Essentially yes - the same if not easier then original plastic. It is a one piece design so it slides onto the barrel assembly, then you slide barrel assembly onto the receiver, tighten end cap. I went to take pics of my instruction manual for you but it only shows instructions for the plastic handguards. There are no extra screws or fasteners that you have to deal with, it is very simple. Hit me up if you want me to grab a quick video.