GERMAN G3 OD HANDGUARD W/LOCKING PIN USED

Genuine German military surplus HK G3 handguard in original olive drab, complete with locking pin. Pulled from service-issued rifles, this is the real deal — the same slotted, vented polymer forend fitted to Bundeswehr G3 battle rifles and their variants for decades. A staple part for collectors restoring an authentic G3, reenactors kitting out a Cold War German loadout, and armorers keeping working rifles running.

Authentic Bundeswehr Issue

The G3 served as West Germany's standard-issue battle rifle from the late 1950s and went on to see worldwide adoption. This handguard is an original-issue component from that supply stream — not a modern remake. The ventilation slots, integrated finger grooves, and characteristic OD green polymer are all correct to the pattern, giving buyers and their customers the confidence that they're getting the genuine article.

Built for Heat and Recoil

The full-length vented design allows the barrel to shed heat during sustained fire, while the reinforced polymer construction stands up to the punishing recoil impulse of the 7.62×51mm platform. A textured grip panel along the underside keeps the shooter's support hand locked in place, and the supplied locking pin secures the handguard to the receiver in the correct factory manner.

Key Features

• Genuine German military surplus — original HK G3 pattern handguard, not a copy
• OD green polymer construction with correct period finish
• Vented slot design for barrel heat dissipation during sustained fire
• Textured grip surface for a secure support-hand hold
• Locking pin included for proper installation
• Correct spare or restoration part for G3 rifles and clones

Condition

Used, previously issued surplus. Expect honest field-service character — scuffs, minor scratches, faded areas, and hardware patina consistent with time spent in Bundeswehr armories and on the range. These marks are part of the piece's authenticity and history, not defects.

Who It Sells To

• G3, HK91, PTR-91, and CETME-pattern rifle owners needing a genuine replacement forend
• Military surplus collectors and Cold War-era Bundeswehr reenactors
• Gunsmiths and armorers keeping working G3 platforms in service
• Militaria shops and firearms accessory retailers looking for authentic hard-to-find parts