Shield Sights’ original multi-optic footprint, shared by the RMS, SMS and RMSw sights. It predates the now-ubiquitous compact RMSc and remains its own pattern — don’t assume an RMSc-cut slide will accept an RMS. When in doubt, match the exact Shield model to the cut.
Shield RMS — Reflex Mini Sight (Shield Sights)
Also called Shield RMSSMSRMSworiginal Shield footprint
The Shield RMS footprint at a glance
- Mounting pattern
- Two mounting screws with locating posts
- Recoil location
- Locating posts (no RMR-style recoil lug)
- Optics on this footprint
- 3 listed below
Cross-compatibility
Often confused with the compact RMSc, but the original Shield RMS/SMS pattern is a distinct size — an optic or plate cut for one is not guaranteed to fit the other. Confirm whether your slide is cut for RMS or RMSc before ordering.
Recommended optics for the Shield RMS footprint
| Optic | Brand | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shield Sights RMS2 Glass Edition Reflex Mini 4MOA OD Green | Shield Sights | Pistol | |
| Shield Sights RMSW HD Heavy Dot Reflex Mini Sight Blem | Shield Sights | Pistol | |
| Shield Sights SMS2 Glass Edition Mini Sight 8MOA | Shield Sights | Pistol |
Always confirm the exact footprint against your slide cut or optic before buying a plate — manufacturers occasionally revise cuts.