US12313373 - Handguard assembly

The patent describes a handguard assembly for firearms that includes an outer member positioned in front of the upper receiver, featuring a rear cavity and a threaded portion. It incorporates a barrel nut located within the rear cavity and at least one alignment member that ensures proper alignment between the outer member and the upper receiver.

Claim 1

1. A handguard assembly for a firearm comprising: an outer member disposed forward of an upper receiver of the firearm, the outer member comprising a rear cavity and a threaded portion; a barrel nut disposed within the rear cavity; and at least one alignment member, wherein the at least one alignment member contacts both the outer member and the upper receiver for alignment. an outer member disposed forward of an upper receiver of the firearm, the outer member comprising a rear cavity and a threaded portion; a barrel nut disposed within the rear cavity; and at least one alignment member, wherein the at least one alignment member contacts both the outer member and the upper receiver for alignment.

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