AR discussion (side charging, non reciprocating uppers)

[aTotal360]

I'm thinking about getting a side charging (non reciprocating) upper.

http://midstatefirearms.com/Side-Ch...ombo-556-223-300-blk-reciprocating-sidech.htm

I understand all the advantages. Are there any disadvantages? What say ye?

 

[Arthur2478]

That particular model has no brass deflector. Any lefty that shoots it would have fits. I've got a matrix side charging upper that charges from the left side. Much easier to charger for a righthanded shooter And still has the brass deflector so lefties can operate it too.

Also, the one you linked to has no forward assist, although I have never actually used mine.

 

[Uncle Ruckus]

I have an upper to build and was thinking about this too. Don't know enough about them to form an opinion though

 

[BigMotherTucker]

I've never used one.