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A Charging Handle for the 21st Century Gun Fighter
A NEW Charging Handle and Extended Latch System
Charging Handle Machined from 7075 T6 Billet
Hard Coat Anodized per Mil-A-8625F, Type III, Class 2
GFH - Mod3 (large latch) and Mod4 (medium latch) Mod5 (small latch)
Compatible with Mil-Spec AR-15 Direct Impingement Weapon Systems.
**NOT compatible with adjustable gas keyed bolt carrier groups.**
When the AR15 system was first introduced to and fielded by the US Military in the 1960s, the manual of arms for an infantryman was significantly different than what currently exists today. To charge the rifle the shooter released their hand from a firing grip, grabbed each side of the charging handle with the thumb and forefinger or the first two fingers , (while applying pressure to the latch) pulled the charging handle all the way to the rear, and then released it to charge the weapon.
Like everything else in the last 45 years, tactics and weaponry have undergone a continuous evolution. Red dot optics get the shooter on target quicker, shorter barrels allow the operator to more quickly negotiate tighter urban areas, and operator’s manipulations of the weapon system have become much more efficient and faster. The current manual of arms has the operator maintaining a firing grip almost continuously while manipulating the weapon with the non-dominant hand in an effort to more quickly get the weapon ready to fire. With that premise, most weapon manipulations are done only with the shooter’s support hand; to include operating the charging handle.
In order to perform an immediate action or charge the carbine, current CQB techniques have the operator racking the charging handle to the rear using their support side hand only. This is done in one swift and strong movement. With the operator’s firing grip maintained, the weapon again has a loaded chamber, and the shooter can immediately bring a hot weapon back into the fight.
The current use of extended tactical latches has made this movement much more efficient. The only drawback to this type of manipulation is all the force used to rack the charging handle rearward goes into the extended tactical latch and is then transferred into the roll pin. With this scenario, the entire operation becomes contingent on the sheer strength of this tiny 1/16” roll pin, and its’ ability to take continuing blows. Repeated and forceful support hand only racking of the charging handle eventually can lead to breaking the roll pin and losing the latch completely. With the latch blown out, the charging handle will not stay secured to the receiver as the bolt is moving back and forth during each cycle of the weapon’s action. Not a good situation on a two way range.
We have been very fortunate to receive continuing feedback from trainers and operators alike for several years now regarding these issues. Internally we have seen this many times while in the course of continually test firing weapons before sale. Initially we matched up a couple prototype solutions, but in conversations with Eric at VLTOR, he was able to develop a better design at a better price for the consumer. (VLTOR patent pending)
Introducing the BCMGUNFIGHTER™
(VLTOR Patent Pending)
The BCMGUNFIGHTER™ Charging Handle and extended latches feature internal redesigns to direct the force off of the roll pin and into the body of the charging handle during support hand only manipulations. This new design has a built in backstop engineered into the extended latch and into the charging handle. As the latch is opened up, its’ travel is limited by these flat surface backstops. With this travel limiting feature, the stress is taken off the roll pin, and is now redirected into the entire body of the charging handle.
The BCMGUNFIGHTER Charging Handle offers two significant advantages.
- Since the tiny roll pin is no longer the weak point - it is a much stronger system and tactical latch will stay intact even under repeated support side only manipulation.
- With the force kept inside the body of the handle, when the handle is pulled directly to the rear, it moves directly to the rear and does not angle off to the outboard side. A much smoother operation.
On the cutaway computer drawings you can see the inside machining of the latch. It shows the 3 inside contact surfaces. (The 2 semi-circular cuts are to aid in the removal of dirt and debris that can get inside the handle.)
On the bottom view you can see the outside of the latch itself. It is actually as thick as the handle. This provides 2 additional contact surfaces to insure the force is maintained inside the handle and offers the operator more contact surface to manipulate the handle.
Larry Vickers on the BCMGUNFIGHTER Charging Handle
A Charging Handle for the 21st Century Gun Fighter
A NEW Charging Handle and Extended Latch System
Charging Handle Machined from 7075 T6 Billet
Hard Coat Anodized per Mil-A-8625F, Type III, Class 2
GFH - Mod3 (large latch) and Mod4 (medium latch) Mod5 (small latch)
Compatible with Mil-Spec AR-15 Direct Impingement Weapon Systems.
