Category Archives: Laser Based Technologies
Crimson Trace Covers New Revolvers
(Wilsonville, OR)– Crimson Trace is well-known for innovation, demonstrated by the company’s extensive portfolio of more than 260 laser sights. During the recent Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade ShowSM (SHOT Show®) in Las Vegas, several manufacturers displayed new revolvers. In … Continue reading
Crimson Trace Upgrades The Iconic 1911 With The Master Series Lasergrips
(Wilsonville, OR)—The Master SeriesTM Lasergrips® laser sights by Crimson Trace are designed to be an upgrade to one of America’s most popular firearms—the iconic 1911 semi-auto pistol. Master Series laser sights are available in a wide range of … Continue reading
Tactical Augmented Pressure Switch (TAPS) From TNVC
TAPS (Tactical Augmented Pressure Switch) Pro from TNVC and Unity Tactical is a complete one point command and control system for all weapon-mounted electronics. It provides low profile, user-programmable, dual-device control for lights and lasers. TAPS Pro allows placement … Continue reading
Sightmark ReadyFire LW-R5 Red Laser Sight
(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – The Sightmark ReadyFire LW-R5 Red Laser Sight (SM25007), a laser sight designed for full-sized pistols, is ready to put your handgun on target. When you need a perfectly placed aim, the ReadyFire LW-R5 stands ready to help … Continue reading
Sightmark’s Universal Green Laser Boresight Pro
Sighting in an optic can be a time consuming and cartridge-killing task. Designed to reduce ammo waste, the Sightmark Universal Green Laser Boresight Pro (SM39044) attaches to the end of your barrel and produces a strong green laser, allowing you … Continue reading
SNEAK PREVIEW: Crimson Trace LinQ
Just in time for the Holiday Season, we’re going to introduce you to CTC’s wireless weapon mounted laser / light accessory for your favorite AR platform. CTC included a 300 lumen white light and green laser and four modes in … Continue reading
LEICA’S NEW RANGEMASTER 2000-B
Leica has a well established reputation for producing the finest optics in the world, a reputation established by a long history in the optics industry. The company’s first laser rangefinder entered the market in 1992 as the GEOVID 7×42 BDA … Continue reading
Crimson Trace Announces The LG492G Green Laser Guard For SIG’s P238 and P938 Compact Pistols
Crimson Trace’s LG-492G Green Laserguard® attaches to the trigger guard of the P238/P938 by two factory supplied screws. The LG-492G is fully adjustable for windage and elevation and comes sighted in at 50 feet from the factory. See Crimson Trace … Continue reading
NEW Radius Prairie Dog Hunt Video
The SilencerCo Weapons Research Radius® is a rail mounted rangefinder capable of ranging out to a mile on a reflective target and attaching to a Picatinny rail in any orientation. Additional features of the Radius include a user configurable display, … Continue reading
GEAR REVIEW: STREAMLIGHT TLR-6 UNIVERSAL KIT
Today’s Conceal Carry holders or those in open carry jurisdictions have more options for accessorizing their favorite carry pistols than ever before. This is an opportunity that flows from the exceptional work of companies like Streamlight. Streamlight’s Universal Kit … Continue reading
Crimson Trace Offers New Kimber Options
(Wilsonville, OR)–Wilsonville, Oregon-based Crimson Trace is proud to announce that Kimber’s new Micro 9 semi-auto pistol will be equipped from the factory with Crimson Trace Lasergrips®—the new LG-409 P10 Rosewood—with a red laser sight. This new Kimber pistol is offered … Continue reading
CRIMSON TRACE ANSWERS SOME FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
(Wilsonville, OR)— Crimson Trace, the world’s most recognized and purchased brand of laser sights, takes another step in its ongoing efforts to offer first-class customer service by providing answers to these Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): 1) Do you make a … Continue reading
SWR RADIUS – WHY IT’S BETTER THAN HUMAN
