Do these hamdles work with the trijcon HD sights?

I believe so but can't be certain. Feel free to try and return if not (as per our money back guarantee)

What type of charging handle would you recommend for a zevtech citadel long slide

Our charging handles are created for specific compatibility with the brands listed (like Glock). I can't comment on the one you mentioned but if it happens to be an exact clone of any of the compatible guns listed here, it will work.

I installed this on my Glock 34 and it just pulls off the slide when I pull it back. seems like the polymer is just flexing under the strain

Definitely have not heard this before. Could be a defective unit. Please reach out to service@recovertactical.com and they will sort you out.

Will this work for a Glock 42 ?

No, but the GCH42 Charging Handle for Glock 42 is.

Greetings. How does this mount to the slide? Set screw?? Thanks.

The upper half and lower half fit over the slide and 2 screws hold it in place.

Will this fit a P80 pf940v2?

Yes, if it has an OEM Glock slide. Otherwise, you will need the OEM P8o charging handle here.

Can you PLEASE sell a parts kit for the charging handles? The UCH17 to be specific. I see you have a parts kit that says it is for the charging handles, but upon opening that item you will see it says the fasteners are m2.5 and the charging handle fasteners are m2 instead. Please advise. You guys are awesome, but I don't wanna pay $30 for a whole new kit when I just need the fasteners/nuts.

Maybe there is some mistake there with the measurements. The hardware is correct for the UCH17.

Pleas make one of these for the Glock 44 in .22LR. THE 20/20 fits the Glock 44 perfectly, but the charging handle does not fit the pistol.

Hmmm... the 20/20 is not tested to be compatible with the G44. If it fits, great! We don't have a charging handle for the G44 at this time. If we do add one, we will send out an email. Did you check to see if any other vendors have one?

Will this fit Gen 4 Glock 26?

Yes, as long as it doesn't have an RTF “Moon Cut” slide.

I have a Glock 22 Gen 3, will the UCH21 charging handle work on my Glock that is included in your 20/20NMG kit.

The Charging Handle included in the 20/20NMG kit is this one, the UCH17 - and the UCH17 is compatible with your weapon.

Does this work for the Glock 19 as well?

Yes. It is compatible with the 19 (unless, you have an RTF model).

UCH17 Glock Upper Charging Handle

Name: UCH17 Glock Upper Charging Handle
Brand: Recover Tactical
SKU: UCH17-01
Price: 29.95 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (4 reviews)

(4 reviews)

(22 questions)

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$29.95

The UCH Upper Charging Handle for all stock slide Double Stack Glock 9mm/SW40/357 pistols (except RTF models and 5th generation Glock 22 and 23 - all other generations are compatible) is the easiest way to charge your Glock without needing to modify your pistol (Compatible with OEM Glock slides only). Installation is simple and can be mounted to your Glock in under 2 minutes with the supplied hardware and tool. Comes with UCH Enhanced Upper Charging Handle as well as our GCH17 lower profile Charging Handle.

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Recover Tactical Charging Handles are covered by US Patent US10782081B2

• Installation requires no modifications to your pistol

• Remains holster compatible

• Doesn’t impede with the pistol’s sights (not RMR or MOA compatible)

• Installs in under 2 minutes with the supplied hardware

• Lightweight glass-reinforced polymer

• Comes with 2 Charging Handles, the Upper Enhanced Charging Handle as well as the low profile GCH17 Charging Handles are covered by US Patent US10782081

