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Palmetto State Armory
Overview
The PSA AR-15 Charging Handle is a standard latch-style component crafted from 7075-T6 aluminum, which provides a balance of strength and weight for reliable operation. Its black finish complements a variety of builds while ensuring durability under use. This charging handle is frequently found in carbine gas system builds chambered in 5.56 NATO, making it a practical choice for those looking to enhance the functionality of their AR-15.
PSA AR-15 Charging Handle 7075 T6 Forged Mil-Spec - 24080 ranked #48 of the 180 charging handles builders added on GunPartPicker in August 2026. Builders have been adding it to their builds on GunPartPicker since January 2026. All time, it ranks #45 of the 362 charging handles builders have added. Builds with this charging handle are split between 5.56 NATO (40%) and 7.62x39mm (20%), mostly on carbine-length gas (67%, then pistol-length 33%), and nearly all AR-15.
Availability is good: it was in stock at one retailer or another nearly every day in August 2026, and today the one retailer we track has it in stock. Prices barely moved in August 2026, holding around $19.99, so there haven't been real sales lately. Buying today, the lowest price is $19.99 at Palmetto State Armory, which matches the best price we saw in August.
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Builds in the community that include the PSA AR-15 Charging Handle 7075 T6 Forged Mil-Spec - 24080
| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
![]() | 12 | $998.23 |
![]() | 18 | $632.22 |
![]() | 12 | $916.76 |
![]() | 27 | $962.05 |
![]() | 8 | $933.93 |
| 16 | $2512.33 | |
![]() | 20 | $962.37 |
![]() | 19 | $4606.99 |
![]() | 21 | $657.17 |
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love the extended latch
PSA milspec charging handle is a perfectly serviceable backup or starter CH. 7075 aluminum, latch operates correctly, no rattle when the guns at rest. Not as fancy as a Raptor or B5 but for the price you cant really complain. Drop in fitment as expected.