Henry X Model - Ranger Point Precision Handguard Install 

Hey guys! To get this done professionally, use Louthan Gunworks: louthangunworks.com/

Great job on the installation video Brian! Just so I'm clear, if I break my rifle while installing I can blame you right? 😂😂

I’ve already done this in my Henry X 45-70, I wish this video was out then. You did a great step by step on installing it! Correction though, you can still utilize the tube load if you take the tube completely out and turn the rifle so the rim of the cartridge doesn’t get caught on the load lip area. It’s the first thing I tried after I installed the hand guard. Great video and top notch products from Ranger Point Precision!!!!

I did this to my model X in 44 mag and this is the only good video that explains how to do it. It was such a pain to do and you made it look easy. Great video

Excellent video. I watched it, realized I could not do myself. Sent it off to a gunsmith buddy… sent it back with everything installed but the hand guard was crooked. I re-watch this video, realized I could fix issue myself.❤

I am so glad you came out with this video. I was hesitant in doing this. Will do it now. Thanks!

If it wasn’t for this video I would have never got it done correctly! Great Job on the step by step tutorial! Thanks for the help. 😎👍

I just want to thank you for inspiring me to basically do the same to the x 357. Prob is in no way do I feel comfortable doing it myself. I’m gonna have to find someone like yourself that knows what they are doing. Thank you again!!

Took me about 7 half sheets of 600 grit sand paper to get the tenon to very snuggly fit. Just so you have an estimate on what you will need how much to expect to go through. ALSO if you have the 357 model this guy does a video on how to take out the set screw for the mag tube. To install this on the 357 you will need to take out the mag tube and put it through the stock then insert the mag tube into its slot. You will have to hang the RP handguard off to the side while its still on the mag tub then while the mag tube is inserted you will have to set both tenons at the same time, hammering them in little by little 1 at a time until its lined up property on the barrel. I have no clue how he got that in by beveling the edge on the front tenon with the RP tenon already set that had to be a super loose fit or some serious hammering. This was not a fun install but doable lol

Thanks for the GREAT! video. I was hesitant to remove the hand guard until I watched your video. no need to use drill. Thumbs UP for sure.

Great video. I love the look of the RP handguard, but taking away the functionality of tube loading, as well as the $ they cost, I believe that I'll stick with the original

Just a heads up. This video does NOT apply to the 357/38 big boy x. The entire trigger assembly needs to be removed to access the mag tube set screw. It is NOT under the first screw as on this model.

Jokes on you, I already broke my rifle before I saw this video.

That sniper green is beautiful. I know Henry does things differently but you made it look so easy 😂

Installed mine this morning after you posted, great video. Thanks!!

So glad you made this video. I installed my black RPP handguard in March & it was a bear. There really wasn't much out there in the way of a tutorial. I ended up taking more of the rifle apart than I needed but did get it done & it looks/functions awesome. I even was able to modify the RPP caddy (made for Marlin) under the handguard where those set screws go.

Just ordered this rail system last night! Can’t wait to install it 🤟🏻 thanks for the vid

I would think backing out the screws that hold the mag tube before knocking out of the dove tail would be better!

Hey there brother, I just did my Henry X .44 mag and it is quite a bit different then the install you did on the 30/30. Might be worth checking into and doing another video. This one was great! Helped with a lot of the tricky parts, but definitely a learning curve on the differences on the .44 install. Thanks Tommy

Thanks alot for this video. I just ordered an RPP handguard for my Henry 44mag and this is going to be invaluable.

I just completed the handguard swap out per your video with my rangerpoint precision handguard! Thank you so much for the detailed videos. I'm new to lever action and just got my first henry 45-70 x model. Also added the rail on top today from them. What would you recommend for a scope for about 125 yards max distance for this rifle? Keep up the great videos!!

Any reason why the mag-tube set screws should not be removed first, before hammering out tube-tenon?

They make a Ranger point handguard that has a port cut out for the loading port. Use 400 grit paper with water and it will work better. Use rocksett not loctite, loctite is temperature sensitive.

Nice product but I picked up the midwest industries handguard and im more impressed with the build quality. All metal product zero plastic what so ever. Worth checking out

How close is this install to a Henry Big Boy Steel 357?

Just did this on my 38/357 X. There was no set screw keeping the ammo tube in place, and I couldn't figure out how to remove it. I was able to do the swap without removing the tube with no more trouble than in the video. Win! Thanks for the guide.

