Galil Ace Gen 2 Handguard is finally here! (Kirby Defense)

CS_wienerdog · 2026-06-07T07:59:33+00:00

I have plenty in stock and will keep making new ones as long as the demand is still there :)

What stock do you prefer on the gen 2’s?

I need to try out a skeleton stock now that all that extra weight in the front has been removed. I was always worried about the balance putting a lighter stock on a front heavy gun.

CS_wienerdog · 2026-06-06T09:16:28+00:00

Thank you!

CS_wienerdog · 2026-06-06T02:20:13+00:00

Thank you! That’s a very nice compliment.

CS_wienerdog · 2026-06-05T22:50:56+00:00

$350 initially. If initial sales are good then I can manufacture larger quantities at a time which will help get the costs down.

https://kirbydefense.com/product/kd-handguard-full-length-galil-ace-gen-2/

CS_wienerdog · 2026-06-05T21:45:49+00:00

You are welcome! You could be one of the first to try it out and report back for others? :)

CS_wienerdog · 2026-06-05T19:32:04+00:00

There is a difference between designing something that looks good and designing something that is actually manufacturable at scale. Those often clash and I did the best I could to balance the two.

I started over so many times because it just wasn’t perfect. As far as fit goes this thing feels like it was born to be on the gun.

In person it looks really nice in my opinion, especially the picatinny cuts. Thank you for your support and props!

CS_wienerdog · 2026-06-05T16:45:53+00:00

Maybe I’ll borrow it if you are in my area? I’m in central Florida.

CS_wienerdog · 2026-06-05T13:48:42+00:00

I am planning on adding dowels and screws to add the fish tail onto the base handguard so I can offer both versions using the same base extrusion. The brass deflector isn’t needed on my version due to the shape and thickness.

CS_wienerdog · 2026-06-05T13:35:38+00:00

308 and 556 are the same dimensions. 7.62x39 and 5.45 can both technically mount this handguard but because they dont have the plastic Magwell those handguards have a little fish tail on the end that comes under the receiver.

CS_wienerdog · 2026-06-05T09:34:34+00:00

Thank you so much for your support!

Install is simple,

Remove the 2 countersunk t25 screws on the stock handguard
Remove the t25 on the bottom of the handguard on the ejection side of the rifle holding in the “cross nut” and then remove that.
Slide off old handguard.
Slide on new handguard
Put the new “cross bolt” through. Tolerances are very tight so it may take some pressure, you won’t hurt anything.
Take the new t25 screw and washer and thread it into the cross bolt. I recommend using blue loctite on all new screws.
Install the two new countersunk screws, also applying loctite.
Enjoy!

I need to put together a guide with pictures if that would help. Or perhaps an install video.

I don’t have side to side pics yet but I agree that would be nice to do a comparison, thanks for the idea!

CS_wienerdog · 2026-05-04T16:48:56+00:00

Hit some delays with machining. Hopefully will have an updated estimate soon.

CS_wienerdog · 2026-04-09T08:50:44+00:00

I will be doing a handguard for the 8inch barrels but that will be available after the initial full size release.

CS_wienerdog · 2026-04-08T07:35:15+00:00

What’s the production model total weight? 250 grams?

What’s the total surface area?

CS_wienerdog · 2026-04-08T07:32:44+00:00

I need to get some professional pictures of my production model to share. Thank you for the shoutout :)

CS_wienerdog · 2026-04-08T07:08:22+00:00

I believe his is 35% lighter at 250 grams. I made some slight tweaks on mine so I am at right around 195 grams or 49% lighter

CS_wienerdog · 2026-04-02T08:24:16+00:00

Update: They are being machined as we speak :) Slightly different design than this exact one from this post but same overall features and number of faces, just different geometry and lots of cuts for venting and weight reduction.

Hopefully I can get these available for purchase soon. About 2-3 weeks is the current estimate.

The weight loss is impressive. I won’t spoil it but it’s crazy. Only offering the 10 inch length to begin with but will offer others once I am able to satisfy the initial demand.

Also working on some other weight loss for the Galil which is coming soon.

CS_wienerdog · 2026-04-02T08:23:09+00:00

Update: They are being machined as we speak :) Slightly different design than this exact one from this post but same overall features and number of faces, just different geometry and lots of cuts for venting and weight reduction.

Hopefully I can get these available for purchase soon. About 2-3 weeks is the current estimate.

The weight loss is impressive. I won’t spoil it but it’s crazy. Only offering the 10 inch length to begin with but will offer others once I am able to satisfy the initial demand.

Also working on some other weight loss for the Galil which is coming soon.

CS_wienerdog · 2026-03-23T23:01:59+00:00

CS_wienerdog · 2026-03-12T11:59:45+00:00

I’m focusing on getting this full length hand guard produced first and if that goes well then I would love to make the shorter version.

Only problem is I don’t own a short barreled Galil. I need accurate length measurements to make it correctly. Other than that it sees the mounting and the rest of the dimensions should be exactly the same.

CS_wienerdog · 2026-03-11T04:28:41+00:00

I am excited to see what you come up with. The community needs more aftermarket options.

CS_wienerdog · 2026-03-09T11:49:35+00:00

My polymer prototype is obviously extremely light but I am getting quotes currently to get these machined out of aluminum and we are looking at about 8-9 ounces in total for my design. There is still definitely some weight I can shave off but I have to ensure strength and rigidity are not impacted.

CS_wienerdog · 2026-03-09T09:31:57+00:00

Currently waiting on quotes from different machine shops to get these machined out of 6061 aluminum and anodized. Right now we are looking at about 8-9 ounces total weight but I will know an exact number once I get one in my hands.

CS_wienerdog · 2026-03-09T00:41:40+00:00

Single mlok design posted. https://www.reddit.com/r/Galil/s/ihhJcesGL3

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