{"id":231,"date":"2016-04-04T02:25:40","date_gmt":"2016-04-04T02:25:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/etacticool.com\/?p=231"},"modified":"2021-10-26T20:57:09","modified_gmt":"2021-10-27T02:27:09","slug":"the-best-laser-sights-for-1911-handguns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/the-best-laser-sights-for-1911-handguns\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Laser Sights for 1911 Handguns"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Laser_Sights_for_1911_%E2%80%93_Our_Favorites\"><\/span>Best Laser Sights for 1911 &#8211; Our Favorites<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_48 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"ez-toc-toggle-icon-1\"><label for=\"item-64bc1c223442f\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-64bc1c223442f\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/the-best-laser-sights-for-1911-handguns\/#Best_Laser_Sights_for_1911_%E2%80%93_Our_Favorites\" title=\"Best Laser Sights for 1911 &#8211; Our Favorites\">Best Laser Sights for 1911 &#8211; Our Favorites<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/the-best-laser-sights-for-1911-handguns\/#Crimson_Trace_Lasergrip_for_1911\" title=\"Crimson Trace Lasergrip for 1911\">Crimson Trace Lasergrip for 1911<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/the-best-laser-sights-for-1911-handguns\/#Hogue_Rubber_Laser_Grips_for_1911\" title=\"Hogue Rubber Laser Grips for 1911\">Hogue Rubber Laser Grips for 1911<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/the-best-laser-sights-for-1911-handguns\/#Recover_Tactical_Grip_and_Rail_System_for_1911\" title=\"Recover Tactical Grip and Rail System for 1911\">Recover Tactical Grip and Rail System for 1911<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/the-best-laser-sights-for-1911-handguns\/#Crimson_Trace_Laser_Guard_for_Kimber\" title=\"Crimson Trace Laser Guard for Kimber\">Crimson Trace Laser Guard for Kimber<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/the-best-laser-sights-for-1911-handguns\/#Truglow_Microtac_Rail_Mounted_Laser_Sight\" title=\"Truglow Microtac Rail Mounted Laser Sight\">Truglow Microtac Rail Mounted Laser Sight<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Are you looking to put a laser sight on your 1911? There are quite a few options out there which may be surprising because the 1911 has traditionally been the no-accessories handgun, unlike Glocks which have a <a href=\"http:\/\/thetacticool.com\/5-best-glock-accessories\/\">world of accessories to choose from<\/a>.. Nowadays there are plenty of aftermarket mods and accessories for 1911.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-234\" src=\"http:\/\/thetacticool.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-laser-sight-for-1911.jpg\" alt=\"the best laser sights for 1911\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-laser-sight-for-1911.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-laser-sight-for-1911-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-laser-sight-for-1911-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>We love 1911&#8217;s here at Gun Laser Guide and we know you do too. Already known for being one of the most accurate handguns on Earth, we think adding a nice laser sight only adds to the accuracy of the 1911 design.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are you in a hurry? No problem. Here are the results of our research and testing:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/1RTtBpm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crimson Trace Lasergrip for 1911<\/a>\u00a0(also check out the <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/1RTtH0f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rosewood version<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/25Fs7q5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hogue Rubber Laser Grips for 1911<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/1qia35c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Recover Tactical Grip and Rail System for 1911<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/25FsP6N\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crimson Trace Laser Guard for Kimber <\/a>\u00a0(and other 1911 pistols)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/1O40qBe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Truglow Microtac Rail Mounted Laser Sight<\/a> (if you&#8217;re 1911 has a rail &#8211;<a href=\"https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/truglow-micro-tac-tactical-laser-sight-review\/\"> read our full review here<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Now for the full descriptions and why we like these picks&#8230;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Crimson_Trace_Lasergrip_for_1911\"><\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/1RTtBpm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crimson Trace Lasergrip for 1911<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are very few laser sights out there that can beat a good Crimson Trace laser sight. In terms of history, Crimson Trace has been a pioneer of laser sights for guns since before anyone even cared.