Laser Pistol Grips: Pros & Cons

Laser grips are a unique piece of technology that combines sighting and accuracy with the need for better control over your firearm. Like any grip, they aren’t perfect in every situation and on every gun, so we’ve highlighted some of the pros and cons of laser grips to help you make an informed decision before you buy.

The Pros of Laser Grips

• Aim – A laser grip helps a shooter work on their aim and stability if they have trouble looking down the length of a barrel and need a complementary sight.
• Visibility – Especially in low light, a laser grip can help paint a target more accurately which is important during home invasions.
• Great for Weak Eyes – Users with poor eyesight in general tend to find laser grips beneficial to help with accuracy, particularly in low light.
• Battery Life – Contrary to what you might think, the life the batteries used for laser grips is quite long, meaning they can handle repeated use without burning out.
• Defense – A laser dot carries with it the inference that the shooter is possibly a professional marksman. In most cases, this alone can help deter a thief or home invader without having to fire a shot.

The Cons of Laser Grips

• Visibility – On the flip side of the coin, laser grips can be difficult to see in normal light. A reliance on them for aiming at an outdoor shooting range, for example, wouldn’t be advised.
• Grip – As laser grips are only activated when you grip your gun, they require a firm, steady grip to maintain illumination. Should your handle slip off the grip, the laser could deactivate.
• Aim – A laser is not a substitute for proper form when it comes to aiming down the sight of a gun. The firearm’s operator could become over reliant on the laser to handle the aiming of the gun.
• Refraction – As with any laser beam, a laser grip will refract if it hits obstacles between the shooter and the target. This can hinder proper aim.

A laser grip won’t be ideal for every gun owner, but they are certainly reliable, efficient and easy to use to the point that anyone could find them beneficial to practice aiming. Review our selection of laser grips and be sure to contact us with questions before you buy!