Pocket pistols with grip-activated lasers

OhioGuy · May 21, 2018, 09:28 AM

I know a lot of small 380 models come with integrated Crimson Trace Lasers, but the ones I've seen all have a button that requires manual activation. I'm more a fan of the laser grips that activate simply by taking a firing grip. Are there any small pocket pistols that are so equipped?

I know the new p365 has an available laser module that works this way, and it probably could count as of pocket pistol, but that combination is going to be about $800.

gnystrom · May 21, 2018, 10:43 AM

Viridian Reactor series. "On" until you holster the gun in a special holstr. Auto "on" when gun is drawn.

https://viridianweapontech.com/holsters/reactor

springer99 · May 21, 2018, 11:51 AM

Check out Kimber Micro's, Solo and Bersa Thunder. I think that's about the smallest for laser-grip type activation.

David R · May 21, 2018, 04:34 PM

Kimber Micro 9 SS on top with flush 6 round magazine.

Kimber micro carry 380 on bottom with 7 round magazine.

Both laser grips.

franco45 · May 21, 2018, 05:21 PM

Crimson Trace makes lasers for most pocket pistols that are activated by simply gripping the gun.

David R · May 21, 2018, 05:29 PM

Not for SIG 238 or 938.

I have them on my Smith and Wesson 637, and my Colt LW officers ACP.

David

OhioGuy · May 22, 2018, 05:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by franco45

Crimson Trace makes lasers for most pocket pistols that are activated by simply gripping the gun.

I guess that answers it

I was looking for those that came with lasers already installed, but I see now that I can get a CT laser guard with grip activation for quite a number of pocket pistols.

weblance · May 22, 2018, 05:33 PM

I have a TR Laser on my Kel-Tec P32. It has two small brass contacts right where the trigger guard meets the grip. Its instant on when gripped in a firing position. It works on the P3-AT also.

https://armalaser.com/lasers/get-laser-model/149

kymasabe · May 23, 2018, 07:39 AM

My daughters bodyguard .380 has a green laser that's grip activated.

stephen426 · May 23, 2018, 10:32 AM

I have a Crimson Trace laser on my Kahr PM9 and a Crimson Trace Light/Laser on my Glock 43. They are very easy to install and sight in. Second nature to use, unless you don't want to activate the laser/light and give away your position. You have to get used to not gripping fully where the activation switch is.

TunnelRat · May 23, 2018, 10:34 AM

Honestly if that's what you want Crimson Trace will be hard to beat

nagami · May 23, 2018, 01:27 PM

subscribed, this seems like a very interesting thread

OhioGuy · May 31, 2018, 07:08 AM

Has anyone seen or used the new LIMA laser grip model put out by Sig for their P365?

That little gun does look awfully cool with the laser on it

Around $250 for the green laser I think...beats the $400 for the mini Shield red dot, plus $300 to mill the slide! (Which I've also seen online now).

May 21, 2018, 09:28 AM	#1
OhioGuy Senior Member Join Date: August 11, 2016 Posts: 1,089	Pocket pistols with grip-activated lasers I know a lot of small 380 models come with integrated Crimson Trace Lasers, but the ones I've seen all have a button that requires manual activation. I'm more a fan of the laser grips that activate simply by taking a firing grip. Are there any small pocket pistols that are so equipped? I know the new p365 has an available laser module that works this way, and it probably could count as of pocket pistol, but that combination is going to be about $800.

May 23, 2018, 07:39 AM	#9
kymasabe Senior Member Join Date: June 10, 2005 Location: SW Florida Posts: 2,747	My daughters bodyguard .380 has a green laser that's grip activated. __________________ God's creatures big and small, eat them one, eat them all.

May 23, 2018, 10:32 AM	#10
stephen426 Senior Member Join Date: March 11, 2005 Posts: 3,840	I have a Crimson Trace laser on my Kahr PM9 and a Crimson Trace Light/Laser on my Glock 43. They are very easy to install and sight in. Second nature to use, unless you don't want to activate the laser/light and give away your position. You have to get used to not gripping fully where the activation switch is. __________________ The ATF should be a convenience store instead of a government agency!

May 23, 2018, 10:34 AM	#11
TunnelRat Senior Member Join Date: May 22, 2011 Posts: 12,214	Honestly if that's what you want Crimson Trace will be hard to beat __________________ Know the status of your weapon Keep your muzzle oriented so that no one will be hurt if the firearm discharges Keep your finger off the trigger until you have an adequate sight picture Maintain situational awareness

May 21, 2018, 10:43 AM	#2
gnystrom Senior Member Join Date: July 30, 2006 Posts: 308	Viridian Reactor series. "On" until you holster the gun in a special holstr. Auto "on" when gun is drawn. https://viridianweapontech.com/holsters/reactor

May 21, 2018, 11:51 AM	#3
springer99 Senior Member Join Date: November 14, 2008 Posts: 355	Check out Kimber Micro's, Solo and Bersa Thunder. I think that's about the smallest for laser-grip type activation.

May 21, 2018, 04:34 PM	#4
David R Senior Member Join Date: January 2, 2015 Location: The swamps of WNY Posts: 753	Kimber Micro 9 SS on top with flush 6 round magazine. Kimber micro carry 380 on bottom with 7 round magazine. Both laser grips.

May 21, 2018, 05:21 PM	#5
franco45 Senior Member Join Date: August 29, 2010 Location: Toledo Ohio Posts: 474	Crimson Trace makes lasers for most pocket pistols that are activated by simply gripping the gun.

May 21, 2018, 05:29 PM	#6
David R Senior Member Join Date: January 2, 2015 Location: The swamps of WNY Posts: 753	Not for SIG 238 or 938. I have them on my Smith and Wesson 637, and my Colt LW officers ACP. David

May 22, 2018, 05:33 PM	#8
weblance Senior Member Join Date: October 3, 2012 Posts: 1,229	I have a TR Laser on my Kel-Tec P32. It has two small brass contacts right where the trigger guard meets the grip. Its instant on when gripped in a firing position. It works on the P3-AT also. https://armalaser.com/lasers/get-laser-model/149

May 23, 2018, 01:27 PM	#12
nagami Junior Member Join Date: May 1, 2018 Posts: 7	subscribed, this seems like a very interesting thread

May 31, 2018, 07:08 AM	#13
OhioGuy Senior Member Join Date: August 11, 2016 Posts: 1,089	Has anyone seen or used the new LIMA laser grip model put out by Sig for their P365? That little gun does look awfully cool with the laser on it Around $250 for the green laser I think...beats the $400 for the mini Shield red dot, plus $300 to mill the slide! (Which I've also seen online now).