Defender
Vortex Defender CCW Solar
The Vortex Defender CCW Solar is an enclosed emitter pistol optic on the RMSc footprint, offered with a 3 MOA Dot & 32 MOA Circle reticle in red. The window measures 0.63 x 0.63 in, and the aluminum housing measures 1.7 x 1.1 x 1.2 in and 1.5 oz. It runs on a CR1632 cell that can be changed with the optic still mounted, and adds shake awake, solar failsafe, and night vision settings. Measured against the 311 pistol optics in the index, it lands on the heavier side for weight (1.5 oz), among the smallest 10 percent for window area (0.3969 sq in), and about in the middle for price ($350). It is one of 61 entries in the index that qualify as a RMSc footprint optic. The closest listed comparison is Vortex Defender CCW, the same brand's RMSc footprint optic, priced at $270.
| Series | Defender |
| Reticle color | Red |
| Reticle options | 3 MOA Dot & 32 MOA Circle |
| Optic Removal for Battery Change | No |
| Window Size (in) | 0.63 x 0.63 |
| Enclosed | Yes |
| Footprint | RMSc |
| Battery | CR1632 |
| Solar Failsafe | Yes |
| Shake Awake | Yes |
| Night Vision Compatible | Yes |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Weight (oz) | 1.5 |
| Dimensions (in) | 1.7 x 1.1 x 1.2 |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
| Average Price | $350 |
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