone high end ammo. Noveske Was The Watchword For Barrels. Their barrel … Bug holes. Their barrel profile is a medium weight barrel closer to the receiver where the barrel heats up the most. Noveske makes great SBR barrels, they're heavy duty and accurate. Noveske Infidel, Gen 4, Semi-automatic Rifle, 223 Rem/556NATO, 13.7" Barrel (16" OAL with Pinned Brake), KX3 Muzzle Device, Black Finish, Magpul MOE SL Stock, 30Rd, NSR-15 (M-Lok) Handguard 02000711 MSRP: $2,675.00 Edit: my uppers are coming with the FA BCG. As a cold hammer-forged steel solution with a pin-ready low-profile gas block and a corresponding gas tube and pin already in the box, it’s ready for action no matter what you ask of it. I have a 16" Mid-length Recce in 1/7 and would put it up against any premium 20" rifle barrel. Out of stock Compare Quick view. They function great without gimmicks, a JP Ent. AR15.COM is the world’s largest firearm community and is a gathering place for firearm enthusiasts of all types. I have used quality receivers (including Noveske lowers) but, I must say that these were by far the smoothest action I have ever tried. This barrel’s QPQ nitride finish, CMV steel composition, and MPI/air-gauge testing make it last forever. FNM’s manufacturing plant in South […] Noveske Gen 4 Ghetto Blaster SBR 300blk 7.94" Noveske. They are sweet. I wouldn’t mind ordering a 16” gen 3 with mlok, or possible a rogue hunter. These two gen 3’s were at my Cabela’s the other day. Though, I'd prefer to buy the barrel and build my own. All Rights Reserved. They make the finest CHF barrels I have used for any application. The company sells such products as the KX3 muzzle brake, KX5 muzzle brake, the NSR rail system, and the Switchblock gas block system. Noveske uses Pac-Nor barrel blanks to make their barrels. Regardless of spec a good company is not going to make a crap barrel. What buffer springs do they use? Years ago, after buying some Colts, I decided to build my own ARs and they were every bit as good as the Colt. Which comes full circle to my point of saying who makes your barrel unless you are ashamed of who it is. You can count on one hand the number of firearms manufacturers that make their own barrels. When John was alive I had a lot of respect for him and Noveske in general. Noveske Rifleworks was founded in 2001 to design and manufacture more lightweight rifle components like flash suppressors, gas blocks, and blackout barrels. The first was on a 16” infantry rifle that had the stamp half on the upper and half on the lower. I wish I could to buy more Noveske AR's, as it stands the one I have will be my sons some day. Reply. Their barrels has magical pixie dust built into them. I also kinda see them as a "lifestyle brand" but maybe it is some type of east coast / west coast disconnect. The Wilson Arms barrels … Noveske uses Pac-Nor barrel blanks to make their barrels. I have one of their complete rifles from around 2007 (with the cross on both receiver halfs) I love it. Do they spray Teflon all over them, only to have it wear off after 1k rounds and then they are not so smooth any longer? One day I will get one. From my understanding they use barrel steel you normally only see used for machine guns that are also double chrome lined. Clearly they make high quality, rugged barrels, and a lot of people recommend them but I never seem to see a lot of accuracy information accompanying the recommendations. After working the actions on them, I must say that I was impressed. LOL @ them being forged in the fires of Mount Doom. Copyright © 1996-2021 AR15.COM LLC. In my mind, the barrel is the component that sets it apart. That is however just what I've read and I could be wrong. View Quote. Overall, I couldn’t be more pleased with the versatility of this $160 Faxon Firearms favorite. They're priced like top tier barrels but that may be based mainly on brand perception, like I think is the case with Colt. The Noveske Rifleworks operations is located at Grants Pass, Oregon. The top is basically one long Picatinny Rail for strapping on lights, laser pointers and even long distance optics. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JbMdPStxD10, https://www.ar15.com/forums/precision-rifles/-ARFCOM-1-MOA-ALL-DAY-LONG-Challenge-/17-51/, https://www.ar15.com/forums/general/Position-Shooting-Association-Challenge-All-Rifles-Welcome-Only-Shooters-May-Apply-/5-1950750/. Noveske uses Pac-Nor's employees and equipment to manufacturer their barrels to their specs. ***Please use the drop down menu to select desired size*** NOVESKE NSR M-LOK HANDGUARD --Hard Coat Anodized 6005-T5 Aluminum --Ultra Light and Robust Design --1913 Continuous Top Rail --M-LOK Direct Attachment System --Steel Barrel Nut Includes: --Handguard --Barrel Nut --Mounting Screws --T25 Wrench --Instructions Not included: --1 1/16" Crowfoot Wrench… [ARCHIVED THREAD] - Who makes noveske barrels? Noveske is most known for producing military and competition grade rifle barrels. What makes them special though? Who makes the FA BCG for Noveske? The complete rifle is debatable, but that's true with 99% of the "top tier" ARs. 5. But not many others. All Rights Reserved. They spec thier barrels to M249 SAW standards, So you are getting basically machine gun barrel when you order a CHF barrel from them, that lasts somtimes twice as long as other high quality barrels. It just didn’t make sense. The KX5 Flash Suppressor will work on any barrel length and now with nearly any handguard! 