Welcome to Athena Precision

Trusted by Military, Law Enforcement, Pro Shooters and those who keep and bear arms!

USA machined red dot plates and firearm accessories. Established in 2012 in Salt Lake City, Utah The CNC Pros started as a modest family CAD/CAM business that has grown into a successful machine shop with a blend of work from prototypes, tool & die, all the way up to aerospace.

Athena Precision is our brand for exclusive firearm accessories with a focus on precision red dot mounting plates. What are your sights on!?

Veteran-Owned & Operated

FAQ

Why choose Athena Precision red dot plates over others? What makes Athena Precision the best optic plates available on the market?

Athena Precision hardened steel plates combine combat-grade strength, precision CNC machining, and extensive field testing to ensure maximum reliability. They’re trusted by professionals who can’t afford optic failure in competition, duty, or defensive scenarios. Athena Precision red dot adapter plates are NOT made from soft aluminum or even standard steel resulting in less rigidity risking your optics being off target.

What materials are Athena Precision plates made from?

Athena Precision plates are CNC-machined from hardened, heat-treated steel. This material provides superior strength, precise thread integrity, and unmatched durability compared to aluminum or standard steel.

Which optic footprints do Athena Precision plates support?

We support many popular optic footprints, including:

Are Athena Precision red dot plates compatible with different firearm models and optics?

Yes. Athena Precision provides red dot adapter plates for the most common firearm-optic combinations like Glock, Holosun, Sig Sauer, Trijicon, Smith & Wesson, Vortex, Staccato, FN, Aimpoint, Steiner, Heckler & Koch, and more. We offer a wide range of optic plates designed to fit various red dot sight brands and specific firearm models ensuring compatibility with your preferences. Use our Plate Finder Tool to quickly find the perfect fit for your specific firearm. We are always adding new red dot adapter plates and other firearm accessories.

How do Athena Precision plates maintain zero and ensure superior accuracy with its red dot mounting plates?

Our plates are engineered with tight CNC tolerances to ensure a perfect fit between the firearm slide and optic. Combined with hardened steel, this design locks the optic in place so it won’t ever move, guaranteeing consistent shot placement and enhanced shooting performance.

Can I install Athena Precision red dot plates myself?

Thanks to the user-friendly design and straightforward installation process, most shooters can easily install Athena Precision red dot adapter plates themselves using basic tools and following clear instructions.

Where are Athena Precision products made?

All Athena Precision Firearm accessories and components are engineered, manufactured, finished, and shipped from our facility in Salt Lake City, Utah that started as a small family machine shop in 2012. CNC Pros. We are a veteran-owned American company.

What warranty do you offer? What is Athena Precision's return policy?

At Athena Precision we stand behind our products! With commitment to delivering firearm accessories that are meticulously designed and crafted with the highest quality, if you ever have any issues, we are always happy to find a resolution. All Athena Precision products come with a lifetime warranty. If a part ever fails due to material or manufacturing defects, we replace it - no questions asked. Athena Precision will happily return/replace any defective parts if you ever have any issues! We accept returns on new, unused products within a reasonable period. Contact our support team for instructions.

How low do Athena Precision red dot plates sit?

Athena Precision red dot plates are known to sit lower than most on the market today, often being compared to a milled slide. The design and engineering, specifically the screw posts allow the optics to sit as low as possible. You can find the thickness for each plate in the product descriptions. 

Who uses Athena Precision products? Who is this for?

Our plates are trusted by law enforcement, military, competition shooters, and concealed carriers who demand reliability and precision from their optics.

  • Hardened Steel

    Hardened Steel

  • Precision Machined

    Precision Machined

  • Phosphate Finish

    Phosphate Finish

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Dealer Program
  • Veteran Owned Small Business
  • National Tooling & Machining Association

Why Choose Athena Precision

  • Red Dot Plates You Can Rely On

    Athena Precision builds CNC-machined optic mounting plates and firearm accessories designed to hold zero and take abuse, whether you’re running drills at the range or carrying every day. Each plate is crafted in the USA from hardened, heat-treated steel for unmatched strength and reliability.

  • Made for Real-World Use

    • Tight tolerances so your optic locks in solid - no wiggle, no shift.
    • Built to handle recoil from duty pistols, competition setups, and everyday carry.
    • Perfect fit for popular brands like GlockCZ, Vortex, Smith & Wesson, and more.
  • Compatible With Top Optics

    Find the right plate for leading footprints, including:

    • Holosun 509T and Holosun EPS
    • Delta Point Pro footprintRMR footprint, and others
    • Quickly match your firearm and optic with our Plate Finder Tool.
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  • Trusted by Shooters Who Demand the Best

    As a veteran-owned company, we know what failure in the field feels like - and we refuse to build anything that could let you down. Athena plates are trusted by law enforcement, competitors, and serious shooters who expect their gear to perform every single time.

  • Find Your Perfect Fit

    Not sure which plate you need?
    Use our Plate Finder Tool
     to find the right match for your firearm and optic in seconds.

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