Optic Install on Staccato CS

Published on March 25, 2024
Duration: 0:54

This guide details the process of installing a Trijicon RMR CC optic onto a Staccato CS pistol, emphasizing the use of Loctite for secure mounting. The speaker, demonstrating experienced firearm handling, highlights the RMR CC's suitability for subcompact pistols like the Staccato CS for concealed carry. The installation is presented as a preparatory step for a 3000-round reliability test.

Quick Summary

For concealed carry on a Staccato CS, the Trijicon RMR CC is a suitable optic choice. Proper installation involves applying blue Loctite to mounting screws to prevent loosening from recoil, ensuring the optic maintains zero. The process includes securing the mounting plate to the slide, then attaching the RMR CC.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Staccato CS Introduction & Reliability Test Prep
  2. 00:14Optic Plate and RMR CC Choice for Subcompact
  3. 00:23Optic Installation: Loctite and Mounting Steps
  4. 00:35First Experience with RMR CC and Reliability Test
  5. 00:44Initial Sighting and Range Preparation

Frequently Asked Questions

What optic is recommended for a Staccato CS for concealed carry?

For a subcompact pistol like the Staccato CS, a smaller optic such as the Trijicon RMR CC is recommended. This choice optimizes the firearm for concealed carry by maintaining a slim profile and reducing snag points.

What is the importance of using Loctite when installing a firearm optic?

Applying Loctite, specifically a blue threadlocker, to optic mounting screws is crucial. It prevents the screws from vibrating loose due to recoil, ensuring the optic maintains its zero and reliable performance over time.

What are the basic steps for installing an optic on a Staccato CS?

The process involves ensuring the firearm is unloaded, applying Loctite to mounting screws, aligning the optic plate, securing the plate to the slide, mounting the optic, and finally tightening the optic's screws.

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