Laser sights are not meant to replace standard sights\u2014they are an emergency redundant system. If you can see your front sight clearly, that is your Go Code. If a laser red dot appears on the target and that\u2019s the first thing you see then that becomes your Go Code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also, it must be understood that lasers are not a replacement for good training nor are they some type of mystical bullet guidance system. The bottom line is this, get the best equipment you can afford, train with it and know your limitations. If Lasergrips on a compact gun gives you an added level of confidence and comfort I can\u2019t see that as anything other than a big plus when your life is on the line.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Add a Pocket Pistol & Laser Combo to Your Gun Collection","post_excerpt":"Ruger\u2019s pocket pistols and Crimson Trace\u2019s lasers \u2014 the perfect pairing of function and technology!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-pistol-and-laser","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-17 15:56:09","post_modified_gmt":"2023-10-17 19:56:09","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2022\/03\/18\/pocket-pistol-and-laser\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135978,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-01-13 09:00:36","post_date_gmt":"2017-01-13 14:00:36","post_content":"\n\nIllumination is critical in a defensive or CQB scenario. Target identificationis necessary in a low- or no-light\u00a0situation, and there are a variety of AR lights and lasers that can help you gain the upper hand in darkness.\u00a0Picatinny-style rails as well as KeyMod and M-LOK handguards on ARs allow users to mount a tactical light or laser to make fighting in the dark an asset rather than a liability. Here are some great AR lights and lasers that are currently on the market.\n
![\"NAA](\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/NAA-Sidewinder-with-LaserLyte-Mighty-Mouse-Laser-4.jpg\")
The LaserLyte Mighty Mouse laser activates as soon as you properly grip the NAA Sidewinder revolver.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAs far as the laser sight goes, I consider it a perfect complement to the NAA Sidewinder because of its simplicity of operation. Prior to the introduction of the Mighty Mouse laser sight by LaserLyte<\/a>, all mini-revolver laser sights had to be turned on with a push-button or a switch. In my book, that requires too much in the way of fine motor skills when the stress levels are out of sight in a lethal-force situation. The Mighty Mouse has its activation button on the front portion of the grip that covers the frontstrap, so you grab the gun to shoot and the laser instantly turns on.\r\n\r\nPocket Power<\/strong>\r\n\r\n![\"NAA](\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/NAA-Sidewinder-with-LaserLyte-Mighty-Mouse-Laser-2.jpg\")
Here you can see just how tiny NAA\u2019s mini revolvers truly are in hand.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nThe NAA Sidewinder is the pinnacle of the mini revolvers with its swing-out cylinder capability, which translates into simultaneous ejection of empty cases. With the one exception cited previously, the older version could only be loaded or unloaded by removing the cylinder. Essentially, you got done what needed doing in five shots. I was interested in seeing what the cost of having the swing-out cylinder was size- and weight-wise over a standard .22 Magnum mini. I measured a NAA Black Widow and found that the topstrap length was 2.05 inches on it and the Sidewinder. From the top to the bottom of the frame ahead of the cylinder, the Black Widow measured 1.14 inches, while the Sidewinder was 1.22 inches, which is a slight increase to accommodate the cylinder crane assembly. Weight-wise, a standard .22 Magnum mini weighs 5.9 ounces while the Sidewinder is 6.7 ounces. For me, the slight increase in size and weight are well worth it on the Sidewinder.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY:\u00a0Gun Review - North American Arms\u2019 .380 Guardian Pistol with Crimson Trace Lasergrips<\/a><\/strong>\r\n\r\nOther dimensions worth considering are the Sidewinder\u2019s 1-inch barrel, its stainless steel construction, its overall length of 5 inches, its height of 2.87 inches and its width of 1.06 inches. The Sidewinder has a single-action (SA) mechanism, which means it has to be cocked for each shot, but the hammer spur is easily accessible and serrated, and it has a serrated spur trigger. The mini revolver offers operators a front post and a fixed rear notch sight. You can also get it with a .22 LR conversion cylinder to make for less expensive practice. The grips are a smooth, laminated wood.\r\n\r\nLaser Focus<\/strong>\r\n\r\n![\"NAA](\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/NAA-Sidewinder-with-LaserLyte-Mighty-Mouse-Laser-3.jpg\")
The Mighty Mouse makes it easy to get on target quickly in a high- stress situation.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Mighty Mouse by LaserLyte will fit any of the NAA mini revolvers, including the Black Widow, the Pug and other standard models. Besides instant activation, it has the red dot intimidation factor that, thanks to TV, everyone is aware of. The laser unit replaces the factory grip entirely, and a stalk that extends up from the right grip panel projects the laser beam over the top of the cylinder.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY:\u00a016 Concealed Carry Derringers & Mini-Revolvers<\/a><\/strong>\r\n\r\nBuilt from 55-percent glass-filled nylon, the Might Mouse unit is tough, and it attaches to a firearm using a hex-head screw. The right grip panel holds the 3x392 batteries and a coin-slotted compartment cover allows a battery change without having to remove the grips. The unit produces a 5-mW, class IIIA laser and has a constant-on life of over one hour. My sample came with batteries installed and three extras, plus hex wrenches for the grip and sight-adjustment screws and instructions. The tradeoff is the unit adds 0.75 ounces of weight and extends the gun\u2019s width to approximately 1.25 inches.\r\n\r\nI installed the Mighty Mouse on the Sidewinder and tried to adjust it match the revolver\u2019s point of aim (POA) at 7 yards with the fixed sights.\r\n\r\nRange Time<\/strong>\r\n\r\n![\"NAA](\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/NAA-Sidewinder-with-LaserLyte-Mighty-Mouse-Laser-9.jpg\")
\r\n\r\nFor a tiny five-shooter with small sights, the NAA Sidewinder turned out to have plenty of practical accuracy. I used three different .22 Magnum loads shooting from the bench at 7 yards, and my best five-shot group measured 0.69 inches with CCI Maxi-Mag +V 30-grain JHP bullets. Second place went to Winchester PDX1 loads and third place to Hornady Critical Defense. For point of impact\/point of aim, the gun shot slightly low and left with the sights.\r\n\r\nNext, I fired the .22 Magnum cartridges into some ballistic medium to see what kind of expansion and penetration potential the bullets possessed. Penetration using the CCI Maxi-Mag was about 8.75 inches, but the conventional hollow-point bullets didn\u2019t expand. The Hornady Critical Defense went in about 5.25 inches and displayed a classic \u201cmushroom,\u201d while Winchester\u2019s PDX1 projectile folded back the jacket petals, forming jagged points for increased\u00a0soft-tissue damage.