Forward Controls Design AR-15 Low Drag Forward Assist Dimpled Steel Black
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Forward Controls Design
Overview
The Forward Controls Design Low Drag Forward Assist is a complete assembly crafted from 4130 steel, designed to provide a streamlined, low-profile option for your AR-15 build. This forward assist enhances reliability by allowing the shooter to ensure the bolt is fully seated, particularly crucial in builds utilizing a carbine gas system with 5.56 NATO caliber. It's commonly found in builds that prioritize a sleek design while maintaining function in critical situations.
Specifications
Forward Controls Design AR-15 Low Drag Forward Assist Dimpled Steel Black
August 2026 on GunPartPicker
Forward Controls Design AR-15 Low Drag Forward Assist Dimpled Steel Black was the fifth most added forward assist on GunPartPicker in August 2026, behind the Sons of Liberty Gun Works AR-15 Forward Assist Assembly, with about 5% of all forward assists added to builds. Up from #7 in July. Builds with this forward assist are mostly chambered in 5.56 NATO (63%, then .223 Wylde 25%), split between mid-length (57%) and carbine-length (43%) gas systems, and mostly AR-15 (86%, then AR-10 14%).
Availability is good: it was in stock at one retailer or another nearly every day in August 2026, and today 5 of the 6 retailers we track have it in stock. Prices barely moved in August 2026, holding around $39.99, so there haven't been real sales lately. Buying today, the lowest price is $39.99 at Brownells, which matches the best price we saw in August.
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Builds Featuring This Part
See all 4 →Builds in the community that include the Forward Controls Design Llc Ar-15 Low Drag Forward Assist Dimpled Steel Black
| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
 | 23 | $2930.32 |
 | 33 | $2804.47 |
| 21 | $3651.69 |
 | 19 | $2048.98 |
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