Tag Archives: Viridian

Defensive weapon for the infirm.

Rimfire pistols are seldom the answer to defensive needs, but they fit one niche well. The defender in this case is an 86-year-old woman who lives alone. Her hand and arm strength are minimal, so full-weight handguns are not in … Continue reading

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A good role model for adults

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Raising kids today to become independent humans of tomorrow

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“Hey, I carry one just like it!”

So, when I pick a pistol and the model recognizes it as the kind she carries back home, that makes for a more productive photo shoot. The laser trace would look like this once the first shot is fired and the … Continue reading

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Don’t Cast Needless Shadows with Weapon-mounted Lights: new on AllOutdoor

X5L light/laser combo in practical use

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“Peaceful” should not mean “defenseless”

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Upgrading a rail-less M1911

The original 9mm is the bottom pistol.  Changeover took about two minutes, the resulting grip is slightly thicker than the original and a little softer in the hand.

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No time for a sight picture?

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Better than milspec

The guns have an interesting trigger mechanism — it can be carried cocked and locked, hammer down for double action first shot or in “fast action” mode — with the hammer first cocked, then pushed forward. The trigger pull is … Continue reading

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Light and laser wallpaper

1920px wallpaper file. 5″ Chiappa Rhino .357 revolver with Viridian X5L light/laser.

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My friend Charles with a laser-sighted Glock 17

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A Rifleman Mirrored

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Is That a Gun in Your Pocket?

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Daily work example

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XD9 compact with Viridian C5L

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Another lightweight carry option, Bersa BP9CC

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Taurus 24-7 G2 + Viridian C5L

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Purple isn’t just for old women anymore

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Low-light shooting aids: new on CTD blog

Read Imperfection of Vision.

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Bersa Thunder 9, Viridian C5L

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