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY:\u00a0North American Arms\u2019 Ported .22 Mag Mini-Revolver<\/a><\/strong>\r\n\r\nTo test the Mighty Mouse laser sight, I re-installed the sight and then put up a reduced-sized silhouette target at 15 yards. The Sidewinder was loaded with a mix of the test cartridges and I moved up to the 3-yard line. To my way of thinking, the NAA mini revolvers are for last-ditch, up-close-and-personal engagements.\r\n\r\nHaving to use some Kentucky windage, after a couple of rounds I knew where to put the red dot to hit in the center of the head. I moved back to 7 yards, reloaded and, after putting the dot about 2 o\u2019clock in the 8 ring, I started getting center-mass hits. I had no trouble seeing the red dot at these two distances, but it got pretty challenging at 15 yards in shaded daylight. I had some hits over in the right shoulder area before I walked a couple back into center mass.\r\n\r\nOf note, and it was something I\u2019d anticipated, was that the stalk with the laser projector makes dumping all five empty cases at once improbable. At least one or two cases would be left in the cylinder, and it had to be turned slightly and the ejector rod pushed again to extract them. Again, I don\u2019t think you are going to need over five rounds, and if you do, you\u2019d better get some distance and cover between you and the bad guy(s) before you attempt a reload.\r\n\r\nThe Sidewinder with the LaserLyte riding shotgun was fun to shoot. I\u2019m going to keep working with this laser unit to see if I can get POA matched up tighter with point of impact. At 5 to 9 yards, it won\u2019t make a lot of difference, and I like the intimidation factor of the red dot and the extra time one gets for target identification. Without question, the Mighty Mouse has found a new home on my little Sidewinder, and in a near-future issue of CH<\/i>, I\u2019ll be wringing out NAA\u2019s new micro member of the family\u2014the 4-inch-barreled Sidewinder.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nFOR MORE INFORMATION<\/strong>\r\n\r\nNorth American Arms\r\nhttp:\/\/www.northamericanarms.com<\/a>; 800-821-5783\r\n\r\nLaserLyte\r\nhttp:\/\/www.laserlyte.com<\/a>; 928-649-3970","post_title":"Gun Review: NAA Sidewinder with LaserLyte Mighty Mouse Laser","post_excerpt":"The NAA Sidewinder and Mighty Mouse laser join forces for last-ditch, save-the-day defense. ","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"gun-review-naa-sidewinder-with-laserlyte-mighty-mouse-laser","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 11:43:51","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 11:43:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2015\/12\/10\/gun-review-naa-sidewinder-with-laserlyte-mighty-mouse-laser\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
Laser sights are not meant to replace standard sights\u2014they are an emergency redundant system. If you can see your front sight clearly, that is your Go Code. If a laser red dot appears on the target and that\u2019s the first thing you see then that becomes your Go Code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also, it must be understood that lasers are not a replacement for good training nor are they some type of mystical bullet guidance system. The bottom line is this, get the best equipment you can afford, train with it and know your limitations. If Lasergrips on a compact gun gives you an added level of confidence and comfort I can\u2019t see that as anything other than a big plus when your life is on the line.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Add a Pocket Pistol & Laser Combo to Your Gun Collection","post_excerpt":"Ruger\u2019s pocket pistols and Crimson Trace\u2019s lasers \u2014 the perfect pairing of function and technology!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-pistol-and-laser","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-17 15:56:09","post_modified_gmt":"2023-10-17 19:56:09","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2022\/03\/18\/pocket-pistol-and-laser\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135978,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-01-13 09:00:36","post_date_gmt":"2017-01-13 14:00:36","post_content":"\n\nIllumination is critical in a defensive or CQB scenario. Target identificationis necessary in a low- or no-light\u00a0situation, and there are a variety of AR lights and lasers that can help you gain the upper hand in darkness.\u00a0Picatinny-style rails as well as KeyMod and M-LOK handguards on ARs allow users to mount a tactical light or laser to make fighting in the dark an asset rather than a liability. Here are some great AR lights and lasers that are currently on the market.\n
The LaserLyte Mighty Mouse laser activates as soon as you properly grip the NAA Sidewinder revolver.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAs far as the laser sight goes, I consider it a perfect complement to the NAA Sidewinder because of its simplicity of operation. Prior to the introduction of the Mighty Mouse laser sight by LaserLyte<\/a>, all mini-revolver laser sights had to be turned on with a push-button or a switch. In my book, that requires too much in the way of fine motor skills when the stress levels are out of sight in a lethal-force situation. The Mighty Mouse has its activation button on the front portion of the grip that covers the frontstrap, so you grab the gun to shoot and the laser instantly turns on.\r\n\r\nPocket Power<\/strong>\r\n\r\n Here you can see just how tiny NAA\u2019s mini revolvers truly are in hand.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nThe NAA Sidewinder is the pinnacle of the mini revolvers with its swing-out cylinder capability, which translates into simultaneous ejection of empty cases. With the one exception cited previously, the older version could only be loaded or unloaded by removing the cylinder. Essentially, you got done what needed doing in five shots. I was interested in seeing what the cost of having the swing-out cylinder was size- and weight-wise over a standard .22 Magnum mini. I measured a NAA Black Widow and found that the topstrap length was 2.05 inches on it and the Sidewinder. From the top to the bottom of the frame ahead of the cylinder, the Black Widow measured 1.14 inches, while the Sidewinder was 1.22 inches, which is a slight increase to accommodate the cylinder crane assembly. Weight-wise, a standard .22 Magnum mini weighs 5.9 ounces while the Sidewinder is 6.7 ounces. For me, the slight increase in size and weight are well worth it on the Sidewinder.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY:\u00a0Gun Review - North American Arms\u2019 .380 Guardian Pistol with Crimson Trace Lasergrips<\/a><\/strong>\r\n\r\nOther dimensions worth considering are the Sidewinder\u2019s 1-inch barrel, its stainless steel construction, its overall length of 5 inches, its height of 2.87 inches and its width of 1.06 inches. The Sidewinder has a single-action (SA) mechanism, which means it has to be cocked for each shot, but the hammer spur is easily accessible and serrated, and it has a serrated spur trigger. The mini revolver offers operators a front post and a fixed rear notch sight. You can also get it with a .22 LR conversion cylinder to make for less expensive practice. The grips are a smooth, laminated wood.\r\n\r\nLaser Focus<\/strong>\r\n\r\n The Mighty Mouse makes it easy to get on target quickly in a high- stress situation.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Mighty Mouse by LaserLyte will fit any of the NAA mini revolvers, including the Black Widow, the Pug and other standard models. Besides instant activation, it has the red dot intimidation factor that, thanks to TV, everyone is aware of. The laser unit replaces the factory grip entirely, and a stalk that extends up from the right grip panel projects the laser beam over the top of the cylinder.