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BBunin · 01-10-2005, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by tc300mag1

Maybe i would be intersted but i dont know... bet they wont make it for a SC though ..

The SC is the only reason for one. The other models can take an M6, but us poor SC owners are left without a good laser option.

dbrownusarmy · 01-10-2005, 07:02 PM

I can't understand why someone with a service or tactical XD would want to use a M6 that retails at around $310, if there is a internal laser that would probably retail for around $299.

Am I crazy for thinking that?

SKYMEDIC · 01-10-2005, 07:58 PM

Hi guys,

In looking at the pics for the lasermax for the glock, the on/off switch looks like it is part of the frame on the glock, was this manufactured from glock like this, or is this something that we will have to have done when this comes out for the xd.

Thanks,

John Wade

03RangerXLT · 01-10-2005, 08:08 PM

If I remember correctly, the stock take takedown "lever" on the glock is replaced with their custom piece that when pushed in, activates the laser.

blkhawk303 · 01-11-2005, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by dbrownusarmy

I can't understand why someone with a service or tactical XD would want to use a M6 that retails at around $310, if there is a internal laser that would probably retail for around $299.

Am I crazy for thinking that?

Ok, lemme try to help you out.....

#1 - The M6 can be had for $229.
#2 - The 'retail' on a Laser Max has been stated to be $399 by Laser Max themselves. We're only GUESSING what the 'street price' MIGHT be should they ever even release one.
#3 - Also The Laser Max doesn't have a light. Sure some of you may have a whopping 14 D-Cell Mag Light that weighs 22lbs. <exagerating of course>- but you have to carry it vs. having it on your pistol.
#4 - You can put the M6 on your other weapons w/ picatinny or tactical rails as well. AR-15, other pistols, etc. In short, it's more versatile.

The Laser Max does have the "cool" factor going for it tho. Looks bad ass but severly limited in my book.

Does that help you comprehend?

dbrownusarmy · 01-11-2005, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by blkhawk303

Quote:

Originally Posted by dbrownusarmy

I can't understand why someone with a service or tactical XD would want to use a M6 that retails at around $310, if there is a internal laser that would probably retail for around $299.

Am I crazy for thinking that?

Ok, lemme try to help you out.....

#1 - The M6 can be had for $229.
#2 - The 'retail' on a Laser Max has been stated to be $399 by Laser Max themselves. We're only GUESSING what the 'street price' MIGHT be should they ever even release one.
#3 - Also The Laser Max doesn't have a light. Sure some of you may have a whopping 14 D-Cell Mag Light that weighs 22lbs. <exagerating of course>- but you have to carry it vs. having it on your pistol.
#4 - You can put the M6 on your other weapons w/ picatinny or tactical rails as well. AR-15, other pistols, etc. In short, it's more versatile.

The Laser Max does have the "cool" factor going for it tho. Looks bad ass but severly limited in my book.

Does that help you comprehend?

The light part I can understand, but the price I dont.

True the lasermax's MSRP is 399 for the XD, but that is also the MSRP on the glock model laser, which actually (in my area) sells for 250-279.

I am just really attracted to the internal design. But I will probably break down in the meantime and buy the M6....

Who Knows

Dave

C.H.Luke · 01-11-2005, 03:22 PM

"Cool Factor{s}" aside, LaseMax units are made the way they are so the weapon can be used in as normal a way as possible including fitting in a normal holster & drawing from same.

The number of rounds they run thru their test/developement guns is very impressive. Even when testing a new proprietary spring it is around 3K of ammo.

They have already run thousands of rounds thru a 4" XD and they don't baby these pistols in any way either!

blkhawk303 · 01-11-2005, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by C.H.Luke

"Cool Factor{s}" aside, LaseMax units are made the way they are so the weapon can be used in as normal a way as possible including fitting in a normal holster & drawing from same.

The number of rounds they run thru their test/developement guns is very impressive. Even when testing a new proprietary spring it is around 3K of ammo.

They have already run thousands of rounds thru a 4" XD and they don't baby these pistols in any way either!

I'll give you that Chuck. The testing is impressive and so is not having to get another holster or worry about your gun getting BIGGER as a result of slappin' on a light/laser combo. Could be a decision making point if you carry your XD. I carry but I carry a sub which I doubt they'll be making a LaserMax for anytime soon. When and if they release one, it will most likely be for the 4" Service model since that is what SA sells the most of.

So, with that, I think I'll get the LaserMax (if they ever make one) for my 3" Sub (since I already have an XML light) and get an M6 combo for my 4" Service. Voila! Light AND Laser issue taken care of in one shot (no pun intended). Plus, I have night sights on both so even just low light situations will have a little more clarity than without.

Super Trucker · 01-12-2005, 05:55 PM

In a self defence situation, will you be able to find the on button, to make this thing useful? And are they going to flicker like the 1911 models?

sturmruger · 01-13-2005, 08:03 PM

While having a laser on your gun will not guarantee a hit I have found it to be a wonderful aid in lowlight shooting situations! Since I already dropped $259 on a M6 I don't believe I could justify purchasing a second laser. Of course I have a mount for the M6 on my Mossberg 500 and my Ruger PC9 so another laser wouldn't be such bad thing.

01-10-2005, 07:02 PM	#12
dbrownusarmy XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Southeast GA Posts: 163	I can't understand why someone with a service or tactical XD would want to use a M6 that retails at around $310, if there is a internal laser that would probably retail for around $299. Am I crazy for thinking that? __________________ XD9-Service (DGR#22 Spring) AK-47 Remington 597 .22lr Bushnell Scope "Better to be judged by 12 than carried by 6"

01-10-2005, 07:58 PM	#13
SKYMEDIC XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Michigan Posts: 5	Laser Max for XD, Modifications to frame? Hi guys, In looking at the pics for the lasermax for the glock, the on/off switch looks like it is part of the frame on the glock, was this manufactured from glock like this, or is this something that we will have to have done when this comes out for the xd. Thanks, John Wade __________________ SA XD 9 SubCompact BiTone SA XD 9 4in / Green Trijicon night sights

01-10-2005, 08:08 PM	#14
03RangerXLT XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Atlanta area, Georgia Posts: 2,210	If I remember correctly, the stock take takedown "lever" on the glock is replaced with their custom piece that when pushed in, activates the laser. __________________ -John WAR DAMN EAGLE!!!

01-11-2005, 03:22 PM	#17
C.H.Luke XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 176	"Cool Factor{s}" aside, LaseMax units are made the way they are so the weapon can be used in as normal a way as possible including fitting in a normal holster & drawing from same. The number of rounds they run thru their test/developement guns is very impressive. Even when testing a new proprietary spring it is around 3K of ammo. They have already run thousands of rounds thru a 4" XD and they don't baby these pistols in any way either! __________________ \"Never stop practicing the fundamentals of marksmanship during training. Sight alignment, sight picture & trigger control will determine whether you hit or miss in the end.\" Chuck Taylor

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01-12-2005, 05:55 PM	#19
Super Trucker XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Michigan Posts: 428	In a self defence situation, will you be able to find the on button, to make this thing useful? And are they going to flicker like the 1911 models?

01-13-2005, 08:03 PM	#20
sturmruger XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: River Falls, WI Posts: 665	While having a laser on your gun will not guarantee a hit I have found it to be a wonderful aid in lowlight shooting situations! Since I already dropped $259 on a M6 I don't believe I could justify purchasing a second laser. Of course I have a mount for the M6 on my Mossberg 500 and my Ruger PC9 so another laser wouldn't be such bad thing.