Weapons compatible with UCH17-01

Brand / Make	Model / Type	Gen / Spec
Glock	G17	GEN1
Glock	G17	GEN2
Glock	G17	GEN3
Glock	G17	GEN4
Glock	G17	GEN4 MOS
Glock	G17	GEN5
Glock	G17	GEN5 MOS
Glock	G19	GEN1
Glock	G19	GEN2
Glock	G19	GEN3
Glock	G19	GEN4
Glock	G19	GEN4 MOS
Glock	G19	GEN5
Glock	G19	GEN5 MOS
Glock	G22	GEN1
Glock	G22	GEN2
Glock	G22	GEN3
Glock	G22	GEN4
Glock	G22	GEN4 MOS
Glock	G23	GEN1
Glock	G23	GEN2
Glock	G23	GEN3
Glock	G23	GEN4
Glock	G23	GEN4 MOS
Glock	G24	GEN1
Glock	G24	GEN2
Glock	G24	GEN3
Glock	G24	GEN4
Glock	G24	GEN4 MOS
Glock	G24	GEN5
Glock	G24	GEN5 MOS
Glock	G31	GEN1
Glock	G31	GEN2
Glock	G31	GEN3
Glock	G31	GEN4
Glock	G31	GEN4 MOS
Glock	G31	GEN5
Glock	G31	GEN5 MOS
Glock	G32	GEN1
Glock	G32	GEN2
Glock	G32	GEN3
Glock	G32	GEN4
Glock	G32	GEN4 MOS
Glock	G32	GEN5
Glock	G32	GEN5 MOS
Glock	G34	GEN1
Glock	G34	GEN2
Glock	G34	GEN3
Glock	G34	GEN4
Glock	G34	GEN4 MOS
Glock	G34	GEN5
Glock	G34	GEN5 MOS
Glock	G35	GEN1
Glock	G35	GEN2
Glock	G35	GEN3
Glock	G35	GEN4
Glock	G35	GEN4 MOS
Glock	G45	GEN1
Glock	G45	GEN2
Glock	G45	GEN3
Glock	G45	GEN4
Glock	G45	GEN4 MOS
Glock	G45	GEN5
Glock	G45	GEN5 MOS
Glock	G26	GEN1
Glock	G26	GEN2
Glock	G26	GEN3
Glock	G26	GEN4
Glock	G26	GEN4 MOS
Glock	G26	GEN5
Glock	G26	GEN5 MOS
Glock	G25	GEN1
Glock	G25	GEN2
Glock	G25	GEN3
Glock	G25	GEN4
Glock	G25	GEN4 MOS
Glock	G25	GEN5
Glock	G25	GEN5 MOS
Glock	G27	GEN1
Glock	G27	GEN2
Glock	G27	GEN3
Glock	G27	GEN4
Glock	G27	GEN4 MOS

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22 questions from customers

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Will this work for a Glock 43x?

No, you'll need the GCH43.

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Does UCH charging handle srews have a recommended torque? Is blue loctite required?

We don't have a specific torque spec for the charging handle and using a Loctite is optional.

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Does this fit the G33? I see that it does list the G31 & G32 but not G33. thx

Yes, the Glock 33 is compatible with the UCH17.

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I shoot comp and I am 65 with arthritis in my thumbs will this fit a Glock 34 gen 3 with factory sights?

Yes, the UCH17 is compatible with OEM Glock 34 slides.

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I tried the large and small charging handles on my gen 4 g26 and I can't even reassemble it. The little bit the fits under the slide on the lower portion seems to make the fit too tight. What am I doing wrong?

Please send us an email at service@recovertactical.com with the photo of your pistol and the charging handle so we can assist you further.

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I have Glock 22 gen 5. Do you have a charging handle that will fit the gen 5 model?

No, we don't have any compatible charging handle for the Glock 22 Gen 5.

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Will your product fit a Glock G45 with the MOS - Acrocut?

No, the UCH17 only works for OEM Glock slides.

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does it fit the Glock 19x?

Yes the UCH17 will fit the Glock 19X.

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I just purchased this for a Glock 45 MOS with an installed red dot. The top piece will not fit due to the lip along the top edge. Suggestions? I didn;t see anything about these not working with red dots.

It depends on the red dot. If the red dot overlaps the area covered by the charging handle, obviously that is an issue. You may be able to make it work by sanding down/dremeling the charging handle a bit. If you'd rather just return it for a refund, please request an RMA here.

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Is this compatible with PSA Dagger compact Carry in 9mm?

No. Only Glock

Product Reviews

5.0 out of 5 · 4 reviews

JEROME SMITH

March 12, 2026

I just brought the pistol stabilizer and I love it, I had to modify the charging adapter to fit over my rear site on my glock 17 gen 5 and it works flawless, I can't say enough good about this product well worth the price and purchase ??????

D Justice

August 15, 2025

Great product! Fits correctly, looks good on my G17 and makes racking the slide easier.

Mike I

November 13, 2022

I just received my charging handle for my Glock 17. It was easy to install and makes racking the gun much easier. It seems to be well made, so I anticipate it will last a lifetime.

breauxp

May 10, 2021

A charging handle was never on my list of accessories for my Glock 23 as none that I had seen offered solid performance and ease of use UNTIL I found the UCH17. Having seen the different methods to cock/chamber check that a slide mounted optic give, I quickly realized that the added height of that design has great merit. HOWEVER, the current pricing of optics and the cost of milling a slide for my preferred mount put that combination far down on my list of things to do to my gun. Enter Recover Tactical and the UCH17... At $30, the improvement is an investment that pays great dividends. Even with just the lower profile upper, the improved grip is phenomenal, but don’t take my word for it, check out Instructor Zero’s video of using it WET AND OILY! If you have to find a flaw in everything, sure there is the added width that will print more in concealed carry, but I’ll work around that any day to know that I can do full manipulations one handed, if needed. Added note: my Glock is hydro-dipped and the polymer construction of the charging handle has shown no wear on the finish after being removed and installed 5 times.