Budget handguard for Sport II

[Mark40]

I love my Sport II for it's simplicity, and I don't want to hang a bunch of stuff on it. But I'd like an inexpensive drop in key-mod hand guard. I hate the looks of Magpul hand guards, but really can't see paying much more. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks

 

[arnoob]

UTG pro, or one like this from B5.

B5 Systems Keymod Carbine Length Handguard

 

[Mark40]

UTG pro, or one like this from B5.

B5 Systems Keymod Carbine Length Handguard

The B5 looks like what I'm wanting. The price is certainly right.

I looked at the UTG web site, and I wish I hadn't. I know you can spend a lot more on furniture, and you get what you pay for. But.....Well maybe I'll wait till after the holidays.

 

[JaPes]

I can vouch for the B5 handguard.

Things to keep in mind:

• With a front sight post being 0°, the keymod slots are at 45° intervals. Great for affixing a light on your support side hand. Useless for anything else.
• Key Mod is going to go the way of the do-do. M-Lok is the system gaining traction.

The B5's biggest attraction for me is that it is a slim diameter oval with heat shields. It is very comfortable to hold for fast lateral transitions. Because it is about as lightweight as you can get, you're not adding any additional weight to the forend. Less weight up front, less mass and momentum to arrest during lateral transitions.

*flame suit on*

If you can delay gratification just a little while longer to accrue the necessary funds, I'd go with a Midwest Industries 17M drop in.

http://rkkcm.yujjz.servertrust.com/product-p/mi-17m.htm

In return for the added cost:

• M-Lock slots at 90° intervals.
• Top rail.
• 5 anti-rotation QD sockets.
• Two piece drop in

 

[soonerwink]

If you would be interested in the m-lok, I got one of the viper strike ind. handguards and am very happy with it, and it's only 27.95. Megatron 404