The Vortex Defender-CCW Micro Red Dot DFCCW-MRD3 is a compact 1x pistol optic with a 3 MOA red dot, purpose-built for modern everyday carry handguns. This micro 3 MOA red dot sight works well for buyers who want a slim, durable carry optic that balances fast acquisition with precise aiming on compact and micro-compact pistols.
Key Features
- Model and part number: Vortex Defender-CCW Micro Red Dot DFCCW-MRD3
- Magnification: 1x
- Reticle: 3 MOA Defender Dot
- Dot color: red
- Illumination type: LED
- Brightness settings: 10 total, with 8 daylight and 2 night vision compatible levels
- Adjustment graduation: 1 MOA per click
- Maximum windage adjustment: 105 MOA
- Maximum elevation adjustment: 110 MOA
- Parallax setting: parallax free
- Eye relief: unlimited
- Battery type: CR1632 lithium coin cell
- Battery life: approximately 9,500 hours at a mid-range setting
- Battery location: top-mount battery compartment
- Length: approximately 1.59 inches
- Weight: approximately 0.95 ounces
- Housing material: 7075 aluminum single-piece chassis with ShockShield polymer insert
- Finish: low-glare matte black anodized
- Mount type: Shield RMS/RMSc footprint compatible
- Weather resistance: waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof
Special Features
- Large hard-coated aspherical lens delivers a distortion-free sight picture and a generous viewing window for a micro-sized carry optic.
- Motion activation system wakes the dot when the pistol moves and pairs with an auto-shutoff feature to extend battery life when the gun sits still.
- ShockShield polymer insert helps absorb impact to the 7075 aluminum housing, protecting the optic from everyday bumps and slide impact.
- Fast-Rack front texturing lets you rack the slide off a belt, holster, or hard edge using the front face of the optic when needed.
- Top-mounted battery compartment allows battery changes without removing the sight or losing your established zero.
- Ten brightness settings, including night vision compatible levels, let you tune the reticle for bright outdoor ranges, dim indoor spaces, and low-light conditions.
- RMSc footprint compatibility means the Defender-CCW DFCCW-MRD3 fits many optics-ready compact and micro-compact pistols and common adapter plates.
Practical Benefits
- The Vortex Defender-CCW Micro Red Dot DFCCW-MRD3 gives concealed carry shooters a daylight-bright 3 MOA red dot that supports fast first shots and precise follow-up hits from typical carry distances.
- The slim profile and snag-resistant shape help your handgun draw smoothly from concealment while still providing a large window for quick dot acquisition under stress.
- Motion activation and timed auto-shutoff make this optic well suited to daily carry, keeping the sight ready when you move the pistol while conserving battery when stored.
- The rugged housing, ShockShield buffering, and sealed, weather-resistant design support frequent live-fire practice and daily carry without constant worry about durability.
- The Vortex Defender-CCW Micro Red Dot 3 MOA DFCCW-MRD3 is a reliable pick for concealed carry and personal protection shooters who want a compact red dot tailored to everyday carry pistols.
| MANUFACTURER | VORTEX |