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY:\u00a016 Concealed Carry Derringers & Mini-Revolvers<\/a><\/strong>\r\n\r\nBuilt from 55-percent glass-filled nylon, the Might Mouse unit is tough, and it attaches to a firearm using a hex-head screw. The right grip panel holds the 3x392 batteries and a coin-slotted compartment cover allows a battery change without having to remove the grips. The unit produces a 5-mW, class IIIA laser and has a constant-on life of over one hour. My sample came with batteries installed and three extras, plus hex wrenches for the grip and sight-adjustment screws and instructions. The tradeoff is the unit adds 0.75 ounces of weight and extends the gun\u2019s width to approximately 1.25 inches.\r\n\r\nI installed the Mighty Mouse on the Sidewinder and tried to adjust it match the revolver\u2019s point of aim (POA) at 7 yards with the fixed sights.\r\n\r\nRange Time<\/strong>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nFor a tiny five-shooter with small sights, the NAA Sidewinder turned out to have plenty of practical accuracy. I used three different .22 Magnum loads shooting from the bench at 7 yards, and my best five-shot group measured 0.69 inches with CCI Maxi-Mag +V 30-grain JHP bullets. Second place went to Winchester PDX1 loads and third place to Hornady Critical Defense. For point of impact\/point of aim, the gun shot slightly low and left with the sights.\r\n\r\nNext, I fired the .22 Magnum cartridges into some ballistic medium to see what kind of expansion and penetration potential the bullets possessed. Penetration using the CCI Maxi-Mag was about 8.75 inches, but the conventional hollow-point bullets didn\u2019t expand. The Hornady Critical Defense went in about 5.25 inches and displayed a classic \u201cmushroom,\u201d while Winchester\u2019s PDX1 projectile folded back the jacket petals, forming jagged points for increased\u00a0soft-tissue damage.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY:\u00a0North American Arms\u2019 Ported .22 Mag Mini-Revolver<\/a><\/strong>\r\n\r\nTo test the Mighty Mouse laser sight, I re-installed the sight and then put up a reduced-sized silhouette target at 15 yards. The Sidewinder was loaded with a mix of the test cartridges and I moved up to the 3-yard line. To my way of thinking, the NAA mini revolvers are for last-ditch, up-close-and-personal engagements.\r\n\r\nHaving to use some Kentucky windage, after a couple of rounds I knew where to put the red dot to hit in the center of the head. I moved back to 7 yards, reloaded and, after putting the dot about 2 o\u2019clock in the 8 ring, I started getting center-mass hits. I had no trouble seeing the red dot at these two distances, but it got pretty challenging at 15 yards in shaded daylight. I had some hits over in the right shoulder area before I walked a couple back into center mass.\r\n\r\nOf note, and it was something I\u2019d anticipated, was that the stalk with the laser projector makes dumping all five empty cases at once improbable. At least one or two cases would be left in the cylinder, and it had to be turned slightly and the ejector rod pushed again to extract them. Again, I don\u2019t think you are going to need over five rounds, and if you do, you\u2019d better get some distance and cover between you and the bad guy(s) before you attempt a reload.\r\n\r\nThe Sidewinder with the LaserLyte riding shotgun was fun to shoot. I\u2019m going to keep working with this laser unit to see if I can get POA matched up tighter with point of impact. At 5 to 9 yards, it won\u2019t make a lot of difference, and I like the intimidation factor of the red dot and the extra time one gets for target identification. Without question, the Mighty Mouse has found a new home on my little Sidewinder, and in a near-future issue of CH<\/i>, I\u2019ll be wringing out NAA\u2019s new micro member of the family\u2014the 4-inch-barreled Sidewinder.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nFOR MORE INFORMATION<\/strong>\r\n\r\nNorth American Arms\r\nhttp:\/\/www.northamericanarms.com<\/a>; 800-821-5783\r\n\r\nLaserLyte\r\nhttp:\/\/www.laserlyte.com<\/a>; 928-649-3970","post_title":"Gun Review: NAA Sidewinder with LaserLyte Mighty Mouse Laser","post_excerpt":"The NAA Sidewinder and Mighty Mouse laser join forces for last-ditch, save-the-day defense. 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The most important tool in a fight is the brain. Once your brain has given you permission to fire your weapon, you need one other indicator or \u201cGo Code\u201d that tells you the weapon is properly aligned with the target. That Go Code can be a clear front sight, indexed on the threat. Should you be unable to discern a clear front sight, this is where the laser shines (forgive the pun).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Laser sights are not meant to replace standard sights\u2014they are an emergency redundant system. If you can see your front sight clearly, that is your Go Code. If a laser red dot appears on the target and that\u2019s the first thing you see then that becomes your Go Code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also, it must be understood that lasers are not a replacement for good training nor are they some type of mystical bullet guidance system. The bottom line is this, get the best equipment you can afford, train with it and know your limitations. If Lasergrips on a compact gun gives you an added level of confidence and comfort I can\u2019t see that as anything other than a big plus when your life is on the line.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Add a Pocket Pistol & Laser Combo to Your Gun Collection","post_excerpt":"Ruger\u2019s pocket pistols and Crimson Trace\u2019s lasers \u2014 the perfect pairing of function and technology!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-pistol-and-laser","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-17 15:56:09","post_modified_gmt":"2023-10-17 19:56:09","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2022\/03\/18\/pocket-pistol-and-laser\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135978,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-01-13 09:00:36","post_date_gmt":"2017-01-13 14:00:36","post_content":"\n\nIllumination is critical in a defensive or CQB scenario. Target identificationis necessary in a low- or no-light\u00a0situation, and there are a variety of AR lights and lasers that can help you gain the upper hand in darkness.\u00a0Picatinny-style rails as well as KeyMod and M-LOK handguards on ARs allow users to mount a tactical light or laser to make fighting in the dark an asset rather than a liability. Here are some great AR lights and lasers that are currently on the market.\n
