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charging handle
The cocking handle, also known as charging handle or bolt handle, is a device on a firearm which, when manipulated, results in the bolt being pulled to the rear, putting the hammer/striker into a spring-loaded ("cocked") "ready and set" position, allowing the operator to open the breech and eject any spent/unwanted cartridge/shell from the chamber, and then load a new round from the magazine or belt if required. By opening the breech, it also helps the operator to verify that the weapon's chamber is clear of any rounds or other obstructions; to clear a stoppage such as a jam, double-feed, stovepipe or misfire; to facilitate moving the bolt back into battery, acting as a forward assist (but not necessarily); and to release a bolt locked to the rear by a catching mechanism on a firearm equipped with a "last round bolt hold open" (LRBHO) feature.
These devices vary significantly between firearms but may occur in the form of a small protrusion or hook from the side of the bolt, a pumped slide or lever. The slide in a pistol performs a similar action as a cocking handle.
In designing a cocking handle, both durability and ergonomics must be taken into account. When heavily used, repeated motion of the handle can lead to metal fatigue, and to avoid part breakage, designs attempt to increase the mean time between failures. Cocking handles must also be easily and comfortably gripped by the hand of a weapon's operator, including when the operator is wearing gloves or other protective equipment which may limit their dexterity. An example of this ergonomic design can be seen in the thumb grooves found on the cocking handles of the British SA80 family of rifles; these provide extra grip when charging the weapon, preventing the bolt from slipping out of the operator's grip before it is fully pulled back.
Cocking handles can be reciprocating or non-reciprocating. The advantage of the former is that it gives the user complete control over the movement of the bolt and bolt carrier. It enables great force to be used to chamber or extract difficult or ruptured cartridges. However, it adds an extra, fast-moving part on the outside of the gun and may limit the way the gun is handled.
Two like new Radian Raptor-SL AR-15 charging handles, one black and one FDE. Bought new, placed in a couple in-progress builds but never ended up using them.
black Radian Raptor-SL...$70 SOLD PENDING FUNDS
FDE Radian Raptor-SL...$80 SOLD
Accept cash and PayPal. Can ship USPS if needed.
AR MAGS
GEN 2 PMAGS- 30 Round (NEARLY BRAND NEW AND CLEAN!)
2- Black with window
1- Desert Tan with window
1- Foliage Green with window
1 - OD Green with window
2- Black wrapped with Gunskins Magskins (1 Don't Tread on me, 1 US FLAG)
ALL 7 FOR $70
USGI Steel Mags
6- Camo Spray Painted
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I'm researching upgrades to components such as the Bolt Release Button and the Charging Handle. I've come across the vendors Taran Tactical and GG&G Tactical.
Any experiences with products from either vendor? Recommendations?
Examples from Tarun Tactical...
Got this from Falcon 37 earlier this year to put on my AR pistol build, but I don't like it on the pistol build and I don't want to hold onto it so I'm selling it at a low price or a straight trade. Some signs of use but nothing that effects function.
This is meant to be used if you run a scope...
Is this item here: AR 308 Charging Handle
Was installed for a couple of days and cycled a few times, but no shots taken with it before I decided I wanted something different.
See list or pictures below, everything is for sale. Most items are new or like new, make offer or see price for reference.
Items:
Standard Milspec A2 Grip ($10)
Hogue/Ergo grip with storage ($10)
Magpul VFG Gen 2 Black ($20)
Magpul VFG Gen 2 FDE ($25)
SB Tactical PDW Pistol Brace ($160)
Fixed...
Used Radian Raptor-SD charging handle. It’s marked AXTS so it’s before the company had a name change. Marked with the ERA3 logo. The handles are spray painted. I would possibly trade for fixed irons for an AR15 + cash on my end.
Radian Raptor
FDE charging handle
used in almost perfect condition
looking for :
- PRI gas buster charging handle
- Vickers FDE sling with HK hooks
- Gen3 FDE window 30rd mags
- Tango down stubby fde
- CQD Endplate
For sale is one (1) Geissele Ambi Super Charging Handle (SCH). This is for an AR-15 (5.56/.223). This is BRAND NEW and has never been used. Asking $75.00. Will accept PayPal, Venmo, Zelle or cash for payment. I will ship to you but you have to pay shipping costs via USPS Flat-Rate shipping.
For sale is one (1) BCM Gunfighter Charging Handle. This one is NOVESKE marked and came off of a factory Noveske rifle. This is for an AR-15 (5.56/.223). This is in excellent condition and works flawlessly. Asking $20.00. Will accept PayPal, Venmo, Zelle or cash for payment. I will ship to you...
I have a NIB 2019 July 4th Raptor/Talon set. Never used, packaging never unsealed. Comes with Radian's Talon with 45/90 safety. I'm looking for $160 plus shipping.
I'm new to the site and have no feedback unfortunately so I don't mind shipping first to someone with good feedback. Or use a...