US12429296 - Firearm with forward charging handle

The patent describes a firearm featuring a forward charging handle that enables the shooter to cycle the bolt without altering their stance, enhancing efficiency during operation. This design positions the charging handle near the shooter’s support hand, minimizing the time and effort required to address ammunition-related issues.

Claim 1

1. A firearm comprising: a firearm housing; a firing assembly disposed within the housing and including a bolt movable along a longitudinal axis between a first position and a second position; a forward charging handle with at least a portion positioned in front of the bolt and comprising a linking arm movable along the longitudinal axis to move the bolt towards the second position when the linking arm moves in a first direction; a rear charging handle with at least a portion positioned behind the bolt and comprising an elongated portion movable along the longitudinal axis to move the bolt toward the second position when the elongated portion moves in the first direction; and wherein the linking arm is a solid rod without internal bore. a firearm housing; a firing assembly disposed within the housing and including a bolt movable along a longitudinal axis between a first position and a second position; a forward charging handle with at least a portion positioned in front of the bolt and comprising a linking arm movable along the longitudinal axis to move the bolt towards the second position when the linking arm moves in a first direction; a rear charging handle with at least a portion positioned behind the bolt and comprising an elongated portion movable along the longitudinal axis to move the bolt toward the second position when the elongated portion moves in the first direction; and wherein the linking arm is a solid rod without internal bore.

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