The LaserLyte Mighty Mouse laser activates as soon as you properly grip the NAA Sidewinder revolver.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAs far as the laser sight goes, I consider it a perfect complement to the NAA Sidewinder because of its simplicity of operation. Prior to the introduction of the Mighty Mouse laser sight by LaserLyte<\/a>, all mini-revolver laser sights had to be turned on with a push-button or a switch. In my book, that requires too much in the way of fine motor skills when the stress levels are out of sight in a lethal-force situation. The Mighty Mouse has its activation button on the front portion of the grip that covers the frontstrap, so you grab the gun to shoot and the laser instantly turns on.\r\n\r\nPocket Power<\/strong>\r\n\r\n Here you can see just how tiny NAA\u2019s mini revolvers truly are in hand.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nThe NAA Sidewinder is the pinnacle of the mini revolvers with its swing-out cylinder capability, which translates into simultaneous ejection of empty cases. With the one exception cited previously, the older version could only be loaded or unloaded by removing the cylinder. Essentially, you got done what needed doing in five shots. I was interested in seeing what the cost of having the swing-out cylinder was size- and weight-wise over a standard .22 Magnum mini. I measured a NAA Black Widow and found that the topstrap length was 2.05 inches on it and the Sidewinder. From the top to the bottom of the frame ahead of the cylinder, the Black Widow measured 1.14 inches, while the Sidewinder was 1.22 inches, which is a slight increase to accommodate the cylinder crane assembly. Weight-wise, a standard .22 Magnum mini weighs 5.9 ounces while the Sidewinder is 6.7 ounces. For me, the slight increase in size and weight are well worth it on the Sidewinder.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY:\u00a0Gun Review - North American Arms\u2019 .380 Guardian Pistol with Crimson Trace Lasergrips<\/a><\/strong>\r\n\r\nOther dimensions worth considering are the Sidewinder\u2019s 1-inch barrel, its stainless steel construction, its overall length of 5 inches, its height of 2.87 inches and its width of 1.06 inches. The Sidewinder has a single-action (SA) mechanism, which means it has to be cocked for each shot, but the hammer spur is easily accessible and serrated, and it has a serrated spur trigger. The mini revolver offers operators a front post and a fixed rear notch sight. You can also get it with a .22 LR conversion cylinder to make for less expensive practice. The grips are a smooth, laminated wood.\r\n\r\nLaser Focus<\/strong>\r\n\r\n The Mighty Mouse makes it easy to get on target quickly in a high- stress situation.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Mighty Mouse by LaserLyte will fit any of the NAA mini revolvers, including the Black Widow, the Pug and other standard models. Besides instant activation, it has the red dot intimidation factor that, thanks to TV, everyone is aware of. The laser unit replaces the factory grip entirely, and a stalk that extends up from the right grip panel projects the laser beam over the top of the cylinder.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY:\u00a016 Concealed Carry Derringers & Mini-Revolvers<\/a><\/strong>\r\n\r\nBuilt from 55-percent glass-filled nylon, the Might Mouse unit is tough, and it attaches to a firearm using a hex-head screw. The right grip panel holds the 3x392 batteries and a coin-slotted compartment cover allows a battery change without having to remove the grips. The unit produces a 5-mW, class IIIA laser and has a constant-on life of over one hour. My sample came with batteries installed and three extras, plus hex wrenches for the grip and sight-adjustment screws and instructions. The tradeoff is the unit adds 0.75 ounces of weight and extends the gun\u2019s width to approximately 1.25 inches.\r\n\r\nI installed the Mighty Mouse on the Sidewinder and tried to adjust it match the revolver\u2019s point of aim (POA) at 7 yards with the fixed sights.\r\n\r\nRange Time<\/strong>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nFor a tiny five-shooter with small sights, the NAA Sidewinder turned out to have plenty of practical accuracy. I used three different .22 Magnum loads shooting from the bench at 7 yards, and my best five-shot group measured 0.69 inches with CCI Maxi-Mag +V 30-grain JHP bullets. Second place went to Winchester PDX1 loads and third place to Hornady Critical Defense. For point of impact\/point of aim, the gun shot slightly low and left with the sights.\r\n\r\nNext, I fired the .22 Magnum cartridges into some ballistic medium to see what kind of expansion and penetration potential the bullets possessed. Penetration using the CCI Maxi-Mag was about 8.75 inches, but the conventional hollow-point bullets didn\u2019t expand. The Hornady Critical Defense went in about 5.25 inches and displayed a classic \u201cmushroom,\u201d while Winchester\u2019s PDX1 projectile folded back the jacket petals, forming jagged points for increased\u00a0soft-tissue damage.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY:\u00a0North American Arms\u2019 Ported .22 Mag Mini-Revolver<\/a><\/strong>\r\n\r\nTo test the Mighty Mouse laser sight, I re-installed the sight and then put up a reduced-sized silhouette target at 15 yards. The Sidewinder was loaded with a mix of the test cartridges and I moved up to the 3-yard line. To my way of thinking, the NAA mini revolvers are for last-ditch, up-close-and-personal engagements.\r\n\r\nHaving to use some Kentucky windage, after a couple of rounds I knew where to put the red dot to hit in the center of the head. I moved back to 7 yards, reloaded and, after putting the dot about 2 o\u2019clock in the 8 ring, I started getting center-mass hits. I had no trouble seeing the red dot at these two distances, but it got pretty challenging at 15 yards in shaded daylight. I had some hits over in the right shoulder area before I walked a couple back into center mass.\r\n\r\nOf note, and it was something I\u2019d anticipated, was that the stalk with the laser projector makes dumping all five empty cases at once improbable. At least one or two cases would be left in the cylinder, and it had to be turned slightly and the ejector rod pushed again to extract them. Again, I don\u2019t think you are going to need over five rounds, and if you do, you\u2019d better get some distance and cover between you and the bad guy(s) before you attempt a reload.\r\n\r\nThe Sidewinder with the LaserLyte riding shotgun was fun to shoot. I\u2019m going to keep working with this laser unit to see if I can get POA matched up tighter with point of impact. At 5 to 9 yards, it won\u2019t make a lot of difference, and I like the intimidation factor of the red dot and the extra time one gets for target identification. Without question, the Mighty Mouse has found a new home on my little Sidewinder, and in a near-future issue of CH<\/i>, I\u2019ll be wringing out NAA\u2019s new micro member of the family\u2014the 4-inch-barreled Sidewinder.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nFOR MORE INFORMATION<\/strong>\r\n\r\nNorth American Arms\r\nhttp:\/\/www.northamericanarms.com<\/a>; 800-821-5783\r\n\r\nLaserLyte\r\nhttp:\/\/www.laserlyte.com<\/a>; 928-649-3970","post_title":"Gun Review: NAA Sidewinder with LaserLyte Mighty Mouse Laser","post_excerpt":"The NAA Sidewinder and Mighty Mouse laser join forces for last-ditch, save-the-day defense. 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Pressing the trigger during a deadly force encounter is not a simple task. We, the good guys, play by a set of moral and legal rules. As such, we must be absolutely sure of our target and what is around it. We must have as much mental clarity as we can muster and be sure that we are doing what is absolutely necessary. Morality or legality does not handicap the bad guys\u2014that\u2019s what makes them the bad guys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The most important tool in a fight is the brain. Once your brain has given you permission to fire your weapon, you need one other indicator or \u201cGo Code\u201d that tells you the weapon is properly aligned with the target. That Go Code can be a clear front sight, indexed on the threat. Should you be unable to discern a clear front sight, this is where the laser shines (forgive the pun).