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Brownells Handguard Alignment Tool$56.24
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Current Stock: Out of stock
The Brownells AR-15/M16 handguard removal tool solves one of the more frustrating moments in AR maintenance: getting that delta ring compressed enough to slide the handguard off without a second set of hands clamped around your receiver. This simple, single-purpose tool does the job solo. Insert the hooked end into the magazine well, position the handles over the delta ring, and push down—the mechanical advantage compresses the spring just enough to free your handguard. It's the kind of thing that makes you wonder why you didn't have it sooner.
Built from quarter-inch steel rod with a synthetic rubber coating, the tool is sturdy enough for repeated use without marring your receiver finish. That rubber sleeve matters: AR receivers aren't inexpensive, and scratches from metal tools are permanent reminders of impatience. Whether you're swapping rails, cleaning the barrel, or troubleshooting a reliability issue, this tool keeps your hands free and your finish intact.
If you run an AR platform rifle for hunting, competition, or the range, this is a practical addition to your cleaning kit or toolbox. It's especially useful if you frequently switch handguards or if you prefer working solo. No springs flying across the workbench, no fumbling with a screwdriver as a makeshift lever—just a straightforward, mechanical solution to a real problem.
| Material | Steel rod (1/4") with synthetic rubber coating |
| Compatibility | AR-15/M16 handguard systems |
| Function | Delta ring spring compression tool |
Yes, the Brownells AR-15/M16 handguard removal tool is designed for AR-15 and M16 platform handguards that use a delta ring retention system.
That's exactly what this tool is designed for. You can operate it solo by inserting the hooked end into the mag well and using the handles to compress the delta ring spring yourself, eliminating the need for an extra set of hands.
Yes, the synthetic rubber coating on the steel rod is specifically designed to protect your gun's finish from surface scratches during the removal process.
SKU: 197560022 • Weight: 0.25oz
Availability: In Stock
Current Stock: Out of stock
The Brownells AR-15/M16 handguard removal tool solves one of the more frustrating moments in AR maintenance: getting that delta ring compressed enough to slide the handguard off without a second set of hands clamped around your receiver. This simple, single-purpose tool does the job solo. Insert the hooked end into the magazine well, position the handles over the delta ring, and push down—the mechanical advantage compresses the spring just enough to free your handguard. It's the kind of thing that makes you wonder why you didn't have it sooner.
Built from quarter-inch steel rod with a synthetic rubber coating, the tool is sturdy enough for repeated use without marring your receiver finish. That rubber sleeve matters: AR receivers aren't inexpensive, and scratches from metal tools are permanent reminders of impatience. Whether you're swapping rails, cleaning the barrel, or troubleshooting a reliability issue, this tool keeps your hands free and your finish intact.
If you run an AR platform rifle for hunting, competition, or the range, this is a practical addition to your cleaning kit or toolbox. It's especially useful if you frequently switch handguards or if you prefer working solo. No springs flying across the workbench, no fumbling with a screwdriver as a makeshift lever—just a straightforward, mechanical solution to a real problem.
| Material | Steel rod (1/4") with synthetic rubber coating |
| Compatibility | AR-15/M16 handguard systems |
| Function | Delta ring spring compression tool |
Yes, the Brownells AR-15/M16 handguard removal tool is designed for AR-15 and M16 platform handguards that use a delta ring retention system.
That's exactly what this tool is designed for. You can operate it solo by inserting the hooked end into the mag well and using the handles to compress the delta ring spring yourself, eliminating the need for an extra set of hands.
Yes, the synthetic rubber coating on the steel rod is specifically designed to protect your gun's finish from surface scratches during the removal process.
SKU: 197560022 • Weight: 0.25oz