Crimson Trace and Southpaws

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ZeSpectre

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I've decided that having a laser on my carry gun (SIG 229) would be a good thing.

Of course the first name I think of is Crimson Trace. However the "nub" that houses the laser is on the right side of the grips and I'm a "Southpaw" who carries on the left.

I've asked this same question to Crimson Trace but I wanted some independent feedback as well.

So, are there any lefties out there who use Crimson Trace grips? Do you have any issues with the "nub" against the holster or in handling?

Thanks
Ze
 
I had the same question myself being a southpaw. At my local gun range they have a couple of the lasers set up on plastic guns, 1 revolver and 1 semi-auto. I tried both out with no problems at all with my fingers getting in the way of the laser. I have now decided to buy one for my revolver! You should have no problems.
 
Note sure if the 'nub' is the laser or the activation button... I'll assume activation button...
On the TWO guns I have with Crimson Trace lasergrips, either can be used right or left handed because the activation 'nub' is either on both sides (Sig P226) or in the MIDDLE of the front of the grip (Kimber 1911-style gun). Are you certain that the grip you are looking at wouldn't have the nub on both sides or in the middle?

It is true, however, that both guns have the LASER 'nub' on the right side of the firearm, if that's what you're complaint is about. I haven't tried holding them lefty to see if it would interfere or not, but if it WOULD, then why bother to put activation nubs on both sides?
 
Note sure if the 'nub' is the laser or the activation button... I'll assume activation button...
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No, I'm talking about the laser emitter itself. It creates a noticeable bulge at the top of the grip. No problem in and of itself but that's going to hit a holster for a left handed CCW.

I'm worried about extra wear with the emitter bump rubbing the holster
I'm worried about knocking something out of allignment since it's going to smack the holster, or me, on a fairly constant basis.

I may be worried about nothing but with the price of the things I'd rather have my questions answered first.
 
I am left handed and I've got Crimson Trace lasergrips on three guns (two S&W revolvers and a Sig semi-auto pistol). At first I worried about being left handed, but I called Crimson Trace and asked a customer service person who told me that she was a left hander also, and that she never had a problem using their grips on her guns. She also told me that she thought the laser was actually better for left handers than for right handers. I did not believe that last part, but that was before I got the grips for three different guns. Having used them for a few years, I can say DEFINITIVELY that she is right. The laser never causes me a problem even though it is emitted from the right side of the gun and I shoot left handed. In fact, I find it so comfortable and natural to use the Crimson Trace lasergrips as a left hander, that I actually now agree with what she told me several years ago. They actually do seem to be more suited to a left handed shooter than to a right handed shooter.
 
I'm lefthanded and while I use a CT laser on my J frame I can't use it on my 1911's or my CZ 75's. I place my right thumb on the frame and the laser strikes it. Makes the gun all sparkly tho! But not much help in hitting a target.

If you keep your thumbs in the air it will probalby be fine. If you place them against the frame, they'll probably interfere.


Lou
 
It seems that many people forget that a pistol or revolver can be shoot with one hand.
I am right handed but I practice also with my left hand as I carry in front of my left hip and that carry allow me to reach the pistol with my right or left hand.

Also as many encounters in which a laser is needed will happen in low light conditions, the use of a flashlight is a given.
As I use a powerful 1050 lumens Borealis flashlight I need one of my hands to support it.

Train to shoot with right and left hands and forget to do it using both hands in the pistol, who knows, you may need a free hand to open a door or hang into something!

I posted this before, but the picture shows how the Laser grip fit my .45


I will NOT be without one.

I have a laser grip on my .45, it is my primary home defense gun, together with a Borealis 1050 lumens flashlight.

After the alarm sounded...
My tactic is to get to the bedroom door and from there control the passage way and the living room, with the body protected by the frame and with only my half face exposed, one hand holding the pistol and the other hand the Borealis flashlight.

With a laser is not need to line up your face with the pistol, no tunnel vision, no exposing body parts to get into a shooting position.
If you are going to have a gunfight, this is the best way!

This, for me is the most valuable feature of the laser.

The flashlight with the 1050 lumens (two millions candlepower) will cook the eyes of an intruder.

Colt .45 with laser grips and the Borealis 1050 lumens flashlight.


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Cheers
Black Bear
 
I'm a lefty and when I shoot with a two hand grip, thumbs forward, the laser is blocked. If I make a conscious effort to change my grip I can avoid the problem, but under stress I know I won't remember to change the same grip I've used for decades. I talked to them about it at the SHOT show, but we're too small a market.
 
Okay, we're getting off track here so let's clarify a few things.

I'm not, in the least, worried about blocking the laser with fingers or hands, I already shoot fine with either hand in any style.

My concern is the abuse the laser emitter will take being crushed against my holster or me when it's in a left handed holster.
 
I'm a southpaw as well, and I had no problem whatsoever using the CT stocks for my P228. I'm sure you'll be fine with them on your P229.
 
Crimson Trace on the left

I have 5 pistols equipped with CT and all are daily carry guns. The only one that causes me any discomfort is the one on my Glock 26 when I carry it IWB.
I solved that problem with a different holster and it's fine now. When you are a lefty , it's always a crap shoot on what will work and what won't but I have been very happy with all the CT products I have tried. Good Luck!
 
Follow up on this thread

I got word back from Crimson Trace regarding lefty carry. It was a very nice letter and I'm not going to transcribe the whole thing but boiled down to it's essence it said...

If carried in the left side position the laser housing may rub a little causing a slight bit of extra wear, or may poke you in the side, but neither situation will cause any problems with knocking the emitter out of alignment. If you tend to shoot with a "high thumb" it may intercept the laser beam but a simple re-adjustment of thumb position will resolve that issue. A Crimson Trace laser grip carried lefty may need to be checked for lint and fuzz a little more often.

So in short it's a non issue. :D
 
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