Wet Worx Outfitters introduces exclusive Noveske MK12 Mod H barrels, featuring a 16-inch, match-grade stainless steel design for enhanced precision and reliability in marksman roles. Chambered for 5.56mm NATO with a 1:8 twist rate, these barrels accommodate suppressors and are engineered for the needs of special operations forces.
Wet Worx Outfitters state “The Noveske MK12 Mod H barrel is a 16-inch, match-grade stainless steel barrel designed for the MK12 Special Purpose Rifle (SPR) Mod H, also known as the “Holland” rifle. This barrel, chambered for 5.56mm NATO, features a 1:8 twist rate and a mid-length gas system, optimized for precision and reliability in designated marksman roles. It is specifically contoured to accept an Ops Inc. or Allen Engineering muzzle brake and suppressor collar, making it a critical component for the Mod H’s role in special operations. The barrel’s design reflects a collaboration between Master Sergeant Steve Holland of the 5th Special Forces Group and John Noveske, founder of Noveske Rifleworks, aiming to create a shorter, lighter, and more practical rifle for special forces applications.”
KEY DETAILS:
Length: 16 inches, a reduction from the 18-inch barrels of the Mod 0 and Mod 1, enhancing maneuverability in urban and confined environments.
Material: Match-grade 416 stainless steel, ensuring durability and precision.
Twist Rate: 1:8, optimized for stabilizing heavier 77-grain projectiles like the Mk262 cartridge, which was developed specifically for the SPR program to improve terminal ballistics at extended ranges.
Gas System: Mid-length, providing smoother cycling and reduced wear compared to a carbine-length system, while maintaining reliability with or without a suppressor.
Profile: SPR profile with a step cut to accommodate an Ops Inc. 12th Model or Allen Engineering AEM5 suppressor, ensuring proper alignment and secure attachment.
Muzzle Device Compatibility: Designed for an Ops Inc. or Allen Engineering muzzle brake with a long collar, which serves as a mounting point for the suppressor.
Coating: Early Mod H barrels were coated in Flat Dark Earth (FDE) Cerakote or similar finishes (e.g., KG Gun-Kote or Duracote) to match the rifle’s aesthetic and provide corrosion resistance. Some sources suggest Cerakote H265 was used, reflecting the 2007 timeframe when the Mod H was introduced.
Chamber: Early Noveske barrels, including some Mod H variants, used a tight Mod 0 chamber, which was highly accurate but sensitive to ammunition variations. This chamber was later phased out in favor of a more forgiving 5.56 NATO chamber.
SOURCE: https://wetworxoutfitters.com/
