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Thread: Leave as is or buy a BCM GUNFIGHTER Ambidextrous Charging Handle

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    I like the BCM Gunfighter- I have one on my LE6920.

    It is definitely a step up from the standard issue, which has a tendency to twist or flex. Also rather than using two fingers in a V shape you can grab the extended handle very easily.

    That said, the standard issue never failed me and is good enough for soldiers in combat so it really comes down to whether you want to fork out the dough. You will be able to reliably charge the weapon either way.

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    If in doubt then wait until you've run your Colt hard enough to break the stock charging handle or have some other kind of failure in training, then upgrade to BCM or Raptor.
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    I do agree with you "markm" I've got 4 or 5 BCM CHs, and 2 other un-named brands. One of these will and does eat roll pins and charging handles.
    My reasoning is one rifle is improved by a better than stock CH already. I'd like to put in one of my BCM CH in duty rifle but the rifle gets messed with by to many "other" people. If I was to need to grab up other patrol's rifle it's set up the same 552 EOTEC, sling, CH. The "other" is the D*** A$$ that just don't get it.. life support equipment.
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    I bought the training use only BCM gunfighter it fits and works great, and only $25

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    Quote Originally Posted by steve462x0 View Post
    I bought the training use only BCM gunfighter it fits and works great, and only $25
    They are back in stock, I just ordered my first GF charging handle. Time to see what all the rave reviews are about.
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    Having broken several std charging handles in a training environment, I'll be using either a GF or RA charging handle from now on.

    My current choice is a GF mod 4.

    I'll add that I've never broken a GF charging handle....even when combining mortaring with the heel of my boot.

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    I have the ambi BCM and noticed that the movement of the left side handle is a little more smooth than the right one. When moving the right latch, it's actually moving the left one to unlock the handle. I'm fine with this as the charging handle works perfectly however I use it, but am just curious if the Raptor has that same difference in feel.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Iraqgunz View Post
    The Raptor is a good handle but I am just as happy with my Ambi MOD 44. All of my ARs have them. I think standard charging handles should go the way of the Dodo bird. I have seen so many broken USGI handles its not funny.
    Agreed. I'm LH and have both on various ARs....
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    Quote Originally Posted by TexanInCali View Post
    I have the ambi BCM and noticed that the movement of the left side handle is a little more smooth than the right one. When moving the right latch, it's actually moving the left one to unlock the handle. I'm fine with this as the charging handle works perfectly however I use it, but am just curious if the Raptor has that same difference in feel.
    Every ambi that I'm familiar with works in a similar way- the left side works as normal, and the ambi lever or button uses a linkage to the left side to unlock the charging handle. This is the most efficient way to do it, and fewer parts means less stuff to wear or break.

    The Raptor's right lever is longer than the left lever, however, in order to accommodate its position above the forward assist on standard uppers. This added length means added leverage. Combine that with the fact that the "throw" of the levers is really short, and you don't really notice a big difference in actuating either side.

    That said, other than doing a chamber check, it's rare that you aren't grabbing and shucking a charging handle. Apply the appropriate force to cycle the action, and you won't notice the movement of the levers much at all.

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    As a lefty, the Raptor was worth every penny. Now I get to enjoy what your righty's have had so easy since day one.
    Same with the BadAss lever.
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