RADIAN WEAPONS FORWARD ASSIST AR15 ALUM BLK

Description

The Radian Weapons Forward Assist is a direct replacement for the standard MIL-SPEC forward assist button on AR-15 and M16 upper receivers. Where the factory component is typically made from steel, Radian machines this one from 7075 aluminum, which cuts the weight to approximately 10 grams — roughly half what a standard part weighs. That reduction matters most to builders who are trimming every gram from a precision or competition build without sacrificing a functional control.

The button itself is enlarged relative to a standard forward assist, giving the shooter a more positive surface to push against when manually seating a round or confirming bolt closure under stress or with gloves on. The profile stays low and snag-free, so it does not catch on gear or interfere with a firing grip. The hard anodized finish resists abrasion and corrosion without adding meaningful thickness or weight, and it matches the matte black aesthetic common to Radian’s component line.

Installation follows the same procedure as any standard AR-15 forward assist — the assembly includes the forward assist itself, the spring, and a spiral roll pin, so no additional hardware is needed. It fits most standard AR-15 and M16 upper receivers without modification. For a builder putting together a lightweight upper or replacing a worn factory part, this is a straightforward, functional upgrade from a maker whose AR-15 components are designed and manufactured in the United States.