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Laser sights are not meant to replace standard sights\u2014they are an emergency redundant system. If you can see your front sight clearly, that is your Go Code. If a laser red dot appears on the target and that\u2019s the first thing you see then that becomes your Go Code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also, it must be understood that lasers are not a replacement for good training nor are they some type of mystical bullet guidance system. The bottom line is this, get the best equipment you can afford, train with it and know your limitations. If Lasergrips on a compact gun gives you an added level of confidence and comfort I can\u2019t see that as anything other than a big plus when your life is on the line.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Add a Pocket Pistol & Laser Combo to Your Gun Collection","post_excerpt":"Ruger\u2019s pocket pistols and Crimson Trace\u2019s lasers \u2014 the perfect pairing of function and technology!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-pistol-and-laser","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-17 15:56:09","post_modified_gmt":"2023-10-17 19:56:09","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2022\/03\/18\/pocket-pistol-and-laser\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135978,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-01-13 09:00:36","post_date_gmt":"2017-01-13 14:00:36","post_content":"\n\nIllumination is critical in a defensive or CQB scenario. Target identificationis necessary in a low- or no-light\u00a0situation, and there are a variety of AR lights and lasers that can help you gain the upper hand in darkness.\u00a0Picatinny-style rails as well as KeyMod and M-LOK handguards on ARs allow users to mount a tactical light or laser to make fighting in the dark an asset rather than a liability. Here are some great AR lights and lasers that are currently on the market.\n
The LaserLyte Mighty Mouse laser activates as soon as you properly grip the NAA Sidewinder revolver.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAs far as the laser sight goes, I consider it a perfect complement to the NAA Sidewinder because of its simplicity of operation. Prior to the introduction of the Mighty Mouse laser sight by LaserLyte<\/a>, all mini-revolver laser sights had to be turned on with a push-button or a switch. In my book, that requires too much in the way of fine motor skills when the stress levels are out of sight in a lethal-force situation. The Mighty Mouse has its activation button on the front portion of the grip that covers the frontstrap, so you grab the gun to shoot and the laser instantly turns on.\r\n\r\nPocket Power<\/strong>\r\n\r\n Here you can see just how tiny NAA\u2019s mini revolvers truly are in hand.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nThe NAA Sidewinder is the pinnacle of the mini revolvers with its swing-out cylinder capability, which translates into simultaneous ejection of empty cases. With the one exception cited previously, the older version could only be loaded or unloaded by removing the cylinder. Essentially, you got done what needed doing in five shots. I was interested in seeing what the cost of having the swing-out cylinder was size- and weight-wise over a standard .22 Magnum mini. I measured a NAA Black Widow and found that the topstrap length was 2.05 inches on it and the Sidewinder. From the top to the bottom of the frame ahead of the cylinder, the Black Widow measured 1.14 inches, while the Sidewinder was 1.22 inches, which is a slight increase to accommodate the cylinder crane assembly. Weight-wise, a standard .22 Magnum mini weighs 5.9 ounces while the Sidewinder is 6.7 ounces. For me, the slight increase in size and weight are well worth it on the Sidewinder.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY:\u00a0Gun Review - North American Arms\u2019 .380 Guardian Pistol with Crimson Trace Lasergrips<\/a><\/strong>\r\n\r\nOther dimensions worth considering are the Sidewinder\u2019s 1-inch barrel, its stainless steel construction, its overall length of 5 inches, its height of 2.87 inches and its width of 1.06 inches. The Sidewinder has a single-action (SA) mechanism, which means it has to be cocked for each shot, but the hammer spur is easily accessible and serrated, and it has a serrated spur trigger. The mini revolver offers operators a front post and a fixed rear notch sight. You can also get it with a .22 LR conversion cylinder to make for less expensive practice. The grips are a smooth, laminated wood.\r\n\r\nLaser Focus<\/strong>\r\n\r\n The Mighty Mouse makes it easy to get on target quickly in a high- stress situation.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Mighty Mouse by LaserLyte will fit any of the NAA mini revolvers, including the Black Widow, the Pug and other standard models. Besides instant activation, it has the red dot intimidation factor that, thanks to TV, everyone is aware of. The laser unit replaces the factory grip entirely, and a stalk that extends up from the right grip panel projects the laser beam over the top of the cylinder.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY:\u00a016 Concealed Carry Derringers & Mini-Revolvers<\/a><\/strong>\r\n\r\nBuilt from 55-percent glass-filled nylon, the Might Mouse unit is tough, and it attaches to a firearm using a hex-head screw. The right grip panel holds the 3x392 batteries and a coin-slotted compartment cover allows a battery change without having to remove the grips. The unit produces a 5-mW, class IIIA laser and has a constant-on life of over one hour. My sample came with batteries installed and three extras, plus hex wrenches for the grip and sight-adjustment screws and instructions. The tradeoff is the unit adds 0.75 ounces of weight and extends the gun\u2019s width to approximately 1.25 inches.\r\n\r\nI installed the Mighty Mouse on the Sidewinder and tried to adjust it match the revolver\u2019s point of aim (POA) at 7 yards with the fixed sights.\r\n\r\nRange Time<\/strong>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nFor a tiny five-shooter with small sights, the NAA Sidewinder turned out to have plenty of practical accuracy. I used three different .22 Magnum loads shooting from the bench at 7 yards, and my best five-shot group measured 0.69 inches with CCI Maxi-Mag +V 30-grain JHP bullets. Second place went to Winchester PDX1 loads and third place to Hornady Critical Defense. For point of impact\/point of aim, the gun shot slightly low and left with the sights.\r\n\r\nNext, I fired the .22 Magnum cartridges into some ballistic medium to see what kind of expansion and penetration potential the bullets possessed. Penetration using the CCI Maxi-Mag was about 8.75 inches, but the conventional hollow-point bullets didn\u2019t expand. The Hornady Critical Defense went in about 5.25 inches and displayed a classic \u201cmushroom,\u201d while Winchester\u2019s PDX1 projectile folded back the jacket petals, forming jagged points for increased\u00a0soft-tissue damage.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY:\u00a0North American Arms\u2019 Ported .22 Mag Mini-Revolver<\/a><\/strong>\r\n\r\nTo test the Mighty Mouse laser sight, I re-installed the sight and then put up a reduced-sized silhouette target at 15 yards. The Sidewinder was loaded with a mix of the test cartridges and I moved up to the 3-yard line. To my way of thinking, the NAA mini revolvers are for last-ditch, up-close-and-personal engagements.\r\n\r\nHaving to use some Kentucky windage, after a couple of rounds I knew where to put the red dot to hit in the center of the head. I moved back to 7 yards, reloaded and, after putting the dot about 2 o\u2019clock in the 8 ring, I started getting center-mass hits. I had no trouble seeing the red dot at these two distances, but it got pretty challenging at 15 yards in shaded daylight. I had some hits over in the right shoulder area before I walked a couple back into center mass.