Vortex Optics Defender-CCW Enclosed Solar Red Dot: Always Ready, No Matter What
When it comes to personal defense, reliability is everything. The Vortex Optics Defender-CCW Enclosed Solar 3 MOA Dot / 32 MOA Circle Micro Red Dot (DFCCW-MRD3-E) is built to perform when it matters most. With an ultra-rugged enclosed design, solar and battery dual power, and customizable reticle options, this optic ensures you’re always ready—day or night, rain or shine.
Built Tough for Real-World Use
The Defender-CCW isn’t just another micro red dot. Its fully enclosed 7075 aluminum housing protects the emitter from dust, debris, rain, and impact—keeping your sight picture clear in even the harshest conditions. Add in waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof construction, and you have an optic that thrives under pressure.
The Fast-Rack textured front face allows you to rack the slide off any surface with confidence, a feature designed with defensive use in mind.
Always Powered, Always On
Equipped with Solar with Auto D-TEC technology, the Defender-CCW automatically draws from solar or battery power depending on your environment. Even if the battery runs low, solar keeps you in the fight. With up to 35,000 hours of battery life (and an incredible 150,000 hours with solar assist), this optic is designed for years of worry-free readiness.
It also includes motion activation with a 10-minute auto-shutoff, so your sight is ready the moment you need it while conserving battery when you don’t.
Fast Target Acquisition, Every Time
A large sight window and multi-reticle system (choose between a precise 3 MOA dot or a fast 32 MOA circle) let you adapt instantly to any shooting scenario. The aspherical lens provides a distortion-free sight picture and truer colors, giving you absolute clarity in all light conditions.
With parallax-free performance, unlimited eye relief, and fine 1 MOA adjustments, the Defender-CCW ensures fast and accurate shots whether on the range or in a defensive encounter.
User-Friendly Design
Practicality defines the Defender-CCW. The side-load battery tray allows for quick battery swaps without needing to remove or re-zero your optic. A button lockout feature prevents accidental brightness changes during carry or use, so your settings stay exactly where you want them.
Specifications at a Glance
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Reticle: Multi-Reticle (3 MOA Dot / 32 MOA Circle, bright red)
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Magnification: 1x
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Battery: CR2032, up to 35,000 hrs (150,000 hrs with solar)
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Footprint: Shield RMSc
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Adjustment Range: 110 MOA windage / elevation
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Adjustment Graduation: 1 MOA
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Parallax: Parallax free
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Length: 1.59"
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Weight: 1.30 oz.
Final Thoughts
The Vortex Optics Defender-CCW Enclosed Solar Red Dot delivers the perfect balance of rugged reliability, advanced power management, and rapid target acquisition. Whether mounted on a micro-compact carry pistol or a full-size handgun, this optic ensures you’re always prepared for the unexpected.
For shooters who demand a red dot that won’t quit—no matter the conditions—the Defender-CCW is the optic you can trust when it matters most.
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