With my pictures of the new paint job on my LCP, I am receiving new questions about the LG-431 and I wanted to address those as well as some of the controversy surrounding laser grips, as well as talk batteries.
First, a few questions:
Does the Laser Grip affect your grip?
No, not at all. I do not feel any difference in the grip of the pistol. The button is the only piece under your hand anyway, allowing you to activate the laser when correctly holding the pistol. I have even seen it correct the grip of two shooters, as it will not light without proper grip. Effectively, tattling on you if you're not holding the pistol correctly.
Does the Laser Grip work in daylight?
That depends on the light, the distance, and the battery. Red lasers don't work as well in bright sunlight as they do in low light.
The Crimson Trace website states :
Under bright sunlight, the dot can be seen up to 15 yards away. Lighter-colored surfaces reflect laser light better than darker surfaces. The lighter the surface, the brighter the laser dot will be and the farther away it can be seen.
Why do I need a laser?
You don't NEED a laser. It may; however, shave seconds when seconds count. I've especially noticed this in situations where people are practicing. The LG helps to tell them that their sight picture is correct, it tells on them if they're limp wristing or pulling down on the firearm with the trigger. It also allows for a faster draw and more accurate shot from the hip in a self-defense situation when taking the time to aim may cost seconds.
Understand, though, that a laser runs on batteries and batteries die. Never rely solely on the LG, as you still need to know how to shoot with the sights on your firearm in case of battery failure or device failure in an intense situation.
Next there is much controversy on Laser Grips. Many people have a problem with laser sights on a self-defense handgun. They worry about us becoming lazy, not practicing with sights, and then not being able to aim and shoot in the event of a mechanical or battery failure. That's why it is important to train and practice with and without your laser.
If I am wearing my Flashbang holster, I can draw and fire accurately in less than 3 seconds with my LG-431. I hope to make it to the range soon and take some video to show you!
Finally, batteries, the LG-431 takes #357 batteries, which are not really very expensive. I found out today; however, that Crimson Trace offers customers a free battery every year. Why? Because they care about their customers and they want to be sure that you have a fresh battery in your laser grip every year! You can read more information on their website here.
I still love my CT and I think you will too!!
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