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Smith Tactics
Overview
The Smith Tactics AR-15 Lightning Bolt Release is an extended bolt catch designed to enhance the functionality of your AR-15 platform. Made from durable 7075-T6 aluminum and finished with a nitride coating, this component ensures reliable performance while providing a more accessible release point for easier operation during reloads. This bolt catch is commonly found in builds utilizing a rifle-length gas system chambered in 5.56 NATO, making it an ideal choice for those focused on precision and efficiency.
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Aggregated and anonymized data showing how builders use this product
| Product | Category | Times Built Together |
|---|---|---|
| Law Tactical AR Folding Stock Adapter Gen 3 - HK | 14 | |
| Bravo Company Manufacturing Mk2 Recoil Mitigation System - Mod 1 - T2 | 11 | |
| Jp Enterprises Silent Captured Spring for Law Tactical Folder | 10 | |
| Norgon Ambi-Catch | 10 | |
| Strike Industries TRIBUS Enhanced Castle Nut and Ext End Plate for AR-15 Rifle, FDE | 9 | |
| Knights Armament Ar-15 Flip-Up 45 Degree Offset Sight Set Clamp Mount Blk | 8 |
| Platform | Percentage |
|---|---|
| AR-15 | 70% |
| AR-10 | 30% |
| Caliber | Percentage |
|---|---|
| 5.56 NATO | 85.7% |
| .308 Win | 14.3% |
| Gas System | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Rifle | 80% |
| Carbine | 20% |
Builds in the community that include the Smith Tactics Ar-15 Lightning Bolt Release
| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
 | 32 | $3927.55 |
 | 32 | $3927.55 |
 | 33 | $3071.73 |
 | 25 | $2951.39 |
 | 16 | $782.53 |
1 global rating
Smith Tactics lightning bolt release has the lightning bolt shape engraved into the paddle. Anodize matches my Smith Tactics lower well. Mechanically the larger shelf makes empty mag lockback fast. Drops in with the standard catch spring.