Reviews by F16Grinch
Trigger is great but…
Written on Aug 07, 2021
Review for
LANTAC E-CT1 Single Stage 3.5lb Trigger
Love the trigger. Flat or curved, to each his/her own. I like flat trigger shoes but got this one curved and have zero complaints on response or shape. However, for this kind of money it’s amazing they don’t include anti walk trigger pins. I didn’t think I needed them…until mine walked out. Both are loose and I’m surprised I didn’t lose them both. Might be a safety issue, I don’t know but it’s certainly a head scratcher that they don’t include them with the trigger. Poor judgement on their part. Lesson learned on my part. Probably my would have bought a different trigger had I known I was going to have to buy the anti walk pins after the fact. Have them in all ARs now. Weapon is just a heavy (expensive) stick of this small item goes missing.
16 of 18 found the following review helpful.
Vital information for AR-9 users
Written on Mar 18, 2019
Built my first AR myself and decided to do an AR9. Did my due diligence and read up as much as I could find on setup. Picked this trigger to make the gun more fun and bec 9mm ammo is the cheapest. I did not read ANYWHERE anything about bcg specifics except that you can run a standard AR bcg now with this newer version of the echo trigger (original version required use of their bcg). That’s true, if you are running a standard AR-15 bcg. Not if you are running an AR-9 bcg as they are slightly different. Took my completed AR-9 to the range and it ran 100% in semi auto mode and about 60% reliably in “ECHO” mode. Figured I had made an error with something in the build so I called FOSTECH and spoke with their spectacular customer service person (AMY) who said that I would either need to modify my AR-9 bcg to make room for the trigger lock mechanism or I could buy their pre-modified AR-9 bcg for $155. Not saying anything negative about the price because if I hadn’t already bought one, I would have been thrilled to buy theirs knowing it was going to work perfectly in harmony with their trigger. However, FOSTECH does not list those bcg’s on their website and I didn’t find any information anywhere about this requirement regarding AR-9 bcgs. So be forewarned and informed, the AR-9 build requires a special FOSTECH bcg or to modify your own to make a notch cut out for the trigger lock on the ECHO II AR trigger. I plan to take mine to a friend who has a machine shop and make the
6 of 6 found the following review helpful.
Extremely pleased
Written on May 09, 2018
Review for
TruGlo Fiber Optic Sights
Purchased these simply to achieve contrast btwn front and rear sights on Glock 23. Replaced a nice set of TFOs but they were green green and my wife prefers diff front and rear colors to facilitate rapid front sight acquisition as she trains herself tonshoot both eyes open. This helps her to have a diff front sight color. Liked them so much bought a second pair to replace her night sights on her SIG P938. To like a set of sights this much for less than $50 is spectacular. IMHO as a PD/CCW fiber optic always gives me the best daytime sight illumination. If I am required to use this weapon in low light, these still work and a darkness or low light scenario requires some form of target illumination somglow in the dark tritium sights aren’t enough on their own. Good weapons light illumination will give enough light to see the fiber optic sights. However whenever I have a weapons light I also incorporate a laser or a red dot optic so I spend the money there and not the tritium sights. Again, just IMHO.
2 of 3 found the following review helpful.
Great weapon light
Written on Apr 27, 2018
Fourth Streamlight weapon light I have purchased. Always pleased with fit and performance. Have this one mounted to commander size 1911. Very bright and easy to use. Weight is not significant but it does add some noticeable weight to the end of the firearm so you feel that when handling and manipulating the weapon and of course concealed carry is incrementally affected due to the girth and added length of the weapon due to the light. However, when it comes to shooting the weapon, I find that the added weight is a positive thing as it decreases felt recoil and sights come back to target quite easily. IF weight and staying compact is your priority, then I highly recommend the TLR-7 or 8. I have an -8 on a Glock 23 and the fit is spectacular and for me difference btwn 500 lumens on the TLR-8 and 800 lumens on my TLR-1 and -2 is negligible. Only reason I have given it four stars is that there IS a drawback with size but as with all things weapons related, there is a trade off, but I love having options so I can decide what options I want to make a priority.
0 of 0 found the following review helpful.
