Enclosed Solar Micro Red Dots - Vortex Defender-CCW and Defender-ST
It’s probably that time of the year when we’re supposed to upgrade our firearms and optics. Vortex seems to think so, with the launch of the Vortex Defender-CCW and Defender-ST Enclosed Solar Micro Red Dots, said to be engineered for reliability in competition and duty. Their fully enclosed design shields against weather, holster wear, and accidental impacts.
Vortex Optics @ TFB:
Dual power (solar and battery) with Auto D-TEC technology (that’s just a fancy word to say that it shifts seamlessly between the two power sources) is advertised to ensure consistent performance during long, demanding days.
There’s a multi-reticle option depending on your preference, suitable from carry guns to carbines. According to Vortex, the new Defender-CCW Enclosed and Defender-ST Enclosed deliver unmatched versatility and durability across platforms.
The multi-reticle offers 3 reticle options and 12 brightness settings (10 daylight, 2 night-vision). You can see the MOA sizes below.
Some of the features include:
- ENCLOSED 7075 ALUMINUM HOUSING. Durable protection against debris and moisture
- MULTI-RETICLE. Quickly adapts to diverse shooting situations
- SOLAR WITH AUTO D-TEC TECHNOLOGY. Automatically draws power from solar or battery, as needed
- LARGE VIEWING WINDOW. For fast target acquisition and wide field of view
- ASPHERICAL LENS. For a distortion-free sight picture and truer colors
- FAST-RACK™ TEXTURED GRIP. For racking the slide off any surface
- EASY TO MOUNT. Uses Shield RMS (CCW) and DeltaPoint® Pro (ST) footprints
The Defender-ST Enclosed Solar Micro Red Dot is mounted as a secondary in the picture below. On rifles, I prefer closed optics rather than open.
In terms of pricing, the red dots on the market seem to be all over the place, high and low. The Defender-CCW™ Enclosed has an MSRP of $399.99 and the Defender-ST™ Enclosed runs an MSRP of $529.99.
Do you prefer an open or an enclosed red dot sight on your pistol and carbine?
Ex-Arctic Ranger. Competitive practical shooter and hunter with a European focus. Always ready to increase my collection of modern semi-automatics, optics, thermals and suppressors. TCCC Certified. Occasionaly seen in a 6x6 Bug Out Vehicle, always with a big smile.
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“Oh, don’t mind me, I’m just getting my pistol some much needed vitamin D.”
Good, been hoping these would be coming soon.