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Considering CT lasergrip for my 40c
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Lee in Quartzsite
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All my carry guns have Crimson Trace lasers on them...wouldn't carry one without it. My M&P45c has a Rail Master because so far Crimson Trace does not make a laser grip for the Compact 45. I don't like the Rail Master because it needs to be turned on & off with the index finger rather than just a squeeze of the hand found in the grip models. It is my last choice for carry until they come out with a laser grip for it. I have Lasergrips on on my 642 and M&P9c, and I just purchased the new Ruger LC9S-Pro with a Lasergip.
Lots of information in these videos:
http://www.crimsontrace.com/company/video-media-library/
Lots of information in these videos:
http://www.crimsontrace.com/company/video-media-library/
WilliamB
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I have one on my 9c which I carry. I am pleased with it.
JonF
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I have CT's installed on 2 of my three 642's. Eyes are going fast with high pressure/Glaucoma. The CT are really slick. Once you have them adjusted for point-of-aim = POI, you just point and shoot.
My wife or I can put at least 4 of 5 inside a business card at 10/12 yards. Would not go any other way. Batteries last at least 2 years and run less than $5.00 for replacements. They had/have a deal for free lifetime replacement batteries from the factory at one time, maybe still do.
The way I look at it...the less you have to think about in a SD situation, the better for you.
My wife or I can put at least 4 of 5 inside a business card at 10/12 yards. Would not go any other way. Batteries last at least 2 years and run less than $5.00 for replacements. They had/have a deal for free lifetime replacement batteries from the factory at one time, maybe still do.
The way I look at it...the less you have to think about in a SD situation, the better for you.
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You can take a look at armalaser.com they have some what same setup as CT at half the cost. I had CT on my M&P Shield and Loved it. Armalaser GTO laser + FLX cable (custom made) totaling less than $150 on my Taurus PT92 with rail.
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Like this. It is no pressure sensitive like CT, it's more like body conducting sensor pad. See picture.
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Indynick
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I have CT Grips on my Colt 1911 and CT Laserguard on my Shield. I like that you only have to grip to turn them on. Not like my Bodyguard, where I have to reach for it with my trigger finger.
Rastoff
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If you use the gun for self-defense, any extra motion is bad. Of course, sometimes compromises have to be made. So, any laser that comes on with a normal firing grip is the only way to go. Any laser that needs to be turned on by flipping some switch, is only good for practice.
While I'm not a fan of lasers, they do have value. Currently, the Crimson Trace is the best on the market. I like the concept of what redfox302 has, but would have to do some testing before I trusted it.
While I'm not a fan of lasers, they do have value. Currently, the Crimson Trace is the best on the market. I like the concept of what redfox302 has, but would have to do some testing before I trusted it.
The only drawback for Armalaser GTO is that it will Not work with Glove on. Otherwise, it is auto-on with a grip.
Other good thing about GTO is that you can change it back to index-finger control or auto- on grip as your prefer. FLX is the extra sensor-tape that add-on to the GTO laser modular.
Other good thing about GTO is that you can change it back to index-finger control or auto- on grip as your prefer. FLX is the extra sensor-tape that add-on to the GTO laser modular.
Rastoff
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What if you have dry hands? Callouses? What if your grip doesn't land as high as intended?
I'm not knocking it, just asking the questions. This is why I'd like to test one out. I have a lot of thoughts like above. It may work perfectly with all of them. I'd just like to play with it.
chev37s
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I have one on both my 40 and 9 M&P Compacts and like them. Just make sure you like using the large grip insert. The laser grip makes it a little fatter and if your hands are small it might be an issue.
HCA
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CT still has the free batteries for life program. All you need to do is sign up for it, and request the batteries (I do it once a year). In fact, I just requested replacement batteries for the CT on both my 686+ revolver as well as my FS M&P40. They were in the mail within the week. I personally love the CT grips, and they do help an old man with bi-focals and cataracts!
I am a fan of the Viridian design that comes on soon as you draw your weapon. At 1st you were limited to the one holster but now they sell several styles of instant on holsters and kits to make it work with any holster. Have yet to buy one but my friend seems to like his a lot.
Horn
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CT Laser Grips Not any hang on Laser
to where it's dot is on the Sightmark dot. You'll know instantly because of the sudden very bright dot showing on the target.
This beats burning up ammo. (costs) The Sightmark is cheaper than the amount of ammo.
For defense in a dark area at a defense distance there's nothing better! If a laser grip was made for my Shield it'd be on there. There's a switch for turning it off if your out on a range firing
at targets. When you hold the pistol with a proper grip (and the laser switch is turned on) the laser comes on. Leaving the switch on all the time doesn't use any battery power. Mine are on 24/7 on my nightstand.
I think you'll never be without them once you use the CT laser grip.
I use only the CT Lasergrips. I have them on a P232 (380) on my nightstand. None of the night sights really compare to a laser in a totally dark room. Now, do get the CT laser grips. I suggest also, a Sightmark laser (round) that you put in the chamber (choose caliber__like 9mm) and it puts out a absolutely accurate dot! Then use the two little allen wrenches that come with the CT laser grips for adjusting the laser. Find a perfectly flat surface to rest the butt of your pistol on for this. With the laser dot from the barrel showing (on your target set at the distance you want the laser dot to be on) adjust the laser grip
to where it's dot is on the Sightmark dot. You'll know instantly because of the sudden very bright dot showing on the target.
This beats burning up ammo. (costs) The Sightmark is cheaper than the amount of ammo.
For defense in a dark area at a defense distance there's nothing better! If a laser grip was made for my Shield it'd be on there. There's a switch for turning it off if your out on a range firing
at targets. When you hold the pistol with a proper grip (and the laser switch is turned on) the laser comes on. Leaving the switch on all the time doesn't use any battery power. Mine are on 24/7 on my nightstand.
I think you'll never be without them once you use the CT laser grip.
Sorry. I'm a little late to the party. Here's some of my experience with the CT on my M&P40c.
SIGHTING IN ON: Laser Sight Mechanical Offset | Police Marksman
SIGHTING IN ON: Laser Sight Mechanical Offset | Police Marksman
lhump1961
US Veteran
Go with the ArmaLaser TR series.... they are miles ahead of crimson trace in tech and in customer service!! I use the brand new Armalaser TR4 with my shield... it is impressive beyond what I was expecting.
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