Crimson Trace Debuts Green Handgun Lasers

Here is the official presser... and their new green logo:

Crimson Trace Debuts Industry’s First Instinctively Activated Green Handgun Lasers at NRA Annual Meetings

(Wilsonville, OR) In a move that caught much of the industry by surprise, Crimson Trace, the maker of the World’s only grip activated laser sights, unveiled its new line of green handgun lasers to a record crowd of over 70,000 consumers at the NRA Annual Convention in St. Louis last weekend.  Boldly debuting six models in all significant platforms  - Lasergrips®, Laserguard® and Universal Rail Master™ - scheduled to begin delivery to market in the Fall of 2012.

Crimson Trace New Green Laser Sights

I told ya so.

News from Crimson Trace

That new Rail Master Tactical Light that I mentioned the other day will be available for purchase on May 1st.

A little birdy also told me that they are gonna have some new green lasers for the 1911 and the polymer guns to show everyone at the NRA Show. I have talked about how amazing green lasers are in the past on this blog, and I cant wait to play around with these. Its hard to put it into words, but if you have not experienced the vast difference green lasers make in daylight conditions you really owe it to yourself to check it out. This is going to be a real game changer in the concealed carry market.

New From Crimson Trace - Rail Master Tactical Light

Capitalizing on their highly successful design of the Rail Master Laser, Crimson Trace will be introducing a tactical light at the upcoming NRA Show.... The 100 lumen Rail Master Tactical Light:

Crimson Trace Announces World’s Only Night Time 3 Gun Match

Crimson Trace Announces World’s Only Night Time 3 Gun Match

(Wilsonville, OR) Crimson Trace today announced the most unusual shooting event on the 2012 match calendar – a fast-paced 3-gun match shot entirely at night in the high desert, near Bend, OR. The event will occur after sunset, July 16-18 and the organizers will be providing full-auto firearms, thermal imaging equipment and state of the art night vision gear to all the competitors on several of the eight challenging stages.

Crimson Trace Rail Master Review

I had a package show up here at the Gunmart Blog Test Kitchen not too long ago from the good people over at Crimson Trace. Inside of said package was one of their newest introductions to the marketplace... The Crimson Trace Rail Master.

Crimson trace first leaked pictures of this awesome new product back when they teased us all about their skunk-works project to put a laser on a lever gun. What they showed us was in fact their then unnamed Rail Master on their prototype rail device for lever guns (dont hold me to this, but I bet it will be released at the upcoming NRA Show). As you can see from the photo below, the Rail Master is a versatile piece of equipment. In fact, it can fit on just about any firearm with a rail. Rifle, handgun, shotgun, battle mug, and not too far down the road.... lever action guns too. The bottom line is that this is a universal laser aiming devise that can fit on just about anything with a rail.

Crimson Trace Announces 1911 Lightguard

(Wilsonville, OR) Crimson Trace today announced plans for the introduction of a powerful, 100-lumen weapon light for the 1911 handgun, available through normal distribution channels in May. Building on the success of their innovative Lightguard™ platform for polymer handguns, CTC’s engineers designed the new light to fit America’s most popular pistol, while offering the same benefits of instinctive activation and seamless integration to the frame, without needing the services of a gunsmith.

Crimson Trace Rail Master Pics

Enjoy...

Crimson Trace Light Guard

Tom has a review.... here. You might remember that I reviewed one a while back.... here

Crimson Trace Rail Master In-Hand

Yeah, I have finally had a Crimson Trace Rail Master arrive here at the Gunmart Blog Test Kitchen. They have been back-ordered for a good long while now, which just goes to show you how popular this little laser has become.

This is not the first time that a laser has been brought to market with this design style/operating method, but it is the first time that one has been built to the exacting standards of Crimson Trace. It seems like a great product thus far... I will have more details after I can get out to the range and give it a good shakedown. Stay tuned.

Crimson Trace Gives Back

From their Facebook Page

During the Christmas season, Crimson Trace employees (with company match) raised over $6100 and provided both cash and toys to Doernbecher's Children's Hospital (Portland, OR). Yes, we're tooting our own horn, but we're proud of our people.

Crimson Trace Partners With Camp Patriot to Take Wounded Vets Hunting

(Wilsonville, OR) Crimson Trace and Camp Patriot are teaming up to provide a little well-deserved R&R for two wounded special forces veterans next week, on a high-tech hog hunt in Texas. Utilizing the latest in infra-red technology from CTC Defense, the pair will stalk feral pigs in complete darkness before using AR pattern rifles to bring home the bacon. "Everyone at Camp Patriot is excited about partnering with Crimson Trace for this well deserved hunt for our two service members," said Micah Clarke, founder of Camp Patriot. "CTC continues to lead the way in mission-critical products for the warfighter and also continues to champion the cause of giving back to those who have given."