1; 2 → Out of stock. Noveske Rifleworks was founded by John Noveske in 2001. I have no idea about any truth related to the before, and after death rumors of quality, etc. I am wondering this because I may need one to keep my upper 100% stock Noveske. Noveske's stainless steel barrels are as … Alan February 12, 2019 At 17:21. Noveske barrels are the tits, with the PacNor Barrel blacks they do a Milspec Polyogonal rifling and double Chrome line them. I have a suppressed 10.5 complete Noveske upper. Get your attention? I don't work for Noveske so I don't know exactly what they do but I would assume, ask this again in the florida hometown forum. They used to make quality barrels and I had one of theirs, a 24-inch, heavy, match barrel that shot exceedingly well. Barrels Show Filters Showing 1–12 of 17 results. I had to pay to send it back and the barrel they replaced it with was stupidly over-gassed. Both have been 100% suppressed or unsuppressed, perfect build quality, and are smooth shooters. Both guns predate John's death (in fact the SBR was one of the last ones built before he died if my certificate bearing his signature and my memory is accurate). From hunters and military members, to competition shooters and general firearm enthusiasts, we welcome anyone who values and respects the way of the firearm. Noveske: Well, imagine if you had a 40% success rate on something that you made, and all that labor, material that goes into it, and all the tooling, and yes, you might make money, but you have to charge $1,000 for a barrel to make the same money that you make on a $400 barrel. I’ve had three Noveske barrels. FN is the ONLY company I can think of that manufactures barrel blanks and finished barrels from their own blanks. Compare. This KX3 may be used on: If you own an... $285.99. Clearly they make high quality, rugged barrels, and a lot of people recommend them but I never seem to see a lot of accuracy information accompanying the recommendations. Barrels. 14.5” N4 gen 1. The Noveske CHF Chrome Lined 5.56 AR-15 Barrel is a product you can depend on in any situation. What you can expect is that the barrel … Noveske is most known for producing military and competition grade rifle barrels. Any use of this content without express written consent is prohibited. I find advertising like the video posted cliche, lame, and unbecoming. SubMOA all day with 69gr SMK, looking thru a Steiner T5Xi 1-5x24. I, too, have a couple of factory Noveske rifles (16 inch N4 and 10.5 factory SB). The Noveske NSR (Noveske Skinny Rail) 15" Hand Guard was designed with the goal of being the lightest and smallest free float forend option for the Modern Sporting Rifle enthusiast. AR15.Com reserves the right to overwrite or replace any affiliate, commercial, or monetizable links, posted by users, with our own. I would say Noveske barrels are better than most. 8 models Noveske Lo-Pro Gas Block 300 AAC Blackout Barrel As Low As (Save Up to $24.50) $323.00 Noveske Short Throw Selector Ambidextrous (3) $39.95 (Save $2.00) $37.95 Noveske Action Buffer Spring, Carbine $17.98 (Save 17%) $14.99 Viva Noveske! Not sure if I need to get it from Noveske or to cut out the middle man and get it from whoever makes it. All sub MOA. Barrels are made from barrel blanks by many many many different companies (Colt, Noveske, Bushmaster, DPMS, etc. Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to receive firearm news, product discounts from your favorite Industry Partners, and more. They are made by him and his people to his specs however it is in the same shop with many of the same people. I don't know what is special about Noveske ARs. etc). Noveske Rifleworks is a rifle parts manufacturer located in Grants Pass, Oregon that is best known for producing rifle barrels for military and competition as well as owning several patents on their barrel manufacturing process. From hunters and military members, to competition shooters and general firearm enthusiasts, we welcome anyone who values and respects the way of the firearm. All KX3s are individually serial numbered for quality control. There’s a damn good reason most gun makers farm-out the work: building barrels is a tricky and expensive business. Whatever it was, it was great. Noveske's stainless steel barrels are as good as anyone's. The Noveske KX ‘Flaming Pig’ Flash Suppressor is now available in a slim model! I do not believe in cheap parts or guns so all of them work very well, but last week, I went to a local shop where they hade 5 Noveske N4 factory rifles. Noveske Recon 16” The Noveske KX3 Flash Suppressor US PATENT #'s: 7,836,809 & 8,047,115 Made in Grants Pass,Oregon USA Heat-Treated CM Construction Phosphate Finish 7 ounces 1.35 inch Dia 3.28 inch OAL The Noveske KX3 Flash Suppressor will work on any barrel length. But they make great barrels in general, and they usually come with a pin on gas block and a matched bolt, both big pluses. When I got a 16 inch recon in 