The Radius is a rail mounted rangefinder capable of ranging out to a mile on a reflective target and attaching to a Picatinny rail in any orientation. Additional features of the Radius include a user configurable display, continuous ranging for … Continue reading
Crimson Trace Beginnings And Ongoing Support For Glock
In the beginning, Crimson Trace began business by machining and installing a red laser sight—the GLS-630—into a Glock pistol. Customers had to send their pistol to Crimson Trace for the modifications and installation. The affixed laser sight protruded from … Continue reading
Steiner M830r LRF 1535nm
The M830r LRF 1535nm ranges farther for targeting accuracy. It calculates target distance from 25 meters to beyond 6,000 meters, using a wavelength invisible to normal night vision devices. Opponents won’t know they’re being targeted, your position stays hidden, … Continue reading
Crimson Trace Continues To Add Green Laser Options
The recent release of Crimson Trace’s Lasergrips® LG-350G with the advanced ShockStop™—designed for Smith & Wesson’s J-frame revolvers—brought the number of Crimson Trace green laser sight products to more than two dozen. And more green laser sights will be released … Continue reading
WITH COOL FIRE AT SHOT SHOW 2016
CoolFire is a revolutionary firearms training system that utilizes CO2 and an integrated laser to convert a standard pistol into an effective firearms training tool. The company sells a complete kit that includes a replacement barrel, laser insert and CO2 … Continue reading
AT SHOT SHOW 2016 WITH STEINER E-OPTICS
Just prior to SHOT Show 2016, Steiner announced the new DBAL-A4. We’re not easily impressed but this is an impressive accessory available in both military and commercial specification. There is much to like here readers. The DBAL-A$ provides 4 … Continue reading
SilencerCo Weapons Research Releases A How-To Video For Zeroing The Radius
SILENCERCO WEAPONS RESEARCH RADIUS – A RAIL MOUNTED LASER RANGE FINDER
This year’s Shot Show, we had the opportunity to get our hands on Silencerco’s Weapons Research Radius, a rail-mounted laser range finder. Besides being the first rail mounted commercial grade laser, the Radius has been designed as an extension of … Continue reading
LASER AMMO USA INTRODUCES ITS LATEST LASER TRAINING SOLUTIONS
Great Neck, NY – Affordability and government-agency-level firearm training was what Laser Ammo had in mind when it developed its recent line of Airsoft solutions: the SPIDER adapter; the newly designed-for-2016 LA-FLASH suppressor adapter; and the R.E.A.L. (Recoil Enabled Airsoft … Continue reading
Steiner Acquires STS AND DIFFRACTION LTD
Steiner officially announces that it has acquired two U.S. companies, the Sensor Systems Division of The O’Gara Group. The group is comprised of Sensor Technology Systems (STS) and Diffraction LTD. For more than 25 years, STS and Diffraction have provided … Continue reading
Crimson Trace Introduces Its Patented LiNQ System
Imagine a weapon mounted laser/light combination that can be controlled wirelessly, Crimson Trace did just that. The company has just announced its new LiNQ® System. This wireless and remote operation system utilizes a powered control grip to activate and operate … Continue reading
Silencerco Weapons Research Introduces The Radius
Silencerco Weapons Research (SWR) first offering, marketed as The Radius, is a rail mounted rangefinder capable of ranging out to a mile on a reflective target and attaching to a Picatinny rail in any orientation. When we first decided to … Continue reading
LaserLyte Lyte Ryder Becomes the Most Custom Universal-Fit Pistol Laser
COTTONWOOD, AZ- LaserLyte, innovators in firearms laser technologies, introduces Lyte Ryder: The most custom universal-fit pistol laser sight on the market. With a single Picatinny rail attachment screw, the Lyte Ryder installs in seconds on nearly any size pistol. Designed … Continue reading
Crimson Trace: 5 Steps to Selection Guide
Crimson Trace has made it easier for consumers to select the right laser for their firearm. 1) What firearm will be fitted with the sight? Crimson Trace’s website (www.crimsontrace.com) lists the many leading firearm manufacturers that the company makes specific … Continue reading
