Operation of an AR-15 charging handle can be challenging in certain conditions. Large optics or wearing bulky gloves in cold weather can reduce the operator's ability to manipulate the latch. An oversize charging handle latch has a larger grasping area to allow fast and smooth operation of the charging handle. Badger's Generation 2 tactical charging handle latch has a smaller profile than the original tactical latch, helping to avoid snagging on clothing or gear while still offering the benefits of an extended charging handle latch.