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Posted: 6/11/2022 12:32:03 PM EDT
[#1]
Geissele ACH / Raptor SL
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Posted: 6/11/2022 12:37:41 PM EDT
[#2]
Quote HistoryQuoted: raptor + talon for the win + geissele maritime bolt catch |
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Posted: 6/11/2022 1:28:31 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Mil spec. Yup. 
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Posted: 6/11/2022 2:06:38 PM EDT
[#4]
Here's how I'd rank the ones I have:
1. Aero Breach 2. LMT ambi 3. Radian Raptor 4. DD ambi 5. KAC ambi 6. Wilson ambi 7. SIG ambi |
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Posted: 6/11/2022 2:55:05 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Overall, I think the stock charging handle is the best. I find the others can lead to ripped fingers and can be a little too 'snaggy'. How were you ripping fingers? Were you overextending your finger past the forward assist and getting your nail caught underneath? That could happen with the stock too if that's the case then. And what was being snagged exactly? The only reason I went from a regular Raptor to the Raptor SL was because of form and not for function meaning no snagging at all. |
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Posted: 6/11/2022 2:57:46 PM EDT
[#6]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Yup. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Mil spec. Yup. Somebody has to buy our takeoffs, happy to oblige and thank you for your business 
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Posted: 6/11/2022 2:57:58 PM EDT
[#7]
As a lefty I jumped all in on the Radian Raptors when they first hit. Just wish they did a bit better on the gas. The new Silencerco gdch does peak my interest.
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Posted: 6/11/2022 3:00:03 PM EDT
[#8]
Quote HistoryQuoted: As a lefty I jumped all in on the Radian Raptors when they first hit. Just wish they did a bit better on the gas. The new Silencerco gdch does peak my interest. Try the Armageddon Tactical EVO charging handles |
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Posted: 6/11/2022 3:00:04 PM EDT
[#9]
surprised the FCD ACF hasn’t been mentioned. Ambi, good for mortaring, solid roll pins, good gas mitigation.
 ETA: no affiliation |
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Posted: 6/11/2022 3:26:19 PM EDT
[#10]
Have used many mentioned here, but my go to handle is the PRI M84 Military Big Latch. Use it on all my SBRs and now replacing all my other AR handles with that one.
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Posted: 6/11/2022 5:27:03 PM EDT
[#11]
For best overall I would have to say the PRI Gasbuster. It's tough, comfortable and works well to mitigate gas. Especially with the gasket sealer trick. Close second is the Geissele Airbornes if ambi is required. most of my magnified optic wearing rifles have the Airbornes. Every new rifle build gets the gasbuster. I have never found an occasion to use the ambi features.
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Posted: 6/11/2022 5:58:35 PM EDT
[#12]
Ramlin Ambidextrous Charging Handle
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Posted: 6/11/2022 6:04:34 PM EDT
[#13]
Quote HistoryQuoted: surprised the FCD ACF hasn’t been mentioned. Ambi, good for mortaring, solid roll pins, good gas mitigation. https://www.forwardcontrolsdesign.com/assets/images/acf.jpg ETA: no affiliation I've been really underwhelmed by all of their products and didn't want to shell out the extra cash over the Raptor which is my current favorite. I've got their 83.00 selector, the 18.00 mag button and the 30.00 takedown pins and don't love any of it so unless I'm able to try one out I'm not willing to take the chance. |
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Posted: 6/11/2022 6:11:04 PM EDT
[#14]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I've been really underwhelmed by all of their products and didn't want to shell out the extra cash over the Raptor which is my current favorite. I've got their 83.00 selector, the 18.00 mag button and the 30.00 takedown pins and don't love any of it so unless I'm able to try one out I'm not willing to take the chance. I didn't mention it because it's super rare, hoarded by both scalpers and the drop culture collectors and if the OP is looking for ideas well we may as well give him one that can be found. |
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Posted: 6/11/2022 6:11:11 PM EDT
[#15]
Quote HistoryQuoted: surprised the FCD ACF hasn’t been mentioned. Ambi, good for mortaring, solid roll pins, good gas mitigation. https://www.forwardcontrolsdesign.com/assets/images/acf.jpg ETA: no affiliation I mentioned it on post 45 It’s the closest thing to a PRI as far as gas mitigation. More people would agree if they were more….available. |
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Posted: 6/11/2022 6:57:43 PM EDT
[#16]
Quote HistoryQuoted: G ACH |
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Posted: 6/11/2022 9:09:53 PM EDT
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I've got a couple Gs and one Raptor but I was gifted a DD "Grip-N-Rip" (I think) and its fantastic suppressed.
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Posted: 6/11/2022 9:15:04 PM EDT
[#18]
Scoped: BCM ambi 3x3.
RD or peeps: BCM M4 |
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Posted: 6/11/2022 9:24:14 PM EDT
[#19]
I’m a big fan of the Radian Raptor, but I haven’t tried a Geissele yet.