Both service members were wounded in Afghanistan and have faced an arduous and painful road to recovery. The firearms industry has been at the forefront of supporting veterans' charities, particularly those that facilitate their rehabilitation.

A look at the Crimson Trace Rail Master

Over at Mouse Guns and Gear, they take a break from mouse guns to review the new laser from Crimson Trace........ Alternate Headline: Well thats a funny looking mouse gun

Crimson Trace Rail Master

I have mentioned this a few times in the past here on the blog ... but here is the official press release. Great price point too.

Crimson Trace Launches The Rail Master™ Laser for Picatinny-equipped firearms

(Wilsonville, OR) Crimson Trace, market leader for integrated laser sighting systems, today announced the release of their new Rail Master platform for all rail-equipped firearms. With an MSRP of $149, the innovative laser sight sets new standards for durability, battery life and quality. Featuring a tap on / tap off switch, the compact unit comes with four interchangeable inserts which utilize Secure-Lock Technology™ to enable a custom fit to any handgun, enabling the user to adjust the sight’s location on the rail to optimize activation.

Crimson Trace Announces Big Giveaway at SHOT 2012

Here is the presser:

Crimson Trace Announces All-Star Lineup for SHOT 2012

(Wilsonville, OR) Building on the success of 2011, the industry-leading laser company has a packed Las Vegas schedule to launch an even bigger 2012. Kicking off the week with a bang, Crimson Trace will host a reunion of the cast of Top Shot, History channel’s hit shooting show. Competitors from all three previous seasons will be at the CTC booth at 4.30 on Tuesday to sign autographs, meet with fans and introduce the cast of Season 4.   Shot Show attendees are invited to stop by booth #16731 and say hello to their favorite heroes and villains, as well as get an exclusive preview of the new season.

More on the Crimson Trace Lightguard

My Gun Culture has a video... here... you can read my review here.

New Crimson Trace Lasergrips for Gen 4 Glocks

Crimson Trace has recently introduced their new line of Lasergrip models for the Gen 4 Glock full-size, compact, and subcompact 9mm and .40 caliber pistols.

These Lasergrips are a solid one piece polymer design that weigh in at a miniscule 0.5 ounces on my postal scale. They feature the smallest laser diode that has ever been offered, and is fully adjustable for windage and elevation. The new Glock Gen 4 Lasergrips are zeroed at the factory for 50'. They run on two #2025 batteries (included) and offer a four hour battery life. They also feature a master on/off switch to preserve battery life when the unit is not needed.

Another new product from Crimson Trace

The Rail Master.... Universal laser sight for railed pistols and rifles.

I had a feeling that something like this was in the works. This is the laser that they were showing off as their new lever gun laser. Looking at those pictures closely, it looked to me like the laser was removable and would fit any rail. Turns out I was right. This will fit their lever gun rail adapter or any rail. Send me one please!

Specs:

New Products from Crimson Trace

Here is the press release:

New Crimson Trace Lasergrips Now Available for Glock Gen 4 Handguns

(Wilsonville, OR) Crimson Trace, market leader for integrated laser sighting systems, today announced the release of new Lasergrips® models for the Gen 4 Glock full-size, compact and subcompact 9mm and .40 caliber pistols. With an MSRP of $279, these Lasergrips feature the smallest laser diode ever offered, with full windage and elevation adjustability and a master on/off switch. The new units fit seamlessly over the Glock’s backstrap and require no gunsmithing to install. Because the laser utilizes Crimson Trace’s patented instinctive activation system, the user simply picks up the gun in a normal firing grip and the pressure sensor in the grip module instantly activates the laser to project a bright dot on the target.

Crimson Trace Deal Alert

I mentioned the other day on the Twitter net and the Facebooks that Crimson Trace has just revamped their website.... its a really nice upgrade so go on over there and check it out.

Well, I got an email from Iain over at Crimson Trace yesterday and he let me know that to celebrate this relaunch they are offering a special discount... Not only are they offering a coupon code (30LSR11) for 30 bucks off at checkout, but if you leave a review, your name goes in the hat on Friday for a thousand rounds of free 9mm, 40s&w or 45acp ammo – your choice. The promo will run until the end of the month