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Strike Industries
Overview
The Strike Industries Charging Handle with Extended Latch in Blue offers builders a reliable and visually distinct option for their AR-15. Crafted from aluminum, this charging handle features an extended latch that enhances grip and ease of operation, particularly when wearing gloves or in challenging conditions. Commonly found in builds utilizing a mid-length gas system and chambered in 5.56 NATO, this charging handle is a practical choice for those looking to improve their firearm's functionality while maintaining a unique aesthetic.
Strike Industries Charging Handle W/ Extended Latch, Blue - SI-ARCH-EL-BLU
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Strike Industries Charging Handle W/ Extended Latch, Blue - SI-ARCH-EL-BLU ranked #82 of the 238 charging handles builders added on GunPartPicker in October 2026. Builders have added it to their builds on GunPartPicker. Since April 2026, it ranks #96 of the 459 charging handles builders have added. Builds with this charging handle are split between 5.56 NATO (41%) and 300 Blackout (29%), split between pistol-length (56%) and mid-length (33%) gas systems, and mostly AR-15 (81%, then AR-10 10%).
Availability is good: it was in stock at one retailer or another nearly every time we checked in October 2026, and today 3 of the 4 retailers we track have it in stock. Buying today, the lowest price is $42.95 at Optics Planet, which matches the best price we saw in October.
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Builds in the community that include the Strike Industries Charging Handle W/ Extended Latch, Blue - SI-ARCH-EL-BLU
| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
![]() | 14 | $1121.50 |
![]() | 19 | $2202.20 |
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