New for 2026, Aimpoint is announcing a significant expansion of its COA pistol red dot sight through a growing network of OEM partners: the COA optic will offered as a factory-installed package on numerous new pistols from multiple brands, with pistols shipping directly from manufacturers equipped with the optic via Aimpoint’s integrated A-CUT interface.

Aimpoint has licensed the use of the A-CUT with major firearm and accessory manufacturers, including many of the most prominent handgun manufacturers in the market, although the company keeps tight-lipped about the exact number of manufacturers that have reached such deal and, most importantly, the names of such industry players.

Many factory-installed pistol and COA combinations are planned throughout the year, reinforcing Aimpoint’s objective to establish A-CUT as the industry standard for optic mounting on pistols and the COA as the new standard for service and defensive pistol red dot sights. By offering a direct-mount solution engineered specifically for duty-grade performance, the A-CUT system delivers enhanced durability, consistency, and performance for professional and civilian end users alike.

The A-CUT slide-integrated mounting interface mechanically locks the optic in place, stabilizing it in all directions and eliminating movement under recoil.

This mechanically locked interface removes the shear forces normally placed on screws in traditional optic mounts.

By utilizing a front hook and rear locking wedge and enabling a low-profile installation, A-CUT ensures consistent alignment, durability, and co-witness capability.

In addition to factory-installed OEM packages, COA will also be available as a standalone pistol sight; for this purpose, Aimpoint is rolling out a licensing program for professional gunsmiths who want to qualify to mill A-CUT guides on existing handguns.