Best AR 15 Charging Handle 2021

How often do you practice shooting? Once a week or once a day? It actually doesn’t matter.

Your rifle should work properly and be ready to shoot at any time. So it’s necessary to keep it clean and good. If you use AR 15, you would be glad to know about charging handles. Why do you need one? It helps your rifle fire by moving its hammer into a ready position. Besides, it keeps it clean of spent shells. Do you want to know which model to buy? It could be so complicated to choose the right one among hundreds of them on the market. Therefore, we’d like to share our top 13 AR 15 charging handles 500 with you to make it a little easier. Let’s see what we’ve got here.

Best AR-15 Charging Handle | AR-15 Charging Handle Review

Image	Product	Brand
	Radian Weapons Raptor Ambidextrous Charging Handle - Editor's Choice	Radian Weapons
	Strike Industries Extended Latch AR Charging Handle	Strike Industries
	Radian Weapons Raptor-SD Ambidextrous Charging Handle	Radian Weapons
	Precision Reflex M84 Gas Buster Charging Handle	Precision Reflex
	Strike Industries Strike Latchless Charging Handle	Strike Industries
	Precision Reflex M84 Gas Buster Charging Handle	Precision Reflex
	Timber Creek Outdoors Enforcer Ambidextrous Charging Handle For AR15/M16	Timber Creek
	XTS AR-15 Charging Handle	XTS
	Bravo Company MFG BCMGUNFIGHTER Charging Handle	Bravo Company
	Aero Precision AR15/M4 5.56 Ambidextrous Charging Handle	Aero Precision
	TRYBE Defense Ambidextrous Enhanced Mil-Spec Charging Handle	TRYBE Defense
	Armaspec Victory Charging Handle AR15	Armaspec Victory
	Strike Industries SI ARCH AR Charging Handle	Strike Industries
	AIM Sports Inc Charging Handle XDB-CHGHA	AIM Sports Inc

#1 Radian Weapons Raptor Ambidextrous AR-15 Charging Handle

The first model is a pretty good example of an ambidextrous charging handle that can be used from both sides of a rifle. It’s not cheap but it’s very efficient. The device is made of aircraft-grade 7075 aluminum with a hard coat anodized finish, which makes it lightweight, corrosive-proof, and durable. Thanks to the unique design, it’s easy to install and easy to use even with wet or cold hands. Besides, your rifle will look better. Thanks to the smoothly-machined edges, snags are reduced a few times.

#2 Strike Industries Extended Latch AR-15 Charging Handle

Regarding cheaper models, this handle is a great choice for everyone who values good balance. The handle is also lightweight because it’s made of aluminum, and it perfectly extreme conditions, thanks to an extended grasping surface. What is curious about this model is that it can co-exist with SI ARCH, which increases the efficiency of use.

#3 Radian Weapons Raptor-SD Ambidextrous AR-15 Charging Handle

The next one is not from the low-budget segment again, so you will have to prepare your wallet. However, it offers decent features, such as smooth operation, simple use from strong and support sides, great compatibility, unique design, and solid material that ensure comfortable use under any conditions. With the help of this handle, you will never get into trouble on the battlefield.

#4 Precision Reflex M84 Gas Buster AR-15 Charging Handle

If you like to feel safe and you want to keep your rifle as clean as possible, M84 Gas Buster is just for you. This handle will not only provide you with a comfortable both-sided use, but it will also help you get rid of gases, oil, and dirt that spoil the operation of your weapon. Classic T6 7075 aluminum ensures the best durability, which means you don’t have to worry about the lifetime of the device.

#5 Strike Industries Strike Latchless AR-15 Charging Handle

This model has pretty good characteristics for a reasonable price. You won’t probably find anything more like this. Despite the price is really low, the handle is made of solid materials and provides you with the following features: ambidextrous architecture, high-efficiency gas vents, snag-free design, great grasping surface, and easy installations. The only downside of this model is that it’s compatible with standard mil-spec AR15 only.

