12-02-2021, 10:49 PM
Morvandium Wrote:I do find the history of the forward assist and charging handle to be fascinating. However, I'm quite happy there are other options these days, because side chargers are my thing. Just wish they were more common so their prices were lower.
What if I told you the standard AR-15 type charging handle is a "side charger" when used with the left hand by professionals. Also, a reciprocating charging handle attached to the bolt is a dangerous liability in a combat scenario. Ever fire a few magazines around a left corner wall, bushes, chest full of gear and straps, and so on. I'm not sure who invented the hate for the forward assist, but I never heard one complaint the entire time I was 0311. As a civilian at the range, or hunting deer I doubt it matters either way.