SKU: 714000030
UPC: 090222551299
MPN: 05-0032
The Gas Buster charging handle from Precision Reflex, Inc. is a patented AR-15/M16 charging handle built to redirect gas, oil and dirt particles away from the shooter's face. On suppressed or short-barreled builds, gas blowback through the upper receiver is a constant nuisance, and this handle is designed specifically to vent that pressure off to the side instead of straight back at the operator. Shooters running optics, eye pro, and high round counts will notice the difference fastest. It comes equipped with the oversized combat latch, which gives a larger, more positive contact surface for charging the rifle under stress or with gloves on.
The body is machined from T6 7075 aluminum with a hard coat anodized finish, paired with a steel latch for durability where it takes the most abuse. The combat latch runs 17% larger than the standard military latch and adds serrations along the front edge for grip. Weight comes in at 2.2 oz per manufacturer specifications, so it adds no meaningful penalty over a standard handle. Two finishes are offered, black and flat dark earth, to match a wide range of upper receivers. This is a patented Precision Reflex design that has been safety approved and fielded by the US Marine Corps, which speaks to how it holds up to sustained use. It drops into any standard AR-15 or M16 upper without modification.
This handle earns its place on suppressed rifles, piston guns, and any build where gas-to-the-face is a problem during fast strings of fire. If you run a can or shoot a lot of full-mag drills, the gas buster keeps your sight picture clean and your eyes comfortable. It pairs well with other upgrades in our rifle parts lineup, and shooters dialing in a complete build often add a fresh AR-15 cam pin or a heavier buffer at the same time. Pick the finish that matches your upper and install it in minutes.
It diverts harmful gases, oil, and dirt particles away from the shooter's face during cycling. On suppressed and short-barreled AR-15 builds, gas blowback through the upper receiver is common, and the gas buster vents that pressure off to the side to keep your sight picture and eyes clear.
Yes. It is built for the AR-15/M16 platform and drops into any standard mil-spec upper receiver without modification. No gunsmithing or fitting is required for installation.
The combat latch is an oversized charging latch that runs 17% larger than the standard military latch and adds serrations along the front edge. The bigger surface and added grip make charging the rifle easier under stress or with gloves.
The handle body is machined from T6 7075 aluminum with a hard coat anodized finish, and the latch is steel for durability where it sees the most wear. It weighs 2.2 oz per manufacturer specifications.
The gas buster is offered in black and flat dark earth, so you can match it to most upper receiver finishes.
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