KM TN Inner Barrel?

XerxesYoung · July 5th, 2007, 19:42

Anyone have experience with 6.04mm KM TN Inner Barrels? How do they perform? And also, what is the difference between a coated and non-coated barrel?

I've searched "TN Barrels" but since the "TN" is too short to be searched, no right results comes up.

Thanks.

bruce · July 5th, 2007, 20:39

You can't go wrong with either KM or Prometheus inner barrels. They both have a teflon-nickel coating or whatever the TN stands for. The coating provides a better surface for lower friction between the inside walls and the bb. It can also reduce wear of the barrel compared to a non-coated barrel.

Skladfin · July 6th, 2007, 00:14

I bought one of these and it should be coming soon =\

I'd like to hear ppl talk about it too

ThunderCactus · July 6th, 2007, 01:34

prometheus ftw

XerxesYoung · July 6th, 2007, 02:31

Quote:

Originally Posted by ThunderCactus

prometheus ftw

so what's your opinion on KM TN barrels?

BBS · July 6th, 2007, 03:01

promethus and KM are almost no difference. KM has TN coating which makes the barrel smoother. both these barrels are 6.04 and 6.03mm in diameter so FPS wise, it'll be the same, Quality wise both are well made and are very popular. its just personal preference, i prefer KM, but i really dunno why. But if you want to go cheap, Systemas are pretty good too.
its just like buying BBs, so many competing brands and marginal differences in quality/performance.

bruce · July 6th, 2007, 12:24

I use both brands and it's very much the same. First choice would be KM because I've been using them longer and never had a problem with them and I like the color of their barrels. I don't have problems with Prometheus also and the color has no effect when you're looking at the performance of these 2 excellent brands. I'll buy Prometheus if the KM is out of stock without thinking twice. KM barrels are made of brass and Prometheus in stainless steel.

damage · July 6th, 2007, 15:10

I have used Systema, KM TN, Prometheus and Madbull tightbores. I am satisfied with their performance. I use custom damagesupertightbores on all of my aeg and BA. Excellent quality and performance.

Blackspeed416 · October 31st, 2007, 12:27

I gained 20fps with the addition of my KM TN tightbore barrel

Styrak · October 31st, 2007, 12:41

Quote:

Originally Posted by bruce

I use both brands and it's very much the same. First choice would be KM because I've been using them longer and never had a problem with them and I like the color of their barrels. I don't have problems with Prometheus also and the color has no effect when you're looking at the performance of these 2 excellent brands. I'll buy Prometheus if the KM is out of stock without thinking twice. KM barrels are made of brass and Prometheus in stainless steel.

I was pretty sure that KM TN barrels are titanium. That's why they're more expensive, and may be why they have the TN on the name?
(I have an M4 length KM TN 6.04)

The Saint · October 31st, 2007, 13:01

I do believe it's a coating of titanium compound, rather than the entire barrel being made from the stuff.

ILLusion · October 31st, 2007, 16:13

The debate is out there on whether "TN" stands for Titanium-Nitride or Teflon-Nitride.

I'm partial towards the former.

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July 5th, 2007, 19:42	#1
XerxesYoung Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2007	KM TN Inner Barrel? Anyone have experience with 6.04mm KM TN Inner Barrels? How do they perform? And also, what is the difference between a coated and non-coated barrel? I've searched "TN Barrels" but since the "TN" is too short to be searched, no right results comes up. Thanks.

July 5th, 2007, 20:39	#2
bruce Super Moderator Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Montreal	You can't go wrong with either KM or Prometheus inner barrels. They both have a teflon-nickel coating or whatever the TN stands for. The coating provides a better surface for lower friction between the inside walls and the bb. It can also reduce wear of the barrel compared to a non-coated barrel. __________________ bruce: Team Bad Karma-(BK-05) : Special Battalion East-(SBE-01)

July 6th, 2007, 12:24	#7
bruce Super Moderator Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Montreal	I use both brands and it's very much the same. First choice would be KM because I've been using them longer and never had a problem with them and I like the color of their barrels. I don't have problems with Prometheus also and the color has no effect when you're looking at the performance of these 2 excellent brands. I'll buy Prometheus if the KM is out of stock without thinking twice. KM barrels are made of brass and Prometheus in stainless steel. __________________ bruce: Team Bad Karma-(BK-05) : Special Battalion East-(SBE-01)

July 6th, 2007, 00:14	#3
Skladfin Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia	I bought one of these and it should be coming soon =\ I'd like to hear ppl talk about it too

July 6th, 2007, 01:34	#4
ThunderCactus Not Eye Safe, Pretty Boy Maximus on the field take his picture! Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2007	prometheus ftw

July 6th, 2007, 03:01	#6
BBS Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: BC, Canada	promethus and KM are almost no difference. KM has TN coating which makes the barrel smoother. both these barrels are 6.04 and 6.03mm in diameter so FPS wise, it'll be the same, Quality wise both are well made and are very popular. its just personal preference, i prefer KM, but i really dunno why. But if you want to go cheap, Systemas are pretty good too. its just like buying BBs, so many competing brands and marginal differences in quality/performance.

July 6th, 2007, 15:10	#8
damage Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Port Coquitlam, BC	I have used Systema, KM TN, Prometheus and Madbull tightbores. I am satisfied with their performance. I use custom damagesupertightbores on all of my aeg and BA. Excellent quality and performance. __________________ Team P.I.M.P. Vancouver BC -Guntech(PM or E-mail only)

October 31st, 2007, 12:27	#9
Blackspeed416 Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2007	I gained 20fps with the addition of my KM TN tightbore barrel __________________ VFC HK416D 14.5RS Laylax Mode-2 Suppressor Hurricane EOTech 551 RICO Alpha 9 Tactical Light KM TN Teflon coated 6.04 barrel Stock Gearbox Systema Magnum Motor FTW!!! Phantom Ciras RS CAA 6 Position Retractable Stock S Arms M4 160rd Midcap Magazines Magpul PTS Enhanced Trigger Guard Magpul PTS MIAD Grip Kit Magpul Ranger Plates NcStar Mark III Advance Tactical Compact Scope

October 31st, 2007, 13:01	#11
The Saint Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Quebec	I do believe it's a coating of titanium compound, rather than the entire barrel being made from the stuff. __________________ "The Bird of Hermes is My Name, Eating My Wings to Make Me Tame."

October 31st, 2007, 16:13	#12
ILLusion GBB Whisperer Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Toronto	The debate is out there on whether "TN" stands for Titanium-Nitride or Teflon-Nitride. I'm partial towards the former. __________________ *Advanced Airsoft Armaments and Enhancements* Quick to the gun, sure of your grip. Quick to the threat, sure of your shot. Diligentia, Vis, Celeritas Accuracy, Power, Speed

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