Hodge Defense Pinch Lock Free Float AR-15 Handguard - M-LOK - 11.5"

The Hodge Defense Systems Pinch Lock Handguard gives your AR-15 a streamlined free float rail without the bulk of a traditional clamp-on system. Built for shooters who want a secure, low-profile mounting platform, this handguard uses a Pinch Lock system derived from Hodge's Wedge Lock design for a fast, tool-light install.

• Pinch Lock attachment system for a secure, free float fit
• M-LOK slots on three sides
• Dedicated slots at 1 and 11 o'clock for lights and accessories
• Machined from 6061-T6 aluminum
• Type III hard coat anodized finish
• Uses the same steel barrel nut as Hodge's Wedge Lock and Spine Lock rails
• 11.5" length

The Pinch Lock system clamps the handguard to its barrel nut without requiring the handguard to be indexed or timed, which keeps installation quick while still delivering a rigid, free float connection. The dedicated 1 and 11 o'clock slots give you a natural spot for a weapon light or offset sight without eating into the primary M-LOK real estate on the sides.

The Type III hard coat anodized finish over 6061-T6 aluminum resists scratches and corrosion from regular field use, and the free float design keeps the barrel isolated from handguard pressure for consistent accuracy shot to shot.

Hodge Defense Systems designs modular handguard platforms built around interchangeable locking systems, letting shooters move between Pinch Lock, Spine Lock, and Wedge Lock rails using the same barrel nut.