**NOT compatible with adjustable gas keyed bolt carrier groups.**
When the AR15 system was first introduced to and fielded by the US Military in the 1960s, the manual of arms for an infantryman was significantly different than what currently exists today. To charge the rifle the shooter released their hand from a firing grip, grabbed each side of the charging handle with the thumb and forefinger or the first two fingers , (while applying pressure to the latch) pulled the charging handle all the way to the rear, and then released it to charge the weapon.
Like everything else in the last 45 years, tactics and weaponry have undergone a continuous evolution. Red dot optics get the shooter on target quicker, shorter barrels allow the operator to more quickly negotiate tighter urban areas, and operator’s manipulations of the weapon system have become much more efficient and faster. The current manual of arms has the operator maintaining a firing grip almost continuously while manipulating the weapon with the non-dominant hand in an effort to more quickly get the weapon ready to fire. With that premise, most weapon manipulations are done only with the shooter’s support hand; to include operating the charging handle.
In order to perform an immediate action or charge the carbine, current CQB techniques have the operator racking the charging handle to the rear using their support side hand only. This is done in one swift and strong movement. With the operator’s firing grip maintained, the weapon again has a loaded chamber, and the shooter can immediately bring a hot weapon back into the fight.
The current use of extended tactical latches has made this movement much more efficient. The only drawback to this type of manipulation is all the force used to rack the charging handle rearward goes into the extended tactical latch and is then transferred into the roll pin. With this scenario, the entire operation becomes contingent on the sheer strength of this tiny 1/16” roll pin, and its’ ability to take continuing blows. Repeated and forceful support hand only racking of the charging handle eventually can lead to breaking the roll pin and losing the latch completely. With the latch blown out, the charging handle will not stay secured to the receiver as the bolt is moving back and forth during each cycle of the weapon’s action. Not a good situation on a two way range.
We have been very fortunate to receive continuing feedback from trainers and operators alike for several years now regarding these issues. Internally we have seen this many times while in the course of continually test firing weapons before sale. Initially we matched up a couple prototype solutions, but in conversations with Eric at VLTOR, he was able to develop a better design at a better price for the consumer. (VLTOR patent pending)
Introducing the BCMGUNFIGHTER™
(VLTOR Patent Pending)
The BCMGUNFIGHTER™ Charging Handle and extended latches feature internal redesigns to direct the force off of the roll pin and into the body of the charging handle during support hand only manipulations. This new design has a built in backstop engineered into the extended latch and into the charging handle. As the latch is opened up, its’ travel is limited by these flat surface backstops. With this travel limiting feature, the stress is taken off the roll pin, and is now redirected into the entire body of the charging handle.
The BCMGUNFIGHTER Charging Handle offers two significant advantages.
- Since the tiny roll pin is no longer the weak point - it is a much stronger system and tactical latch will stay intact even under repeated support side only manipulation.
- With the force kept inside the body of the handle, when the handle is pulled directly to the rear, it moves directly to the rear and does not angle off to the outboard side. A much smoother operation.
On the cutaway computer drawings you can see the inside machining of the latch. It shows the 3 inside contact surfaces. (The 2 semi-circular cuts are to aid in the removal of dirt and debris that can get inside the handle.)
On the bottom view you can see the outside of the latch itself. It is actually as thick as the handle. This provides 2 additional contact surfaces to insure the force is maintained inside the handle and offers the operator more contact surface to manipulate the handle.
Larry Vickers on the BCMGUNFIGHTER Charging Handle
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Returns (with Order #)
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Additional product(s) returned, but not authorized on the RMA document will not be accepted as a return or reimbursed, and will be returned to the customer at the customer’s expense and shall not be reimbursed or credited. Returns must be sent via traceable carrier, for validation of receipt of goods and for insurance compliance. Cost of shipping for returns / exchanges are the customer's responsibility, for any reason other than Squared Away Surplus defect, or error.
All returns will be processed in a timely manner and credits will be applied to your account. Please note:
✓ All freight charges assessed to the return, are the responsibility of the customer, and will not be reimbursed by Squared Away Surplus unless the return is a result of an error made by Squared Away Surplus. Freight for a return of a defective product will not be reimbursed by Squared Away Surplus.
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Body Armor
Defense/Pepper Spray
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Any item returned not in accordance with this written policy will not be accepted as a return or reimbursed, and will be returned to the customer at the customer’s expense and shall not be reimbursed or credited.
