RADIAN WEAPONS RAPTOR-LT AMBIDEXTROUS CHARGING HANDLE

[GOST]

Meet the newest member of the Radian family: Raptor-LT. Utilizing the same patented ambidextrous functionality as its predecessor, the Raptor-LT handles are machined from 7075 aluminum, MILSPEC Type III hard anodized, then over-molded with high-strength, fiberglass reinforced polymer for the ultimate combination of strength, weight, and durability. Compatible with AR15/M16 or AR10/SR25-pattern rifles, the Raptor-LT is available in black, flat dark earth, and grey, all designed to match standard Magpul® color offerings. Like all Radian products, the Raptor-LT comes with a limited lifetime warranty, and is 100% designed and manufactured in the USA.

MSRP $59.95

https://radianweapons.com/accessorie...harging-handle

[Stone]

Good price and great idea. I wonder how it handles when its wet. Someday I hope these company's that make CH's will figure out that anodizing the main shaft is subpar compared to using something like Microslick. Hint, hint...

[fledge]

Radian makes an slick NP3 version. The struggle is coating it and keeping the price down.

[UWone77]

Good price and great idea. I wonder how it handles when its wet. Someday I hope these company's that make CH's will figure out that anodizing the main shaft is subpar compared to using something like Microslick. Hint, hint...

I haven't heard much about microslick since the Next Generation Arms guns basically microslick'ed everything.

[inthegame]

Good offering/price for the current down market

[Joelski]

Polymer? Not compelling. I'm getting old, so I claim my right to stick to certain things. Nothing wrong with recipe #1.

[GOST]

I liked the Rainier Raptor recipe #1 also that had no laser etching and steel latches. They were heavy though. Recipe #2 with the aluminum latches are good also. I would like to see Radian make one with solid latches like the prototypes.

[UWone77]

The steel latches were beating up uppers. I've got some wear on an upper with steel latches. It personally didn't bother me, but I could see how people would complain.

I like the new price point on this Raptor.

[SINNER]

Polymer? Not compelling. I'm getting old, so I claim my right to stick to certain things. Nothing wrong with recipe #1.

By that logic, everyone should still be running Colt cast aluminum stocks on all AR's.

[Joelski]

By that logic, everyone should still be running Colt cast aluminum stocks on all AR's.

If I liked them I would. That's the amazing thing about freedom of choice!

[RadianNick]

Polymer? Not compelling. I'm getting old, so I claim my right to stick to certain things. Nothing wrong with recipe #1.

To clarify, the Raptor-LT has CNC machined 7075 aluminum MILSPEC Type III hard anodized cores in the center of the handles. The aluminum piece is actually inserted into the mold, then the polymer is shot around and through the metal to form a permanent bond. It's the best of both worlds, really.

[RadianNick]

Good price and great idea. I wonder how it handles when its wet. Someday I hope these company's that make CH's will figure out that anodizing the main shaft is subpar compared to using something like Microslick. Hint, hint...

We are experimenting with a number of new coatings, but as fledge mentioned, NP3 is available as an option currently.

[RadianNick]

By that logic, everyone should still be running Colt cast aluminum stocks on all AR's.

Soldier Systems posted our release on Facebook and the first two comments were 1) guy complaining about it being lighter and cheaper; and 2) guy complaining that it is available in "tactical" colors. You can't please everyone, so don't bother trying.

[GOST]

Thanks for posting Nick.

[Joelski]

I feel like I need to state that my post was not a criticism, just my observation, heavily influenced by my own experiences and opinions (nobody, consumer guy). I have zero issues with the first one and am not on a quest to shave ounces. Other people will praise it as a godsend. Original vs. extra crispy.. as long as the Colonel is selling it, it's all good. The people that should be pissed are the competitors; in this market, Radian is not marketing the silliest advancement to turn a buck.