Strike Industries hex design forward assist works but the install required a couple extra steps that werent in the package instructions. Once figured out it drops in cleanly. Hex pattern on the body is a visual accent. Function is correct.



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Strike Industries
Overview
The Strike Industries AR Forward Assist with Hex Design is a complete assembly designed to ensure reliable functionality in your AR-15 platform. Made from steel, this standard-style forward assist allows builders to easily chamber a round or clear a malfunction, enhancing the overall performance of the firearm. It's commonly found in builds featuring a carbine gas system chambered in 5.56 NATO, making it a practical choice for those looking to maintain a robust and effective setup.
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Aggregated and anonymized data showing how builders use this product
| Product | Category | Times Built Together |
|---|---|---|
| Wilson Combat Ar-15 Lo-Profile Gas Block .750" Black | 35 | |
| CMMG AR-15 HD Pivot and Takedown Pin Parts Kit - 55AFF3B | 32 | |
| Wmd Guns Ar-15 Gas Tube Nitromet Mid-Length | 31 | |
| Strike Industries Extended Bolt Catch | 31 | |
| Strike Industries Collar Adjustable Gas Block | 30 | |
| Bravo Company Ar-15/m16 Bcm Mil-Spec 6 Position Receiver Extension | 30 |
| Platform | Percentage |
|---|---|
| AR-15 | 83.3% |
| AR-10 | 16.7% |
| Caliber | Percentage |
|---|---|
| 5.56 NATO | 69.2% |
| .223 Wylde | 7.7% |
| .458 SOCOM | 7.7% |
| .50 Beowulf | 7.7% |
| 7.62x39mm | 7.7% |
| Gas System | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Carbine | 50% |
| Mid-Length | 30% |
| Rifle | 20% |
Builds in the community that include the Strike Industries Ar Forward Assist With Hex Design Black
| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
![]() | 9 | $644.44 |
![]() | 23 | $2350.21 |
![]() | 27 | $1868.39 |
![]() | 14 | $3415.82 |
![]() | 15 | $4539.36 |
![]() | 24 | $1676.22 |
![]() | 16 | $1302.19 |
![]() | 18 | $2048.19 |
![]() | 26 | $3177.96 |
![]() | 37 | $6257.97 |
![]() | 16 | $4637.27 |
![]() | 8 | $2040.40 |
4 global ratings
Strike Industries hex design forward assist works but the install required a couple extra steps that werent in the package instructions. Once figured out it drops in cleanly. Hex pattern on the body is a visual accent. Function is correct.
Strike Industries forward assist with hex design works correctly. The hex pattern on the body is a unique visual touch. Price is a little steep for a forward assist but the styling differentiates it from milspec. Standard install with the roll pin.
bought this for a SI themed build, the hex texture matches their other parts. detent spring tension is correct, button presses with confidence. cheap upgrade over the mil spec round button
hex pattern on the button gives positive thumb purchase, especially with gloves. install was the usual roll pin and spring assembly, took 2 min with proper punches. black anodize is consistent