Simple bolt hold open

[snekrz]

The lack of a BHO bugged me. Also the spring inside the charging handle broke. When does that happen? So I had an idea and replaced the spring and made a simple latch on the backside while I was at it. Doesnt look too much like ass and functions great. Im going to add a little serrated nub for the thumb as it doesnt always pop up and release whent he charging handle is pulled.

[42rocker]

Nice idea. Much better than the stick to hold open like some use.
And the idea does blend in.

Later 42rocker

[snekrz]

I forgot to add when I replaced the spring I made it so it has constant pressure on the forward hook so that the handle stays latched in the forward position during firing until you lift the handle.

[dlbard]

Wow! How did I miss this post. I've been looking for an idea for a bolt hold open and this is a simple yet effective design. It also looks like it belongs there. Great idea!

[www.Prussia.us]

That is brilliant