Description
The Strike Industries AR Forward Assist in Chrome is one of those parts that pulls double duty. It handles the everyday job of pushing a bolt carrier the last little bit into battery when it needs a hand, and it does it while looking a lot sharper than the plain black button that came on your rifle. Machined from high strength 4140 carbon steel and heat treated, it's built to hold up to real use, not just sit there and look pretty. The chrome coat is the reason a lot of folks grab this one, since it adds a bright accent that plays well against a black or FDE upper.
What Sets This Chrome Forward Assist Apart
The standout detail here is the hex head face. Instead of the usual round or teardrop button, Strike went with a hexagonal pattern that catches the eye and gives your thumb something to bear down on. It's a mil-spec assembly, so it drops into any standard AR-15 or M16 upper receiver without fuss. If you can install a factory forward assist, you can install this one.
Installing the Strike Industries Forward Assist
This ships as a complete assembly with the pawl and spring already in place, plus the roll pin you need to lock it into the receiver. Installation is straightforward with a punch and a small hammer, though a forward assist install tool or a bench block makes lining up the roll pin easier. Because it's cut to mil-spec dimensions, there's no filing or fitting involved on a standard upper.
Whether you're finishing out a fresh build, dressing up an existing rifle, or replacing a worn or broken factory part, this is a low-cost way to add both function and a little personality. It pairs nicely with other chrome or polished accents if you're going for a matched look across the gun.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Strike Industries
- Manufacturer Part Number: ARFACC
- Model: AR
- Product Type: Forward Assist Kit
- UPC: 700598351194
- Material: High strength 4140 carbon steel, heat treated
- Finish: Chrome coat
- Head Design: Hex pattern face
- Specification: Mil-Spec
- Fitment: AR-15 / M16 standard upper receivers
- Assembly: Complete with installed pawl and spring
What’s Included
- 1x Forward Assist Assembly (chrome, with installed pawl and spring)
- 1x Forward Assist Spring
- 1x Forward Assist Roll Pin
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this Strike Industries forward assist fit my AR-15?
Yes, it's built to mil-spec dimensions and drops into any standard AR-15 or M16 upper receiver. There's no fitting or filing needed on a standard upper. If your rifle came with a factory forward assist, this replaces it directly.
Does the chrome forward assist come with everything needed to install it?
It does. The assembly ships complete with the pawl and spring already installed, plus the roll pin required to secure it in the receiver. You'll just need a punch and a small hammer, and a bench block or install tool makes lining up the pin easier.
What makes the hex head design different from a standard forward assist?
The face uses a hexagonal pattern instead of the usual round button, which gives it a distinctive look and a bit more purchase for your thumb. It functions the same as a standard mil-spec forward assist, so the difference is mostly in appearance and feel.
Is the chrome finish just for looks or does it help with durability?
The main draw of the chrome is the bright, standout appearance against a black or FDE build. The part underneath is heat-treated 4140 carbon steel, so the strength and longevity come from the material and treatment rather than the coating itself.





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