Great video, but what if your Henry doesn’t have the two set screws? Mines a newer model.

Thanks for this video, I do have a question my x45-70 only had one set screw in it, is this something new? I just purchased the rifle in January

Louthan Gunworks must be pulling their hair out over this video 😂

On the 45 Long model all you need to do to remove the poly handguard is use two pair of needle nose plyers. Stick the tips into the rectangle cut outs on each side towards the front, gently pry the polymer apart just enough to slide the front past the magazine tube end. It is a tricky process being careful not to crack the poly or scratch the barrel but it was possible with zero damage. I used JB weld to hold the screw mount in place to eliminate the back an forth or side to side sliding that occurs in the dovetailed joint.

I may be incorrect, but my 357 big boy x does not have the same process. The ammonia tube set screw is concealed by the lower plate. The trigger assembly must be partially uninstalled to access it. Very frustrating design change…

I am by no means a gunsmith. I’ve built a couple 80% lowers. But please do not waste your money sending this away to a gunsmith to do. I have a Henry Big Boy X in 357 and all you have to do is follow the disassembly process on the video from Henry and then follow the above range point precision install and it is no problem.

@10:00, you mention that the loading port is not usable after the handguard is installed, but it looks like its still able to. Could you follow back up with that? I could imagine some of that may vary between the barrel lengths of the Big Boy and 45-70/30-30 models.

Looks better before install

Question… my henry mode; x doesnt have the 2 screws at the botton to remove the magazine tube.. i got the handguard off but can get the tube off. Cant find the second screw to loosen it all the way. What am i doing wrong?

I had a Smith install mine, but after shooting it today the RPP tenon is shifting back and forth. So I'm assuming the gunsmith did not stake or locktite it. Can you give more details on how/where you staked it?

What if the other set screw doesn't line up with the hole??

Is this the same process for the 1854 S&W ?

So hammering out the dovetail without detaching the endpoint screws first is better?

Brian do you have a regular 45/70 Henry rifle stock and forearm ranger point precision make over video. Wood model? My parts are coming. Lol

Just ordered this except I’m pretty sure my Henry big boy x 357 doesn’t have a screw to remove the mag tube

timestap @4:32, my henry X 357 doesnt have those grub screws next to the flat head screw, thats weird

how much weight do this things add ?

I have this gun in 44mag but it does not have the set screws. Just the flat head

Am I missing something? -that install doesn't look bad nor hard at all, pretty straight forward?

I got mine on last night, but I wish I would have paid someone to do it. I have the 357 which hides the second set screw under the trigger guard plate, just some extra disassembly required. On my first attemp I only sanded the stainless steel part enough to beat it into place, This caused me issues when I tried to install the end cap for the mag tube holder. Trying to get the set screw hole lined up and hammer both dove tails into place at the same time proved impossible for me. The end cap for mag tube was rotating as I tried to tap it in. So I sanded the stainless steel part until it would easily go into the groove, I later realized that I actually sanded it to far. Now that I have it assembled the hand guard moves left and right and makes a click clack sound as the front end taps the mag tube. If I had known all of this before hand I would have paid someone who knew what they were doing to do it, and it would have been worth it.

Hello everyone ! Do you have to remove the Mag tube to install the new handguard ??????

I have a henry model X (M012) that was produced in May of 2024. There is not a set screw holding the mag tube in. Is removal the same excluding that step or is there a new design to hold the mag tube in?

I've been in love with these handguards ever since I saw your videos! I'm ordering one for my Marlin, but have been so torn on color. I love the green but would you say it's more of a flat color or does it have a metallic appearance?

Would this be the same for the Big Boy X?

Can the RPP gen 1 be installed with out replacing the tenon? Would it attach to the stock one that is already on the Henry?

Are a lot of you guys staking the tenon? Would you say the installation is worth the finished product?

Curios as to how you attach a sling to the Ranger Point Precision hand guard?

I have the Model X there is no set screw for the magazine tube. The tube still won't come out. Any suggestions?

Working on my .357 and I can’t get that damn front tenon to budge

Great video, really good info

Love the videos.

After you loosen the hand guard, can you loosen the mag tube retention screw and remove the mag tube before you start wacking the outer mag tube support?

