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Birthed from Faxon Machining (est. 1978), the DNA of Faxon Firearms is rooted in the quality machining and engineering expertise that has put parts on Mars, the ocean floor, and supported our national defense.
HISTORY. In 2011, Bob Faxon, a firearms enthusiast and lifelong shooter, had an idea to design an AR-15 upper with all the features that he wanted on his current ARs but didn’t have. In 2012 Faxon Firearms was born. Bob set aside a part of Faxon Machining to begin the firearms business.
Nov 10, 2021 · Faxon Firearms is one of those brands that has become widely recognized and respected across the industry as producing affordable barrels that deliver consistent high quality and accuracy. We had an opportunity to talk with Bob Faxon, the President of Faxon Firearms , about the Faxon Story.
- The Ascent: Let’s Talk Basics
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So, you’re probably asking what is the Ascent? Well, straight up, the Ascent series is Faxon’s most affordable AR-15. Period. As I mentioned before, you have the option of a full-length AR-15or a smaller AR pistol. Both guns feature a forged receiver set with nitride finish. Upfront, you’ll find an M-LOK handguardready to accept lights, lasers, or ...
Ergonomics are completely familiar and what you’ve come to expect from an AR platform. Controls sit where they’re supposed to be, and everything works crisply and cleanly. Generally speaking, the Ascent feels good. The handguards on both the pistol and full-length rifle offer plenty of room to get a good grasp. They also feel nice. No complaints he...
There’s an ammo shortage right now, so I only used steel-cased Wolf. Sorry, not sorry. I also grabbed every AR magazine I could find to test alongside the Faxon pair. Happy to report, every magazine fed great. Zero problems. Speaking of things working well, both guns ran great! They fed, fired, and ejected as intended with no issues. Even running R...
Reliability: 5/5 I used discount magazines. Fed it garbage Russian ammo. I wasn’t gentle. And I couldn’t make this thing quit. It runs. Ergonomics: 4/5 It’s an AR. We don’t need to have a discussion about this. Accuracy: 4.5/5 Shots where you want them. Every time. Customization: 7/5 Knock yourself out. Value: 4/5 Lot of bang for the buck here. But...
Overall, Faxon Firearms’ Ascent lineup is a serious contender in the budget-friendly AR space. Both models felt great and ran with zero issues. I don’t have anything to gripe about. You’ll likely want to add a few upgrades down the road just to kick this platform up a notch, but we’re talking about a charging handle, grip, stock, and maybe a trigge...
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May 21, 2019 · Faxon Firearms, now known for its innovative parts, accessories and complete rifles and pistols has become a mainstay for consumers looking to improve and elevate their favorite builds; but...
Faxon Firearms, Cincinnati. 79,474 likes · 500 talking about this. Faxon Firearms is a family-owned and operated manufacturer of firearms, parts, and accessories.
