EGW Optima/JP Mount for GI 1911

• Rear-sight replacement design: This mount installs in place of the factory rear sight, giving a GI 1911 a red-dot interface without permanent slide machining and making the pistol easier to return to its original configuration later.
• Shield RMS/SMS footprint: The mount is cut for Shield RMS/SMS-pattern optics, providing a direct, compact mounting surface that keeps the sight low over the slide for faster dot pickup.
• Aluminium construction: The aluminium body keeps added weight low while still providing the rigidity needed for a stable optic platform on a reciprocating pistol slide.
• 0 MOA alignment: A flat 0 MOA mounting angle suits close- to medium-distance handgun use, keeping the optic in a straightforward zeroing range for practical shooting applications.
• Made in the USA: US manufacture is a strong fit for shooters looking for a precisely machined handgun optic mount from a specialist known for firearm parts and mounting solutions.

About the EGW Red Dot Sight Mounts Series

EGW Red Dot Sight Mounts are built around a simple idea: add a pistol optic in a way that matches the handgun and the optic footprint instead of forcing a one-size-fits-all solution. In EGW's catalog, the series covers firearm-specific mounts for a wide range of pistols, including 1911 variants, Glock models and CZ Shadow 2 optics-ready pistols. A key characteristic of the line is the use of dovetail replacement mounts that take the place of the factory rear sight, allowing an optic to be fitted without permanent slide machining on compatible handguns.

Within the series, EGW offers mounts for different optic standards, including Docter/Noblex-pattern sights and other popular compact red-dot footprints. The design philosophy is practical rather than universal: each mount is tailored to a particular slide cut or pistol family so the optic sits low and the installation remains clean. Across the range, the mounts are associated with 7075 aluminum construction and a matte black hardcoat finish, giving them the strength and surface durability expected from a working handgun mount while keeping bulk to a minimum.

About the EGW Optima/JP Mount for GI 1911

The EGW Optima/JP Mount for GI 1911 is a fixed handgun optic mount made for shooters who want to fit a compact red dot to a GI 1911 while preserving the slide from permanent modification. By replacing the factory rear sight, it creates a straightforward path to adding a modern reflex sight to a classic pistol format. That makes it especially relevant for range pistols, practical shooting setups and custom 1911 builds where a low-mounted optic is preferred over a taller adapter arrangement.

This model uses the Shield RMS/SMS mounting standard, which suits slim, compact pistol optics and helps keep the sight close to the bore line. In practical use, that lower mounting position can make the dot easier to acquire during presentation and can help the pistol retain a cleaner overall profile. The 0 MOA inclination is appropriate for handgun distances, keeping the optic aligned for conventional zeroing rather than pushing the setup toward specialized long-range compensation.

Its aluminium construction keeps the mount light enough for slide-mounted use while still providing the stiffness needed for repeatable optic support. The 40.00 mm overall length reflects the compact nature of the design, which is intended to do one job cleanly: provide a stable interface between a GI-pattern 1911 slide and a micro red dot without unnecessary bulk.

About EGW

Evolution Gun Works, commonly known as EGW, was founded by George Smith in 1991. The company began as a gunsmithing shop in Doylestown, Pennsylvania and later established itself in Quakertown, Pennsylvania, United States. EGW focuses on the design and manufacture of firearm parts and accessories, with product lines that include scope mounts, scope rings, red dot mounts and a broad range of rifle and AR components.

The company is also well known for parts for 1911 pistols, which makes it particularly relevant in the handgun-mount category. That background shows in products like its red-dot mounting plates and sight-replacement mounts, where fit to specific slide cuts and firearm platforms matters as much as the optic interface itself. EGW's reputation in this segment comes from practical, firearm-specific mounting solutions rather than generic adapters.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: EGW
• Series: EGW Red Dot Sight Mounts
• Made in: USA
• Mounting standard: Shield RMS/SMS
• Inclination: 0 MOA
• Material: Aluminium
• Color: Black - Matte
• Length: 40.00 mm

Warranty

EGW covers this mount with a 2-year warranty.