Yet another newb AR question - charging handle with a scope...

**SWIGIN** · November 3rd, 2017, 05:26 PM

Now it looks better, here's mine.

A lot of people do seem to hold AR's wrong for some reason. Like my Dad would say ''you need to suck up on it'' and a shorter LOP helps.

I used to think like you and actually didn't mind the stock charging handle until I used one of my buddys rifles with a BCM Mod 4. Now I have a BCM Mod 4 and wont go back.

You can work it with your left hand and it does not feel like it binds in fact it feels right, unlike the stocker. Besides, you only really need to work the handle the first time rack in a round, after that use the bolt release.

**ExFlyinguy** · November 3rd, 2017, 05:39 PM

Originally Posted by zachomega

I am not sure I understand the reference.

-Zach

It's a video...I'm guessing you didn't know that. My apologies.

**dkf** · November 3rd, 2017, 06:09 PM

The last pic of the scope moved forward looks better. Still won't hurt to pick up a BCM Mod4 charging handle for easier use. Its also a stronger CH than the standard CH.

**SgtRecon** · November 3rd, 2017, 08:51 PM

Originally Posted by zachomega

Okay. I moved the scope forward after getting a different hold on the rifle. Moved the butt in one more click. It feels good still and I can access the charging handle.

Thanks!

-Zach

Saw the pic in post #8 and thought If Mine Id move it forward 3-4 slots, scrolled down to post #10 , that looks about right, you will get a better cheek rest with that, good luck and good shooting, let us know how you do

**zachomega** · November 4th, 2017, 07:04 AM

I really appreciate the help! Thanks!

-Zach

**Hawk** · November 4th, 2017, 09:28 AM

Your rear scope position looks better, but the rear mount is on backwards. They should face the same direction with a wide gap between where they mount to the rifle.

Nose to the charging handle should only occur in the prone position if you're running a A2 stock. Your position on the rifle should not be forced, you should let it fall naturally. If you're forcing your nose to the charging handle you're putting tension into your shooting position.

Scoping a AR is a challenge if you don't have an adjustable stock to change the eye relief based on shooting position (standing, sitting, prone).

**Hawk** · November 4th, 2017, 09:40 AM

Originally Posted by ExFlyinguy

It's either this or get yourself a BCM extended charging handle

Good video.

**zachomega** · November 4th, 2017, 10:04 AM

Originally Posted by Hawk

Your rear scope position looks better, but the rear mount is on backwards. They should face the same direction with a wide gap between where they mount to the rifle.

Nose to the charging handle should only occur in the prone position if you're running a A2 stock. Your position on the rifle should not be forced, you should let it fall naturally. If you're forcing your nose to the charging handle you're putting tension into your shooting position.

Scoping a AR is a challenge if you don't have an adjustable stock to change the eye relief based on shooting position (standing, sitting, prone).

According to Nikon, the scope mounts are reversible for whatever best suits the situation on your rail.

Originally I had a flip up rear sight I was trying to maintain.

But I like that the mounts take up less real estate this way. I don't believe turning the one mount around will produce any difference in stability.

As for the hold, it isn't forced. I just had to move the stock in one more click and then the scope was right where I needed it.

It probably isn't the best scope for the gun, but it is the scope I have.

-Zach