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BCM Gunfighter Charging Handle

Extended mil-spec style charging handle

Quick Specs

Price
$49
Weight
1.1 oz
Brand
BCM
Category
control

Features

  • Mod 4 large latch
  • 7075 aluminum
  • Mil-spec compatible

Compatibility Tags

family: ar-pattern

Overview

The BCM Gunfighter Charging Handle represents Bravo Company Manufacturing's commitment to delivering mil-spec reliability at an accessible price point. Machined from 7075-T6 billet aluminum with hard coat anodizing per Mil-A-8625F Type III Class 2, the Gunfighter features internal redesigns that direct operational forces off the roll pin and into the body of the charging handle during support-hand-only manipulations. This engineering innovation significantly increases durability compared to standard mil-spec charging handles while maintaining compatibility with all direct impingement AR-15 platforms.

The Mod 4 configuration features a medium-length extended latch that extends approximately 0.91 inches past the main body of the charging handle, compared to 0.85 inches for standard USGI handles. This 0.06-inch extension provides meaningful improvement in leverage and manipulation speed without creating excessive snag hazards. The oversized latch distributes pull force evenly across the entire handle, and a built-in backstop with flat surface limits latch travel to prevent over-rotation and binding. The extra metal reinforcing stress points ensures the handle can withstand aggressive manipulation without failure.

Real-world users consistently praise the BCM Gunfighter as an excellent mid-tier upgrade that delivers enhanced functionality without premium pricing. The extended latch makes charging operations noticeably easier, especially when shooting with optics that sit close to the charging handle. The handle operates smoothly with a positive click when returning to battery, and the reinforced construction inspires confidence during forceful manipulations. Made by Bravo Company MFG in the USA, the Gunfighter charging handle represents one of the best value propositions in the AR-15 upgrade market for shooters who want reliable performance without ambidextrous features.

Key Features

  • Machined from 7075-T6 billet aluminum
  • Hard coat anodized per Mil-A-8625F Type III Class 2
  • Internal redesign directs force into handle body, not roll pin
  • Mod 4 medium latch extends 0.91 inches past handle body
  • Built-in backstop limits latch travel
  • Oversized latch distributes pull force evenly
  • Extra metal reinforcement at stress points

Pros

  • +Excellent value proposition at mid-tier pricing
  • +Enhanced durability over mil-spec design
  • +Extended latch improves manipulation speed
  • +Smooth operation with positive engagement
  • +Reinforced construction for hard use
  • +Made in USA by reputable manufacturer

Cons

  • Not ambidextrous (right-side latch only)
  • No gas deflection features for suppressed use
  • Extended latch may snag on some gear setups
  • Standard finish options (no premium colors)
  • Mod 4 latch larger than some shooters prefer

Detailed Specifications

Material
7075-T6 billet aluminum
finish
Hard coat anodized per Mil-A-8625F Type III Class 2
weight
Approximately 1.1 oz
latchExtension
0.91 inches (Mod 4 medium)
compatibility
Mil-Spec AR-15 Direct Impingement systems (5.56mm/.223)
operation
Single-sided (right-side latch)
reinforcement
Internal force redirection design
madeIn
USA (Bravo Company MFG)
colors
Black

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