Viridian RFX1 Custom | Bodyguard 2.0 Green Dot

Published on February 3, 2026
Duration: 2:47

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.

Quick Summary

Installing the Viridian RFX1 Custom on a non-optic-cut Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0 involves using a custom plate that fits the rear dovetail. Specialized tools like a sight pusher and a torque wrench (set to 20 inch-pounds) are essential for proper mounting and ensuring optic security and zero retention.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Viridian RFX1 Custom & S&W Bodyguard 2.0
  2. 00:15Custom Mounting Solution Explained
  3. 00:44Sight Removal & Plate Installation
  4. 01:04Optic Features: Battery, Reticle, Auto Brightness
  5. 01:30Torquing the Optic Mount
  6. 02:03Holster Fit & Green Dot Demo

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you mount an optic on a Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0 if it's not factory optic-cut?

For non-optic-cut pistols like the S&W Bodyguard 2.0, specialized solutions like the Viridian RFX1 Custom use a custom plate that replaces the rear iron sight and mounts into the slide's dovetail, requiring specific installation tools.

What tools are needed to install the Viridian RFX1 Custom on a Bodyguard 2.0?

Installation requires specialized tools such as a rear sight pusher (e.g., Wheeler Engineering) to remove the factory sight and a torque wrench (e.g., Wheeler FAT Wrench) to properly tighten the optic mounting screws to 20 inch-pounds.

What are the key features of the Viridian RFX1 Custom optic?

The Viridian RFX1 Custom features a 3 MOA green dot reticle, 'Instant-On' technology, an ambient light sensor with automatic brightness control, auto shut-off, and an impressive battery life exceeding 30,000 hours using a CR1632 battery.

Why is proper torque important when mounting a red dot sight?

Applying the correct torque (20 inch-pounds for the RFX1 Custom) is crucial to ensure the optic remains securely mounted, maintains zero under recoil, and prevents damage to the optic or firearm slide from over-tightening.

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