Best Optic for the Springfield Echelon

The Springfield Echelon is a modular double stack handgun developed for multi role use including competitive shooting, Concealed Carry & More. The Echelon features a FCU (Fire Control Unit), opening the door to unlimited slide & grip combinations. The unique optic mounting system designated as the VIS (Variable Interface System) is comaptible with almost all footprints in the industry.

Holosun EPS & EPS Carry

A modified RMSc & RMS enclosed optic known for it’s reliability and reticle options. To mount this optic you will choose between 3 mounting options available. We recommend the C&H plate because it maximizes recoil boss engagement & has the best fitment by filling in any gaps left by the optic cut.

Will work with the RMR adapter included with the standard sized EPS series.

Allows you to Direct mount any EPS using the front two pins only

The most reliable Option

EPS Core

Ideal budget option for every day carry.

EPS Carry

Ideal for Compact Echelon builds designed for every day carry.

EPS Standard

Ideal Middle ground features a wider footprint for a more duty oriented use.

407k & 507k Series

A modified RMSc open emitter optic known for their low drag design & easy concealability. To mount this optic you will want to pair the adapter plate included in this list with your choice of Holosun K optic! You May also direct mount this unit by using only the front two pins in Pin Set 3.

Allows you to Direct mount any EPS using the front two pins only

The most reliable option.

407C / 507C / 508T / 507 COMP Series

Holosun’s RMR open emitter optics are feature packed with a robust design & easy concealability. To mount this optic you will want to pair the adapter plate included in this list with your choice of Holosun optic! You May also direct mount this unit by using only the front two pins in Pin Set 1.

Will work with the RMR adapter included with the standard sized EPS series.

Pros: 

  1. Proven and reliable design 
  2. Large Windows- Largest Windows
  3. Large Reticle Selection on COMP series

Cons:

  1. Open Emitter

509T Series

The Holosun 509T is a titanium chassis enclosed reflex red dot with a variety of color and reticle options. This optic is built like a tank and performs flawlessly in the most demanding situations. To mount this optic you will want to pair the adapter plate included in this list with your choice of Holosun 509T optic! You May also  mount this unit by using Pin Set 1 & the RMR adapter included with the 509T’s.

Pros: 

  1. Proven and reliable design 
  2. Enclosed Emitter
  3. Titanium Chassis

Cons:

  1. High Deck Height
  2. No Direct Mount

SCS 320

The Holosun SCS P320 is a enclosed battery free dedicated solar optic based on the Delta Point Pro (DPP) Footprint. To mount this optic you will want to pair the adapter plate included in this list, you may also direct mount this unit by using Pin Set 2.

Pros: 

  1. Proven and reliable design 
  2. Enclosed Emitter
  3. Direct Mount Capable

Cons:

  1. No Battery Swap requires Light to charge
  2. Limited Brightness Settings

Flush fit into the "Optic Cut" no plate required.

Steinr MPS

Steiner MPS is a premium & underrated enclosed Optic that features excellent glass quality on a acro footprint. 

Pros: 

  1. Proven and reliable design 
  2. Enclosed Emitter
  3. Best in Class Glass

Cons:

  1. No Direct Mount

Will work with the RMR adapter included with the standard sized EPS series.

Trijicon Compatible RMR 

Deploy the crisp & high quality Trijicon red dots in the RMR footprint for your Echelon slides. You may pair these with the C&H Precision plate listed or use Pin Set 1.

Pros: 

  1. Proven and reliable design 
  2. Enclosed Emitter (RCR Only)
  3. Best in class

Cons:

  1. Premium Price
  2. Open Emitter

Will work with the RMR adapter included with the standard sized EPS series.

Sig Sauer Compatible DPP/R1P Optics

Compact Sig Sauer Electro Optics for direct fitting using Pin Set 2. These Optics come in with a wide choice reticles, window sizes and modularity. All Sig Sauer Optics are backed by their Unlimited Lifetime Guarantee

Flush fit into the "Optic Cut" no plate required.

Pros:  

  1. Enclosed Emitter
  2. Direct Mount Capable

Cons:

  1. Premium Price

Pros:  

  1. Direct Mount Capable

Cons:

  1. Open Emitter

Sig Sauer Compatible RMSc Optics

Micro Electro Optics that can fit on Pin Set 3. Ideal for compact carry builds.

For Direct Mount

Eotech EFLX

Eotech’s foray into the micro optic world brings clear glass and a wide field of view from a trust name.

 

Flush fit into the “Optic Cut” no plate required.

Viridian Compatible RMSc Optics

Compact & affordable optics with brilliant green reticles, these units can be mounted with Pin Set 3

For Direct Mount

Viridian Compatible RMR Optics

Brilliant green reticles un durable bodies made in the USA, Direct mount with Pin Set 1. You can additionally use the ACRO adapter purpose built for the echelon to get a even better fit.

Works for Direct Mount & Acro Adapter Mounting

Shield Sights

Shield Sights pioneered the Shield RMS & RMSc footprint allow a wide selection of both polymer & aluminum body optics that mount directly and allow for co-witness. The Difference between the RMS & RMSc footprint is the width while units that start with a “S” designation mean they sport a polymer chassis vs a aluminum one. 

For Direct Mount

Final considerations for the Springfield Echelon

 
This selection is a comprehensive selection of almost all optics that will mount with minimal overhang & slim profile. If you are new to the Red dots and Micro Optics for handguns please read our Optics Primer at the bottom dropdown of this page.

 

Contact us for pricing on Optics not already marked down for sale! We price match/price beat if you have a quote reach out to us.

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