Forward Controls Design

Forward Controls Design AR-15 Enhanced Extended Mag Release Serrated Ambidextrous

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Forward Controls Design

Overview

The Forward Controls Design Enhanced Extended Mag Release is an ambidextrous magazine release that features a serrated button for improved tactile feedback. Its black nitride finish provides a durable surface that can withstand regular use while ensuring a sleek appearance. This mag release is particularly favored in builds with a carbine gas system chambered in 5.56 NATO, making it a reliable choice for builders looking to enhance their rifle's functionality.

Specifications

MPNEMR-A, EXT
Button StyleSerrated
FinishNitride
TypeAmbidextrous
ColorBlack

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September 2026 on GunPartPicker

Forward Controls Design AR-15 Enhanced Extended Mag Release Serrated Ambidextrous ranked #22 of the 84 magazine releases builders added on GunPartPicker in September 2026. Builders have been adding it to their builds on GunPartPicker since February 2026. All time, it ranks #19 of the 189 magazine releases builders have added. Builds with this magazine release are mostly chambered in 5.56 NATO (86%, then .223 Wylde 10%), mostly on mid-length gas (67%, then carbine-length 30%), and nearly all AR-15.

It was out of stock everywhere we track for all of September 2026, and today none of the 2 retailers we track has it in stock right now. Listed prices start at $66.50 at Brownells for when it comes back.

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Build Configuration Breakdown

Aggregated and anonymized data showing how builders use this product

Platform

100%
AR-15100%

Caliber

85.7%
5.56 NATO85.7%
.223 Wylde9.5%
6.5 Creedmoor2.4%
6mm ARC2.4%

Gas System

66.7%
Mid-Length66.7%
Carbine29.6%
Rifle3.7%

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EMR-A is a game changer
Reviewed on March 19, 2026

This FCD mag release is seriously underrated. The serrated button offers excellent grip, way better than standard milspec, especially when you're gloved up or moving fast. I put it on my 5.56 build with a carbine gas system and it’s been flawless. The ambidextrous feature is key for me, makes reloads super smooth no matter which shoulder I'm running. Nitride finish looks great too and seems really durable after a few range trips. 5 stars.

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