Occam Defense MERC Handguard

Product Description

The MERC is a revolutionary patented improvement to handguards for the AK platform. The MERC offers rock solid optics mounting and hand protection. Gloves are usually not required when deploying the MERC. The MERC is easily installed in less than 30 minutes with commonly available tools. Maximum Effectiveness – Reduced Complexity: The MERC is the New Standard for AK Handguards. This system works on stamped receiver AK-47/74s from Russia, Poland, East Germany, Hungary, Romania, Egypt, and China. It DOES NOT work on Yugos (ZASTAVA), milled receivers, and US made Century rifles.

Specifications for rifle length: 6061 Aluminum Black Mil-Spec Anodized Length: 11.75″ from front of receiver Overhang over dust cover: 3.5″ Height: 2-5/8″ Width: 1-9/16″ Weight: 16 oz. (effectively much lighter through removal of steel RSB and FST) Weight of demo gun: 7 lbs, 2 oz.

Specifications for pistol length: 6061 Aluminum Black Mil-Spec Anodized Length: 8″ from front of receiver Overhang over dust cover: 3.5″ Height: 2-5/8″ Width: 1-9/16″ Length from front of the Front Trunnion: 8″

If you are unsure if the MERC handguard will fit your rifle, we recommend watching the video below. The measuring portion starts at 3:20.