Trace Laser Gripson 1911, anyone use them???

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thinking about upgrading the new R1 Stainless 1911 and was told about these grips with a laser built into the grip. Anyone use them? Does anyone recommend them, or maybe NOT recommend them? $300+ for grips is a good chunk of change out of the next gun purchase so I was hoping for some feedback before I "pull the trigger"

Thanks guys.
 
I had crimson trace grips on my beretta their cool but for punching paper not worth the price tag;it would be different if we could carry.
 
Had them, and found they would get power residue or oil(often) on the place where the laser originates.This would distort the shape of the dot.

YMMV

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One of my 1911's is the Kimber Crimson Trace Pro Carry II. The grip works awesome. Makes for very fast target aquisition. It came zeroed as such to 50'. I zeroed it to my preferred load which was easily done. The laser holds zero well and to date has worked great (~1K rounds). It is, as mentioned, most unfortunate that it is limited to range use....
 
I have them on one of my 1911's. I really like them (especially for load development). My batteries lasted for about a year. Always holds zero and look pretty darn fancy on my new Ruger SR 1911.
 
Pat911 said:
I had one too and I really think they are a waste of money. Go buy 1500 rds instead.
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Those 1500 rounds will be gone long before those grips will.

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If your able to achieve groups like this off hand without the aid of a laser, I would say they aren't worth it for you. If your like me and other 98% of us on here, to be able to group 1.3" at 15 yards, it is well worth the investment. They have only made me a better shooter and reloader. They take out the human error when developing the most accurate load for your firearm. You can film the red dot on the target and slow down the playback on the video to work on your trigger control. People say you get to the point where you rely on the laser and can't shoot without it. I don't find this to be true. The red dot is bright enough that you can see it on target behind the front site. This helps with knowing where to hold at various distances. They are a great tool. If you go to the range just to blast scattered holes as fast as you can at a piece of paper, these aren't for you. If your more into precision bullseye shooting, I would strongly suggest these grips, regardless of experience level.
 
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