Gideon Pebble Direct-Mount Bodyguard 2.0 Red Dot - SHOT Show 2026

This guide details the installation of the Viridian RFX1 green dot optic onto a Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0 pistol. The process involves removing the factory rear sight using a sight pusher and then installing the RFX1 into the dovetail. The video emphasizes that while installation is straightforward, removing the factory sight can be challenging. The RFX1 is noted for its custom fit, 3 MOA green dot, and unlimited eye relief, enhancing accuracy for concealed carry.

This guide details the installation of the Viridian RFX1 Custom green dot sight onto a Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0 pistol. It highlights the use of a custom mounting bracket that replaces the rear sight and emphasizes the importance of using a sight pusher tool due to the difficulty of removing the factory rear sight. The video, presented by Karl Kasarda of InRangeTV, offers practical advice for firearm modification.

This guide details the installation of the Viridian RFX1 Custom reflex sight onto a Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0, a process requiring specialized tools due to the firearm's non-factory optic-cut slide. The installation involves removing the rear iron sight and utilizing a custom plate that fits into the dovetail. The video emphasizes the importance of using a sight pusher and torquing the optic's mounting screws to 20 inch-pounds with a torque wrench. The RFX1 Custom features a 3 MOA green dot, Instant-On technology, and over 30,000 hours of battery life from a CR1632 battery.

This guide details the installation of an Aimpoint COA red dot sight onto a Glock 19 pistol slide that has been milled for an optic. The process involves ensuring the firearm is safe, removing the rear sight, aligning the optic, and securing it with the provided hardware. The video, presented by GlockStore, demonstrates the unboxing and mounting procedure, highlighting the precision required for optic cuts.

This guide details the process of mounting an optic on a Gen 6 Glock, emphasizing the importance of following manufacturer instructions due to Glock's MOS system design. It highlights potential issues with optic security and the use of aftermarket parts like ISMI springs. Instruction comes from an expert with years of experience in competitive shooting.

This guide details the installation of a Dove Mounting Solutions Kit on a Glock 30S, allowing for the attachment of an optic like the Holosun HS407K X2 without permanent slide milling. The process is presented as a cost-effective and time-saving alternative to traditional slide machining, emphasizing the kit's versatility and reliability even under recoil from .45 Auto ammunition. The video features a firearms reviewer demonstrating the installation and a live-fire test.

This guide details the specific technique for separating two MAS-36 rifles that have been inadvertently locked together by their bayonets. It outlines the historical context of this issue, the modification made to the bayonet to resolve it, and the step-by-step procedure for disengagement. The technique requires precise alignment and the use of a pointed tool to access the internal release mechanism, as demonstrated by firearms expert Ian McCollum.

This guide details the loading and firing procedure for the M134 Minigun, as explained by Ian McCollum. It covers manual indexing of the barrel cluster, feeding the ammunition belt, engaging controls, and firing. The guide also touches upon the weapon's spin-down inertia and the function of modern clutch systems. Expert instruction from a recognized firearms historian highlights the technical aspects of operating this powerful weapon system.

This guide details the operational features of the H&K G11 K2, a prototype assault rifle known for its caseless ammunition and unique rotating drum bolt. It covers the selector settings, magazine capacity, integrated optics, and the internal action designed for recoil management during high-rate-of-fire bursts. Expert insights from Ian McCollum highlight the historical context and technical innovations of this advanced firearm.

This guide details the operation of the German L.Gr.W.36 50mm light mortar, as demonstrated by expert Ian McCollum. It covers assembly, leveling procedures, ammunition handling, and live fire execution, emphasizing the difficulty in visually tracking the projectile. The instruction highlights the importance of proper setup for accuracy.