Upgrading to the X2 Jackal Charging Handle

I finally got around to installing an x2 jackal charging handle on my primary rifle, and I have to say, the difference is pretty immediate. If you've spent any significant amount of time behind a standard mil-spec charging handle, you know exactly how underwhelming they can feel. They're functional, sure, but they're thin, they're usually only accessible from one side, and they can be a real pain to grab if you've got a large optic sitting right above them. ...

February 10, 2026 · 7 min · Jana Rocha