Cryptic AR15 Steel Bolt Carrier Black Nitride
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Overview
The Cryptic AR15 Steel Bolt Carrier is designed for the 5.56 NATO caliber, providing a robust and reliable function in your AR-15 build. Its black nitride finish enhances durability and corrosion resistance, ensuring smoother cycling and longevity of the carrier within the upper receiver. This bolt carrier commonly features in builds focused on reliability and performance under various conditions.
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Cryptic AR15 Steel Bolt Carrier Black Nitride
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October 2026 on GunPartPicker
Cryptic AR15 Steel Bolt Carrier Black Nitride ranked #77 of the 258 bolt carrier groups builders added on GunPartPicker in October 2026. Builders have added it to their builds on GunPartPicker. Since April 2026, it ranks #107 of the 549 bolt carrier groups builders have added. Builds with this bolt carrier group are nearly all chambered in 5.56 NATO, mostly on mid-length gas (64%, then carbine-length 29%), and nearly all AR-15.
It was hard to find in October 2026, in stock on only 4 of the 18 days we checked, and today the one retailer we track is out of stock. Prices barely moved in October 2026, holding around $59.99, with no real sale all month. Listed prices start at $59.99 at Optics Planet for when it comes back.
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Builds Featuring This Part
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| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
 | 19 | $744.77 |
 | 10 | $1152.61 |
 | 15 | $543.34 |
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