{"id":658,"date":"2026-05-22T14:49:15","date_gmt":"2026-05-22T14:49:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vortexoptics.it.com\/?post_type=product&#038;p=658"},"modified":"2026-05-22T14:50:02","modified_gmt":"2026-05-22T14:50:02","slug":"vortex-defender-st-enclosed-solar-micro-red-dot","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/vortexoptics.it.com\/index.php\/product\/vortex-defender-st-enclosed-solar-micro-red-dot\/","title":{"rendered":"Vortex Defender-ST Enclosed Solar Micro Red Dot"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>About this product        <\/p>\n<p>Tough, adaptable, ready for anything\u2014the Defender-ST\u2122 Enclosed Solar Micro Red Dot gives you a no-quit edge on pistols, shotguns, and carbines. Its ultra-rugged, fully enclosed design protects the emitter against impact and the elements, keeping you on target in any condition. 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