<\/p>\n<p>The Crimson Trace lasergrip for 1911 is no exception. Easy installation, awesome laser brightness and ease of use really make this 1911 laser a standout.<\/p>\n<p>What&#8217;s really cool about this laser sight is that your finger pressure on the grip keeps the laser on. Very easy to activate and also very reliable. It&#8217;s not the cheapest option for a 1911 laser sight on this list but it&#8217;s definitely one of the very best.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hogue_Rubber_Laser_Grips_for_1911\"><\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/25Fs7q5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hogue Rubber Laser Grips for 1911<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Hogue has made a laser sight for the 1911 platform that is affordable, well built and very practical. This laser grip comes in several colors from black to flat dark earth and even pink.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s got a bright red laser that isn&#8217;t dim like the cheap knockoffs and a very nice grip with finger grooves. Personally, I&#8217;m not a\u00a0huge\u00a0fan of finger grooves (ahem&#8230;<a href=\"http:\/\/thetacticool.com\/best-glock-laser-sights-guide\/\">Glock<\/a> Gen 4) but these are alright.<\/p>\n<p>The Hogue laser grips for 1911 pistols start at around the $180 mark but you can check <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/1PVidFc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the best prices here on Amazon<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recover_Tactical_Grip_and_Rail_System_for_1911\"><\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/1qia35c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Recover Tactical Grip and Rail System for 1911<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>I love the concept of this product. Easy to install grip and rail system for a traditionally rail-less gun.<\/p>\n<p>The tactile grip and picatinny rail will definitely turn your 1911 into something &#8220;tacti-cool&#8221; and enable you to mount whatever you want to it.<\/p>\n<p>It might make sense to buy this rail system for 1911 and tack on another <a href=\"https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/truglow-micro-tac-tactical-laser-sight-review\/\">$100 or so for a good red or green laser sight<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>This particular product is getting some REALLY good reviews on Amazon with an average over 4.0 with over 250 reviews. Check for the<a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/1oDJBkX\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> lowest price by clicking here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Crimson_Trace_Laser_Guard_for_Kimber\"><\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/25FsP6N\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crimson Trace Laser Guard for Kimber<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>I&#8217;m not gonna lie. We&#8217;re huge fans of Crimson Trace here at Gun Laser Guide. In terms of 1911&#8217;s, we&#8217;re also huge fans of Kimber. Put the two together and you&#8217;ve got something phenomenally awesome.<\/p>\n<p>Nope, this isn&#8217;t the cheapest laser for 1911 on this list by a long shot but it is quite possibly the brightest laser and the most reliable.<\/p>\n<p>This particular laser sight for 1911 is mounted to the trigger guard and extends out ahead of the front of the trigger guard. Some people may not like that but I find it kind of nice. I&#8217;m always looking for somewhere to put my thumb while aiming a 1911.<\/p>\n<p>Like most Crimson Trace lasers, it&#8217;s pressure activated so all you have to do is maintain a grip on the gun for the laser to stay on. It&#8217;s very intuitive and well made as well.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Truglow_Microtac_Rail_Mounted_Laser_Sight\"><\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/1O40qBe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Truglow Microtac Rail Mounted Laser Sight<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re 1911 has a rail or if you purchased the Recover Tactical grip and rail system mentioned above, this is one of the best laser sights on the market right now. The Truglow Micro-Tac has a bright red or green laser (depending on which model you buy), affordable pricing (around $100) and outstanding reliability.<\/p>\n<p>You can also check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/truglow-micro-tac-tactical-laser-sight-review\/\">review of the Truglow MicroTac laser sight here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Best Laser Sights for 1911 &#8211; Our Favorites Are you looking to put a laser sight on your 1911? There are quite a few options out there which may be surprising because the 1911 has traditionally been the no-accessories handgun, unlike Glocks which have a world of accessories to choose from.. 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