Forward Controls Design ABC/R V3 RB 5.56 Bolt Catch /Release Serrated, Rearward Biased Paddle - ABC/R V3 RB Serrated
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Overview
The Forward Controls Design ABC/R v3 RB 5.56 Bolt Catch features an extended design with a serrated rearward biased paddle, which enhances manipulation and ensures reliable function during use. Constructed from steel and finished with nitride, this bolt catch is built for durability and smooth operation, making it an essential component for any AR-15 build. It is commonly found in builds featuring a carbine gas system and chambered in 5.56 NATO, catering to builders looking for reliable performance in their setups.
Specifications
Forward Controls Design ABC/R V3 RB 5.56 Bolt Catch /Release Serrated, Rearward Biased Paddle - ABC/R V3 RB Serrated
October 2026 on GunPartPicker
Forward Controls Design ABC/R V3 RB 5.56 Bolt Catch /Release Serrated, Rearward Biased Paddle - ABC/R V3 RB Serrated ranked #28 of the 75 bolt catches builders added on GunPartPicker in October 2026. Builders have added it to their builds on GunPartPicker. Since April 2026, it ranks #30 of the 118 bolt catches builders have added. Builds with this bolt catch are mostly chambered in 5.56 NATO (68%, then .223 Wylde 26%), mostly on carbine-length gas (64%, then mid-length 36%), and nearly all AR-15.
Availability is good: it was in stock at one retailer or another nearly every time we checked in October 2026, and today only Palmetto State Armory has it in stock. Prices barely moved in October 2026, holding around $58.90, with no real sale all month. Buying today, the lowest price is $58.90 at Palmetto State Armory, which matches the best price we saw in October.
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Builds Featuring This Part
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| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
 | 23 | $2933.81 |
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