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zeke · January 11, 2021, 09:14 AM

One of the biggest advantages of a bolt locking back is the clear signal you are out of rounds. On a AR-15, especially with a scope prone, it is a major pita (position adjustment) to use the rear cocking handle, as compared to bolt release.

January 11, 2021, 09:14 AM	#53
zeke Senior Member Join Date: November 17, 1999 Location: NW Wi Posts: 1,671	One of the biggest advantages of a bolt locking back is the clear signal you are out of rounds. On a AR-15, especially with a scope prone, it is a major pita (position adjustment) to use the rear cocking handle, as compared to bolt release.