#6 Precision Reflex M84 Gas Buster AR-15 Charging Handle

If you don’t need an ambidextrous gas buster, you can buy this model that has the same characteristics as the 4th one but without a two-handed operation. It’s available in two different colors: black and flat dark earth. This handle is not only a useful device that will keep your firearm clean and ready to work but also a good element of design. Although the price is not low, you can feel safe and calm because M84 will work for a long time.

#7 Timber Creek Outdoors Enforcer Ambidextrous Charging Handle For AR15/M16

One more amazing example of an ambidextrous charging handle. There is nothing much to say about this model, except for the fact that it’s very convenient to use with any optic, thanks to the oversized levers. Aircraft-grade aluminum construction makes the device solid enough to ensure smooth operation under various conditions for many years. You won’t be disappointed by this purchase for sure.

#8 XTS AR-15 Charging Handle

Sometimes we don’t need anything special, we just need a good, standard charging handle without additional features. If you think so, this one is exactly what you are looking for. A simple handle made of aluminum with an anodized finish. Available in 5 different colors: black, red, bronze, blue, and purple. Low price, simple use, durable construction — this is what you need.

#9 Bravo Company MFG BCMGUNFIGHTER AR-15 Charging Handle

What comes to good balance, BCMGUNFIGHTER is one of the best solutions for any shooter. You can get a decent charging handle at a reasonable price, so take a look at this model. Solid 7075 T6 aluminum construction with a type 3 hard coat anodize finish makes the device lightweight and corrosive-proof, and a great snag-free design allows you to use the handle from both strong and support sides. The large gripping surface ensures the most comfortable use.

#10 Aero Precision AR15/M4 5.56 Ambidextrous Charging Handle

This is also a good charging handle for both right-handed and left-handed shooters, thanks to the ambidextrous design. As always, handles from the high-budget segment are made of 7075 T6 aluminum with an anodized finish, therefore, your device will last for much longer than other low-priced ones. This model comes in black color, which fits any rifle and makes it look better.

#11 TRYBE Defense Ambidextrous Enhanced Mil-Spec AR-15 Charging Handle

All the previous models are rather similar, so it would be great to review something different. For example, a handle designed by TRYBE Defence has an interesting contoured construction, made of durable materials, that prevents catching. Plus, it’s easy to use because of ambidextrous hand mode and comfortable grabbing.

#12 Armaspec Victory AR15 Charging Handle

A great piece of work designed by Armaspec. Just a solid charging handle for AR15 that will not let you down. It doesn’t have outstanding features, but it’s a confident tool to modify your rifle to keep it in a good condition. In addition to this, this model is pretty stylish and comes in 7 different colors: red, blue, flat dark earth, green, black, silver, purple. The price is quite reasonable so you won’t regret it for sure.

#13 Strike Industries SI ARCH AR 15 Charging Handle

More handles by Strike Industries! This model will suit people who want a very durable product without extra features and high prices. The quality of this handle is high because it’s made of the same 7075 T6 aluminum that is used for pricey items. A polished surface ensures the smoothest charging. The only disadvantage we have found is the absence of two-side use.

#14 AIM Sports Inc AR-15 Charging Handle

And the last model on our list is also cheap but good. A standard, classic charging handle with an anodized finish. Durable, easy to install and use, and lightweight. It’s not the best choice for combat, but it’s a good solution for professional shooting.

BONUS: FAB Defense GL-CORE CP AR-15 Buttstock for Mil-Spec and Commercial Tubes

Also, take a look at buttstocks for AR15 to improve your maneuvering ability and aiming accuracy. This model is made of durable but lightweight, fire-glass polymer composites with no protruding parts, which means you will not get slowed or disturbed while on the go. Plus, three positions for cheek-rest make it more convenient to use your rifle.

FAQ

Conclusion

If you would ask us what is the best cheap model out of these 13, we would answer:

• №5 Strike Industries Strike Latchless Charging Handle
• №13 Strike Industries SI ARCH AR Charging Handle

What comes to expensive handles, we want to point out these ones:

• №3 Radian Weapons Raptor-SD Ambidextrous Charging Handle
• №7 Timber Creek Outdoors Enforcer Ambidextrous Charging Handle For AR15/M16

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Yury Alexeev

Gun and Hunting Expert

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