Our SMERSH-AK belt kit is a one-size-fits-most rig with the exact same specifications as the original.
i.e., If the original SSO SMERSH fits you, you'll fit in ours.
It features an adjustable waist that accommodates for 28.5-46.5" (72-118 cm) or the small end of XS to the large end of 2XL.
The 'yoke' of the rig is also highly adjustable to accommodate most heights. You'll want the rig to sit at your hips for optimal weight distribution and comfort.
The celebrated SMERSH design iterates on many popular 'belt kits' with modular pouch placement and an excellent 'buttpack' for extra gear.
And of course, everything is included right out of the box.
The SMERSH distributes it's weight at your hips but features comfortable shoulder padding too.
Filled to capacity with everything you need on your excursion, it stays extremely comfortable all day long.
It's important to get your gear dialed in to your body, and the SMERSH has no problem adjusting to sizes from XS to 2XL with ease at the waist and shoulders.
Once you're set up, it's easy to don & doff thanks to an oversized waist buckle and supporting sternum strap.
We picked the AK-pouch variant to clone — out of all the SMERSH variants, it accommodates for the most rifle platforms without major modifications needed.
AR-15 users: add a mag assist or simply pad out the bottom of the pouch to lift the mags up, and you'll have no problem running 3 magazines in each cell.
We've done our best to clone the original fan-favorite, but with enhanced quality control & materials selection.
It's far beyond the "Airsoft" quality of the SSO/SPOSN SMERSH, without sacrificing any of the rugged simplicity of the original.
If you love the original SMERSH or it's derivatives, you'll love ours even more.
Once you get your rig, you're covered by our comprehensive 30-day return policy.
if you have any questions about the rig's fit, magazine compatibility, or anything else, you can contact customer support with our live chat or by emailing help@kommandostore.com
The wide belt and simple loop system makes it easy to customize SMERSH with any combination of it's pouches.
And because it's a clone of the original, it'll work with original SMERSH compatible pouches too.
Featuring an internal plastic divider, the pouches are designed to hold 4 30-round AK magazines but works with a variety of platforms. Six AR-15 Magazines total fit comfortably and are easily retrieved using mag assists or ranger plates.
The internal divider is removable, making it a versatile way to carry more than just ammo — extra water, a radio, and more are right at home.
The small side-mounted pockets are perfect for boo-boo kits, compact Tourniquets, compasses & GPS units, and of course, your favorite throwable.
The "PPI" Pouch is typically mounted on the PALS webbing on the shoulders, but can also be mounted on the belt.
It's perfect for quick access to bandages and other small IFAK items.
The buttpack is perfect for carrying what you don't need immediate access to, but helps you bring more than you'll need on your expeditions.
With an internal cinch and a double buckled lid, it resists water entry and has the ability to expand and contract with any loadout.
Additional tarp roll straps are available to round out your shelter or simply tuck away.
As we've directly cloned the original SMERSH, the pouches mostly accommodate rifle magazines of the AKM variety. However, we've successfully used the rig with AR-15 mags with mag-assists (made by Magpul & others) to extend the magazine for easier access.
For more specifics, expand the tabs below.
As this is a clone of the SMERSH intended for the AKM platform, expect the classic 30-rounders for 7.62x39 chambered rifles to fit perfectly.
5.45 magazines of the 30-round variety will also fit.
Taller magazines such as the 40 round magazines intended for the RPK will exceed the available flap length on the pouches, and may only be able to be ran open-top.
AR-15 and other STANAG-styled magazines will fit comfortably, however, they may be difficult to access quickly due to the depth of the pouch itself.
You can add mag assists/ranger plates to each magazine or add a filler (foam or plastic wedge) to the bottom of the pouch to make your freedom filled STANAG mags work just as well as the commie mags.
While we don't have extensive experience running other types of magazines in SMERSH, SCAR/FAL magazines have been tested to fit, but may be difficult to extract due to their shorter height.
The same should apply for most other similarly sized 7.62x51 NATO magazines.
For pistol caliber carbine "stick" magazines, you may find that they're too tall for the closure to secure, similar to the 40 round RPK magazine's situation.
We worked directly with Arktis to bring the beltkit back from 'unobtanium' status in the west.
Compared to the original as well as many poorly made examples in china, the quality is far more consistent — decades of gear-making pedigree and direct oversight of factories from Arktis goes a long way to ensure this SMERSH is the best it can be.
Our rig is held to the same standards as modern high-end mil-spec gear is.
Special non-reflective fabrics & color absorbing dyes make our SMERSH unique in the way it can blend in more with natural environments when viewed through traditional near-infrared night vision devices.
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The smersh is great, I've been using it in my stalker larp as well as in the garden. It is comfortable, simple to adjust and move the pouches around to fit your preference.
I've already worn it for 5 hours straight and could go for more; which isn't the case for my chest rigs/plate kit.
Overall great product with great attention to detail and quality. Even despite the 30% import taxe for being french. I've been walking funny since, but with class.
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Fits perfectly!
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Easy to adjust, good load distribution (I'm naturally front heavy & big waisted).
The easiest/cheapest way to get AR mags to the proper height is shoving a pair of socks at the bottom of the mag pouch.(then you have more socks)
Other finds, if you want to run a holster with it, I recommend a drop-leg. Belt holster CAN work, but mileage may vary.
The butt pack can be taken off the belt and used as a separate satchel pack since it comes with an extra strap.
The only things I would like to change is to convert the lid of the butt-pack to an adjustable brain like a backcountry pack. But for what its worth, I still love it.
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It needs a the mw2 russian camo gorka to pair with.
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Can easily accomodate 8x 5.45 magazines however I used one of the pouches for 2 RPK mags, never had an issue with retention thanks to the bungee on the pouches. Honestly just a lovely rig and very comfortable
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We couldn't have re-made Russia's most legendary webbing without the help from our friends and fans on Instagram.
We'd like to thank @ruski.operator for aiding our historical research efforts into the rig — much of our copy is drawn from his retelling of the SMERSH Lore.
We'd also like to thank @hotbutteronthemove — an Instagram follower of ours who commented on all of our posts for nearly 2 years, begging us to bring a SMERSH to market. We hope we've granted his wish among many others.
