Overview
The Geissele Freedom Weapon GFW 5.56mm 8" Black SBR (NFA) - 08-472B delivers Super Duty-level performance in an ultra-compact, highly maneuverable package optimized for confined environments and personal defense. Its innovative dual-telescoping stock deploys instantly with a simple pull, offering two solid lock positions and full access to all controls even when collapsed. Tuned around the patented Geissele Phased Array® gas system, Tri-Port™ technology and an 8" cold-hammer-forged, chrome-lined barrel, the GFW provides exceptional reliability, controllability, and remarkably smooth recoil for its size. Premium Super Duty components—including the SSA X® trigger, MK16 rail, Airborne Charging Handle, Maritime Bolt Catch, and A17 grip—ensure duty-grade performance in a weapon that stows small but runs hard.
Protected with Geissele Nanoweapon® coating, originally developed as Picatinny DSL by ARDEC and refined exclusively by Geissele Automatics, the GFW's critical components achieve unmatched corrosion and wear resistance with a diamond-like surface hardness that shrugs off carbon and minimizes lubrication needs. Paired with the included HUXWRX Flash Hider - QD 5.56 for suppressor compatibility, the GFW stands as a serious-use defensive platform in a remarkably compact form factor.
Features:
- Ultra-compact SBR with dual-telescoping GFW stock; instant deployment with two lock positions
- 8" cold hammer forged, chrome-lined barrel with 1:7 twist and Geissele tapered profile
- Geissele Phased Array® gas system with Tri-Port™ for optimized recoil and reliability
- Monolithic bolt-carrier/buffer system with custom-length Super 42® braided spring
- Nanoweapon®-treated components for extreme corrosion, wear, and carbon resistance
- MK16 7" handguard, Airborne Charging Handle, Maritime Bolt Catch, and A17 grip
- SSA X® Wide Body Lightning Bow® trigger for crisp, duty-ready performance
- HUXWRX QD flash hider installed for effortless suppressor integration
- Compact overall length: 21 3/8" collapsed, 27 1/2" extended; approx. weight 5.6 lbs
- Built with Ultra Duty® lower parts and GFW-specific buffer/receiver extension system
Specifications:
- Action: Semi‑automatic Direct Impingement
- Barrel Length: 8"
- Barrel Thread Pitch: 1/2x28"
- Caliber: 5.56mm
- Frame Finish: Black
- Gas Port: Geissele Phased Array® w/ Geissele Tri-Port™ System
- Grips: Geissele A17 Reduced Angle Rifle Grip
- Magazines Included: None
- Rifle Barrel Length: 8"
- Rifle Barrel Twist: 1:7"
- Magazine Type: Detachable
- Rifle Overall Length: 21 3/8" Collapsed | 27 1/2" Extended
- Rifle Stock: GFW Stock Dual-Telescoping Assembly
- Safety: Super Configurable Safety Selector
- Scope Mount: 7" MK16 Handguard Center Tab, Black
- Trigger: SSA X® Wide Body Lightning Bow® Trigger
- Weight: 5.6 lbs
- Caliber or Gauge: 5.56 x 45mm NATO
- Handedness: Ambidextrous
- Iron Sights: No
- Optics Ready: Yes
- Product Type: Rifles