Just got my RPP handguards for my Henry X 45-70 and 357. *Heavy Breathing ensues*

I have a big boy x 357, I cannot find the second set srew to remove the tube? Help

Great video, thank you.

It looks like you can still use the mag tube to load

I'm ready to try this how easy is it to swap out the range of Precision stock

I noticed that you mentioned that the FEEDTUBE would be not functional after the install but afterwards it looked like that there was direct access to the feed tube. Clarify?

I wonder if they make one for a Golden Boy?

any advice on how to remove a stripped screw? The flat head that sits above the set screw has been stripped. UGH. Dont want to go any futher at this point tbh. Ive reached out to Louthan and RPP as they're in my neck of the woods.

I’ve been beating the heck out of the Magazine Tenon and 70 smacks in, can’t get them to separate. Any other tips to get them separated?

On my 45 Long Colt model, there are no set screws holding the mag tube as you show to remove at around 4:41 (mine only has a trigger guard plate screw). There is a lot of play in the mag tube, but I dot see where the screw attachment point is.. Can I just pull on it to remove? I don't want to do any damage so I thought I would ask before I try to knock it out with a soft mallet.

Do they make a black handguard or one in FDE?? Thank you.

I broke my rifle because of you, thanks

Since I never got a reply from Wolf…. on what could go wrong I went ahead and did it myself. I would like to point out his instructions do not work for all X models! On my X model 45 colt there is NOT a grub screw (under the cover screw) that is holding the feed tube! You must take apart the trigger assembly.

Hello Brian, great video! I installed my RPP handguard on my henry x 44mag awhile back but eventually after 300 rounds the dove tail started to shift to one side, can you share which area you stake at?

So what “can break” if you do this….;) I don’t want to send it in to have it done.

Does anyone have a link to the gen2 handguard install. I do not have the gun apart yet, but don't quite see what the angled set screws where it mates up with the receiver are for.

Is it true on the 44 magnum models you have to disassemble the whole gun to get to the second set screw?

I purchased the sniper grey hand guard. It says it’s a gen 2 hand guard and does not look like your installation. All of the installation videos on their website is for the gen 1. Any chance you can do a video of the new hand guard?

I feel like I’m forcing the mag tube back in. Any tips?

I have a Henry Big boy 357 with 20" octagon barrel. Will this fit?

I wonder why they have made this relatively complicated. Is Henry known for not liking that people tinker with their products? Or is it more robust/reliable this way?

I just picked up a Henry Model X in .44mag. I want to give it a facelift with Ranger point products. I’ve worked on my own guns before but am curious as to what specific piece would break if this is done improperly. Thank you for your help

Will this fit a 20 inch henry

Great video, I'm getting ready to do this soon and I'm feeling pretty confident now. On another note, I guess you were associated with Big Daddy before they started ripping people off? They don't answer the phone or emails anymore and they haven't sent me something that I ordered and paid for over 6 months ago.

I promise, hammering the mag tube end is not working for me. I’ve tried everything. I don’t understand why it’s not coming out. Even with screws gone, gun level, the right mallet, nothing works. How can you bypass this step?

Before you went to hit the loading tube out, would it have been better to have first removed those set-screws as to not potentially bend them? I only asked since you installed those screws after the tube was set on assembly.

What mallet/gunsmithing hammer are you using? I need a decent one

Love it

My henry doesn't have the 2nd screw to remove the magazine tube, what do i do

Does this handguard work for octagonal barrels?

Has anyone chopped one of these to 16.5" like the 336?

How to remove the mag tube on the 357 model that doesn’t have a set screw for the mag tube?

Link for rail system?

Does this method and takedown work exactly the same on the 357 X version as well? I ask because I do not see the set screw like on this 30-30

Thanks for making this video. Are the tenons the same between the X models and the standard wood stock models? I would actually like to buy an X to get the threaded barrel but then put wood furniture on it.

Mine doesn’t have that detent screws on the underside of the gun ? What do I do?

Would this work with the .45 long colt?

Hey so my lawyer said you gave me bad advice and therefore are liable for my broken rifle. So imma need a new Henry x and go ahead and throw in a suppressor

So much handguard doesn't have the removable back plate...

Soooo how does this work with the 357 caliber that does not have the set screw on the mag tube?

So what do most people damage when installing this rail? Thanks

Some videos show guys just sliding off the stock hand guard, have you tried this? Or is this the only way to install it?