While it functions as a standard charging handle, its made to last. They both have a lot of rounds through them without any issues. Chf barrel pinned gas block made in house. The BCM Recce uppers I have gotten do have chf barrels but it is a good point that not all of their uppers do. This smooth finish allows it to glide rearwards with ease. Delivering optimal reliability and accuracy, the free-floating barrel is equipped for an array of various ammo. Do you feel that given access to parts, you would assemble a car better than the Toyota factory? Cmon man- Im gonna make the third request for an AR-10 (specifically the PSA PA 10). The REC7 Gen II is Barretts third AR-pattern rifle chambered in 5.56mm NATO or 6.8 SPC and available with either 9.25- or 16-inch barrels. On the outside, this is a pretty standard-looking charging handle, but upon closer inspection, you can tell Strike put some work into this simple charging handle. I can usually build a bad ass gun for 50% of what it would cost to buy. This ambi charging handle sports two massive latches, and its simple to blade the weapon, even with an optic on the gun. Do we have an opinion on slide charging handles, the over the cheek rest on the AR shoulder butt. Budget is relative to what you are getting for the money. You can spend $12 or $100. But that can often mean costing you an arm and a leg! Talons and Raptors on every rifle. I believe Travis was using a selfie mode to take the picture and then I incorrectly captioned the image as being a left-hand ejecting rifle. I've edited the caption. The Strike Industries ARCH charging handle is a great option and comes in at a low price. Beyond quality and aesthetics, the Model 1 features fully ambidextrous controls, adding much-needed utility for left- and right-handed shooters. Both companies have exceptional products and customer service. Travis Pike is a Marine infantry veteran, firearms enthusiast, and NRA certified instructor. Radian for looks, DD for everything else. You reach some price threshold and you are in what I call "FN SCAR-ville" and at that point I can't justify an AR. The 5.56 option fits all AR-15 pattern rifles, and the 7.62 option fits all DD5 and all DPMS Gen 1 length AR-10 rifles. Totally my fault. The MOD 4B is available in both a mil-spec design and an ambidextrous model. I am using DS Arms NFTE Coated Extended Latch Charging Handles. Some may want to run optics. Machined out of a solid block of anodized aircraft grade 7075-T6 aluminum, the SCH is an ambidextrous charging handle with a symmetrical approach. Question about the Strike Latchless Charging Handle. Add the BCG. The instructions explicitly say it's not for suppressed setups due to the increased gas blow-by, but not an issue for me. One detraction from this design is that the extended portion of the handle is only on the left-hand part of the charging handle. Its supposedly one of the best. Unlike heavy, gritty, GI-type trigger from the previous model, the SSA provides a crisp 4.5-pound pull making one MOA accuracy more the rule than the exception. The best thing I learned was I have a ton of options when it comes to AR-15 builds of all kinds. Ive gone through a lot of charging handles; I mean a lot of them. Note that these are not extended handles (at least compared to some extremely extended handles on the market) which is actually preferred by many shooters because lower profile handles have fewer chances of snagging on gear. WebDaniel Defense doesn't seem to be doing as much innovation, but they do make some really nice pistol grips and stocks that they put on 100% reliable rifles. The 4X4 from BCM is an ambidextrous option for Bravo Company. Aero Precision Ambidextrous Charging Handle, Innovative design keeps it from snagging on gear, Easy to grip in bad conditions or with gloves. Like in the original version, the one-piece spring-operated 17-4 stainless piston is emplaced in the gas block with its primary function to keep more heat away from the receiver and the bolt carrier group. Some handles keep gas from blowing back in your face as much. Keep I hate the Apple look-ahead typing assistant. Since the piston operated AR-15 are known for their extra weight because of the additional parts, the Barrett REC7 Gen II succeeded to be a half-pound lighter than its predecessor. Radian Model 1 Specs Radian Model 1 Performance *Bullet weight measured Both feature ambi selector switches. A community to discuss Daniel Defense rifles. He has his own website at pottsprecision.com. I've only used it a small amount, but I wasn't a big fan. Bcm uses set screws on the gas block and some chf barrels. or fancy, but it functions and does so well. This gas blowback hits the shooter, occasionally carrying carbon to the shooters face. The AR-15 as a platform is upgradeable to an extreme degree. Are there dislikes? The REC 7-DI is a competent package with the Magpul furniture, the free-floated handguard, a two-stage trigger, and the enhanced charging handle. (Compromised means rushed, crappy, and in a hurry.). The Radian Raptor SD is the same old Raptor grip we know and love but vented explicitly for suppressed ARs. The average group size with this load came in at an inch. Sign up for the ARFCOM weekly newsletter and be entered to win a free ARFCOM membership. Or, hide any writing that may be on a garment. