Forward Assist

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I recently purchased an S&W MP15 Sporter, this particular model does not come with a Forward Assist. After eight years in the military I cannot recall any time I needed to use the forward assist. I assume, based on my limited knowledge and experience, if an operator pulls the charging handle all the way to the rear and does not ride the bolt forward the bolt should lock properly removing the need for a forward assist. How many times have you used the forward assist?