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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.
New in original packaging, ordered the wrong size and the company wouldn't take it back because I had attempted to install and there is a small scratch in the paint š
Selling a few items all items have very little use:
1) Aero precision 556 BCG black nitride-$75
2)VG6 Epsilon 556 muzzle brake. Unused-$40
3) Radian raptor charging handle-$45
4) Armaspec SRS buffer tube spring-$40
Cash only. No trades. Lemme know
Have an open box BCM Mod 4B charging handle, inserted in my new build, but decided to get a Radian instead, no rounds fired through it
Also have a standard Mil-Spec Aluminum charging handle with about 40rds through it
$50 for both - Lmk if interested, thanks!
For sale is a limited edition Radian Raptor charging handle and Talon ambi-safety combo from 2018.
The Talon has never been used and the Raptor shows virtually no signs of wear (it was a safe queen).
Trade interests would include (can add cash dependent on deal):
Clone AR parts in general...
Donāt know what happened to my last listing so here we go againā¦
All parts brand new and sealed, will post pics later this week when I get back into town.
Colt Cage Code 13629 Square Forged Upper Receiver
Colt C marked Bolt Carrier Group
Geissele NSN Marked Airborne Charging Handle in DDC...
Selling this brand new receiver set and charging handle. This has not been used in a build yet. Impeccable piece of equipment. The upper and lower literally snap together.
I prefer to meet at an FFL somewhat locally (Pierce County, WA). I prefer not to ship. Cash or Venmo. I would like to sell...
Got this Devil Dog Concepts Charging Handle with the Aluminum Tactical Knob in trade and don't need it.
Open to trade offers for AR parts, 9mm, or 300blk ammo
$100, meet in Beaverton only please. No shipping
Hello!
I recently purchased a 7.62x39 upper from Radical Firearms (RF). I did not expect to receive a BCG or charging handle, but it came with both. As far as I know the BCG is made by Azimuth and the charging handle is made by RF. I already have both, so these would be my spare. I would like...
NEW M84 Gas Buster Charging handle W/ combat latch
Blurb from page:
The Gas BusterĀ® charging handle is a safety device with ergonomic design that diverts harmful gases, oil and dirt particles away from the shooter. The gas buster comes with Combat latch. This is a PRi Patented product. Safety...
Selling my BCM Gunfighter Charging Handle Mod 3B (Large) because I switched to a Radian Raptor. Functions perfect and only has slight wear marks consistent with normal use. MSRP is $39.95
**Only asking $25 (includes shipping)
Here is the description from the BCM website:
A Charging...
AR Irons, BCM CH, VG6 9mm, H2
$20 - UTG Aluminum Flip Up Sights, Slim, Light- weight
$15 - Aero Precision H2 Buffer
$30 - BCM Gunfighter MOD4 Charging Handle
$25 - VG6 Gamma AR9 9mm Muzzle Device, 1/2x28
It is all used, but it's all in great condition. It all works like new.
Pickup in or near...