Warhammer and strike industries have sub $50 charging handles that work very well. BCM gunfighter charging handles are sub $100 and runs smoother than the other 2.
Interesting video. Good to hear feed back on the Aero Breach. I run Geissele charging handles on all of my ARs. Depending on the role it fills, I use Super Charging Handle for range guns and the Airborne Charging handle with shorter latch handle to reduce snag risk for my "go to" defensive rifles. I finally managed to snag one of their MCX versions for my Sig Rattler finally. They had been out of stock for so long. I know the Raptors are awesome too, but they were out of stock when I started upgrading basic parts. I ran across the Geissele version first, and never looked back. Thanks for the informative video.
I run geissele all the way. I fell in love with the aero breach when they came out but I keep having issues with my 300blk where it keeps shooting back and doesn’t stay latched when I’m shooting, not sure if it’s a pressure issue or charging handle issue. Geissele became my favorite after that, but never noticed the larger latches giving any more issues than the smaller, I think it’s just a marketing scheme
I'm too cheap to buy high end, lol. I don't care for ambi, seems like the latch kinda drags. That's probably just me, seems easy to not get a full hold of it. I run cheapo mil-spec or SI with the extended latch, and aluminum latches only. That seems to preserve the notch on the upper. Rise has one similar to the SI, and I want to try the Strike T-bone with the poly latch. No moving parts on it.
Got an Aero Precision Breach on sale for $50. Took a while to get used to how it feels compared to the Radian, love it now. Looks cooler than the Radian too
Just ordered the Aero Precision Breach for my Sig M400 Tread that I've had for about 2 years. Not sure how or why I went so long without doing this simple upgrade. Especially since I'm vision impaired in my right eye so I've been shooting left handed in spite of being right handed for many years. Having a ambi charging handle will really come in handy. Odd that the M400 Tread which is marketed as having ambi features like the mag release and safety (plus the newer ones have a ambi bolt release IIRC) so it's a little odd they didn't just include a ambi charging handle too....
I have 2 mil-spec and 1 warhammer mod 2. The warhammer lets a lot of gas through right to your face ( I don't run suppressed ) plus it's skinny handle kind of hurts your fingers. I'm going to look for something better.
Considering the charging handle isn't used very often, it's not a huge deal. Regardless of side or rear charging, you're usually going to remove it from your face while charging the weapon or checking/clearing malfunction.
@@Scooby4344 lots of ingenuity and options to choose from, but low quality and low quality control. I’ve had a couple uppers and they’re fun but I wouldn’t trust it to last or run perfect through harder use
Just bought an M&P Sport 2 AR15. The charging handle is very stiff and scratchy/gritty. I want a smooth charging handle. Which one would you recommend for Smith & Wesson M&P AR-15 rifle?
try lubricating the bolt a little more, i was just watching a video on how to clean and lubricate an ar15 and the gritty feeling may come from the bolt not having enough oil
Follow the link below for the build list:
www.ballisticallychallenged.com/pages/ar15-charging-handle-comparison
Warhammer and strike industries have sub $50 charging handles that work very well. BCM gunfighter charging handles are sub $100 and runs smoother than the other 2.
I use bcm charging handles too.
I have Warhammer's they are awesome and $40.00!
Interesting video. Good to hear feed back on the Aero Breach. I run Geissele charging handles on all of my ARs. Depending on the role it fills, I use Super Charging Handle for range guns and the Airborne Charging handle with shorter latch handle to reduce snag risk for my "go to" defensive rifles. I finally managed to snag one of their MCX versions for my Sig Rattler finally. They had been out of stock for so long. I know the Raptors are awesome too, but they were out of stock when I started upgrading basic parts. I ran across the Geissele version first, and never looked back. Thanks for the informative video.