\r\n\r\nOf note, and it was something I\u2019d anticipated, was that the stalk with the laser projector makes dumping all five empty cases at once improbable. At least one or two cases would be left in the cylinder, and it had to be turned slightly and the ejector rod pushed again to extract them. Again, I don\u2019t think you are going to need over five rounds, and if you do, you\u2019d better get some distance and cover between you and the bad guy(s) before you attempt a reload.\r\n\r\nThe Sidewinder with the LaserLyte riding shotgun was fun to shoot. I\u2019m going to keep working with this laser unit to see if I can get POA matched up tighter with point of impact. At 5 to 9 yards, it won\u2019t make a lot of difference, and I like the intimidation factor of the red dot and the extra time one gets for target identification. Without question, the Mighty Mouse has found a new home on my little Sidewinder, and in a near-future issue of CH<\/i>, I\u2019ll be wringing out NAA\u2019s new micro member of the family\u2014the 4-inch-barreled Sidewinder.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nFOR MORE INFORMATION<\/strong>\r\n\r\nNorth American Arms\r\nhttp:\/\/www.northamericanarms.com<\/a>; 800-821-5783\r\n\r\nLaserLyte\r\nhttp:\/\/www.laserlyte.com<\/a>; 928-649-3970","post_title":"Gun Review: NAA Sidewinder with LaserLyte Mighty Mouse Laser","post_excerpt":"The NAA Sidewinder and Mighty Mouse laser join forces for last-ditch, save-the-day defense. 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Does this mean every attack occurs in poor light and up close? No, of course, it does not. However, if you find yourself in ample light with distance between you and your attacker, that is a rare case, and you are ahead of the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pressing the trigger during a deadly force encounter is not a simple task. We, the good guys, play by a set of moral and legal rules. As such, we must be absolutely sure of our target and what is around it. We must have as much mental clarity as we can muster and be sure that we are doing what is absolutely necessary. Morality or legality does not handicap the bad guys\u2014that\u2019s what makes them the bad guys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The most important tool in a fight is the brain. Once your brain has given you permission to fire your weapon, you need one other indicator or \u201cGo Code\u201d that tells you the weapon is properly aligned with the target. That Go Code can be a clear front sight, indexed on the threat. Should you be unable to discern a clear front sight, this is where the laser shines (forgive the pun).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Laser sights are not meant to replace standard sights\u2014they are an emergency redundant system. If you can see your front sight clearly, that is your Go Code. If a laser red dot appears on the target and that\u2019s the first thing you see then that becomes your Go Code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also, it must be understood that lasers are not a replacement for good training nor are they some type of mystical bullet guidance system. The bottom line is this, get the best equipment you can afford, train with it and know your limitations. If Lasergrips on a compact gun gives you an added level of confidence and comfort I can\u2019t see that as anything other than a big plus when your life is on the line.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Add a Pocket Pistol & Laser Combo to Your Gun Collection","post_excerpt":"Ruger\u2019s pocket pistols and Crimson Trace\u2019s lasers \u2014 the perfect pairing of function and technology!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-pistol-and-laser","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-17 15:56:09","post_modified_gmt":"2023-10-17 19:56:09","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2022\/03\/18\/pocket-pistol-and-laser\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135978,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-01-13 09:00:36","post_date_gmt":"2017-01-13 14:00:36","post_content":"\n\nIllumination is critical in a defensive or CQB scenario. Target identificationis necessary in a low- or no-light\u00a0situation, and there are a variety of AR lights and lasers that can help you gain the upper hand in darkness.\u00a0Picatinny-style rails as well as KeyMod and M-LOK handguards on ARs allow users to mount a tactical light or laser to make fighting in the dark an asset rather than a liability. Here are some great AR lights and lasers that are currently on the market.\n
The LaserLyte Mighty Mouse laser activates as soon as you properly grip the NAA Sidewinder revolver.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAs far as the laser sight goes, I consider it a perfect complement to the NAA Sidewinder because of its simplicity of operation. Prior to the introduction of the Mighty Mouse laser sight by LaserLyte<\/a>, all mini-revolver laser sights had to be turned on with a push-button or a switch. In my book, that requires too much in the way of fine motor skills when the stress levels are out of sight in a lethal-force situation. The Mighty Mouse has its activation button on the front portion of the grip that covers the frontstrap, so you grab the gun to shoot and the laser instantly turns on.\r\n\r\nPocket Power<\/strong>\r\n\r\n Here you can see just how tiny NAA\u2019s mini revolvers truly are in hand.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nThe NAA Sidewinder is the pinnacle of the mini revolvers with its swing-out cylinder capability, which translates into simultaneous ejection of empty cases. With the one exception cited previously, the older version could only be loaded or unloaded by removing the cylinder. Essentially, you got done what needed doing in five shots. I was interested in seeing what the cost of having the swing-out cylinder was size- and weight-wise over a standard .22 Magnum mini. I measured a NAA Black Widow and found that the topstrap length was 2.05 inches on it and the Sidewinder. From the top to the bottom of the frame ahead of the cylinder, the Black Widow measured 1.14 inches, while the Sidewinder was 1.22 inches, which is a slight increase to accommodate the cylinder crane assembly. Weight-wise, a standard .22 Magnum mini weighs 5.9 ounces while the Sidewinder is 6.7 ounces. For me, the slight increase in size and weight are well worth it on the Sidewinder.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY:\u00a0Gun Review - North American Arms\u2019 .380 Guardian Pistol with Crimson Trace Lasergrips<\/a><\/strong>\r\n\r\nOther dimensions worth considering are the Sidewinder\u2019s 1-inch barrel, its stainless steel construction, its overall length of 5 inches, its height of 2.87 inches and its width of 1.06 inches. The Sidewinder has a single-action (SA) mechanism, which means it has to be cocked for each shot, but the hammer spur is easily accessible and serrated, and it has a serrated spur trigger. The mini revolver offers operators a front post and a fixed rear notch sight. You can also get it with a .22 LR conversion cylinder to make for less expensive practice. The grips are a smooth, laminated wood.\r\n\r\nLaser Focus<\/strong>\r\n\r\n The Mighty Mouse makes it easy to get on target quickly in a high- stress situation.