Does your AR-15 have this gap? - XDTalk Forums - Your HS2000/SA-XD Information Source!

propellerhead · 05-19-2008, 06:13 PM

Sometimes I get this stinging sensation when I shoot my AR. I traced it down to this gap underneath the charging handle.

At first I thought it was something in the stock. But after shooting a bunch of 22LR I found this as a result of the crud 22LR leaves.

It's not coming from the top of the charging handle. If it were, the Gas Buster Charging Handle would fix it.

As you can see in the first pic, the upper and lower meet up fine. So, does that appear normal? Does yours have that same gap?

Rampant Colt · 05-19-2008, 06:41 PM

I'm going out on a limb and guess that's normal wear.

I can post pics of my AR with ~ 2500-3000 rounds through it [i can't match your most excellent photography skills though!]

propellerhead · 05-19-2008, 06:45 PM

That's what Del-ton said too. "Normal wear". This rifle is new and it was doing it right off the bat. I have 550 22LR and 120 .223 through it.

My camera has a close up mode. I took the pics outside in the bright sun.

Rampant Colt · 05-19-2008, 07:08 PM

If you think about it, it's only anodized aluminum... The wear is merely cosmetic and shouldn't be cause for concern. You can replace the charging handle with a variety of different makes that should be more durable. I personally wouldn't worry too much about it

propellerhead · 05-19-2008, 07:13 PM

I'm not concerned about the cosmetic aspect. I'm concerned about the stinging sensation on my cheek when the gas and any unburned powder hit my face. It feels like I'm getting stung by an ant or like getting a hypodermic needle shot in my face.

cookieXD40 · 05-19-2008, 07:20 PM

prop i'll get pictures later but mine is the same way...looks the same...i have felt a mild stinging after a range session but its not just horrible pain...i haven't priced charging handles but see if that helps maybe...i dunno man...sorry i'm not much help...

**agalindo** · 05-19-2008, 07:21 PM

Here's some pics of mine. Del-ton upper about 2000 rounds.

propellerhead · 05-19-2008, 07:31 PM

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Originally Posted by cookieXD40

prop i'll get pictures later but mine is the same way...looks the same...i have felt a mild stinging after a range session but its not just horrible pain...i haven't priced charging handles but see if that helps maybe...i dunno man...sorry i'm not much help...

It's not horrible pain but enough to make you wince. It takes away from the fun of shooting.

Quote:

Originally Posted by agalindo

Here's some pics of mine. Del-ton upper about 2000 rounds.

Got plans of shooting it soon? I'd like to see what it looks like after shooting but before cleaning.

**agalindo** · 05-19-2008, 07:34 PM

Just shot a service rifle match Sat. but I might go out this weekend to tweak the sights.

Tally XD · 05-19-2008, 07:39 PM

I may be speaking with much ignorance here, but is it possible your gas key isnt mating with the bubble flare on the gas tube well enough to keep the excess gas from escaping via the gap in your charging handle?

05-19-2008, 06:13 PM	#1
propellerhead XDTalk 3K Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Foat Wurth, TX Posts: 3,512	Does your AR-15 have this gap? Sometimes I get this stinging sensation when I shoot my AR. I traced it down to this gap underneath the charging handle. At first I thought it was something in the stock. But after shooting a bunch of 22LR I found this as a result of the crud 22LR leaves. It's not coming from the top of the charging handle. If it were, the Gas Buster Charging Handle would fix it. As you can see in the first pic, the upper and lower meet up fine. So, does that appear normal? Does yours have that same gap? __________________ XD-9 Tactical for IDPA, XD-40 Subcompact for concealed carry, XD-45 Service for home defense. Three calibers, three models, three purposes. No compromises.

05-19-2008, 06:41 PM	#2
Rampant Colt XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Parts Unknown Posts: 103	I'm going out on a limb and guess that's normal wear. I can post pics of my AR with ~ 2500-3000 rounds through it [i can't match your most excellent photography skills though!] __________________ Hit hard; hit fast; hit often ~ Adm. Wm. "Bull" Halsey

05-19-2008, 06:45 PM	#3
propellerhead XDTalk 3K Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Foat Wurth, TX Posts: 3,512	That's what Del-ton said too. "Normal wear". This rifle is new and it was doing it right off the bat. I have 550 22LR and 120 .223 through it. My camera has a close up mode. I took the pics outside in the bright sun. __________________ XD-9 Tactical for IDPA, XD-40 Subcompact for concealed carry, XD-45 Service for home defense. Three calibers, three models, three purposes. No compromises.

05-19-2008, 07:08 PM	#4
Rampant Colt XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Parts Unknown Posts: 103	If you think about it, it's only anodized aluminum... The wear is merely cosmetic and shouldn't be cause for concern. You can replace the charging handle with a variety of different makes that should be more durable. I personally wouldn't worry too much about it __________________ Hit hard; hit fast; hit often ~ Adm. Wm. "Bull" Halsey

05-19-2008, 07:13 PM	#5
propellerhead XDTalk 3K Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Foat Wurth, TX Posts: 3,512	I'm not concerned about the cosmetic aspect. I'm concerned about the stinging sensation on my cheek when the gas and any unburned powder hit my face. It feels like I'm getting stung by an ant or like getting a hypodermic needle shot in my face. __________________ XD-9 Tactical for IDPA, XD-40 Subcompact for concealed carry, XD-45 Service for home defense. Three calibers, three models, three purposes. No compromises.

05-19-2008, 07:20 PM	#6
cookieXD40 XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Amarillo, Texas Posts: 275	prop i'll get pictures later but mine is the same way...looks the same...i have felt a mild stinging after a range session but its not just horrible pain...i haven't priced charging handles but see if that helps maybe...i dunno man...sorry i'm not much help... __________________ check out my myspace... http://www.myspace.com/eatin_smoke *XD 40 4" Service* Stoeger 12 gauge P350 old High Standard 20 Gauge old High Standard 22lr *16"M4 Del-ton rifle upper and a superior arms lower receiver with a center point v*ariable scope! NRA Member *Rules of EMS* 1. If you drop the baby, pick up the baby 2. All bleeding stops, eventually 3. Never go further into the scene than the first dead cop

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