I run geissele all the way. I fell in love with the aero breach when they came out but I keep having issues with my 300blk where it keeps shooting back and doesn’t stay latched when I’m shooting, not sure if it’s a pressure issue or charging handle issue. Geissele became my favorite after that, but never noticed the larger latches giving any more issues than the smaller, I think it’s just a marketing scheme
The Warhammer looks thin and cheesy in comparison but it awesome- It has a sharp grip that wont slip. $45 its a no brainer
I'm too cheap to buy high end, lol. I don't care for ambi, seems like the latch kinda drags. That's probably just me, seems easy to not get a full hold of it. I run cheapo mil-spec or SI with the extended latch, and aluminum latches only. That seems to preserve the notch on the upper. Rise has one similar to the SI, and I want to try the Strike T-bone with the poly latch. No moving parts on it.
I love your collection behind you.. Thats badass
Thanks man
Got an Aero Precision Breach on sale for $50. Took a while to get used to how it feels compared to the Radian, love it now. Looks cooler than the Radian too
I agree, I love the breach
I like the look of the raptor the best
Love radian, very top quality guns but I’ll choose a geissele airborne every time.
love my geissele charging handle
The major problem I'm having is choosing a color
Radian for the win.
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I use the Aero precision breach myself. I also have a Radian raptor but I think the Aero is much smoother and easier to operate quickly.
I agree...thanks for watching 👍
Just ordered the Aero Precision Breach for my Sig M400 Tread that I've had for about 2 years. Not sure how or why I went so long without doing this simple upgrade. Especially since I'm vision impaired in my right eye so I've been shooting left handed in spite of being right handed for many years. Having a ambi charging handle will really come in handy. Odd that the M400 Tread which is marketed as having ambi features like the mag release and safety (plus the newer ones have a ambi bolt release IIRC) so it's a little odd they didn't just include a ambi charging handle too....
I'm sure you'll love it 👍
Man I have to shoot the same way, im nearly blind in my right eye so I shoot with my left and it confuses the fuck out of my friends 😂
I don't know a single person that has upgraded their charging handle except myself.
I don't know one that hasn't 😂😂
I have 2 mil-spec and 1 warhammer mod 2. The warhammer lets a lot of gas through right to your face ( I don't run suppressed ) plus it's skinny handle kind of hurts your fingers. I'm going to look for something better.
Looking for something easy to install and larger handle, check out Devil Dog Concepts' Side Charging Handle System
@sidecharger hit me up I'll review one 👍
@@ballisticallychallenged definitely! Talk soon!
@@sidecharger That looks like a good alternative to a regular charge handle for not much more money.
Mil spec the best all aluminum and Handels do not stick out to get caught on stuff,
But they are awkward to use 🤷
@@ballisticallychallenged not that bad only have to pull it once
The handle doesnt matter just buybthe cheapest one.
What is the best budget for around 60 bucks
If you can get a breach on sale or grab a warhammer
@@jimmypacheco444 I got a Warhammer I love it
They are all terrible, they should have a side charging handle. This is a major design flaw in the rifle.
Exactly! Devil Dogs Side Charging Handle. No mods change to make it a Side Charger
@@sidecharger other than purchasing the devil dog handle lmao 😂
Considering the charging handle isn't used very often, it's not a huge deal. Regardless of side or rear charging, you're usually going to remove it from your face while charging the weapon or checking/clearing malfunction.
They have bear creeks arms that do have a side charging handle ar 15 and ar 10
@@Scooby4344 lots of ingenuity and options to choose from, but low quality and low quality control. I’ve had a couple uppers and they’re fun but I wouldn’t trust it to last or run perfect through harder use
Just bought an M&P Sport 2 AR15. The charging handle is very stiff and scratchy/gritty. I want a smooth charging handle. Which one would you recommend for Smith & Wesson M&P AR-15 rifle?
try lubricating the bolt a little more, i was just watching a video on how to clean and lubricate an ar15 and the gritty feeling may come from the bolt not having enough oil
⬆️ that and put a little lube on the top of the charging handle shaft 👍