LaserLyte’s All New Premium Pistol Laser Trainer
COTTONWOOD, AZ–LaserLyte, is introducing the next generation of their widely popular LT-series of pistol laser trainers. The all-new LT-Premium (LT-PRE) combines the proven training features of the LT-PRO with a brand new ON/OFF switch to conserve battery life, and … Continue reading
Crimson Trace’s Most Popular Products With Customers
The Rail Master Pro light and laser combo continues to be a top selling selection with customers. These units, the CMR-204 Universal Green and CMR-205 Universal Red, can be easily programmed to project: laser only, light only, strobing light and … Continue reading
Crimson Trace Announces The LG-469G For The Springfield XD-S
Crimson Trace, announced the company’s newest GREEN diode Laserguard®—the LG-469G. This newest product in the comprehensive Laserguard line is designed to fit Springfield Armory’s XD-S. Among the many features of the new compact and lightweight LG-469G Laserguard are: Instinctive Activation™, … Continue reading
Gear Review: Streamlight TLR-2 HL G
Streamlight’s 2015 addition to its TLR line, the TLR-2 HL G, is truly outstanding. Streamlight retains the typical TLR packaging and mounting system but really cranked up performance with the 720 lumen TIR LED and the direct drive Green … Continue reading
Crimson Trace Introduces New Laser Products For Bersa’s 380 and Glock 43
For Glock pistols, the new products include the recently released LG-443 with a red laser diode for the compact GLOCK 42 pistol. The Laserguard®–LG-443 (red) laser sight also fits on GLOCK’s newer Model 43 pistols. Even better news is … Continue reading
LaserLyte® Adds Tri-Color Laser Housings for SCCY®
COTTONWOOD, AZ–LaserLyte®, is adding a custom touch to SCCY® pistols with new UTA-FR 2.0 Tri-Color laser housings. The ergonomic Trigger Guard Laser (TGL) provides seamless fit and color matching with black, tan or pink-framed SCCY CPX-1 and CPX-2 pistols. Featuring … Continue reading
Gear Review: Steiner eOptics MBS-AA Borelight
Laser bore sights have gotten a bum rap over the years but the reality is that not all bore sighting tools are not created equal. In this review, I’ve taken a look at a military grade precision bore sighting tool … Continue reading
LaserLyte Mighty Mouse™
The fine folks at LaserLyte have introduced the Mighty Mouse Laser for all North American Arms .22 Mag Pistols, including the Pug, Black Widow and Side Winder. The Mighty Mouse Laser sight is built from 55% glass filled nylon and … Continue reading
Crimson Trace Opens Product Center at NRA’s Annual Meeting
Crimson Trace customers are invited to visit the company’s product center booth to meet Lewis Danielson, the company’s Founder and Chairman of the Board. Danielson will be receiving recognition—the NRA’s Golden Bullseye Pioneer Award—for his significant contribution to the laser … Continue reading
LaserLyte Is Now Shipping Laser Plinking Can Kit
LaserLyte® is now shipping the ultimate laser plinking kit consisting of the LaserLyte® Plinking Cans (3 units), a Trigger Tyme® Compact Training Pistol and a LT-PRO Pistol Laser Trainer. Everything anyone needs to train, teach or just have fun with … Continue reading
GEAR REVIEW: CRIMSON TRACE LG-919 MASTER SERIES LASERGRIPS
The Crimson Trace LG-919 G10 Master Series Lasergrips are not just visually attractive, they also provide a valuable tactical advantage for home defense and conceal carry. These grips represent a level of refinement that sets new standards. CTC’s decision … Continue reading
Crimson Trace Launches Training Video
(Wilsonville, OR)—Crimson Trace, America’s premium brand of laser sighting systems for firearms, has released “Training with Laser Sights,” a free video for all firearms owners to use as a tool to learn about laser sights—and how to use lasers during … Continue reading
CRIMSON TRACE MASTER SERIES LG-919 FOR THE 1911
I want to give readers a quick tease of an upcoming review on the new Crimson Trace Master Series LG-919. What you’ll find in the LG-919 is the characteristic Crimson Trace quality, but more exciting is the compact laser housing. … Continue reading
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