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Mighty Mouse by LaserLyte will fit any of the NAA mini revolvers, including the Black Widow, the Pug and other standard models. Besides instant activation, it has the red dot intimidation factor that, thanks to TV, everyone is aware of. The laser unit replaces the factory grip entirely, and a stalk that extends up from the right grip panel projects the laser beam over the top of the cylinder.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY:\u00a016 Concealed Carry Derringers & Mini-Revolvers<\/a><\/strong>\r\n\r\nBuilt from 55-percent glass-filled nylon, the Might Mouse unit is tough, and it attaches to a firearm using a hex-head screw. The right grip panel holds the 3x392 batteries and a coin-slotted compartment cover allows a battery change without having to remove the grips. The unit produces a 5-mW, class IIIA laser and has a constant-on life of over one hour. My sample came with batteries installed and three extras, plus hex wrenches for the grip and sight-adjustment screws and instructions. The tradeoff is the unit adds 0.75 ounces of weight and extends the gun\u2019s width to approximately 1.25 inches.\r\n\r\nI installed the Mighty Mouse on the Sidewinder and tried to adjust it match the revolver\u2019s point of aim (POA) at 7 yards with the fixed sights.\r\n\r\nRange Time<\/strong>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nFor a tiny five-shooter with small sights, the NAA Sidewinder turned out to have plenty of practical accuracy. I used three different .22 Magnum loads shooting from the bench at 7 yards, and my best five-shot group measured 0.69 inches with CCI Maxi-Mag +V 30-grain JHP bullets. Second place went to Winchester PDX1 loads and third place to Hornady Critical Defense. For point of impact\/point of aim, the gun shot slightly low and left with the sights.\r\n\r\nNext, I fired the .22 Magnum cartridges into some ballistic medium to see what kind of expansion and penetration potential the bullets possessed. Penetration using the CCI Maxi-Mag was about 8.75 inches, but the conventional hollow-point bullets didn\u2019t expand. The Hornady Critical Defense went in about 5.25 inches and displayed a classic \u201cmushroom,\u201d while Winchester\u2019s PDX1 projectile folded back the jacket petals, forming jagged points for increased\u00a0soft-tissue damage.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY:\u00a0North American Arms\u2019 Ported .22 Mag Mini-Revolver<\/a><\/strong>\r\n\r\nTo test the Mighty Mouse laser sight, I re-installed the sight and then put up a reduced-sized silhouette target at 15 yards. The Sidewinder was loaded with a mix of the test cartridges and I moved up to the 3-yard line. To my way of thinking, the NAA mini revolvers are for last-ditch, up-close-and-personal engagements.\r\n\r\nHaving to use some Kentucky windage, after a couple of rounds I knew where to put the red dot to hit in the center of the head. I moved back to 7 yards, reloaded and, after putting the dot about 2 o\u2019clock in the 8 ring, I started getting center-mass hits. I had no trouble seeing the red dot at these two distances, but it got pretty challenging at 15 yards in shaded daylight. I had some hits over in the right shoulder area before I walked a couple back into center mass.\r\n\r\nOf note, and it was something I\u2019d anticipated, was that the stalk with the laser projector makes dumping all five empty cases at once improbable. At least one or two cases would be left in the cylinder, and it had to be turned slightly and the ejector rod pushed again to extract them. Again, I don\u2019t think you are going to need over five rounds, and if you do, you\u2019d better get some distance and cover between you and the bad guy(s) before you attempt a reload.\r\n\r\nThe Sidewinder with the LaserLyte riding shotgun was fun to shoot. I\u2019m going to keep working with this laser unit to see if I can get POA matched up tighter with point of impact. At 5 to 9 yards, it won\u2019t make a lot of difference, and I like the intimidation factor of the red dot and the extra time one gets for target identification. Without question, the Mighty Mouse has found a new home on my little Sidewinder, and in a near-future issue of CH<\/i>, I\u2019ll be wringing out NAA\u2019s new micro member of the family\u2014the 4-inch-barreled Sidewinder.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nFOR MORE INFORMATION<\/strong>\r\n\r\nNorth American Arms\r\nhttp:\/\/www.northamericanarms.com<\/a>; 800-821-5783\r\n\r\nLaserLyte\r\nhttp:\/\/www.laserlyte.com<\/a>; 928-649-3970","post_title":"Gun Review: NAA Sidewinder with LaserLyte Mighty Mouse Laser","post_excerpt":"The NAA Sidewinder and Mighty Mouse laser join forces for last-ditch, save-the-day defense. 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If all of your practice is on the square range in daylight, it is difficult to truly understand a laser-aiming device's benefits. Read the FBI statistics on Law Enforcement Officers Killed in the Line of Duty. You will see that the majority of felonious assaults on cops take place during hours of darkness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Does this mean every attack occurs in poor light and up close? No, of course, it does not. However, if you find yourself in ample light with distance between you and your attacker, that is a rare case, and you are ahead of the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pressing the trigger during a deadly force encounter is not a simple task. We, the good guys, play by a set of moral and legal rules. As such, we must be absolutely sure of our target and what is around it. We must have as much mental clarity as we can muster and be sure that we are doing what is absolutely necessary. Morality or legality does not handicap the bad guys\u2014that\u2019s what makes them the bad guys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The most important tool in a fight is the brain. Once your brain has given you permission to fire your weapon, you need one other indicator or \u201cGo Code\u201d that tells you the weapon is properly aligned with the target. That Go Code can be a clear front sight, indexed on the threat. Should you be unable to discern a clear front sight, this is where the laser shines (forgive the pun).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Laser sights are not meant to replace standard sights\u2014they are an emergency redundant system. If you can see your front sight clearly, that is your Go Code. If a laser red dot appears on the target and that\u2019s the first thing you see then that becomes your Go Code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also, it must be understood that lasers are not a replacement for good training nor are they some type of mystical bullet guidance system. The bottom line is this, get the best equipment you can afford, train with it and know your limitations. If Lasergrips on a compact gun gives you an added level of confidence and comfort I can\u2019t see that as anything other than a big plus when your life is on the line.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Add a Pocket Pistol & Laser Combo to Your Gun Collection","post_excerpt":"Ruger\u2019s pocket pistols and Crimson Trace\u2019s lasers \u2014 the perfect pairing of function and technology!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-pistol-and-laser","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-17 15:56:09","post_modified_gmt":"2023-10-17 19:56:09","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2022\/03\/18\/pocket-pistol-and-laser\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135978,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-01-13 09:00:36","post_date_gmt":"2017-01-13 14:00:36","post_content":"\n\nIllumination is critical in a defensive or CQB scenario. Target identificationis necessary in a low- or no-light\u00a0situation, and there are a variety of AR lights and lasers that can help you gain the upper hand in darkness.\u00a0Picatinny-style rails as well as KeyMod and M-LOK handguards on ARs allow users to mount a tactical light or laser to make fighting in the dark an asset rather than a liability. Here are some great AR lights and lasers that are currently on the market.\n
