Crimson Trace manufactures both Crimson Trace branded laser sights as well as manufacturer branded versions. Sometimes you get a price advantage by buying the package. I'm not sure of how many manufacturer branded products they have, but know about Kimber and Smith & Wesson.

In either case, I highly recommend Crimson Trace products and a laser as not only a tactical tool, but mostly as a training tool.

Originally Posted by Zeb190

I'm new to Kimber, and am considering which to buy. I looked at a Crimson Carry and was wondering if this was a newly designed gun, or did they just slap Crimson Trace grips on an existing model? Anyone know? Thanks.

I'm also looking to buy a Kimber and looking at the Crimson Custom Carry II. Can't really answer your question but I did find this review:

http://www.handgunsmag.com/featured_...901/index.html

Hope this helps. I was also curious if the laser grips are somewhat a gimmick and if another model in the same price range would perform better?

Buy the one that says "Springfield Armory Mil Spec" on the side, and get your own laser grips...



Just as nice, twice as reliable from the comments here.

JeffWard

Originally Posted by JeffWard

Buy the one that says "Springfield Armory Mil Spec" on the side, and get your own laser grips...



Just as nice, twice as reliable from the comments here.

JeffWard

Isn't Springfield made in Brazil or somewhere?

Springfields XD models are built in Croatia.