Having the correct red dot for defensive purposes isn’t just nice, it’s a must. The red dot sight mounted to your daily carry gun should be reliable, durable, and well-made. It should withstand serious use and include features specific to those who utilize an everyday carry gun. Vortex Optics is fulfilling that niche with the Defender CCW red dot sight, a carefully designed sight made to perform when you need it most.
The Vortex Defender CCW is made for versatility, meaning it’s designed for gun owners packing full-size, subcompact, and even micro-compact guns. It’s created for self-defense and is meant to give users an edge for speed and accuracy.
This red dot is ultra-compact and tough with a substantial sight window for more effective “both eyes open” shooting and improved peripheral vision. It also has a smooth, slim profile so it does not add unnecessary bulk to the gun while ensuring a snag-free draw.
Features of the Vortex Defender CCW include:
- Distortion-free aspherical lenses for improved clarity and superior color fidelity.
- Shockshield polymer insert designed to protect the sight from hard use.
- Fast-Rack textured front face to facilitate racking the slide under stress.
- Adjustable brightness so illumination can be set according to the user’s needs and preferences.
- Auto-shutoff for the purpose of extending battery life.
- Motion activated so it’s on and ready the instant you need it.
- Shield RMS footprint to eliminate the need for retro-fitting, extra plates, or drilling and tapping.
- 3 or 6 MOA red dot reticles are available.
The sight ships with:
- 1″ Shim Plate
- Picatinny Mount
- Rubber Cover
- Lens Cloth
- CR1632 Battery
- Custom Tool
- Commonly used mounting screw sets
The Defender CCW is 1.6 inches in length and weighs 0.95 ounces. This is a truly lightweight sight, and despite its weight, it is built to last. The dot is currently only offered in red. Please note the motion-activated feature is designed for use in sleep mode, not when the optic has been shut down.
What do you think, is this red dot going to be the next addition to your carry setup? Tell us what you think in the comments section.
MSRP for the Vortex Optics Defender CCW is set at $249.99 for either the 3 MOA or 6 MOA model.
