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Desert Eagle Pre 2017 Red Dot Mount | Fits Vortex Venom, Viper, Burris FastFire & Docter
Quick Check: Rear sight replacement optic mount for Pre 2017 Desert Eagle pistols.
Fits: Desert Eagle Pre 2017
Footprint: Docter / Vortex / Burris FastFire
Material: 7075 Aluminum
Important: Does NOT fit Post 2017 Desert Eagle or Baby Desert Eagle Post 2006 models.
The EGW red dot sight mount for the Desert Eagle Pre 2017 installs in place of the factory rear sight and provides a low-profile mounting solution for optics using the Docter / Vortex / Burris FastFire footprint.
This mount allows you to install optics like the Vortex Venom (Open Emitter), Vortex Viper, Burris FastFire, Viridian RFX25, and other compatible micro red dots without permanent slide modification.
Our red dot mounts are designed to install from left to right with the muzzle facing forward. The dovetail uses a progressive taper for easier installation and secure fitment.
Important Desert Eagle Fitment Information
This mount fits:
This mount does NOT fit:
- Desert Eagle Post 2017
- Baby Desert Eagle Post 2006
Please take note of the Pre 2017 and Post 2017 differences when placing your order:
- Pre 2017 rear shelf behind the dovetail: .187"
- Post 2017 rear shelf behind the dovetail: .120"
Minor fitment may be required. Due to manufacturing tolerances between firearms, minor fitting may be required for proper installation.
Learn more about optic footprints: RMR vs Docter vs RMSc Footprints Guide
Technical Specifications
- Material: 7075 Aluminum
- Coating: Matte Black Hardcoat
- Overall Length: 1.811"
- Overall Width: .99"
- Torque Specs: 15 in/lbs
- Made in USA
Compatible Red Dots
- Viridian RFX25
- Vortex Viper
- Vortex Venom (Open Emitter)
- Burris FastFire
- Burris FastFire 2
- Burris FastFire 3
- Burris FastFire 4
- Docter
- ADE RD3-001
- ADE RD3-002
- ADE RD3-009
- UTG Reflex Micro Dot
- Crimson Trace CTS-1200
- Crimson Trace CTS-1300
- Sightmark Mini Shot
- Cuda RX-795
Mounting Hardware Included
- (2) 6-32 x 3/8 Flat Head Cap Screws
- (1) 6-32 x 3/16 Cup Point Set Screw
- (2) 6-32 x 5/16 Button Head Screws
Installation Notes
- Remove the factory rear sight
- Install the EGW mount into the dovetail from left to right with the muzzle facing forward
- Tighten set screw if applicable
- Place the optic onto the EGW mount
- Apply blue Loctite to the optic mounting screws
- Torque optic mounting screws to 15 in/lbs
Why Choose This Desert Eagle Pre 2017 Red Dot Mount?
- ✔ No permanent slide modification required
- ✔ Low-profile rear sight replacement design
- ✔ Designed specifically for Pre 2017 Desert Eagle pistols
- ✔ Compatible with popular Docter footprint optics
- ✔ Precision machined from durable 7075 aluminum
- ✔ Proudly made in the USA by EGW
WE RECOMMEND THIS PLATE BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED AND COMPETENT GUNSMITH.
Modification of your firearm may nullify the manufacturer's warranty.
This product should be installed and checked by a qualified gunsmith.
No liability is expressed or implied for damage or injury which may result from improper installation or use of this product.
Click here to see a video from Vortex on how to install our red dot base on a slide.
Warning: This product may contain trace amounts of lead. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Alt Description:
- Vortex Venom on Desert Eagle
- Desert Eagle red dot mount
- Desert Eagle Pre 2017 optic mount
- Desert Eagle Vortex Venom mount
