New Crimson Trace Lasers...

[SixDemonBag]

Does anyone know which Glock models will be supported when the new models are released? I have a G36 that's begging for a laser/light.

[D. Manley]

Originally posted by SixDemonBag
Does anyone know which Glock models will be supported when the new models are released? I have a G36 that's begging for a laser/light.

See this:

http://forums.crimsontrace.com/index.php?topic=872.msg3196#msg3196

[SixDemonBag]

Originally posted by D. Manley
See this:

http://forums.crimsontrace.com/index.php?topic=872.msg3196#msg3196

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[Crimson Trace]

Sorry man, I feel your pain.

With any thing manufactured, there are start up expenses and expected sales. The second number has got to be bigger than the first number to get the boss to sign off on it.

Let me put it this way, we are holding off on on the G-36 for now.

Joe ;)

[rrr]

Darn, I thought the new laser grips would be avaialble Jan 06 for subcompacts. That isn't too long a wait, but now I realize that only the grips for some of the full size will be out then and it might be Spring or Summer or who knows before they are out for the subcompacts.

I'm sure you would love to have them out faster and the new products will be great but waiting for a product to come out sometime in the future is too uncertain for me. Looks like I'll need an alternative for my G27.

[ctcdesigner]

I don't think you will have that long to wait for the subcompacts. I shot prototypes of that grip Monday and all is looking good. Trust me, it will be worth the wait.:)

[IDtheTarget]

Originally posted by ctcdesigner
I don't think you will have that long to wait for the subcompacts. I shot prototypes of that grip Monday and all is looking good. Trust me, it will be worth the wait.:)

Okay, I'm still learning about this stuff. Why would you want to go with a grip-style laser rather than the one that replaces the rod under the barrel? Especially if, like me, the glock's grip feels a bit "off" as it is? Or does the laser grip fix that problem also, killing two birds with one stone? (I have a G19, BTW).

[seanmac45]

Durability; the unit takes a severe pounding when located within the recoil spring assembly leading to malfunctions and/or loss of zero.

[rrr]

Originally posted by ctcdesigner
I don't think you will have that long to wait for the subcompacts. I shot prototypes of that grip Monday and all is looking good. Trust me, it will be worth the wait.:)

Thanks but that only makes it all the harder to wait :-)

My eye sight isn't what it used to be so I'm thinking a laser would help in low light situations so I don't think I can wait until spring or whenever.

Besides in manuafacturing it can still be while between prototype testing and seeing them on the market.

[Crimson Trace]

While there are many too many perils in manufacturing to list, we have taken into account the prototype and preproduction testing. The product is looking good and is on schedule.

Straight from the horses mouth, "The LG-617 will be available Jan 2006"

Joe Schwab ;)
Crimson Trace
Customer Service Lead
Firearms Training Group

[rrr]

Thats great! If the subcompacts are going to be out in Jan 06
I'll wait for sure. It will be a nice (just slightly late) Christmas gift for my G27.

[IDtheTarget]

Yeah, I just wish I could afford one. From what I recall, they're almost as much as I paid for my G19!

[rrr]

Originally posted by IDtheTarget
Yeah, I just wish I could afford one. From what I recall, they're almost as much as I paid for my G19!
You must have gotten a great deal on your G19. I've seen at least one place taking pre orders for the new laser grips for $249.

[IDtheTarget]

Originally posted by rrr
You must have gotten a great deal on your G19. I've seen at least one place taking pre orders for the new laser grips for $249.

Okay, I may have exagerated a *little*. I paid about $400 for my G19. But $250 is still a significant portion of the price, for my level of income anyway.

[Cmoosh]

Originally posted by rrr
Thats great! If the subcompacts are going to be out in Jan 06
I'll wait for sure. It will be a nice (just slightly late) Christmas gift for my G27.

Haha...only us gun owners buy "gifts" for our tools

"yep i bought her a crimson trace laser grip for christmas!"
"your wife?"
"naw my glock!"

my G17 is going to be very happy this january

[boraxis]

Originally posted by IDtheTarget
Okay, I'm still learning about this stuff. Why would you want to go with a grip-style laser rather than the one that replaces the rod under the barrel?

For me, two reasons:

I like adjustable sights, and I want them to be dead on. I understand the guide rod lasers are usually pretty close at a reasonable range and it doesn't matter to everybody.

Two, while the on/off switch for guide rod lasers is okay, I can't imagine what could be more intuitive or foolproof than the switches on Lasergrips. You don't have to adjust your grip or feel for the switch or even move your finger. You just hold the gun normally. On one gun I put a little piece of tape on the contacts to make it a little harder to switch so I can hold the gun w/o activating the laser unintentionally. I squeeze the grip when I aim (or point) anyway and the laser automatically turns on. My Lasergrips both work with either hand. Most models have a tiny master on/off toggle also, so you can sit on your gun all day and not run the batteries down (unload it first).

Well, two and half reasons, but this one is very subjective. With Lasergrips you don't have to replace an internal part critical for the function of your pistol. Maybe that's not a rational consideration unless guide rod lasers are known to fail in that way.

Okay, sorry, here's another one. Most lasers that clip on the trigger guard are cheaper than Lasergrips, but Lasergrips are significantly *less* expensive than guide rod lasers. If you're going to blast Crimson Trace for the price, then blast Lasermax twice.

Lasergrips do work with recoil reducing guide rods like Sprinco's, but of course they won't work with your fancy Nil grips. On the other hand they're high quality, comfortable, good looking grips in their own right. The working parts are miniaturized and do not enlarge the grip noticeably if at all. There is a tiny bulge that could possibly interfere with some holsters.

BTW, I don't work for Crimson Trace or know anybody there.

[rrr]

Originally posted by Cmoosh
Haha...only us gun owners buy "gifts" for our tools

"yep i bought her a crimson trace laser grip for christmas!"
"your wife?"
"naw my glock!"

my G17 is going to be very happy this january

yes but I draw the line at hanging a stocking on the chimney for my Glock. If I don't, before long it will be expecting gifts for it's birthday and valentines day :)

[Cmoosh]

I figure it wouldn't hurt to hang the stocking...i mean lets say santa does drop in and stick an x200b light in there... ;f /nod nod

Luckily glocks are renound for the neglect they can take, i will just avoid my glock on valentines day :P

[rrr]

Originally posted by Cmoosh
I figure it wouldn't hurt to hang the stocking...i mean lets say santa does drop in and stick an x200b light in there... ;f /nod nod

Luckily glocks are renound for the neglect they can take, i will just avoid my glock on valentines day :P

That's true. Santa could drop in with a Glock goodie. I'll have to reconsider :)