Description
The Athlon Optics Talos EDC 3 MOA Red Dot is made for today’s subcompact carry pistols. It uses a low profile composite housing and the RMSc footprint, so it fits guns like the SIG P365, Springfield Hellcat and Glock 43 MOS with the right slide cut or plate, and it adds almost no weight to the gun.
Athlon Optics Talos EDC 3 MOA Red Dot Overview
Athlon catalogs the Talos EDC as part 405001. It weighs about 0.36 ounces, is about 1.61 inches long and has a 22 x 16mm lens. The center height is listed at 0.96 inches, which keeps the dot low over the slide so it is easy to find on the draw. The lens is fully multi-coated for a clear view with true color, and the 3 MOA red dot is a good middle ground between speed up close and precision at longer pistol distances.
Battery Life
One CR2032 battery powers the sight, and Athlon rates battery life at up to 50,000 hours at a medium brightness setting. That means you can leave it on and simply swap the battery once a year as part of your carry gun maintenance.
Composite Housing
The composite housing is the reason the Talos EDC is so light. On a small carry gun every fraction of an ounce counts, and a light optic also helps the slide cycle the same way it did before you added a dot. If you want an aluminum housing in the same size, look at the Midas EDC.
Mounting
Mount the Talos EDC directly to an RMSc cut slide or a matching plate. Use the screws made for your slide, a small drop of thread locker and the correct torque. After mounting, check that the optic does not touch the rear sight or the slide and that the slide still locks back and cycles freely.
Lifetime Warranty
Athlon backs its optics with the Gold Medal Lifetime Warranty, which is transferable and does not require a receipt. That is a strong safety net for an affordable carry optic.
Talos EDC vs Midas EDC
Both sights share the RMSc footprint and a 3 MOA dot. The Talos EDC saves weight with its composite housing and is the budget pick, while the Midas EDC uses aluminum for owners who want a tougher shell for hard daily use. Either one is a solid first red dot for a concealed carry pistol.
Carry and Holster Fit
Because the Talos EDC is so small, most holster makers that cut for micro red dots will fit it. Check that your holster has an optic cut and enough room at the sight channel before you carry. Practice your draw at home with an unloaded gun until the dot shows up in the window every time.
Zeroing Tips
Most pistol shooters zero a red dot at 15 to 25 yards. Start close to get on paper, then move back and adjust. Fire groups of three to five shots before each change, and confirm zero with the ammunition you plan to carry.
Battery Care
Replace the battery once a year on a defensive gun, even if the dot still looks fine, and keep a spare in your range bag. Wipe the lens with a soft cloth or lens pen, not a shirt tail, to keep the coatings clean. If the dot seems dim or flickers, check the battery and contacts first.
Specifications
- Brand: Athlon Optics
- Model: Talos EDC, part 405001
- UPC: 813869022591
- Reticle: 3 MOA red dot
- Magnification: 1x
- Lens: 22 x 16mm
- Footprint: RMSc
- Battery: CR2032, up to 50,000 hours at medium setting
- Weight: about 0.36 oz
- Length: about 1.61 in
- Center height: 0.96 in
- Housing: composite
Before You Buy
Optics do not require an FFL transfer. Confirm your slide cut or optic plate matches the RMSc footprint before you order. Note: the Talos EDC Pro (405002) is a different model; this listing is the standard Talos EDC, part 405001.
Who It Is For
The Athlon Optics Talos EDC 3 MOA Red Dot is a great fit for concealed carry shooters with a P365, Hellcat, G43 MOS or other RMSc cut pistol who want a very light micro red dot at a fair price.
Buy the Athlon Optics Talos EDC 3 MOA Red Dot at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned shop in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Optics do not require an FFL transfer, so the Athlon Optics Talos EDC 3 MOA Red Dot ships straight to your door. Browse our full selection of red dot sights for more optics. For factory details, visit Athlon Optics.
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