![]() Mounting the HEX Wasp to slim Springfield Armory pistols like the double-column Hellcat OSP and Hellcat RDP, or the single-stack XD-S Mod. These pistols both feature the Springfield Micro Footprint (compatible with the Shield RMSc) and match up to the HEX Wasp right out of the box. There is no need for gunsmithing or an adapter plate. This provides some serious advantages.įirst off, the fact that your Springfield OSP (optical sight pistol) arrives from the factory cut for optics saves you time and money. Quality doesn’t come cheap, and finding a good gunsmith to machine your pistol slide can be expensive and time consuming. Buying an OSP gun from Springfield Armory makes sense as it saves time and money that custom machining takes and guarantees it’s done right. When it comes to mounting the Wasp, the ability to mount directly to the slide you get with a Springfield Armory Hellcat OSP or XD-D Mod. No additional hardware, no plate and fewer screws. ![]() The result is fewer points of potential failure. The graduated dial mates with the 1.5mm hex key to make adjusting the Wasp’s windage and elevation an accurate affair. The omission of a mounting plate also lowers the optic closer to the slide. This makes the package more compact, more durable, and maybe most importantly, it allows the co-witnessing of the stock sights. Having my Hellcat RDP U-Dot sights as a back-up probably won’t be necessary, but it does make me feel more secure. The HEX Wasp has a short, succinct and well-written manual that is worth the read. One of the most important details included is the torque specifications for the Wasp’s mounting screws. Torque is a measurement of how much energy is used to tighten a fastener. ![]() Too loose, and your optic won’t stay mounted firmly. Too tight, and you will damage the screws, the threaded holes, or both. In the case of the HEX Wasp, the number is 15 inch-pounds. To measure the torque on small screws for mounting optics, I use a Wheeler F.A.T. This makes precisely measuring the torque very easy, and well worth the expense of the wrench. The WhereĪlthough Mounting the HEX Wasp on a Springfield makes a ton of sense, it isn’t your only option. The HEX Wasp is designed using the Springfield Micro Footprint (Shield RMSc-compatible). So, if you are looking to mount up the Wasp directly to the slide, you will need to have a Springfield Micro or Shield RMSc cut. A battery should last years in normal use. Nevertheless, I swap one out when I set my clocks for daylight saving time to keep Mr. Murphy at bay.įortunately, this format is becoming more and more common and widely accepted these days for small red dot optics on a carry gun. #SKYRIM SPECIAL EDITION HEX FIEND ARMORY MOD MANUAL#Ĭheck your optics-ready handguns manual for the specs on its optics cut, or check with your machinist to ensure they can replicate the necessary cut. Keep in mind that screw diameter, thread count, pitch and length all matter. ![]() Make sure that you have the right hardware to mount your HEX Wasp and always function-check your pistol before going live. If your pistol is cut for a different footprint, you may still be able to mount up a Wasp. You may be able to find a mounting plate to convert your pistol’s optics cut to a Springfield Micro footprint. ![]() If your gun isn’t cut for an optic and you want to give red dots a try, consider sliding a mounting plate into the rear sight dovetail. This can be a good way to try out the Red Dot Life to see if it’s for you without permanently modifying your pistol. I think of these plates as an easily reversible step on the way to a permanent solution. I don’t recommend a dovetail plate for serious use. #SKYRIM SPECIAL EDITION HEX FIEND ARMORY MOD MANUAL#. ![]()
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