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. From hunters and military members, to competition shooters and general firearm enthusiasts, we welcome anyone who values and respects the way of the firearm. The roll pins holding the moving components to the main body are made of stainless steel. I have Radian Raptor LT on all of my rifles, I really like them. The Barrett Reliability Enhanced Carbine (REC.) If we are going to name the lighter-weight choice, we *Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for three 5-shot groups at 100 yards. As you probably know, Eugene Stoners genuine device, AR-15, is designed as an assault rifle based on a direct gas impingement system (DI/DGI) that release gas from the bore into the upper receiver to the bolt carrier group, which then cycles the rifle. (Improving on Mil-Spec is easy when it isnt made by the lowest bidder). As a left handed shooter I appreciate having at least one ambi charging handle detailed. For more AR upgrades, check out Best AR-15 Upgrades for everything from triggers to handguards and more. I haven't shot the radian rifles but I have been putting the charging handles and safeties on everything lately. The Daniel DefenseGRIP-N-RIP charging handle is listed on the companys website at an MSRP of $99. With that being the case, my groups were better than with most AR-platform rifles, but not close to what this blaster is capable of. Just curious what people are putting on their bigger brothers to the AR15s, especially when there are scopes mounted. Also, any info on a side charger? For those who are in a hurry, both models, the Barrett REC7 and the Barrett REC7 DI, are the AR-style rifles chambered for the 6.8 Remington S.P.C. AR-15s have quite a bit of gas blowback when they are suppressed. No mention of the Geissele URGI Airborne Charging Handle? If you want to buy a complete upper, instead of BCM or DD, Id look hard at Wilson Combat. What do you think? The extended charging handles are big enough to allow a blading technique for those of us with tough hands. Putting an extension on the standard mil-spec handle exacerbates the torque on that little pin. I have no time with Radian but I have had some time on an ADM UIC MOD2 I had a while back. Its one of the best I have ever runequal travel backward and forward with a crisp 3-pound break. Coming in at only 1.2 ounces the Radian LT is a functional choice. Lightweight, sturdy, ambi, gas deflecting, and two handle size optionsmuch of that is what weve come to expect from aftermarket charging handles. Do you know why they say it is not meant for use on pistol length AR builds.? The BCM GFH MOD 4 is primarily designed to be used with the blading technique, so the pressure applied via this technique wont damage the charging handle or latch. "Reliability" and "Value" seem to be poorly defined terms in this sub. Having both I can tell you that the only thing Daniel is doing better than Radian is barrels, and maybe customer service. Instead of just grabbing a random pin and throwing it in, Radian chose a dimpled pin so you can use a cartridge to drive the pin out. That spring holds it in place entirely, but you dont even feel it when you charge the weapon. Press J to jump to the feed. Press J to jump to the feed. The MOD 4X4 is priced affordably for a premium-grade charging handle. So much so that when testing these designs, I got a nice case of tennis elbow and a bruised palm. I did, however, learn a ton about charging handles, and there is more to learn than I expected. Still trying to confirm if it's possible to lock the bolt to the rear without dropping the mag *Must have a registered ARFCOM account to win. Garbage product. These handles will clear the eyepiece of any modern scope. To others it's not. Specifications Compatible Accessories Features 1 Muzzle Climb Mitigator Reduced recoil and muzzle rise, keeping you on target for quicker follow-up shots 2 Cold-Hammer Forged Barrel Just my two cents but they are both excellent in terms of finish and At this point it is partly abut time sensitivity. No other charging handle compares. Its textured for a more comfortable grip and outfitted with BCMs load-eliminating design. I might consider the Raptor as well. Their charging handles, grips, and handguards have literally changed the industry. So we want to help you a bit. This additional purchase gives you the ability to quickly charge the weapon and clear malfunctions. Radians mission is clearly stated on the companys website: The design philosophy behind the Radian Model 1 is simple: Use the highest-quality raw materials, the most precise CNC machining equipment and the best components available to create a weapon that seamlessly blends form and function. I probably wont buy any more complete ARs since I like building guns and now have all the tools. LOL Great write-up Travis! The lack of a latch is an interesting idea as it reduces the movements needed to release the latch and manipulate the weapon. Navigating AR charging handles can be a real challenge. WebThe Daniel Defense Grip-N-Rip Charging Handle features enlarged ergonomic handles made of 6061-T6 aluminum for reliable strength and durability in any situation or environment. Why radian BCG, grab the Sionics NP3 coated BCG. The, The lack of a latch is an interesting idea as it, The Latchless Charging Handle can be extended via a, If you are chasing this kind of build and still looking for a lightweight, Coming in at only 1.2 ounces the Radian LT is a, The Radian Raptor LT is lightweight, well-made, and priced well. This particular extended model is a little shorter than an inch past the main body of the charging handle. It's a bit akward, the grip doesn't feel super positive, it's much harder to use if you need to aggressively charge the rifle to clear a malfunction, and I had to change my cheek weld or risk getting poked in the face with the back of the handle on recoil. Id love an LMT or Knights but I wont be dropping money on one anytime soon. Tom personally took care of the issue that day, sending out a replacement part. Its a compact and small charging handle that meets the standard Mil-Spec dimensions. Following the success of its initial collaboration with Vertx, Premier Body Armor announces its continued partnership. Subscribe to Pew Pew Tactical's sales and deals email. DD comes with a CHF Select what level shooter you are! I sbr'd an axts lower though, it is outstanding. Highly recommend it! WebThe DD5 V4, chambered in either 6.5 Creedmoor or 7.62x51mm NATO, provides users of the Daniel Defense semi-automatic platform even greater long-range precision shooting capability. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Trying to decide between these two as well, although being stationed in California will make it difficult to get either. Weve been running them in an AR-9 lately and have zero issues. An upgraded charging handle doesnt mean an extended charging handle, latch-less charging handle, or really anything crazy at all.