Experience with Glock laser sites?

pipskicks

I want to get some laser sites for my glock to just help with accuracy at the range, but I can't justify spending the $300 on the internal ones for something I really don't need.
Has anyone tried the cheaper sites (the ones that attatch to the trigger guard) some are as cheap as $20, and even if they aren't as accurate or won't last as long, I just want it to try it out at the range, but I want to know if they are just a waste or not.

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beantownshootah

The cheapies are fun toys (more for pellet gun plinking), but they can be difficult to see outdoors in bright light and don't retain their zero very well.

I certainly would not rely on one of these in any kind of life or death situation.

fishermanben

I have a Glock with a laser. The laser cost between $60-80. Everything BTS said is correct. But remember, they're easy to sight in as long as your iron sights are zeroed.

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pipskicks

Thanks, I really only want it for plinking so I'm not worried about it being unreliable in a life or death situation.

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CHGOTHNDER

Tried em and liked them, but I have a problem spending the $300.00 for em.

PJ


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Nighthawk

My advice is learn to shoot well with open sights first before you even consider a laser.As far as purchaseing one I would buy the good ones that work as your guide rod.This way you dont have to worry about it not fitting in a Holster.But as a Firearms Instructor I recommend you become skillful with open sights.Good Luck!!



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mr_floppy

I know your asking about Glock, But I do have an internal on a sig 229. I found it lacking in bright exterior light( impossable to spot) I have seen at gun shows some glasses that will intensify the light but you probaly would never wear them normaly.... As for training at a inside range, It will really show you if you are pulling or pushing on a trigger when firing, I do remember that. But I would not spend very much on one, other than turning the laser on every few months to keep the tube active , I can not tell you the last time I used it at a range (years) Dont spend too much , it might be better to spend it on ammo...