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In some cases you may be charged import duties and/or Value-Added Taxes upon possession of your order. Squared Away Surplus is not responsible for these fees or the facilitation of payment for them.
Export License Fees
Export licenses are issued by the U.S. State Department and may take between 30 and 60 days to receive. An export license or will be required for each order that meets the criteria as set by the International Traffic In Arms Regulations, ITAR.
- Note: If the value or product nature of your order requires Squared Away Surplus to apply for an export license from the Department of State there will be an additional charge of $250 reimbursement licensing fees that were paid by us.
Orders requiring an Export License will be shipped via a freight forwarder or through the postal service. Neither UPS nor FedEx will deliver these orders.
**Squared Away Surplus may or may not ship a variety of products to certain states, countries, and or territories (including but not limited to):
- Body Armor
- Knives
- Firearm Parts & Accessories.
**Due to varying changes to Customs Regulations & Policies, please contact sales@squaredawaysurplus.com before any orders outside of the U.S.
******* RETURN & SHIPPING POLICY EFFECTIVE APRIL 2016 *******
Squared Away Surplus will accept return of products within 90 days of ship date from our warehouse. Customers requesting an RMA will be required to provide the following information:
S.A.S. complete Item Number
Invoice Number from original shipment/receipt of item
Quantity to be returned
Reason for request
A written request-emailed to sales@squaredawaysurplus.com
All product returns must be shipped with the RMA number clearly visible on the outside of the package. Please ship to:
Returns (with Order #)
Squared Away Surplus
P.O. Box 412
Rio Grande, OH 45674 USA
Additional product(s) returned, but not authorized on the RMA document will not be accepted as a return or reimbursed, and will be returned to the customer at the customer’s expense and shall not be reimbursed or credited. Returns must be sent via traceable carrier, for validation of receipt of goods and for insurance compliance. Cost of shipping for returns / exchanges are the customer's responsibility, for any reason other than Squared Away Surplus defect, or error.
All returns will be processed in a timely manner and credits will be applied to your account. Please note:
✓ All freight charges assessed to the return, are the responsibility of the customer, and will not be reimbursed by Squared Away Surplus unless the return is a result of an error made by Squared Away Surplus. Freight for a return of a defective product will not be reimbursed by Squared Away Surplus.
Squared Away Surplus will not accept return of or issue credit for the following items (including, but not limited to):
Body Armor
Defense/Pepper Spray
Items that are labeled ‘Discontinued’ by Squared Away Surplus-regardless of disposition by the manufacturer
Undergarments (including but not limited to: underwear, socks, t-shirts (except Grunt Style **promised with their warranty), base layers
Batteries
Opened packages or packages showing evidence of tampering
Product not in original packaging, including case pack goods
Forensic testing supplies, equipment or drug and or alcohol testing kits
First aid or trauma treatment products
Worn, shopworn, or field worn products
Any special order products (including but not limited to): specific apparel fits, vehicular modification or customization products, special sidearm holsters or carriers, any apparel with custom embellishment, any hard goods requiring special embellishment, any product purchased for fulfillment of agency purchase order.
Any item returned not in accordance with this written policy will not be accepted as a return or reimbursed, and will be returned to the customer at the customer’s expense and shall not be reimbursed or credited.
Import Duties
In some cases you may be charged import duties and/or Value-Added Taxes upon possession of your order. Squared Away Surplus is not responsible for these fees or the facilitation of payment for them.
Export License Fees
Export licenses are issued by the U.S. State Department and may take between 30 and 60 days to receive. An export license or will be required for each order that meets the criteria as set by the International Traffic In Arms Regulations, ITAR.
- Note: If the value or product nature of your order requires Squared Away Surplus to apply for an export license from the Department of State there will be an additional charge of $250 reimbursement licensing fees that were paid by us.
Orders requiring an Export License will be shipped via a freight forwarder or through the postal service. Neither UPS nor FedEx will deliver these orders.
**Squared Away Surplus may or may not ship a variety of products to certain states, countries, and or territories (including but not limited to):
- Body Armor
- Knives
- Firearm Parts & Accessories.
**Due to varying changes to Customs Regulations & Policies, please contact sales@squaredawaysurplus.com before any orders outside of the U.S.
