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Primary Arms SLx 3X Micro Magnifier

Current SLx micro 3x magnifier with a 5.3 oz body, 2-bolt mount compatibility, and compact 21mm objective.

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Quick Specs

Price
$200
Weight
5.3 oz
Brand
Primary Arms
Category
magnifier

Features

  • 3x magnification
  • 5.3 oz weight
  • 2.40 in eye relief
  • 35.2 ft FOV at 100 yd

Capability Boosts

Long Range+2
Mobility+-1

Recommended For

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Primary Arms SLx The SLx 3x21mm Micro Magnifier Red Dot Sight, Black, 510010

$199.99
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Compatibility Tags

interface: picatinny-topsuitable-for: ultra-compactoptic-type: magnifier

Overview

The Primary Arms SLx 3X Micro Magnifier is the current value pick in Primary Arms' magnifier line. It keeps the optic body down to 5.3 oz and 2.83 inches long, which makes it easier to fit behind compact red dots and 1x prism sights than older full-size magnifiers.

The current SLx Micro uses a 21 mm objective, 7.0 mm exit pupil, 2.40 inches of eye relief, and a 35.2 ft field of view at 100 yards. It uses Primary Arms' 2-bolt magnifier mount pattern, so budget buyers can run a basic flip-to-side mount while users chasing higher centerlines can step into compatible aftermarket mounts.

Pick it when weight, price, and compact packaging matter more than maximum eye relief. If you need more range from the same red-dot setup, step up to the Primary Arms GLx 6X instead.

Key Features

  • 3x magnification in a compact micro body
  • 5.3 oz listed weight
  • 2.40 in eye relief
  • Primary Arms 2-bolt magnifier mount compatibility
  • Adjustable diopter for sharp focus

Pros

  • +Very light 5.3 oz optic body
  • +Short 2.83 in length helps on crowded upper receivers
  • +2-bolt mount pattern opens up height and mount options

Cons

  • 2.40 in eye relief is shorter than long-eye-relief magnifiers
  • Mount choice affects final cost and weight
  • Not as ruggedly proven as EOTech or Aimpoint duty magnifiers

Detailed Specifications

Magnification
3x
objective
21 mm
Eye Relief
2.40 in
Field of View
35.2 ft at 100 yd
exitPupil
7.0 mm
Mount Type
Primary Arms 2-bolt magnifier mount pattern
weight
5.3 oz
Length
2.83 in

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