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FAB Defense Vanguard M16 MLOK Compatible Picatinny Handguard Up to $3.90 Off, Coupon Available — 3 models
For a carbine handguard with a "F" marked front sight this thing is sweet! M-Loc slots for days, internal heat shields and more real estate for more grip options. Throw in a Magpul M-LOK Offset light/optic mount in the forward slot (that is completel...
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I decided to take a chance on this. This did not fit my Ballistic Advantage barrel assembly. The bottom piece would not fit around the handguard retainer cap. I was able to persuade it into place, however the top piece would not full seat and upon ta...
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Abysmal design that requires mangling the handguard in order to install it. I bought 4 of these and tried every tutorial and technique I could find. You simply have to brute-force this into place. There is no other way
The quality of these hand guards are nice for what I paid. They are slimmer than the default m16 style ribbed hand guards, and I love where the swivel points are. My only gripe I had with them are the fact there is no metal underneath to reflect the ...
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This thing looks alright at first, but when you get it assembled and installed on the weapon, you realize it has a couple of major flaws.
It's separated into a top and bottom half, and as crazy as this sounds, there's no tabs or anything keeping the...
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Product Info for FAB Defense Vanguard M16 MLOK Compatible Picatinny Handguard
The FAB Defense Vanguard AR M-LOK Handguard Rail System is a light and durable polymer handguard system for the AR platform. It can be used with Picatinny accessory rails to mount reflex sights, foregrips, bipods or any other 1913 Picatinny based accessory. In addition, we recommend visiting our AR product lines, specifically the tactical Foregrips that go great with your AR rifle. Furthermore, the FAB Defense Speedlight G2-3V Tactical Flashlight is a great combo with the Vanguard AR Handguard system.
Specifications for FAB Defense Vanguard M16 MLOK Compatible Picatinny Handguard:
Manufacturer:
FAB Defense
Fabric/Material:
Polymer
Gun Make:
AR Platform
Gun Model:
M16
Gun Type:
Rifle
Gun Rail:
Picatinny
Condition:
New
Additional Features:
Heatshield
Included Accessories:
Standard
Mount Type:
M-LOK
Quantity:
1
Features of FAB Defense Vanguard M16 MLOK Compatible Picatinny Handguard:
M-LOK compatible handguard accepts direct attachment M-LOK accessories or M-LOK 1913 Picatinny rail sections
Easy installation, no Gunsmith required
Innovative additional heatshield for proper thermal insulation
Two integrated QD sling swivel sockets. QD Slings are available to purchase as a discounted price at the page or in SLS-QD Page
Extremely durable polymer construction
The Vanguard AR is a perfect M16/M4 Hanguard and AR15 Polymer Handguard. This handguard will accompany you for years.
Package Contents:
FAB Defense Vanguard M16 MLOK Compatible Picatinny Handguard
FAB Defense Vanguard M16 MLOK Compatible Picatinny Handguard Orderable Models
List of Orderable Models
FAB Defense Vanguard AR M16 Picatinny MLOK Compatible Handguard, Olive Drab Green, fx-vanarg, MPN: fx-vanarg, UPC: 7290111586231, Code: 1S0-HZ-FAB99-fx-vanarg
FAB Defense Vanguard AR M16 Picatinny MLOK Compatible Handguard, Black, fx-vanarb, MPN: fx-vanarb, UPC: 7290111586224, Code: 1S0-HZ-FAB99-fx-vanarb
FAB Defense Vanguard AR M16 Picatinny MLOK Compatible Handguard, Flat Dark Earth, fx-vanart, MPN: fx-vanart, UPC: 7290111586248, Code: 1S0-HZ-FAB99-fx-vanart
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