Gideon Optics Alpha
The Gideon Optics Alpha is an open emitter pistol optic on the RMR footprint, offered with a 65 MOA Circle + 3 MOA Dot reticle in red. The window measures 1.06 x 0.69 in, and the aluminum housing measures 1.77 x 1.26 x 1.04 in and 1.5 oz. It runs on a CR1632 cell that can be changed with the optic still mounted, and adds shake awake and night vision settings. Measured against the 311 pistol optics in the index, it lands on the heavier side for weight (1.5 oz), on the larger side for window area (0.7314 sq in), and in the least expensive quarter for price ($200). It is one of 74 entries in the index that qualify as a RMR footprint optic. The closest listed comparison is Gideon Optics Rock, the same brand's RMR footprint optic, priced at $200.
| Series | Alpha |
| Reticle color | Red |
| Reticle options | 65 MOA Circle + 3 MOA Dot |
| Optic Removal for Battery Change | No |
| Window Size (in) | 1.06 x 0.69 |
| Enclosed | No |
| Footprint | RMR |
| Battery | CR1632 |
| Solar Failsafe | No |
| Shake Awake | Yes |
| Night Vision Compatible | Yes |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Weight (oz) | 1.5 |
| Dimensions (in) | 1.77 x 1.26 x 1.04 |
| Country of Manufacture | USA |
| Average Price | $200 |
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