We are now in a world where shooters want to put a red dot on anything and everything—regardless of whether it’s meant to have one (and yes, I’m one of those people). Regardless of your thoughts on this, the industry is responding. The latest to do so is Ruger, with the ReadyDot system for the LCP Max pistol.
SPECS
The Ruger ReadyDot is designed to be an accessible, easy-to-use micro reflex sight system for the small, subcompact pistol.
The standard specs are as follows:
- Model(s): Ruger LXP Max ReadyDot #13758
- Action: Hammer-fired, DAO
- Grip: Black, High-Performance, Glass-Filled Nylon
- Caliber: .380 ACP
- Capacity: 10+1
- Sights: Tritium, White Outline Front, ReadyDot Rear
- Optic Cut: ReadyDot
- Magazines: 2 (1-10-rd., 1-12 rd.)
- Barrel Length: 2.80”
- Overall Length: 5.17”
- Slide Width: .75”
- Height: 4.52”
- Weight: 11 oz.
- Price: $449.00
FEATURES
Ruger has expanded the capabilities of its popular pocket pistol by introducing the Ruger ReadyDot for the LCP MAX. Designed to simplify the transition to red-dot shooting, the ReadyDot takes a different approach than most micro reflex sights on the market. Instead of relying on electronics and batteries, it uses a fiber-illuminated reticle engineered for battery-less operation at typical concealed-carry distances.
The sight’s profile and shape provide visual guidance that helps shooters acquire the dot quickly and stay on target, addressing one of the most common challenges new red-dot users face. Like other reflex sights, the ReadyDot allows shooters to keep both eyes open and focus on the target rather than shifting attention to the front sight, which promotes faster target acquisition.
One important note—the ReadyDot is not compatible with LCP MAX pistols that have a loaded-chamber indicator.
ZOOMING OUT
More options are always better. Not all encounters occur in good lighting, which makes me wonder how the battery-less optic will perform in low light. However, for shooters looking for an affordable option to train with a red dot, this might make sense.
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