Vortex Defender-ST™ Micro - Rugged 3 MOA Red Dot Sight

Overview

The Defender-ST™ Micro from Vortex Optics is a red dot sight designed for demanding users: competitive shooters, law enforcement professionals, and everyday carriers of defensive firearms. Whether mounted on a pistol, a shotgun, or in an offset position on a rifle, it delivers the ruggedness, precision, and versatility required for intensive use, on the range as well as in the field.

Technical Specifications

• Mounting footprint: DeltaPoint® Pro - wide compatibility with existing plates and mounts
• Reticle: 3 MOA dot (6 MOA variant available) for fast target acquisition without obscuring the target
• Battery: top-loaded CR2032, up to 25,000 hours of battery life thanks to motion activation and automatic shutdown after 10 minutes
• Eye relief: unlimited, for flexible positioning and instinctive aiming
• Brightness: 10 "daylight" settings, including 2 night vision compatible
• Adjustments: 1 MOA clicks, 40 MOA rotation range (up to 115 MOA elevation and 145 MOA windage)
• Construction: one-piece matte black anodized 7075 aluminum housing, low glare
• Dimensions: 9.7 mm deck height, 1.83" length, 1.48 oz weight

Advantages

• Proven resistance to shock and recoil thanks to ShockShield™ polymer inserts and Fast-Rack™ texture
• No interruption of use during battery replacement thanks to the top-loaded battery
• Guaranteed red dot readability in all lighting conditions, from full sunlight to dusk
• Button lock prevents accidental adjustments during transport or intensive use
• Anti-fog aspherical lens for a sharp, faithful image in any weather

Use and Maintenance

Thanks to motion activation, the Defender-ST™ Micro turns on automatically as soon as the firearm is handled and switches off after 10 minutes of inactivity to preserve the CR2032 battery. Battery replacement is done without removing the optic or losing the point-of-impact setting. Waterproof and fog-proof, this sight maintains its performance in all weather conditions, a valuable asset for outdoor use in Switzerland. It is covered by the unlimited and unconditional Vortex VIP warranty.