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Posted: 6/11/2022 11:53:01 PM EDT
[#20]
PRI for me
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Posted: 6/12/2022 1:28:49 PM EDT
[#21]
Quote HistoryQuoted: YIKES!! Just googled and the prices are a bit "YIKES." You asked about the BEST. The Best cost money.  For me, the Radian Raptor is my favorite. The Geissele SCH is also very, very nice. |
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Posted: 6/12/2022 1:51:01 PM EDT
[#22]
Raptor LT
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Posted: 6/12/2022 1:57:44 PM EDT
[#23]
+1
All the others are bulky,,,, never had any problems with standard charging handles. |
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Posted: 6/12/2022 2:07:47 PM EDT
[#24]
BCM medium or LMT Tactical or Gasbuster w Combat
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Posted: 6/12/2022 3:13:13 PM EDT
[#25]
PRI is my favorite but is a bit stabby in the sternum. I will try the FCD on the next build
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Posted: 6/12/2022 4:18:46 PM EDT
[#26]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Try the Armageddon Tactical EVO charging handles Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: As a lefty I jumped all in on the Radian Raptors when they first hit. Just wish they did a bit better on the gas. The new Silencerco gdch does peak my interest. Try the Armageddon Tactical EVO charging handles I like the gen2 design more than the new EVO. There are scenarios where the new design won't charge if you try to deploy it the wrong way. Sold them all and looked for the now discontinued gen2's |
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Posted: 6/12/2022 7:37:29 PM EDT
[#27]
Best is fairly subjective and when it comes to any of the quality brands (Geissele, Radian, PRI, BCM, etc.), mostly a matter of personal preference. They will all do the job required of the part.
For all or primarily suppressed shooting, I prefer the PRI Gas Buster. |
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Posted: 6/12/2022 9:47:56 PM EDT
[#28]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Radian Raptors on all of my rifles. |
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Posted: 6/12/2022 10:05:40 PM EDT
[#29]
Self edit. Not General Discussion
Carry on |
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Posted: 6/13/2022 2:52:41 AM EDT
[#30]
I use Geissele, PRI or BCM in my guns.
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Posted: 6/13/2022 3:25:17 AM EDT
[#31]
I like PRI gas busters or USGI with a strike or PRI latch. I think the next time I need one it will be an FCD, I like the design and it isn’t styled for the 4 door wrangler gun bro crowd.
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Posted: 6/13/2022 9:52:28 AM EDT
[#32]
Geissele Airborne
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Posted: 6/13/2022 4:41:43 PM EDT
[#33]
Quote HistoryQuoted: G ACH |
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Posted: 6/14/2022 4:50:35 PM EDT
[#34]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Bravo Company single side medium latch is my go to. |
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Posted: 6/14/2022 5:00:49 PM EDT
[#35]
Quote HistoryQuoted: +1 All the others are bulky,,,, never had any problems with standard charging handles. Are you a right handed shooter? |
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Posted: 6/15/2022 10:08:23 AM EDT
[#36]
The original BCM mid size was great, the new one feels wimpy.
Fortis Hammer. |
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Posted: 6/15/2022 11:29:32 AM EDT
[#37]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Raptor |
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Posted: 6/15/2022 4:33:44 PM EDT
[#38]
Strike Latchless for small frame ARs; Raptor for large frame.
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Posted: 6/15/2022 4:42:14 PM EDT
[#39]
Quote HistoryQuoted: YIKES!! Just googled and the prices are a bit "YIKES." Price seems to have changed a bit since 2019  Attached File |
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Posted: 6/15/2022 5:24:41 PM EDT
[#40]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Price seems to have changed a bit since 2019 https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/327887/brave_WbE3o4VKxF_jpg-2419304.JPG Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: YIKES!! Just googled and the prices are a bit "YIKES." Price seems to have changed a bit since 2019 https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/327887/brave_WbE3o4VKxF_jpg-2419304.JPG I will only buy them on sale, I refuse to pay more then $75.00. The last few Geissele ACH I bought from Brownells on there Easter sale. EDIT- also check out the EE, I sold a bunch of new Radian Raptors for $60-$65 ea  Attached File |
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Posted: 6/15/2022 6:08:01 PM EDT
[#41]
My Top 3 for gasbusting:
FCD ACF PRi Gasbuster Radian SD/SL If you don't need gasbusting the Knights handles are awesome. Love the big flat latches. I thought the G handles were very snaggy - even on the airborne ones. Havent tried any other brands... |
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Posted: 6/15/2022 6:12:39 PM EDT
[#42]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Geissele SCH FPNI The Geissele Airborne is tied depending on use and preference. BCM is second to those. PRI, Knight, and LMT follow that. |
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Posted: 6/15/2022 6:15:54 PM EDT
[#43]
I prefer the Geissele SCH to the ACH. The Armageddon GMS Gen2 is my favorite, works great with a suppressor. The Radian Raptors are nice too.
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Posted: 6/15/2022 6:31:56 PM EDT
[#44]
Old BCM was best, by far.
Current BCM…no. I think old was a Vltor. |
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Posted: 6/15/2022 8:15:27 PM EDT
[#45]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Old BCM was best, by far. Current BCM…no. I think old was a Vltor. Vltor still makes it, it's called the VCH now: https://www.vltor.com/shop/ar/charging-handles/vltor-556-charging-handle/ |
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Posted: 6/15/2022 9:05:18 PM EDT
[#46]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Radian Raptor I’d my go to, but the Strike Industries ARCH-EL is pretty decent in a pinch. I vote for the radian raptor too, but if you are not wearing a plate carrier, it digs into you, just slightly uncomfortable when slinged up |
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Posted: 6/15/2022 9:11:09 PM EDT
[#47]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I vote for the radian raptor too, but if you are not wearing a plate carrier, it digs into you, just slightly uncomfortable when slinged up That never happened to me. |
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Posted: 6/15/2022 11:39:41 PM EDT
[#48]
Raptor SL is pretty nice IMHO
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Posted: 6/15/2022 11:57:58 PM EDT
[#49]
Mil spec and buy a dozens mags instead of $125 charging handles
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Posted: 6/16/2022 12:00:11 AM EDT
[#50]
GI
cheap, low profile, why-are-u-fucking-with-the-CH-when-there-is-work-to-do? |
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