Midwest Industries Sig MCX Handguard

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Posted: 6/23/2017 1:22:53 PM EDT

So as not to derail the awesome photo thread, here is a place to discuss, ask questions about, and post photos in for the Midwest Industries Sig MCX Handguard.

For those of you who did not see the other posts in the pic thread here is some back ground.
With the popularity of the Sig MCX rifle we received a very large number of requests for an M-LOK handguard.
We have spent months prototyping, developing, and testing a line of handguards that we think you all will like very much.

These patent pending handguards are in full scale production and the first size will be shipping very soon.
We offer a notification email on our website for those interested in being let know when these go in stock and recommend you use this if you are looking to be one of the first to receive the new handguard as we expect the first batch to go very fast.

Without further ado here are a few pictures.

Posted: 6/23/2017 2:26:01 PM EDT

[#1]

What lengths are we expecting? how about a shot from the front?

Posted: 6/23/2017 9:23:57 PM EDT

[#2]

Also curious about the length options. And are the able to fit over the Sig suppressors?

Posted: 6/23/2017 9:45:01 PM EDT

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There will be a suppressor series.
Troy
MI

Posted: 6/24/2017 12:02:58 AM EDT

[#4]

So, is the MPX version in the works?

Posted: 6/24/2017 6:24:35 AM EDT

[#5]

Very nice, shape they should have always been.

Posted: 6/24/2017 8:19:19 AM EDT

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Of coarse

Troy
MI

Posted: 6/24/2017 11:04:14 PM EDT

[#7]

Any chance of making a short and slimmer diameter handguard?

Posted: 6/25/2017 1:00:36 AM EDT

[#8]

In the other thread you mentioned it having a pin? It kinda sounded like it mounts different then the stock handguard? Can you elaborate??

also, whats the price points?

Posted: 6/25/2017 7:47:02 AM EDT

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In the other thread you mentioned it having a pin? It kinda sounded like it mounts different then the stock handguard? Can you elaborate??

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No pin ?
It has a 4140 heat treated retaining clip . It mounts the same as the factory unit. Takes less than a minute to install. The 12.5 version shown in this thread retails at 189.95.
Thanks
Troy
MI

Posted: 6/25/2017 11:28:57 AM EDT

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No pin ?
It has a 4140 heat treated retaining clip . It mounts the same as the factory unit. Takes less than a minute to install. The 12.5 version shown in this thread retails at 189.95.
Thanks
Troy
MI

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The retaining pin - thats what i was thinking about

Posted: 6/26/2017 6:39:00 AM EDT

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Are the carbine handguards going to basically be two M-Lok slots shorter, and the pistol handguards basically three slots shorter?

Each slot and it's spacing between should be a little over 1.5".

If so, then the carbine length should be perfect for a 10.3-10.5" barrel.

Posted: 6/26/2017 8:05:49 AM EDT

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The model we are working on right now is the 10.5.
Troy
MI

Posted: 6/26/2017 9:25:11 PM EDT

[#13]

Damn you guys are slaying it! I love the look of that. Been throwing around the idea of an MCX. Definitely looking forward to seeing what you got planned for my MPX.

Posted: 6/26/2017 9:45:48 PM EDT

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I second this. Please make it a consideration! The handguard is way too fat, especially for us guys that don't run a can tucked.

Posted: 6/27/2017 7:30:05 AM EDT

[#15]

You guys have not even felt this yet. My answer to narrower is no. These feel as slim as our AR-15 units. They are only .125 wider. You have to feel the overall shape in your hand. The stock unit feels big because its shaped like a 2x4. These have a much different feel due to the shape of the bottom and the lower height. The other factor on making them much narrower is the way the lines blend with the receiver and the way it slides in to it. The juice isn't worth the squeeze.
Troy
MI

Posted: 6/27/2017 7:34:57 AM EDT

[#16]

Looks great!

Posted: 6/27/2017 7:37:36 AM EDT

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Thanks .

Troy
MI

Posted: 6/28/2017 2:48:50 PM EDT

[#18]

10.5" MCX handguards

Posted: 6/28/2017 2:54:10 PM EDT

[#19]

Yep... Thats the one I want. The 10.5

Posted: 6/28/2017 3:02:18 PM EDT

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10.5" MCX handguards

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Yup. I need one of those

Posted: 6/28/2017 7:22:23 PM EDT

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10.5" MCX handguards

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Posted: 6/30/2017 2:23:02 PM EDT

[#22]

Dupe

Posted: 6/30/2017 2:24:41 PM EDT

[#23]

12.5" are now in stock

https://www.midwestindustriesinc.com/category-s/448.htm

Posted: 6/30/2017 6:25:48 PM EDT

[#24]

Nice!

Finally another aftermarket rail. If I ever get around to buying an MCX, I'll put one of these rails on it.

@Midwest_Ind

Will your Canadian distributor being carrying these?

Posted: 6/30/2017 8:53:27 PM EDT

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Nice!

Finally another aftermarket rail. If I ever get around to buying an MCX, I'll put one of these rails on it.