2006 I asked him and my example since it is a 1:8 twist and they don't sell those typically it was a pac nor. Share what you know about them, if you don't mind, because for the fist time in a long time, I am wanting to spend stupid money on a factory built gun. Noveske Rifleworks is a rifle parts manufacturer located in Grants Pass, Oregon that is best known for producing rifle barrels for military and competition as well as owning several patents on their barrel manufacturing process. I have an 18" SPR complete upper. Every one of them was smooth as silk and it was impressive. Noveske uses Pac-Nor's employees and equipment to manufacturer their barrels to their specs. After John's passing...nothing makes them special. It is a work of art. That has not happened for a very long time. My understanding was that the people that work at pac nor will clock out of pac nor and clock into Noveske when working on his barrels. Whatever your project may be, this barrel is unmatched in everyday or competitive shooting applications. Some of you all need to understand the difference between a BARREL BLANK and a BARREL. Noveske Handguard Accessories Sort By: Price: Low to High Price: High to Low Most Popular Title Manufacturer Newest Oldest Availability 120 per page 240 per page 480 per page Page of 1 I’ve had two factory Noveskes and don’t ever see myself buying another. Copyright © 1996-2021 AR15.COM LLC. No this is incorrect, KAC was receiving CHF barrel blanks from Colt Canada up until early last year but I distinctly remember a post from KevinB (no longer with KAC, now with FN ironically) on TOS last year stating that KAC transitioned to making their own barrels due to long back log from Colt Canada, so apparently KAC makes their own CHF barrels. pre-broke-in gas rings and a bunch of grease on the buffer spring? Been super happy with mine so that’s what makes it special to me. Jimmy james February 12, 2019 At 16:18. Bug holes baby. He makes a fine 30BR bbl. They have mine. Noveske is really known for its military-grade, heavily chrome-lined barrels, although the rest of the gun is simple and set-up so the military can turn them into the weapon of their dreams. The company sells such products as the KX3 muzzle brake, KX5 muzzle brake, the NSR rail system, and the Switchblock gas block system. Too much flat bill stuff, too much flash, they had a rifle called the "ghettoblaster" with a button you press to open the dust cover (. The KX5 is individually serial numbered for quality control and features an inky … But not many others. The second one had a defective chrome lining job and wouldn’t group for ****. Colt and Remington spring to mind, with Noveske right behind. Noveske used to be known for their barrels, they don’t really do anything special now aside from aesthetics. If we are talking only AR15 barrels add Ruger and Daniel Defense, both CFH their barrels on their own machinery. FN is the ONLY company I can think of that manufactures barrel blanks and finished barrels … The answer to your question is "the barrel". Quick view. Noveske uses Pac-Nor's employees and equipment to manufacturer their barrels to their specs. You can count on one hand the number of firearms manufacturers that make their own barrels. Do they have some other special coating on them that lasts? The barrel is unbelievably accurate; without even trying hard, and using a cheapo scope, it shoots under 0.5" at 100 yards with Black Hills Mk262 ammo. If you follow along you'll notice every 6 months to a year someone else becomes the "must have" AR. Didnt even know Lilja made an AR bbl. http://www.m4carbine.net/showthread.php?t=29295, http://steynian.files.wordpress.com/2009/01/mordor.jpg. Last I heard they were made to Noveske's specs by Pac-Nor and Noveske did the finishing process. We do not make any claim as to how long a barrel will last, as the use, care, and environmental conditions are different for each person. the noveske barrels are very nice as well (the shop that makes them for noveske has one hell of a barrel operation and is known for quality work). Thanks to ROG for answering emails super fast. I have several JP springs and that alone does not make the action any where as smooth as those factory Noveske's. About that times John Noveske was still at the helm of Noveske Rifleworks and making arguably the best rifle barrels to be had. Noveske has taken over the market in superior and extended life AR-15 parts ideal for any skill level with immaculate function and extreme resilience. Noveske Rifleworks was founded by John Noveske in 2001. Noveske is still a great brand; the difference is that when they were at their peak there just wasn't the competition that now exists. They are still just as good. But I have lusted after one for some time. Of course, I did not open it up to look at internal parts because that is just not what dealers want you to do, so I could not investigate the parts. The only thing I can still have an appreciation for is their barrels and receivers. FNM’s manufacturing plant in South Carolina is another exception to the rule. It is still silky smooth and has never malfunctioned. What I would like to know is, how do they get their actions so darn smooth?