Rifle charging handle

摘要

An ambidextrously operated charging handle for use with the M16 family of firearms is provided. The charging handle provides a latch mechanism consisting of two extended handles which are in operational communication with each other. Either handle may be independently retracted to disengage the latch mechanism of the charging handle from the host firearms receiver. The spring-biased mechanism of the charging handle is sheltered within the interior of the charging handle thereby protecting it from the elements. Further, an improved axial pin has been provided to secure the handles of the latch mechanism to the grasping portion of the charging handle.

主权项

1. A charging handle for a rifle having a receiver, the charging handle comprising:
a shaft having a grasping handle at a rearward end and a bolt carrier engagement portion at a forward end; a primary handle: a spring; a plunger; and a recess in said grasping handle, wherein said recess is configured to receive a portion of said primary handle; wherein said primary handle is attached to said grasping handle so that said primary handle can rotate about an axis; and wherein said spring and said plunger are housed within an interior space of said grasping handle and said spring biases said plunger towards the rearward end of the charging handle.