Optics plate for LCP MAX

[Old and grumpy]

I found this plate so I can mount optics on MAX. Have any of you done this? Pro or Con? It lists a bunch of optics that will work on it. I have liked Holosun green dots. Green just pops better for old eyes. Would want a sight that is not too tall. They make plates for a lot of guns that don't come cut. Thanks O&G. https://gallowayprecision.com/optic-mount-plate-for-ruger-lcp-max-pistols

 

[Hvymax]

I'm not a fan of the plates that just stick up past the slide. I've used a few that "wrap" over the top of the slide that sit lower. Still nowhere near as nice as a cut slide with cowitness irons.

 

[Old and grumpy]

I am not a fan of plates but that's the gun I have. Does MAX come cut?

 

[Hvymax]

Max9 comes cut. If you can find a Talo or similar with the dot already on it you can save a hundred or two dollars.

 

[bowzette]

A guy wants what he wants and that is justification enough. But I don't understand the need/desire to put an optic on a small light weight pocket pistol designed for self defense within 10 yards. I can hit center of mass at 10 yards with my original LCP just looking down the slide at the target. If the Max is to be a pocket pistol, can you get it in and out of a pocket without drama? If it is to be a belt pistol for shooting at 15 yd+ most would think there are better options. I assume there is a way to mount a light and laser as well but it seems out of character for the gun. My worthless unsolicited opinion and as I stated "a guy wants what he wants"

 

[Old and grumpy]

Good point. I have a North American Arms Mini revolver. Guys always want to put monster grips on them. Defeats the point of small.

 

[Joe Chartreuse]

Good point. I have a North American Arms Mini revolver. Guys always want to put monster grips on them. Defeats the point of small.

Always been a fan as well! Solid, well made firearm!

 

[DEG1]

It's a pocket, get off me pistol. Definitely no snagging rds belongs on it.

 

[Kevin]

I don't have this gun. But I do have a 1911 with a similar way of attaching a red dot. I don't have a sight pusher, so I paid a gunsmith.

First you remove the rear sight. The optic's plate slides into the dovetail and then the red dot is mounted onto the plate.

It's worked very well, and is extremely solid.

The 1911 is a 9mm and the red dot is a Trijicon RMR. I'm happy with the setup.

My only complaint is there is the slightest gap between the slide and the plate. It's only noticeable looking directly sideways at the gun. But still, it doesn't mount exactly flush.

I understand what others are saying about the 380 needing a red dot, but if it makes you a better shooter, then go for it!

 

[bowzette]

I don't have this gun. But I do have a 1911 with a similar way of attaching a red dot. I don't have a sight pusher, so I paid a gunsmith.

First you remove the rear sight. The optic's plate slides into the dovetail and then the red dot is mounted onto the plate.

It's worked very well, and is extremely solid.

The 1911 is a 9mm and the red dot is a Trijicon RMR. I'm happy with the setup.

My only complaint is there is the slightest gap between the slide and the plate. It's only noticeable looking directly sideways at the gun. But still, it doesn't mount exactly flush.

I understand what others are saying about the 380 needing a red dot, but if it makes you a better shooter, then go for it!

My questioning the use of a Dot on a LCP Max isn't because it is a ".380" caliber, but it is designed as a pocket pistol. If it is to be a holstered belt pistol I see no issue. But ymmv