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Vortex Defender-CCW Enclosed Solar
Closed emitter micro pistol optic with solar assist on the Shield RMSc footprint
Quick Specs
- Price
- $259
- Weight
- 1.3 oz
- Brand
- Vortex
- Category
- pistol-optic
Features
- •3 MOA dot or multi-reticle
- •Shield RMSc footprint
- •CR2032 solar assist
- •Closed emitter
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Overview
The Vortex Defender-CCW Enclosed Solar is Vortex's answer to the Holosun EPS Carry in the closed-emitter sub-compact pistol optic tier. It pairs a closed emitter housing with a solar panel and CR2032 backup battery. Vortex markets the line with very long runtime claims, but buyers should verify the exact 3 MOA / multi-reticle SKU specs before treating any runtime number as universal.
The reticle is a multi-reticle system: a 3 MOA dot, a 32 MOA circle, or both combined, switchable with a button press. It uses the dominant Shield RMSc footprint for sub-compact pistols, with cross-compatibility on Holosun EPS Carry, SIG P365X / P365 XL, Springfield Hellcat OSP, Glock 43X MOS, Glock 48 MOS, and aftermarket sub-compact slides.
The closed emitter housing solves the open-emitter weakness of the Romeo Zero Elite and Holosun 407K class of carry optics. This row tracks the partner listing SKU at $259.49, while Vortex's Defender lineup page positions MSRP higher. The Vortex VIP lifetime warranty covers damage with no receipt required.
Key Features
- Multi-reticle: 3 MOA dot, 32 MOA circle, or both combined
- Closed emitter housing protects LED from lint and debris
- Shield RMSc footprint with broad sub-compact compatibility
- Solar panel with CR2032 backup
- 12 brightness settings including 2 night vision compatible
- Powers on instantly with motion (shake awake)
- Vortex VIP lifetime warranty
Pros
- +Closed emitter eliminates the open-emitter weakness of carry-class red dots
- +Solar plus CR2032 dual-power design
- +Multi-reticle covers both speed and precision in one optic
- +Shield RMSc footprint with broad sub-compact pistol compatibility
- +Vortex VIP lifetime warranty with no receipt required
Cons
- −Smaller window than Holosun EPS Carry or Trijicon RCR
- −Made overseas; not US-manufactured
- −Heavier than the polymer Romeo Zero Elite at 1.3 oz vs 0.5 oz
- −Multi-reticle button can be cycled accidentally during carry
Detailed Specifications
- Reticle
- 3 MOA dot, 32 MOA circle, or both (multi-reticle)
- Magnification
- 1x
- Battery Type
- CR2032 with solar assist
- Battery Life
- Very long advertised runtime; verify exact SKU/runtime table before purchase
- nightVisionCompatible
- Yes (2 NV settings)
- weight
- 1.3 oz (with battery)
- Length
- 1.59 inches
- Mount Type
- Shield RMSc footprint
- clickValue
- 1 MOA per click
- Adjustment Range
- 110 MOA windage / 110 MOA elevation
- deckHeight
- 7.2mm
Compatible Platforms
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Glock
Glock 26 Gen5 MOS
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