r/canadaguns • u/eyewtkass • Apr 27 '26

Buy recommendations Henry Homesteader Aluminum Handguard Manufacturers?

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Got this email reply from Midwest this morning.. super disappointed.

The Tommy Enterprises parts seem to be questionable quality, and no one else seems to make an aluminum MLOK or tactical handguard for the Homesteader. RPP makes handguard for everything but the HH. Anyone have insights into companies looking into making their own version, or am I missing an available brand?

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u/NEUMANN-METALWORKS Neumann Metalworks Apr 27 '26

I am currently making one. I'm trying to figure out how to offer it for a good price, it's very expensive to just straight up CNC one. This is what it will look like

Also making an aluminum buffer tube + AR15 grip adapter, pic rail and "heat shield". The heat shield is attached to the pic rail and is intended to be used with the standard wood HG+buttstock to look similar to the old Ithaca shotguns

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u/eyewtkass Apr 27 '26

Do you have timelines on any of those? I was looking at getting the Tommy Enterprises ar15 buffer/grip adaptor for now anyways while I consider the handguard options.

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u/NEUMANN-METALWORKS Neumann Metalworks Apr 27 '26

Still in the prototyping phase, probably available mid June. I'm making it because people keep telling me their TE ones keep breaking and they want a metal one lmao

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u/TheSockington Apr 27 '26

TE is your best salesman

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u/eyewtkass Apr 27 '26

Oh you'll absolutely have a waitlist man. I was looking up painting and adding rails to wood stocks to put tactical lipstick on that pig..lol.

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u/NEUMANN-METALWORKS Neumann Metalworks Apr 27 '26

The Liberals tried to destroy the tacticool PCC but we will bring thee back from the dead

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u/holyverbs Apr 28 '26

Mine broke

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u/eyewtkass Apr 28 '26

the TE buffer tube grip adaptor?

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u/holyverbs Apr 28 '26

The handguard

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u/DKostarelis Jun 16 '26

How’d you fix it?

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u/holyverbs Jun 16 '26

I replaced it with the original LOL

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u/AgitatedBusiness2255 Jun 12 '26

How is it coming along? My handguard just had a small peice break off. Love this gun with the upgrades, its a lot more comfortable to shoot. Just looking for the furniture to be more durable!

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u/NEUMANN-METALWORKS Neumann Metalworks Jun 12 '26

At least it looks cool! Production going slower than I'd like, maybe another 3 weeks or so. Slow and steady wins the race 😛

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u/AgitatedBusiness2255 21d ago

Following Up. Dont want to miss out :)

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u/NEUMANN-METALWORKS Neumann Metalworks 21d ago

Should be just a couple more weeks!

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u/AgitatedBusiness2255 21d ago

Just message me payment details when they are ready. I want the adapter and handguard. Thanks!

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u/mew-pew-pew Apr 29 '26

The TE grip adapter is way too flimsy if you're actually firing the gun on a regular basis. I wouldn't recommend getting it.

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u/TheSockington Apr 28 '26

Think you could bend me up a 40mm OD hex out of 2mm thick aluminum? I have a dumb idea for my Taipan since SCSA won’t ship me parts and North Sylva won’t stock em.

Probably about 14” long section.

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u/severedjchom Apr 30 '26

I’m interested in one of these when you make them available!! I have the TE handguard and I’m worried it’ll break eventually.

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u/TheBulletBuddy Jun 13 '26

Hows this project coming along? Was about to order one but then found out the Midwest handguards have been discontinued, VERY curious about yours though.

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u/NEUMANN-METALWORKS Neumann Metalworks Jun 13 '26

Adapters are mostly done their CNC just need finishing

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u/NEUMANN-METALWORKS Neumann Metalworks Jun 13 '26

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u/TheBulletBuddy Jun 13 '26

Hell yeah, going to be keeping an eye out for these.

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u/NEUMANN-METALWORKS Neumann Metalworks Jun 13 '26

Haven't gotten to see the finished product yet, the stamping mould just got finished. But here is the model:

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u/TheBulletBuddy Jun 13 '26

Those bottom mlok slots, are they on the muzzle end or reciever side? Would be great to be able to attach an AFG or something along those lines. Looks great though. I know ill be getting one haha

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u/NEUMANN-METALWORKS Neumann Metalworks Jun 13 '26

Muzzle end, there's only two on the bottom and lower sides because past that point you cannot attach any MLOK devices, it's where the action guide rails and spring are.

I mean you CAN, attach stuff but you've got like 2mm of wiggle room for your screws, it's just very unsafe.

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u/TheBulletBuddy Jun 14 '26

Ahhh got ya, havnt ordered mine yet so wasnt sure what was under there. Appreciate the info, looking forward to the release of this stuff! Love seeing the local guys pumping stuff out for what we have left.

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u/navyvet215 25d ago

Is there a way I can get on your list to purchase when available?

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u/NEUMANN-METALWORKS Neumann Metalworks 25d ago

I sent you a message

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u/AgitatedBusiness2255 21d ago

following up. Don't want to miss out.

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u/goshathegreat Apr 27 '26

Damn that sucks, the MI handguard was the only good option…

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u/ASpacebornVagabond Apr 27 '26

Yeah I'm glad I got it when I did. It's really exceptional quality too. I remember debating on whether to wait and glad I didn't on the rifle of the handguard

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u/Ustauk Apr 27 '26

Third Echelon in Edmonton makes charging handles and rail systems for the Homesteader. I don't know if rail systems include a handguard. Their contact email is operations@thirdechelon.ca .

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u/3e_Design Apr 27 '26

I am considering machining one out of polycarbonate

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u/eyewtkass Apr 27 '26

Man that'd be awesome. What's the process like for that?

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u/3e_Design Apr 27 '26

math. 85% is math. then I write gcode, buy material, make a fixture and cut.

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u/IntrepidKitchen5322 Apr 27 '26

Are the Homesteaders just not selling very well and that's why MI discontinued this product?

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u/eyewtkass Apr 27 '26

They're sold out most places I've seen, and there's a lot of praise and interest in the MI handguards. Hard to believe it was based on lack of interest, but that's just one guy's limited observations.

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u/epnk420 Apr 28 '26

I’d really like to see RPP make stuff for the homesteader the only thing they really offer is a rail for optics that I’ve seen. I’d like to see them make a space cowboy stock for the Henry 22 levers also while I’m at it lol

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u/PHC1966 Jun 16 '26

Try Range Arts in Mississauga, gunsmith fabricates hand guard using metal and polymer components, solid durable and really happy with the design.

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u/eyewtkass Jun 17 '26

Dude that looks really nice! I'll look into em

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u/coiine 7d ago

Stay tuned. We’ve got more in the pipes for fall.

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u/PHC1966 Jun 17 '26

Try Range Arts in Mississauga, gunsmith fabricates hand guard using metal and polymer components, solid durable and really happy with the design.