When One of the Industry’s Top Publications Features Your Product, You Know You’re Doing Something Right
We’ve got some pretty exciting news to share with you all. Our Revolver Optic Conversion (ROC) was just featured in Issue 47 of Concealment Magazine by Recoil, and we couldn’t be more stoked about it.
If you’re not familiar with Concealment Magazine, it’s one of the most respected publications in the concealed carry world. So yeah, this is kind of a big deal for us.
Why We Built the ROC in the First Place
Here’s the thing about J-frame revolvers—they’re awesome carry guns. Reliable, compact, simple to operate. But let’s be honest: those tiny iron sights can be tough to use, especially in less-than-ideal lighting or if your eyes aren’t what they used to be.
For years, if you wanted to put a red dot on your J-frame, you were pretty much out of luck. Your options were limited to expensive custom gunsmithing that permanently modified your gun, or… well, that was basically it.
Now there’s a better way.
The ROC: Red Dots for Revolvers, No Gunsmith Required
The Revolver Optic Conversion is our answer to a problem that’s been bugging revolver enthusiasts for years. It’s a precision-machined mounting system that lets you install a micro red dot sight on your Smith & Wesson J-frame without any permanent modifications.
No drilling. No milling. No sending your gun off to a smith for weeks. Just a solid, reliable mounting platform that you can install yourself and remove whenever you want.
The best part? Your revolver goes back to 100% stock configuration if you ever decide to take the ROC off. It’s perfect whether you’re a collector who wants to preserve originality or just someone who likes having options.
What Makes It Work
We machine every ROC from aerospace-grade 7075-T6 aluminum—the same stuff used in aircraft and military applications. It’s incredibly strong but keeps the weight down, which matters when you’re talking about a carry gun. The Type II anodized finish gives you solid wear and corrosion resistance.
The system comes with everything you need: the main conversion bracket, precision side spacers, and all the mounting hardware. We offer it in two footprint options—RMRcc and RMSc—so you can run the most popular micro red dots on the market.
And yes, it works with the Phlster City Special holster, so you can actually carry your optic-equipped wheelgun concealed.
Why Red Dots on Revolvers Actually Make Sense
Look, we get it. There’s something beautifully simple about a revolver with iron sights. But there’s also something incredibly practical about having a bright, easy-to-acquire red dot when you need to make an accurate shot under stress.
Red dots give you:
- Way faster target acquisition (huge in a defensive situation)
- Better accuracy, especially at distance
- Improved visibility in low light
- An easier sight picture for those of us whose eyes aren’t getting any younger
If you carry a J-frame as a backup gun or EDC, these advantages are hard to ignore.
Designed, Engineered, and Built Right Here
Like everything we make, the ROC is designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA. We’re not just slapping our name on something made overseas—we control every step of the process to ensure you get a product that actually works and lasts.
Check It Out
We’re honored that Concealment Magazine recognized the ROC and what we’re trying to do with it. If you’ve been thinking about modernizing your J-frame without permanently modifying it, now’s a great time to check out what the ROC can do.
Head over to shieldarms.com/revolver-optic-conversion-roc to learn more, or swing by Recoil’s website to grab Issue 47 of Concealment Magazine.
Thanks for the continued support, everyone. We’ve got more cool stuff in the pipeline, so stay tuned.
Got questions about the ROC or want to see it in action? Drop us a line—we love hearing from you.