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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.
after one of these, need it to go with my cornerstone forged receiver set. actually wouldn't mind picking up an extra mega or a zev slide lock either for the right price.
Ruger AR grip (w/ screw) - $5 SOLD
Standard angle (25?)
Came on my Gen1 Precision Rifle, fits any AR
Used maybe 20 rounds... If that matters
Generic Gas Block (0.75") and Pistol tube - $15 SOLD
Used on a 300 BLK build for <100 rounds
Generic PSA Charging Handle - $5 SOLD
Brand new, racked a...
PSA 16” upper with bolt carrier and charging handle - $275
Also have a detachable rear sight that I’ll dig up tomorrow.
BCG has a cap screw needing replaced.
Face to face preferably on the east side of the Portland metro area.
SOLD
I'm selling a nearly new Sharps Rifle Company XPB BCG with a Strike Industries Extended latch charging handle. The BCG has a DLC coating and is made from extremely strong tool steel, much more durable than standard BCG's. It also has sloped lugs on the bolt which make it feel extremely...
1970 Ruger receiver, bolt and trigger group. These were factory anodized by Ruger before they changed to painting them. Includes left hand charging handle with integral scope rail. The trigger guard has some wear shown in the photos. $150
Can meet Eugene to Albany.
Broke my charging handle, not in gun but laying on ground. Stepped on it wearing my work boots (big boy at 6'6" and 320) so snap! Recommend replacement? Not a 3 Gun or ninja completion gun.
***SOLD***
I have a very lightly used BCM Mod A44 Ambi Charging Handle for the AR-15 platform. Has normal wear from cycling, but never used in a firing gun.
Asking $60
Asking $15 + shipping to CONUS.
paid $30 a few months ago, which is retail. very clean. no scratches/ marks. maybe 50 rounds through the upper while it was installed. It works fine, I just have too many.
AR platform charging handle
full info and pics on manufacturers site:
Charging Handle...
SOLD
falcon 37 HABU mod 1 (ar15) charging handle. Very unique, makes it like racking a pistol slide and gives a nice adjustable cheek weld. Like new except some normal wear on top where it rubs the inside of the upper as shown in pic.
Here is a link that describes it -
HABU® Mod 1 Advanced...