Red Dot Sight Mount for Smith and Wesson (S&W) Model 52 (fits EGW, Burris FastFire and Docter) Reviews

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Smith & Wesson Model 52 Red Dot Mount | Fits Vortex Venom, Viper, Burris FastFire & Docter
Quick Check: Press fit rear sight replacement optic mount for the Smith & Wesson Model 52. Fits: Smith & Wesson Model 52Footprint: Docter / Vortex / Burris FastFireMaterial: 7075 AluminumImportant: Does NOT fit Smith & Wesson Model 41.
The EGW red dot sight mount adapter plate for the Smith & Wesson Model 52 allows you to mount a Vortex Venom, Vortex Viper, Burris FastFire, Docter, or compatible red dot sight directly to your pistol without permanently modifying the slide. This rear sight replacement mount installs into the factory rear sight dovetail, creating a secure and low-profile optic mounting solution for bullseye shooting, target shooting, range use, and precision handgun applications.
Machined in the USA from durable 7075 aluminum and finished with matte black hardcoat anodizing, this EGW optic mount is built to handle repeated use while maintaining a clean, direct-fit setup. Unlike bulky rail adapters, this dovetail mounting system keeps the red dot lower to the slide for faster sight acquisition and a more streamlined profile.
Our red dot mounts are designed to install from left to right with the muzzle facing forward. The dovetail features a progressive taper to allow for easier installation and proper fitment.
Due to manufacturing tolerances between firearms, minor fitting may be required.
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
This Mount Fits:
Smith & Wesson Model 52
This Mount Does NOT Fit:
Smith & Wesson Model 41
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
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
Installation Instructions
Remove the factory rear sight
Install the EGW Sight Mount in the dovetail
Tighten set screw if applicable
Place the red dot sight on the EGW mount
Apply blue Loctite to the provided mounting screws
Torque mounting screws to 15 in/lbs
The screws included with this mount require a 5/64" Allen wrench for installation.
Why Choose This Smith & Wesson Model 52 Red Dot Mount?
No permanent slide modification required
Low-profile rear sight replacement design
Designed specifically for the Smith & Wesson Model 52
Precision machined from 7075 aluminum
Compatible with popular Docter footprint optics
Made in the USA by EGW
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.

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“The mount did not fit my model 52. The dovetail on the mount was too wide at the base by a few thousands. I really hoped it would.”

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Posted 7 months ago

“So glad you make a mount for this iconic firearm. I love having modern optics on this gun. It will be become my weekly bullseye gun next week. I have 3 other mounts from you. Keep up the great products.”

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Posted 2 years ago

“Had not planned on needing this, but the M52 I'd purchased had it's rear sight rendered adjustable for elevation only by a prior idiot whose skill and knowledge level were not up to whatever it was he was trying to do. Would not have thought of a red dot to give me a viable sighting system, but EGW had the solution. The piece is well finished, the dovetail oversize as has been every sight dovetail I've ever worked with- though I'd seen some complaints about this, clearly the best fit is obtained by fitting the mount to YOUR gun. Enough on that. Installs as it should, holds the Vortex Red Dot just fine. Well made, EGW!”

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Posted 2 years ago

“The mount is built well, took a bit of fitment to go into factory dove tail which is expected. No problem mounting a Vortex Venom to it. The problem is it required a 1 degree shim to get it sighted in at 25 yards. Probably more to how gun is built vs the mount.”

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Posted 3 years ago

“I had to file to make it fit but it works great”

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Posted 3 years ago

“I assumed that the sight mount would fit like the iron sights that they replace. The iron sights slide out easy with finger pressure after loosening a set screw. Since I saw a set screw on the EGW sight base, I thought it would fit the same. As it turned out, The EGW set screw is in the wrong place to register in the depression on the slide. Also, the fit of the base in the dovetail cut is TIGHT. I had to sand the bottom till all the surface coating was gone. Then I was able to drive the base in with a plastic faced hammer. It is a typical install for the EGW base but I had hoped for something easier to install and remove so I could change from dot sight to irons easily. I probably will not be shooting the 52 with irons with this setup but that is on me for not checking first. Otherwise, the mount is solid and just using eyeball centering, was shooting in the 6 ring at 4 o'clock. A few clicks and 5 shots later we were in the 10. As always, the sight to mount fit was perfect for my Vortex red dot. This is my 3rd EGW sight base and they are always well made and require very little fitting. About 10 minutes all told and worth it for a very solid mount.”

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Posted 3 years ago

“Had to do a bit of filing... the dovetail base was just a tad large.... but after filing a bit off, it fit nice and tight!!!!”

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Posted 3 years ago

“First the good. The mount arrived quickly and in good condition. It is machined very well and fit my vortex venom perfectly. Now the bad: it did not come with instructions. I have installed these before so it was not a big deal except they don’t tell you that the part is tapered and it must go in from the left side. That information is on their website. I looked at some Internet videos and they were conflicting. The second problem was that the front and back of the mount interfered with the top of the slide. I talked to the EGW tech support and he said that it was a tolerance issue. Some of the slides have deeper dovetail cuts and this can happen. I solve the problem by milling .010” off of the underside the front and rear of the mount. If the mount was designed.010” taller this would not have been an issue.”

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Posted 4 years ago