642 Laser Question

[tekoy]

Looking to get a Laser for my 642. Which ones do people prefer Crimson Trace LG-405, LG-105, or Laser Max J-Max.

[Kanewpadle]

That question has been asked here before. I believe the general concensus was Crimson Trace.

Crimson Trace product and service is the best.

[JayDubya]

You did not list the LG-305 grips, which you should also consider. I have some questions designed to help you choose which set to get.

First question: do you plan to carry it, and how? If in a pocket holster, what kind of pants would you be wearing? With jeans, the 105 and 405 grips would be a better choice for concealment, but with slacks the 305s would be fine. I purchased my 637 with that model eight years ago, when it was all that Crimson Trace provided.

Second question: do you mind if your pinky is left hanging out in space? With the 105 and 405 grips, that is what most people get. The 305 grips have a place for my pinky, and probably yours as well.

Third question: how well can you deal with the big time recoil that Airweights (and certainly Airlites!) are famous for? With the 305 grips and range ammo, I am finished after about twenty rounds. Any more than that, I will create, and pop, a blister on the web of my hand. With the +p ammo that is normally in my 637, I am finished after ten rounds. I have seriously considered replacing my 305 grips with the 405s, because they have a shock absorber high up on the back strap, right where I get those blisters. I haven't done this because I want my pinky on the grip. As for the 105 grips, they are made of almost metallic polystuff that will kick like a mule, and with your pinky hanging out in space you would have difficulty regaining control for a second shot.

As far as I am concerned, your Crimson Trace choices are the LG-305 and LG-405 grips, depending on how you answered my questions, above. As for the other brand you mentioned, I have no experience. But I am so sold on Crimson Trace laser grips that I have them on three handguns. And I would not consider buying a handgun that Crimson Trace did not provide a set of grips for. I hope this helps.

Cordially, Jack

[JohnK]

I totally agree with Jack.

I have the 105's on my 642, and yes, it hurts like all heck when I fire it.

Plan on replacing them with 405's this year, and move the 105 to my 317.

I don't work with any student, without recommending the Crimson Trace grips, a real asset. It'll teach a new shooter trigger control in minutes.

[safearm]

I have the 405s on my 940. I think they are the best compromise between concealment and capability.

[InTheWoods]

I sold my 305s to bet 405s. Since I pocket carry, the choice was logical. They are quite comfortable to shoot with.

[DaveB57]

Originally Posted by InTheWoods

I sold my 305s to bet 405s. Since I pocket carry, the choice was logical. They are quite comfortable to shoot with.

I did the same (switched from 305's to 405's)...& the little finger on the grip (to me) is meaningless. Shoot any of your carry revolvers with a limp little finger...you may shoot better.

Dave



Come to think of it...got more smiles from the ladies w\ the 305's....what to do

[Dale53]

I pocket carry and MUCH prefer the back strap covered and the grip extension below the grip with my CT 305's. I get great control with these grips and I shoot better. I have relatively large hands.

I have NO problem concealing them in my pants pocket with a Mika pocket holster. I wear khaki's for general wear (Dockers work fine for me).

FWIW
Dale53

[WC145]

I've got LG-105's on my 360J and they're perfect. They're small and help with "concealability", but still fill my hand, plus they look good and don't hang on fabric. IMO, they don't feel any different than shooting with wood grips.

[tekoy]

Thank you to everyone for taking the time to reply. I'll be purchasing the lg-405 this week.