idk if this item is implemented yet, i cant find it on several servers
cant find any statement of new world regarding it either

This post was edited by aCe92 on Nov 5 2021 01:20pm

This item does not drop in the game as many of the required legendary craft items don't. No need to waste your time looking for this.

https://nwdb.info/db/item/etchedhandguardt5

"This item might not be obtainable"

idk why u quote random websites where probably anyone can edit who gets upset cause it dont drop for them
https://forums.newworld.com/t/dev-blog-update-on-current-issues-2/538731
according to the devs post;
We are aware that some rare materials needed for crafting legendary items are dropping at very low rates. These include Beeswax, Runic Thread, Etched Handguard, Embossed Wrapping, and Empowered Counterbalance. We have an upcoming patch that will address most of these items and Beeswax will be addressed in a later update.

It's not low rates. They don't drop period. NWDB is datamined from the actual game.