One of the advantage of this ADE plate over others is this optic plate has a CURVED/ CONCAVED design that will sit flush(wrap the top curved pistol slide) on the top of the pistol. Many other plates are Flat design.
The optic plate for 1911 with Standard Novak rear sight requires removal the rear sight and disassemble the pistol. We recommend hiring a professional gunsmith. Unprofessional installation such as improper torque(12in/lb) will result in screw loose, not holding zero, damage to the firearm/optic and personal injury.You will receive the reply within 8 hours Monday-Sunday. When you first receive the ADE red dot.
It might have a picatinny mounting plate pre-assembled (might be packaged separately in the retail package, depending on the ADE model). Please use the allen wrench provided to take out the 2 hex screws on the top behind the glass frame. It will disconnect the red dot from the picatinny mounting plate. ADE is releasing the 2023 PRO SERIES for ADE RD3 series that fits a varieties of popular optic footprint on the market. The additional features that the PRO series includes are Multi Reticle Technology(only on select models, read product description to see if this model is equipped), Motion Awake System and are a new cosmetic redesign by ADE in Oregon City, Oregon.ADE RD3-028 Ares Pro is equipped with the Motion Activated System. While the Ares Pro is turned on, the red dot illumination goes to sleep after five minutes of inactivity, but when any motion or vibration is detected, it instantly switches on illumination at the previous brightness setting. Users also have the option to manually turn the red dot power off to disable the Motion Activated System. The overall length is longer than traditional red dot, therefore it only fits on the optic plate that sits ABOVE the slide(typically the plates replacing the rear sight). It does not sit into pistol slide with a milled optic cut because those cuts are typically made for red dots with standard length.
The dimension for Ares is 1.84" length x1.30" width x1.15 height. ADE RD3-028 Ares Pro is designed with a removeable Weather Shield that protects the sight from moisture and provides a clearer sight picture during inclement weather. Once installed the weather shield will protect from rain or snow and will stay attached even when mounted on a handgun.
Promotes rapid target acquisition while providing a precise point of aim; getting shots down range and on target fast. Side Battery Load System, no need to Remove the sight to change the Battery. Fully windage and elevation adjustable and lockable; Unlimited Eye Relief. Powered by a lithium CR2032. Comes with a removeable picatinny plate, lens cloth, instruction, tool, battery and a removeable weather shield.
We always reply emails within 8 hours. All NFA rules apply, where applicable. YOU are responsible to following ALL laws and regulations regarding the ownership, possession and end use of this item. This item is in the category "Sporting Goods\Hunting\Scopes, Optics & Lasers\Red Dot & Laser". The seller is "opticsfactory" and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.