The LaserLyte Mighty Mouse laser activates as soon as you properly grip the NAA Sidewinder revolver.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAs far as the laser sight goes, I consider it a perfect complement to the NAA Sidewinder because of its simplicity of operation. Prior to the introduction of the Mighty Mouse laser sight by LaserLyte<\/a>, all mini-revolver laser sights had to be turned on with a push-button or a switch. In my book, that requires too much in the way of fine motor skills when the stress levels are out of sight in a lethal-force situation. The Mighty Mouse has its activation button on the front portion of the grip that covers the frontstrap, so you grab the gun to shoot and the laser instantly turns on.\r\n\r\nPocket Power<\/strong>\r\n\r\n Here you can see just how tiny NAA\u2019s mini revolvers truly are in hand.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nThe NAA Sidewinder is the pinnacle of the mini revolvers with its swing-out cylinder capability, which translates into simultaneous ejection of empty cases. With the one exception cited previously, the older version could only be loaded or unloaded by removing the cylinder. Essentially, you got done what needed doing in five shots. I was interested in seeing what the cost of having the swing-out cylinder was size- and weight-wise over a standard .22 Magnum mini. I measured a NAA Black Widow and found that the topstrap length was 2.05 inches on it and the Sidewinder. From the top to the bottom of the frame ahead of the cylinder, the Black Widow measured 1.14 inches, while the Sidewinder was 1.22 inches, which is a slight increase to accommodate the cylinder crane assembly. Weight-wise, a standard .22 Magnum mini weighs 5.9 ounces while the Sidewinder is 6.7 ounces. For me, the slight increase in size and weight are well worth it on the Sidewinder.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY:\u00a0Gun Review - North American Arms\u2019 .380 Guardian Pistol with Crimson Trace Lasergrips<\/a><\/strong>\r\n\r\nOther dimensions worth considering are the Sidewinder\u2019s 1-inch barrel, its stainless steel construction, its overall length of 5 inches, its height of 2.87 inches and its width of 1.06 inches. The Sidewinder has a single-action (SA) mechanism, which means it has to be cocked for each shot, but the hammer spur is easily accessible and serrated, and it has a serrated spur trigger. The mini revolver offers operators a front post and a fixed rear notch sight. You can also get it with a .22 LR conversion cylinder to make for less expensive practice. The grips are a smooth, laminated wood.\r\n\r\nLaser Focus<\/strong>\r\n\r\n The Mighty Mouse makes it easy to get on target quickly in a high- stress situation.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Mighty Mouse by LaserLyte will fit any of the NAA mini revolvers, including the Black Widow, the Pug and other standard models. Besides instant activation, it has the red dot intimidation factor that, thanks to TV, everyone is aware of. The laser unit replaces the factory grip entirely, and a stalk that extends up from the right grip panel projects the laser beam over the top of the cylinder.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY:\u00a016 Concealed Carry Derringers & Mini-Revolvers<\/a><\/strong>\r\n\r\nBuilt from 55-percent glass-filled nylon, the Might Mouse unit is tough, and it attaches to a firearm using a hex-head screw. The right grip panel holds the 3x392 batteries and a coin-slotted compartment cover allows a battery change without having to remove the grips. The unit produces a 5-mW, class IIIA laser and has a constant-on life of over one hour. My sample came with batteries installed and three extras, plus hex wrenches for the grip and sight-adjustment screws and instructions. The tradeoff is the unit adds 0.75 ounces of weight and extends the gun\u2019s width to approximately 1.25 inches.\r\n\r\nI installed the Mighty Mouse on the Sidewinder and tried to adjust it match the revolver\u2019s point of aim (POA) at 7 yards with the fixed sights.\r\n\r\nRange Time<\/strong>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nFor a tiny five-shooter with small sights, the NAA Sidewinder turned out to have plenty of practical accuracy. I used three different .22 Magnum loads shooting from the bench at 7 yards, and my best five-shot group measured 0.69 inches with CCI Maxi-Mag +V 30-grain JHP bullets. Second place went to Winchester PDX1 loads and third place to Hornady Critical Defense. For point of impact\/point of aim, the gun shot slightly low and left with the sights.\r\n\r\nNext, I fired the .22 Magnum cartridges into some ballistic medium to see what kind of expansion and penetration potential the bullets possessed. Penetration using the CCI Maxi-Mag was about 8.75 inches, but the conventional hollow-point bullets didn\u2019t expand. The Hornady Critical Defense went in about 5.25 inches and displayed a classic \u201cmushroom,\u201d while Winchester\u2019s PDX1 projectile folded back the jacket petals, forming jagged points for increased\u00a0soft-tissue damage.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY:\u00a0North American Arms\u2019 Ported .22 Mag Mini-Revolver<\/a><\/strong>\r\n\r\nTo test the Mighty Mouse laser sight, I re-installed the sight and then put up a reduced-sized silhouette target at 15 yards. The Sidewinder was loaded with a mix of the test cartridges and I moved up to the 3-yard line. To my way of thinking, the NAA mini revolvers are for last-ditch, up-close-and-personal engagements.\r\n\r\nHaving to use some Kentucky windage, after a couple of rounds I knew where to put the red dot to hit in the center of the head. I moved back to 7 yards, reloaded and, after putting the dot about 2 o\u2019clock in the 8 ring, I started getting center-mass hits. I had no trouble seeing the red dot at these two distances, but it got pretty challenging at 15 yards in shaded daylight. I had some hits over in the right shoulder area before I walked a couple back into center mass.\r\n\r\nOf note, and it was something I\u2019d anticipated, was that the stalk with the laser projector makes dumping all five empty cases at once improbable. At least one or two cases would be left in the cylinder, and it had to be turned slightly and the ejector rod pushed again to extract them. Again, I don\u2019t think you are going to need over five rounds, and if you do, you\u2019d better get some distance and cover between you and the bad guy(s) before you attempt a reload.\r\n\r\nThe Sidewinder with the LaserLyte riding shotgun was fun to shoot. I\u2019m going to keep working with this laser unit to see if I can get POA matched up tighter with point of impact. At 5 to 9 yards, it won\u2019t make a lot of difference, and I like the intimidation factor of the red dot and the extra time one gets for target identification. Without question, the Mighty Mouse has found a new home on my little Sidewinder, and in a near-future issue of CH<\/i>, I\u2019ll be wringing out NAA\u2019s new micro member of the family\u2014the 4-inch-barreled Sidewinder.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nFOR MORE INFORMATION<\/strong>\r\n\r\nNorth American Arms\r\n
