Vortex Defender-ST 3 MOA Red Dot Sight | 4.7 Star Rating w/ Free Shipping and Handling

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Vortex Defender-ST 3 MOA Red Dot Sight, Black, 4x5.75x2.75, DFST-MRD3

Vortex Defender-ST 6 MOA Red Dot Sight, Black, 4x5.75x2.75, DFST-MRD6

Vortex Defender-ST 3 MOA Red Dot Sight, Black, 4x5.75x2.75, DFST-MRD3

Vortex Defender-ST 6 MOA Red Dot Sight, Black, 4x5.75x2.75, DFST-MRD6

Vortex Defender-ST 3 MOA Red Dot Sight, Black, 4x5.75x2.75, DFST-MRD3

Vortex Defender-ST 6 MOA Red Dot Sight, Black, 4x5.75x2.75, DFST-MRD6

Vortex Defender-ST 3 MOA Red Dot Sight, Black, 4x5.75x2.75, DFST-MRD3

Vortex Defender-ST 6 MOA Red Dot Sight, Black, 4x5.75x2.75, DFST-MRD6

Vortex Defender-ST 3 MOA Red Dot Sight, Black, 4x5.75x2.75, DFST-MRD3

Vortex Defender-ST 6 MOA Red Dot Sight, Black, 4x5.75x2.75, DFST-MRD6

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Customer Reviews

Helpful Positive Review Fantastic Red Dot by GeneralKenobiWins, April 2, 2024

The defender st is a fantastic red dot especially at its price point. The 3 MOA versions dot is crisp and the window is plenty large to easily maintain the dot within the window while shooting. Vortex listened to their custokers and shorteded the aut...
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Helpful Positive Review it's okay i guess by panzos, Verified Owner, March 6, 2024

Well it's okay I guess it works this the product itself is nothing wrong with it it's not defective it works well I put it on my gun for a week I tried it this is just a personal preference I don't like it I don't like it because I don't like the way...
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Helpful Positive Review I Don't Regret It by B. Harris, Verified Owner, March 5, 2024

Already dropped it from waist high, didn't even scuff it. Dot is crisp and capable of crazy bright. 6 moa is perfect for my pistol. Buttons are perfectly positioned. Battery is top loading and secure. Mounted to a Springfield Echelon.

2/3 found this helpful

Helpful Positive Review Vortex Defender by RH, Verified Owner, March 13, 2024

Great Product Works As It Should. Accurate And Bright With No Issues.

3/3 found this helpful

Most Recent Reviews Good value red dot by Bob, Verified Owner, June 12, 2024

This is exactly what I was looking for, a nice dot with the DPP footprint that doesn't cost an arm and a leg with a stellar warranty. Between all the extras that come with the optic and the warranty, I don't think you can beat it dot the price when i...
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Most Recent Reviews Good but has a halo on brighter settings by Dunk, May 17, 2024

It’s a good optic, easy to sight in and seems very durable. The battery is easy to change. Downfall is on the brighter settings in a darker atmosphere there is a halo that you can’t see your target through. All of my other optics on the brightest ...
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Vortex Defender-ST 3 MOA Red Dot Sight, Black, 4x5.75x2.75, DFST-MRD3

Reticle: 3 MOA Red Dot

Code: VX-RD-VOR0116-DFST-MRD3

MPN: DFST-MRD3

UPC: 843829133296

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Vortex Defender-ST 6 MOA Red Dot Sight, Black, 4x5.75x2.75, DFST-MRD6

Reticle: 6 MOA Red Dot

Code: VX-RD-VOR0116-DFST-MRD6

MPN: DFST-MRD6

UPC: 843829133302

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$329.99

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Product Info for Vortex Defender-ST 3 MOA Red Dot Sight

The Do-It-All Micro Red Dot. Handguns. Shotguns. Offset on a carbine. Whether running drills at the range or holding the line during rigorous duty use, the Defender-ST is ready when and wherever you are. Rugged and reliable? Its a given. Large sight window? Absolutely. Motion-activation and a dot with adjustable brightness deliver superior target acquisition, adaptability in all lighting conditions, and faster follow-up shots. Experience what shooters mean when they discuss the ideal, all-round red dot. With the Defender-ST, you're not just range-ready, but armored for the toughness and adaptability your world demands.

Specifications for Vortex Defender-ST 3 MOA Red Dot Sight:

Manufacturer:	Vortex
Color:	Black
Magnification:	1 x
Illumination Color:	Red
Eye Relief:	Unlimited
Adjustment Type:	MOA
Emitter Type:	Open
Battery Type:	Lithium Metal, CR2032
Red Dot Sights-Footprint:	Deltapoint Pro