Direct-fit red dots

Direct-fit red dots are designed to mount straight into the cut on your pistol slide, without the need for any adapter plate or extra hardware. That means a cleaner setup, fewer parts and a more direct connection between optic and slide.

This collection includes pistol red dots built specifically for factory-milled slides and direct slide cuts. If your handgun is cut for a particular footprint, a direct-fit optic lets you take advantage of that design without adding extra height or complexity.

Why choose a direct-fit red dot?

Compared to optics mounted on adapter plates, direct-fit red dots can offer several advantages:

• Lower profile above the bore for a more natural sight picture
• Less weight and fewer screws or components to worry about
• Improved durability and consistent zero thanks to a solid interface
• Often easier co-witness with suppressor-height or tall iron sights

Find the right direct-fit optic for your pistol

Before choosing a red dot, check which footprint your slide is cut for in the pistol’s manual or on the manufacturer’s website. Once you know the pattern, you can select a direct-fit optic from this category. Make sure to see category of direct-fit red dots that is related to your specific model. 

If your pistol is not cut for a direct-fit optic, you can still mount a red dot using an optics-ready plate or a dovetail red dot mount. For those with a compatible slide cut, this category is the easiest way to go straight to optics.

Need help with compatibility?

Not sure whether your pistol accepts a direct-fit red dot or which model to choose? Contact our team and we’ll help you confirm compatibility and pick the right optic for your setup.