Charging Handles

[1775usmc]

You have obviously not tried the FCD/SOLGW joint venture, the "Quick"

What's the big difference between that and the 45 degree throw talons that radian makes?

 

[DirectDrive]

BCM Large (for left pull) and Radian for ambi.

 

[titsonritz]

What's the big difference between that and the 45 degree throw talons that radian makes?

Note the offset levers, that in combination with the 50* throw keep the selectors from interfering with your grip and provides a shelf for the thumb to provide positive and constant feedback as to weapon status.

I have used the Talon, in fact, one of my guns still wears one but the AFS is superior in every way imo. The owner of FCD was a co-owner or Battle Arms Development and chief designer of the original BADASS selector, when he left to form FCD he intentionally steered clear of selectors and focused on other controls. I knew when he finally came around to it they would be worth a look and sure enough years later Roger put out solid winner. No screws to Loctite, loose or damage like the BADASS and no springs/detents to wear out, rust or fail. Just a solid selector that doesn't need to be removed to install a MilSpec style trigger as it should be. I consider installation of roll pins to be SOP when it comes to ARs so I've included that roll pin size in my parts inventory as it is now my go to selector.

ETA:
BTW, Roger does offer an end cap in place of a lever for those that prefer a one sided selector, along with a 90* throw version. Basically all bases covered.

 

[titsonritz]

Pretty cool piece. Looks like a very high quality part.

Everything Roger offers is very high quality. He is a weapon design super geek, not just AR stuff. All my serious ARs have his controls, as mentioned, the ambi-selector, the ambi-mag release, enlarged bolt catch/release and reduced size forward assist. I have other FCD components but along with the Raptor CH and Geissele triggers those are my standard AR controls.

 

[titsonritz]

I have BCM one. But bought a few spare charging handle from Brownells as well. Not sure who makes them but they work in a pinch.

Funny you mentioned BCM and pinch in the same post, their first attempt at a CH design use to pinch the hell out of my fingers.

 

[1775usmc]

Note the offset levers, that in combination with the 50* throw keep the selectors from interfering with your grip and provides a shelf for the thumb to provide positive and constant feedback as to weapon status.

I have used the Talon, in fact, one of my guns still wears one but the AFS is superior in every way imo. The owner of FCD was a co-owner or Battle Arms Development and chief designer of the original BADASS selector, when he left to form FCD he intentionally steered clear of selectors and focused on other controls. I knew when he finally came around to it they would be worth a look and sure enough years later Roger put out solid winner. No screws to Loctite, loose or damage like the BADASS and no springs/detents to wear out, rust or fail. Just a solid selector that doesn't need to be removed to install a MilSpec style trigger as it should be. I consider installation of roll pins to be SOP when it comes to ARs so I've included that roll pin size in my parts inventory as it is now my go to selector.

I'll have to post a picture to illustrate my issue. I still have the same issue with the standard RH selector switch but due to my grip change when flipping on and off I don't deal with it as I don't make contact during the interchange. When I ran the ambi I didn't have to move my grip but it would drag on my left palm due to my high grip.

Maybe I'll have to try it. Or modify one of the talons have by chopping one side of the dove tails off making it flush with the lower. Just the exact opposite of the standard GI version.

I know FCD make top tier stuff and stand behind their products. And they have the best CS.

 

[titsonritz]

I'll have to post a picture to illustrate my issue. I still have the same issue with the standard RH selector switch but due to my grip change when flipping on and off I don't deal with it as I don't make contact during the interchange. When I ran the ambi I didn't have to move my grip but it would drag on my left palm due to my high grip.

Maybe I'll have to try it. Or modify one of the talons have by chopping one side of the dove tails off making it flush with the lower. Just the exact opposite of the standard GI version.

I know FCD make top tier stuff and stand behind their products. And they have the best CS.

In that case I'd probably just stick with a standard Colt reversible selector.

Colt Semi-Auto Safety Selector Lever

Factory Colt semi-auto safety selector lever, fits AR15, M4 and 901 rifles. Reversible to accommodate right or left handed shooters.

armsunlimited.com

COLT REVERSIABLE AR-15 SELECTOR SEMI-AUTO

Check out COLT REVERSIABLE AR-15 SELECTOR SEMI-AUTO with 13 reviews and an overall rating of 4.8, available Online at Brownells Today and many more Rifle Safeties & Parts products are available in our Gun Parts Department.

www.brownells.com

 

[1775usmc]

In that case I'd probably just stick with a standard Colt reversible selector.

Colt Semi-Auto Safety Selector Lever

Factory Colt semi-auto safety selector lever, fits AR15, M4 and 901 rifles. Reversible to accommodate right or left handed shooters.

armsunlimited.com

COLT REVERSIABLE AR-15 SELECTOR SEMI-AUTO

Check out COLT REVERSIABLE AR-15 SELECTOR SEMI-AUTO with 13 reviews and an overall rating of 4.8, available Online at Brownells Today and many more Rifle Safeties & Parts products are available in our Gun Parts Department.

www.brownells.com

That's what I've been looking for!

 

[titsonritz]

That's what I've been looking for!

A little FYI…

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[1775usmc]

A little FYI…

FBI Awards Colt Replacement Carbine Parts IQID Contract to Arms Unlimited | Soldier Systems Daily

Arms Unlimited Inc., a leading supplier of firearms and accessories, has been awarded a $9 million Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract b ...

soldiersystems.net

Now if only it was made with a 45 degree throw. But that's pretty minor.

 

[1775usmc]

@titsonritz thank you! Just ordered one.

 

[titsonritz]

Now if only it was made with a 45 degree throw. But that's pretty minor.

Now you're back to the FCD w/ end cap.

 

[1775usmc]

Now you're back to the FCD w/ end cap.

If it didn't have the end cap I'd be all over it. It's all good. I'm used to the 90 after the marines. Having it on the other side now will be a huge improvement in itself.

 

[titsonritz]

If it didn't have the end cap I'd be all over it. It's all good. I'm used to the 90 after the marines. Having it on the other side now will be a huge improvement in itself.

Yeah the reversible Colt is hard to beat for a single sided selector.

 

[Buddy1211]

+1 for pri m84!

 

[arrowshooter]

Standard mill spec always worked for me, but I'm pretty much all converted to Gibbz side charge uppers now. At the time I made the switch, the Gibbz made the most sense if the change to single shot type bolt action became the only option other than chop saw. The only one that does not have a Gibbz upper is a DDM4v7 I prefer to leave whole.

 

[huntpotter]

I tend to always get the Vltor medium latch. I think they call it Mod 4.
Right about $50. Seems like the best deal, price vs function.

 

[1775usmc]

@titsonritz thanks again. Just got my lefty safety selector in the mail. Can't believe I didn't know about these sooner.

 

[TTSX]

Strike industries T bone or go home

 

[titsonritz]

@titsonritz thanks again. Just got my lefty safety selector in the mail. Can't believe I didn't know about these sooner.

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