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Good Stuff by Led, October 28, 2023
Not too difficult to install yourself with a punch set. Much better than a standard charging handle.
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Installed, Tried It Out, Immediate Regret! by Jacob, Verified Owner, July 25, 2020
I bought 2 of these to replace standard latches on standard charging handles in Aero Precision AR-15 upper receivers. Just by looking at these you can see how the latch "bottoms out" on the front of the handle as apposed to "bottoming out" on the rol...
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The ones I have are the Gen 2 latches and having 2 of them, I think they’re good but there are some downsides. One is that it pokes your belly whether your fat or not the other is that if your wearing a vest (which gets rid of the poking) but it can...
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I get what the review meant about fingers sliding off, but if you are the kind of cat who likes to use the side of his hand, this is perfect. Adds no weight and allows for your optic to be as far back as you like. I have more than one.
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better than standard by casey, November 1, 2019
This works great. Much improved over a standard latch. It is kind of a grey color, and almost appears to sparkle a little. I don't really care what it looks like, since it works well. I don't know if there is any reason to buy this over another one, ...
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Color: Black Gun Model: AR-10 , AR-15 , M16 , SR-25 Additional Features: Gen I Condition: New

Code: 37E-CGH-LTCH-249-02

MPN: 249-02

List: $31.49Save 17%
$25.99

Product Info for Badger Ordnance Tactical Latch

Replace your stock charging handle latch with the Gen I or Gen II version of this Badger Ordnance Tactical Latch for improved performance that you can count on with every use. Badger Ordnance machined these AR Charging Handles from 4140 steel for maximum ruggedness. Then, the Badger Ordnance Tactical Latch Replacement is topped off with a Manganese Phosphate Parkerized finish that protects this part from corrosion due to the elements, letting you enter the field in any weather conditions. You can use these latches with any M16, AR-15, AR-10 or SR-25 series rifle, and they allow positive manipulation of your charging handle with either hand. Upgrade to the Badger Ordnance Tactical Charging Handle Latch for a more reliable firearm experience.image

Specifications for Badger Ordnance Tactical Latch:

Manufacturer: Badger Ordnance
Color: Black
Gun Model: SR-25, AR-10, M16, AR-15
Additional Features: Gen I
Condition: New

Features of Badger Ordnance Tactical Latch:

  • Designed to be used with all M16/AR-15, AR-10 and SR-25 series rifles
  • Allows positive manipulation of the of the handle with either hand
  • Made from 4140 steel and Manganese Phosphate Parkerized finished
  • Gen II version offers a smaller profile

Package Contents:

  • Badger Ordnance Tactical Latch, AR

Badger Ordnance Tactical Latch Orderable Models

List of Orderable Models

  • Badger Ordnance Tactical Latch for M16/AR-15, AR-10,SR-25, AR-10, Gen l, NSN 1005-01-523-7358, 249-02 , MPN: 249-02 , Code: 37E-CGH-LTCH-249-02

Badger Ordnance Tactical Latch Unavailable & Discontinued Models

List of Unorderable Models

  • Badger Ordnance Tactical Latch for M16, AR-15, SR-25, AR-10, Gen II, 249-20 , MPN: 249-20 , Code: 37E-CGH-LTCH-249-20
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