@Midwest_Ind

Will your Canadian distributor being carrying these?

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We will offer them to them.

Posted: 6/30/2017 9:51:42 PM EDT

[#26]

I love MI. That is one sexy rail.

Posted: 6/30/2017 10:17:34 PM EDT

[#27]

So Midwest Industries, can you make a rail that is closer to fit the 16" MPX barrel (I dislike seeing so much barrel)? Kind of like the one that is being offered by SIG for their MCX Virtus line. Minus the cutout for the gas adjustment. If you use your design shape, but a little closer to their length for the 16" MPX Carbine, you will sell quite a few, or as I like to say a metric shit ton.

Posted: 7/1/2017 7:36:02 AM EDT

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can't wait..time frame?

Posted: 7/2/2017 4:03:18 PM EDT

[#29]

Coming very soon 15.5 model
Troy
MI

Posted: 7/2/2017 4:46:01 PM EDT

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Sweet.

Posted: 7/3/2017 7:06:46 PM EDT

[#31]

MMM Need to pick up an MCX now that MI is on board for MLOK.

Posted: 7/18/2017 3:37:35 PM EDT

[#32]

Tagging along for the MPX version

Posted: 7/19/2017 5:33:08 PM EDT

[#33]

8.25" will be shipping soon!
15.0" shortly after!

Posted: 7/19/2017 7:26:42 PM EDT

[#34]

Received mine today. Love it! Excellent quality.

I'm looking for one for my MPX.

Posted: 7/20/2017 1:20:22 PM EDT

[#35]

I'm close by, I need a rail for this so help a brother out. I mean, i'm sure you'll need many host guns for testing

Posted: 7/20/2017 1:39:51 PM EDT

[#36]

MPX models are in the works . Thank you for your patience and interest.
Troy
MI

Posted: 7/21/2017 4:27:46 PM EDT

[#37]

Don't be a tease, ETA please (full length MPX, hopefully just the flash hider showing) . THX!

Posted: 7/22/2017 10:43:33 AM EDT

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MPX models are in the works . Thank you for your patience and interest.
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Ok, I'm interested. Definitely for the 4.5" barrel, maybe on the 8" barrel, and I'm even thinking of a 6" barrel for the future.

Posted: 7/22/2017 11:03:08 AM EDT

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Ok, I'm interested. Definitely for the 4.5" barrel, maybe on the 8" barrel, and I'm even thinking of a 6" barrel for the future.

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We will be starting a MPX thread with releases in the next two,three weeks . We have a bunch of lengths coming that we are sure you will like . We will keep you all in the loop.
thanks for your interest and patience .

Troy
MI

Posted: 7/22/2017 1:59:37 PM EDT

[#40]

How's the heat from the barrel? Since the bottom of the handguard seems closer to the barrel than with the factory setup, I'm concerned about the heat as I really don't like AFGs or VFGs, and normally don't wear gloves. With the factory handguard, I use BCM rail covers.

Posted: 7/22/2017 6:08:13 PM EDT

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How's the heat from the barrel? Since the bottom of the handguard seems closer to the barrel than with the factory setup, I'm concerned about the heat as I really don't like AFGs or VFGs, and normally don't wear gloves. With the factory handguard, I use BCM rail covers.

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We have not had heat issues. It all depends on rate of fire and sustained length of firing . You can get anything hot if you dump a bunch of mags one after the next.

Troy
MI

Posted: 7/22/2017 6:56:06 PM EDT

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We will be starting a MPX thread with releases in the next two,three weeks . We have a bunch of lengths coming that we are sure you will like . We will keep you all in the loop.
thanks for your interest and patience .

Troy
MI

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You guys are making the ID wide enough on the MPX rails to accommodate running a can inside them right? Right? I like to run my 4.5" with a 8" hand guard over a can.

Posted: 7/22/2017 7:57:16 PM EDT

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You guys are making the ID wide enough on the MPX rails to accommodate running a can inside them right? Right? I like to run my 4.5" with a 8" hand guard over a can.

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Yes
Troy
MI

Posted: 7/23/2017 2:44:36 AM EDT

[#44]

Based on my experiences with the Gen 3 MI on the AR, you will not have any issues with this set up in regards to heat, they are some solid HG's

Posted: 7/23/2017 4:18:55 PM EDT

[#45]

I'm very much looking forward to the MPX handguard, and this has gotten me to seriously consider getting an MCX pistol as well.

Keep up the great work, MI!

Posted: 7/24/2017 9:23:07 AM EDT

[#46]

Update.
The longest version of the standard MCX will be a 15 inch model NOT 15.5. We did this to make sure all suppressors and adapters will work with out any issues. The look , feel and function are still awesome.
Thanks
Troy
MI

Posted: 7/24/2017 8:12:10 PM EDT

[#47]

Midwest Industries, you guys are my heroes.

I love that you were able to slim down the MCX handguard by jogging the bottom up after the barrel nut area. I'm kicking myself because I just bought a pistol length keymod rail from SIG, but you guys have the good stuff now. I'll be picking up an 8.5" as soon as they're available!

Once again, you guys are awesome!