Options for Mounting a Red Dot on Your Pistol

Published on May 15, 2017
Duration: 9:36

This video explores various methods for mounting red dot sights on pistols, highlighting custom slide machining as the most durable but costly option. Rear sight dovetail mounts offer a budget-friendly alternative, while factory optics-ready systems like Glock MOS provide flexibility. The choice depends on factors like cost, long-term optic commitment, and desired profile.

Quick Summary

Custom slide machining provides the most durable and lowest profile mounting for pistol red dots, but is costly. Rear sight dovetail mounts are cheaper but less robust. Factory systems like Glock MOS offer flexibility with interchangeable plates for various optics.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Red Dots on Pistols
  2. 01:30Frame Adapters Explained
  3. 02:13Rear Sight Dovetail Mounts
  4. 03:48Custom Slide Machining
  5. 06:09Factory Optics-Ready Systems (Glock MOS)
  6. 08:16Choosing the Right Mount

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main methods for mounting a red dot sight on a pistol?

The primary methods include custom slide machining (most durable), rear sight dovetail mounts (budget-friendly), factory optics-ready systems (flexible, like Glock MOS), and frame-mounted adapters (often bulky).

What is the most durable way to mount a red dot on a pistol?

Custom slide machining, where the slide is milled to accept a specific optic footprint, offers the highest durability and a low profile, though it's the most expensive and commits you to one optic type.

Are there budget-friendly options for pistol red dot mounting?

Yes, rear sight dovetail mounts are a cost-effective solution. They replace the rear sight with a mounting plate, but they sit higher and are less robust than milled slides.

What are the advantages of factory optics-ready pistol systems like Glock MOS?

Glock MOS and similar systems use interchangeable plates to mount various red dot sights, offering flexibility for different optic footprints without permanent slide modification.

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