The Kinetic Development Group Sidelok Universal Pic Riser (Short) is a 5-slot Picatinny rail riser that lifts your optics exactly 0.625 inches for perfect sight alignment. It solves the headache of slow, unreliable mounting systems that require tools or inconsistent manual tightening. By using a tool-less, push-button cam-lock, it removes the guesswork and downtime from your setup, ensuring a rock-solid mount every time you hit the range.
The real edge comes from the Triple-Level Locking Mechanism. Instead of relying on basic friction or how hard you can turn a screw, this system uses internal geometry to fight off recoil-induced shift. Distributing force across multiple contact points, it prevents the optic from wandering left or right. You get a consistent, repeatable interface that holds its zero regardless of how many times you take it off or how hard you run your gear.
Built from CNC-machined 6061-T6 aluminum with a hardcoat finish, this riser handles constant use without wearing down. The 0.625-inch lift is the "sweet spot" for aligning magnifiers and red dots, while the Sidelok QD system lets you swap gear in seconds without ever losing your zero.
Key Features
- Triple-Level Locking Mechanism + Multi-point internal engagement geometry = Eliminates mount shift under recoil
- Sidelok Tool-less QD System + Push-button cam-lock interface = Rapid attachment without tools or torque variance
- 0.625" Elevation Height + Standardized optic alignment offset = Improved sight picture and co-witness compatibility
- 5-Slot Picatinny Rail + 2.25" mounting surface = Flexible positioning for optics and accessories
Technical Specifications
- Product Name: Kinetic Development Group Sidelok Universal Pic Riser – Short
- SKU: SID5-050
- Elevation Height: 0.625 inches (15.8 mm)
- Rail Length: 2.25 inches
- Rail Slots: 5-slot Picatinny
- Weight: 2.4 oz
- Material: 6061-T6 aluminum
- Manufacturing Process: CNC-machined
- Finish: Type III hardcoat anodized
- Color: Black
- Mounting System: Tool-less Sidelok QD cam-lock
- Locking Mechanism: Triple-level mechanical engagement
- Compatibility: MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rails
- Made in the USA
When mounting reliability and repeatability matter, choose a system engineered for mechanical certainty. Get the Kinetic Development Group Sidelok Universal Pic Riser – Short from SMKW, your trusted source for precision-grade mounting solutions.