The Strike Industries Extended Latch Charging Handle is the ARCH-EL, a black hard anodized AR-15 charging handle forged from T-6 7075 aluminum (brand part no. SI-ARCH-EL-BK). Its oversized aluminum latch gives your support hand a larger surface to work, a feature Strike built for use in adverse conditions. The traditional concealed latch is still there, so the handle runs normally when you do not need the extra grip. It fits standard AR-15 uppers with no gunsmithing, which makes it an easy upgrade from a stock handle, and it comes from Strike Industries.

Key Specifications

• The handle is made for the AR-15 in .223/5.56, as a replacement for a standard charging handle.
• It is forged from T-6 7075 aluminum, a strong alloy chosen to keep weight down.
• The finish is black hard anodized, a durable anodized coating with a uniform black look.
• The extended aluminum latch offers a larger grasping surface for smoother operation under extreme conditions.
• The traditional concealed latch is retained alongside the extended latch, so normal operation is unchanged.
• Strike says the aluminum latch wears the receiver more slowly than a steel latch does.
• Installation needs no gunsmithing, because it fits standard AR-15 charging handle positions.
• The high-polished surface and ergonomic design give a smooth, clean charge.
• Each package contains one charging handle with the extended latch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will it fit my AR-15 upper? It fits standard AR-15 uppers with no gunsmithing. Strike Industries notes it is not guaranteed to be compatible with Anderson MFG upper receivers.

Does it keep the standard latch? Yes. The traditional concealed latch stays in place next to the extended latch, so you can use either one.

What is it made of? It is forged from T-6 7075 aluminum with a black hard anodized finish, and the latch is aluminum as well.

Buy the Strike Industries Extended Latch Charging Handle, AR-15, Black Anodized

Swapping a charging handle is one of the quickest ways to improve how an AR-15 runs under stress, and this one does it without any fitting work. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping, and look through more AR charging handles while you are here.