Lasermax on Sig P229 (with pics!) - XDTalk Forums - Your HS2000/SA-XD Information Source!

jon3k · 07-07-2006, 10:48 PM

Since they don't make a Lasermax for my XD-45ACP yet, I picked up one for my Sig P229 9mm (aka - "The Plinker").

Initial feelings - AWESOME! I love this little thing. Point of aim is *excellent* and is right on with my sights. They actually installed this thing in a gun and test fired 5 rounds (per the included documentation), to align it properly. The laser is extremely bright and pulses, making it very easy to pick up. My only beef is the right side of the button is a little tight, after working it for a minute or two its already loosening up great. It's also in perfect reaching distance of my weak hand thumb when my thumbs are stacked, so its *easily* reached from either side of the weapon. Had 1,000 rounds of Blazer 9mm and 1,000 rounds of 45ACP show up in the mail today along with this thing, so it should be a fun day at the range tomorrow!

The box

What's in the box

Two springs (9mm and 357sig/40sw, laser, washer, take down lever and instructions)

Button on take down lever from right side

Gun from left side (notice button on take down lever)

Laser from the front of the gun

Take down lever from left side

Another shot from left (I swear it's not this dirty in real life

)

What it looks like when holding it

Honestly, the point of aim looks perfect, but we'll see tomorrow morning at the range. I'll update this thread with some results from shooting tomorrow, and let you guys know what I think.

**Majk** · 07-07-2006, 10:53 PM

Sounds good, looks awesome.

jon3k · 07-09-2006, 02:57 PM

Oh, just FYI - don't expect to see the laser 15 yards out at an outdoor range in the middle of the day

In the evening, once the sun's behind some obstruction, the laser will go farther than you can see.

Overall, very nice laser sight. I figure since 90%+ of the instances of gun use occur in the evening or night it should be very useful. Although, hopefully not

The Tengu · 07-09-2006, 10:12 PM

Does that LaserMax use standard recoil springs?

Nerves · 07-09-2006, 10:16 PM

Looks impresive!!! Please let us know how it goes, I am very interested in seeing a range report with your laser max on that sig. I;ve been looking at the Equinox "sig" for a while now, and I can get a pretty sweet deal on a NIB. So please post your findings.

Corey G · 07-10-2006, 11:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Tengu

Does that LaserMax use standard recoil springs?

No it uses a lasermax spring and can not be switched out with other spring rates-it is replaceable but you have to get another lasermax spring. I find mine in my xd is a lil stiffer then factory but not as stiff as a 22# spring thats for sure.

07-07-2006, 10:48 PM	#1
jon3k XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 109	Lasermax on Sig P229 (with pics!) Since they don't make a Lasermax for my XD-45ACP yet, I picked up one for my Sig P229 9mm (aka - "The Plinker"). Initial feelings - AWESOME! I love this little thing. Point of aim is excellent and is right on with my sights. They actually installed this thing in a gun and test fired 5 rounds (per the included documentation), to align it properly. The laser is extremely bright and pulses, making it very easy to pick up. My only beef is the right side of the button is a little tight, after working it for a minute or two its already loosening up great. It's also in perfect reaching distance of my weak hand thumb when my thumbs are stacked, so its easily reached from either side of the weapon. Had 1,000 rounds of Blazer 9mm and 1,000 rounds of 45ACP show up in the mail today along with this thing, so it should be a fun day at the range tomorrow! The box What's in the box Two springs (9mm and 357sig/40sw, laser, washer, take down lever and instructions) Button on take down lever from right side Gun from left side (notice button on take down lever) Laser from the front of the gun Take down lever from left side Another shot from left (I swear it's not this dirty in real life ) What it looks like when holding it Honestly, the point of aim looks perfect, but we'll see tomorrow morning at the range. I'll update this thread with some results from shooting tomorrow, and let you guys know what I think. __________________ XD-45ACP Service \| Sig P229 \| Remington 870 Express 12ga

07-07-2006, 10:53 PM	#2
Majk XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Nebraska Posts: 2,603	Sounds good, looks awesome. __________________ --------------------------------------------------------- majkthreads Psalm 28:7 "The Lord is my strength and shield; my heart trusts in Him, and I am helped."

07-09-2006, 02:57 PM	#3
jon3k XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 109	Oh, just FYI - don't expect to see the laser 15 yards out at an outdoor range in the middle of the day In the evening, once the sun's behind some obstruction, the laser will go farther than you can see. Overall, very nice laser sight. I figure since 90%+ of the instances of gun use occur in the evening or night it should be very useful. Although, hopefully not __________________ XD-45ACP Service \| Sig P229 \| Remington 870 Express 12ga

07-09-2006, 10:12 PM	#4
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07-09-2006, 10:16 PM	#5
Nerves XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Jacksonville, Fl. Posts: 2,028	Looks impresive!!! Please let us know how it goes, I am very interested in seeing a range report with your laser max on that sig. I;ve been looking at the Equinox "sig" for a while now, and I can get a pretty sweet deal on a NIB. So please post your findings. __________________ \"WHEN YOU PUT ON YOUR GUN LEAVE YOUR MIDDLE FINGER AT HOME\" NRA Member IDPA Member--Wilson Combat CQB (CDP) USPSA Member--New XD 9 Tac & G34 (Production ) IPSC Open Major--STI Trubor Grandmaster CCW's: -- XD-45 ACP 4" with Truglo TFO's & M6 Laser/Light --Kimber Tactical Pro II, ...Many More

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