NEW Reflex Optic from Shield Sights - TheFirearmGuy

Published on November 12, 2023
Duration: 6:21

The Shield RMS-D is a new reflex optic designed with a side-loading battery compartment, eliminating the need to remove the optic from the firearm for battery changes. This innovative 'drawer' system allows for quick swaps of the CR1632 battery using an included hex wrench. The optic features an aluminum housing, a durable acrylic lens, and auto-brightness adjustment with night vision capability.

Quick Summary

The Shield RMS-D reflex optic revolutionizes battery replacement with its unique side-loading 'drawer' compartment. This allows users to swap the CR1632 battery without removing the optic from their firearm, eliminating the need for re-zeroing. It also features an aluminum housing, durable acrylic lens, auto-brightness, and night vision compatibility.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction to Shield Sights
  2. 00:05New Reflex Optic from Shield Sights
  3. 00:20Customer Feedback and Optic Needs
  4. 00:33Comparison: RMS-C vs. RMS-D Battery Access
  5. 00:58Introducing the Shield RMS-D
  6. 01:01Included Accessories
  7. 01:28The 'Drawer' Battery Compartment Explained
  8. 01:46Optic Construction and Lens Material
  9. 02:02Front Sight Access Cutout
  10. 02:08Auto-Brightness and Night Vision
  11. 02:25Dot Size Options (4 MOA / 8 MOA)
  12. 02:32Mounted on Hellcat Pro
  13. 02:41Operating the Battery Drawer
  14. 03:00Battery Swap Procedure
  15. 03:11Benefit: No Optic Removal for Battery Change
  16. 03:28Direct Mount Installation
  17. 03:36Range Test Footage
  18. 03:58Performance Observations
  19. 04:02Availability and MSRP Status
  20. 04:16Testing Focus: Battery Compartment Operation
  21. 04:38Dot Clarity and Lens Quality
  22. 05:05Durability of Acrylic Lens
  23. 05:12Comparison to Other Shield Optics
  24. 05:28Wishlist: Shake Awake Feature
  25. 05:31Battery Life Expectancy
  26. 05:36Key Advantage: Easy Battery Swap
  27. 05:41Shield RMS-D Recap
  28. 05:58Overall Satisfaction and Sighting In
  29. 06:12Call to Action: Subscribe and Share

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main advantage of the Shield RMS-D reflex optic?

The primary advantage of the Shield RMS-D is its innovative side-loading battery compartment, often referred to as a 'drawer.' This design allows users to replace the CR1632 battery without removing the optic from the firearm, thus avoiding the need to re-zero the sight.

How do you replace the battery in the Shield RMS-D?

To replace the battery in the Shield RMS-D, you insert a hex wrench into the access hole on the left side of the optic. Pushing the wrench through ejects the battery drawer. You then swap the CR1632 battery and slide the drawer back in.

What are the key features of the Shield RMS-D optic?

The Shield RMS-D features an aluminum housing, a hard-dip coated acrylic lens claimed to be 10x stronger than glass, auto-brightness adjustment, night vision compatibility, and is available with either a 4 MOA or 8 MOA red dot. It also has a cutout for front sight visibility.

What battery does the Shield RMS-D use, and what is its expected life?

The Shield RMS-D uses a standard CR1632 battery. Shield Sights estimates an average battery life of two years in dark conditions, though this does not include a shake-awake feature.

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