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Optics and Sights

Vortex’s New Micro Red Dot, the Defender XL

June 5, 2024 by Fred Rowlands Leave a Comment

In response to the demands of serious competitors, Vortex® proudly presents the Defender-XL™, a red dot sight engineered to elevate your speed and accuracy in competitive shooting. Recognizing the importance of quick target acquisition and adaptability in dynamic environments, this sight is crafted for those aiming to dominate the competition.

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The Defender-XL™ boasts an ultra-wide sight window, dramatically enhancing your field of view. This essential feature translates to faster target acquisition and more accurate follow-up shots. It also provides greater versatility in unconventional shooting positions, allowing you to adapt swiftly in high-pressure scenarios. Key features include:

7075 Aluminum Sight Housing: Added strength and corrosion resistance
Ultra-Wide Aspherical Lens: Distortion-free sight picture with truer colors
Advanced ShockShield™ Polymer Insert: Protection against daily abuse
Fast-Rack™ Textured Front Face: Added grip for racking slides
Adjustable Brightness: Customizable illumination settings
10-Minute Auto-Shutoff: Preserves battery life
Motion Activated: Instant readiness when you need it
DeltaPoint® Pro Footprint: Versatile mounting on pistols, ARs, and shotguns
5 or 8 MOA Red Dot Options Available

The Different Options Available

Built to endure the unexpected drops and rigorous demands of dynamic shooting, the Defender-XL™ (MSRP: $599.99/MAP: $399.99) offers durability and reliability when it counts. With twelve brightness settings for precision aiming and reduced eyestrain, its design ensures seamless operation, letting you concentrate on your competition without distraction.

The Defender-XL™ enhances your ability to engage targets swiftly and with pinpoint accuracy, positioning you to outclass your rivals. It’s not just about showing up; it’s about dominating every round and securing your path to victory.  If you don’t believe us, check out Jerry Miculek’s video here!

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About the Author

Fred Rowlands Fred “Garfield” Rowlands is a 21+ year Navy veteran who spent his career in strange and diverse places like Diego Garcia, Wintering Over in Antarctica, the Southern Border, and Burbank CA. Has spent over 30 years working in Military Physical Security, Law Enforcement, and Private Security, and has “more luck than a cat has lives” supposedly. He now resides in NW Florida with his wife and a Great Dane named Layla.

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