Better for mounted optic
Written on Oct 08, 2017
Swapped my AR style pistol grip stock with this on my Mossberg 590. Was skeptical that I would like it because I had had the AR style for so long. Took a small amount of getting used to as far as wanting to find and reach for the old pistol grip but after one trip to the range, it’s not an issue any longer. It’s very comfortable, and a secure feel when presenting the firearm and shooting. I purchased this for better cheek weld height along with the high Magpul adjustment stock add ons to better be able to utilize my Holosun 510c (also purchased from Optics Planet and LOVE it) and it does give me much better natural placement of my cheek on the stock and visibility through the optic. The adjustable pull add ons are very very easy to install as is the height adjustment. ONLY issue I had was the bolt that secures the stock to the weapon was just barely long enough to get threaded due to having an after market sling bracket on the gun. With some patience and a small amount of downward force I was able to get the threads started and then it snugged up very well. I have about 50-100 rounds through it and no adjustments have been necessary.
0 of 0 found the following review helpful.
Exactly what you would expect
Written on Sep 30, 2017
Review for
Leapers UTG Heavy Duty Recon 360 Bipods
Great little bipod. Easy setup into the rifle. Mounted mine on swivel stud on wood stock Ruger 10/22 carbine. Had never used a set up like that and just by readying/following directions I was able to get it set up very securely. Adjustable legs are use friendly and have options. You would expect. Should be MORE than adequate for this gun. Could easily use on an AR-15 size rifle without any trouble. Pleasantly surprised by how much I got for such a good price.
0 of 0 found the following review helpful.
Wonderful fit
Written on Aug 23, 2017
I have these on all three of my AR's. Perfect amount of tackiness and the size fills the palm for an easy purchase on the weapon. The smaller or normal size pistol grip has a cap on the bottom. This tactical deluxe does not and there isn't one made for this grip. Very very small issue but truly the only gripe I have about the product. Ergo makes great stuff. I have one of their F93 buttstock on my AR 15 and I love it. Just ordered a tri rail for my mossberg shotgun and can't wait to get that setup too.
0 of 0 found the following review helpful.
Can't go wrong
Written on Aug 23, 2017
Great sights. Have them on two different ARs. Nice and low profile and great retention in each position. Never get in the way but easy to deploy when/if needed. Easy to adjust by hand. No tools needed once installed. Doesn't take up hardly any room on the rail.
0 of 2 found the following review helpful.
Does it all optic Day or night.
Written on Jul 29, 2017
Purchased this product after attempting an EO-Tech and Laser Max (w/red laser marker and IR laser) setup on my SBR. EO-Tech appeared to have a slightly larger sight window (not noticeable now that I have the Mepro-MOR) but reticle was too blurry for my preference. Laser Max had a nice setup but it took up more room overall/combined (not a game changer) and main concern was that I was skeptical about my personal ability to get everything zeroed. Decided to spend the extra money (about twice as much as EO-Tech/Laser Max setup) and get exactly what I wanted. Very pleased with the outcome.
This Mepro MOR B is a versatile and user friendly product. Not too many buttons to select from (only two switches). Love the bullseye reticle instead of just a dot. Personal preference but seems easier to acquire target with reticle and still of small size so as to not occlude the target. Multiple settings starting with unpowered which is perfect for low light or full dark environment AND it's always on without using the battery. Other settings go EXTREMELY bright so no doubt it would be easy to use in FULL sunlight. Have not zero'ed the sight with the weapon but I have observed that all three aiming systems, IR, laser pointer, and reticle are perfectly aligned out of the box at anything greater than about 20ft. Inside 20 feet there is about a two inch variance between the reticle and laser marker. Since they are advertised to all move together (only one adjustment system in azimut
This Mepro MOR B is a versatile and user friendly product. Not too many buttons to select from (only two switches). Love the bullseye reticle instead of just a dot. Personal preference but seems easier to acquire target with reticle and still of small size so as to not occlude the target. Multiple settings starting with unpowered which is perfect for low light or full dark environment AND it's always on without using the battery. Other settings go EXTREMELY bright so no doubt it would be easy to use in FULL sunlight. Have not zero'ed the sight with the weapon but I have observed that all three aiming systems, IR, laser pointer, and reticle are perfectly aligned out of the box at anything greater than about 20ft. Inside 20 feet there is about a two inch variance between the reticle and laser marker. Since they are advertised to all move together (only one adjustment system in azimut
7 of 7 found the following review helpful.
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