At SHOT Show 2025, Glock and Aimpoint announced a limited-edition collaboration: the Glock x Aimpoint COA combo, featuring the new Aimpoint COA red dot optic mounted on select Glock 9mm pistols.
This setup is aimed at concealed carry users, combining Glock’s trusted pistol platform with Aimpoint’s reputation for durability and performance.
What Is the COA?
The Aimpoint COA optic is specifically designed for concealed carry. Its A-CUT™ interface mounts the optic lower into the slide compared to traditional setups, offering better durability and a lower profile.
Here’s what it brings to the table:
- Co-witness capability: The low mount allows the red dot to align with factory iron sights, eliminating the need for suppressor-height sights.
- Compact design: Despite a wide viewing window, the optic stays slim for practical carry.
- Ease of use: The design focuses on simplicity and quick target acquisition, especially for new red dot users.
Available Glock Models
The package is available on the following Glock 9mm pistols:
- G43X
- G48
- G19 Gen5
- G45
- G47
Performance and Practicality
On the range, the COA’s low-profile design makes it easier to find the dot quickly. It also works well with Glock’s factory sights for backup aiming.
The optic’s fully enclosed housing adds durability, while the 50,000-hour battery life ensures reliable operation without constant maintenance.
Key Details
- Limited availability: The Glock x Aimpoint COA package launches on January 20, 2025, and will only be available in limited quantities.
- Exclusivity: The Aimpoint COA optic is only available as part of this package and cannot be purchased separately.
Final Thoughts
The Glock x Aimpoint COA combo offers a practical solution for concealed carry users who want an integrated optic system right out of the box. However, the limited availability and lack of standalone purchase options may frustrate some shooters.
What do you think about this collaboration? Is it a must-have for Glock fanboys? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
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Glad I purchased the Glock 48 with the AimPoint sight when I did due to the fact that distribution is indeed very limited. Took it to the range yesterday and quickly zeroed the red dot. This pistol is a dream to shoot. The slim profile is greatly appreciated by those of us with smaller hands. If I should be fortunate enough to find another one of these rest assured it will be leaving the store quickly
Engaging, thought-provoking, and well-researched. I’ll be coming back to this one!
The video states that this has a 3.5MOA dot. This is too large for those of us who prefer a 2.0MOA dot. It is a very good concept, though, really common sense. Great article. Stay safe, everyone. j
Innovation in Glock world is putting a red dot on? When Glock can engineer a decent trigger like Walther and Canik have figured out—THAT will be innovation. I’ve owned Glocks from Gen 1 on and the triggers still suck.
Well, although a great innovative partnership, albeit for a limited time, gun owners in the USA’s most populated state, California, are still holding on to their Glock Gen-3 due to legislative mandates hoping for simple innovative developments.
I certainly hope the new AimPoint for Glock is a shake-awake model instead of offering only an on/off switch and that the battery replacement port is located conveniently topside to avoid removing the optic from the slide mount plate, due to bottom only access.
The co-witness attribute is an exciting positive innovation.
I like the idea of manufacturers doing collaborations, especially if the end result is better products and performance at a lower price point for the consumer. More companies should look at innovative ways to reach customers and get ahead of their competition.
Can the slide of my 43x be milled for this configuration and if who/where?
That Glock is nice. But, when are designers going to realize that there are other calibers besides 9mm? I carry a Glock 20. Guess I won’t be buying the Aimpoint sight.
Glock slaps a red dot on a gun and all of a sudden it’s innovative? Glocks are great, but they need to put a new design in their line up. Maybe an affordable PCC?