Description
Tiny carry pistols have always come with a trade-off: the smaller the gun, the harder the sights are to use. Smith & Wesson tackled that head-on by shipping this Bodyguard 2.0 with the Viridian RFX1 green dot reflex sight installed at the factory. No milling, no adapter plates, no wrestling a stubborn rear sight out of the dovetail yourself. It comes ready to zero and carry.
The RFX1 Was Built for This Gun, Not Borrowed From Another
The RFX1 is the only optic designed specifically around the Bodyguard 2.0, and it shows. The machined 6061 aluminum housing follows the slide serrations and contours so it looks like part of the pistol rather than something bolted on top. It weighs about half an ounce and measures just 0.81 inches wide, so it adds essentially nothing to the carry footprint. The 3 MOA green dot rides behind fully multi-coated glass, an ambient light sensor handles brightness automatically, and INSTANT-ON activation wakes the optic the moment the gun moves. A single CR1632 battery runs it for up to 30,000 hours, and IPX4 water resistance means a little weather is no concern.
Bodyguard 2.0 Fundamentals That Made It a Favorite
Underneath the optic sits the pistol that reset expectations for micro .380s. The 2.75 inch barrel and stainless steel slide with Armornite finish keep corrosion at bay, while the enhanced grip texture and refined frame shape make this one of the most comfortable small .380s to run at the range. The striker-fired action pairs with a flat-face trigger that breaks cleaner than you would expect from a gun this size, and the reversible magazine release works for lefties too. This version adds a manual thumb safety for folks who prefer that extra step, and it feeds from two included 10-round magazines for 10+1 on board.
For pocket carry, deep concealment, or a lightweight backup, this setup gives you dot-equipped speed without giving up the slim profile that makes a micro pistol worth carrying in the first place.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
- Model: Bodyguard 2.0 w/ Viridian RFX1
- Manufacturer Part Number: 14787
- UPC: 022188907162
- Caliber: .380 Auto
- Action: Striker-Fired Semi-Auto
- Barrel Length: 2.75 in
- Capacity: 10+1
- Magazines: 2 x 10-Round
- Safety: Manual Thumb Safety
- Slide: Stainless Steel, Armornite Finish
- Frame: Black Polymer
- Optic: Viridian RFX1 3 MOA Green Dot, Factory Installed
- Optic Battery: CR1632, Up to 30,000 Hours
- Optic Weight: 0.53 oz
What’s Included
- S&W Bodyguard 2.0 pistol with Viridian RFX1 green dot factory installed
- 2 x 10-round magazines
- Optic adjustment tools
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the RFX1 green dot come installed on this Bodyguard 2.0, or do I have to mount it myself?
It ships with the RFX1 already mounted at the factory, which is a bigger deal than it sounds. The optic installs through the rear sight dovetail, and that factory rear sight is famously tight, so having Smith & Wesson handle it means you skip the sight pusher entirely. Just confirm your zero at the range and you are good to go.
Do I need to turn the optic on before carrying?
No. The RFX1 uses Viridian's INSTANT-ON motion activation, so the dot lights up the moment the pistol moves and shuts off after sitting still to save battery. An ambient light sensor also adjusts brightness automatically. The CR1632 battery is rated for up to 30,000 hours, so battery swaps are a rare event.
Does the optic make the Bodyguard 2.0 harder to conceal?
Barely. The RFX1 weighs about half an ounce, measures only 0.81 inches wide, and its housing is contoured to match the slide, so the gun keeps its slim, pocketable profile. You will want a holster cut to clear the optic, and several makers now offer Bodyguard 2.0 holsters made specifically for the RFX1 setup.
How is this different from the standard Bodyguard 2.0?
Three things set this SKU apart: the factory-installed Viridian RFX1 green dot, a manual thumb safety, and two 10-round magazines instead of the 10 and 12 round combo found on some versions. The core pistol is the same, with the 2.75 inch barrel, flat-face trigger, and Armornite-finished stainless slide that made the Bodyguard 2.0 popular.





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