Crimson Trace - poor fit on my P9

[djans1397]

New P9, New Crimson Trace laser, poorly fitted?

I have a similar model for my Ruger LCP and had no issues with it installing or fitting correctly. When I installed this one on my P9, it went together very snuggly and the only way it would stay together was with the included 2 screws. When I look at it from the front, it doesn't ride against the frame very well. It just seems like it's been poorly molded or something, and from my past experience fro CT, this doesn't seem right. Before I return it for a replacement, I wanted some input from those that also have installed one. Let me know what you guys think. BTW, it seems to aim well right on with the sights, though I have yet to take it to the range to confirm this.

Thanks,
Dan

[garyb]

Please understand that it is difficult to tell from the photo with any degree of certainty, but it appears that it may not be together exactly correct. One side seems to be higher than the other. I would take it back apart to be sure the male to female portions snap together properly before I sent it back. It should go together and fit without the screws, which tells me that either you have the wrong model or you may not have it together properly. Perhaps the battery is hanging you up? The screws do nothing more than tighten it together. It should snap together and fit together like a glove. At the center junction, one side is higher and this can also be seen at the circular portion of the laser end. Just my observation and again I could be wrong. Otherwise, ask for return shipping and simply send it back. They are good to deal with. Perhaps send them that same photo and see what they say. I've had great luck with mine on my PM40. Good luck.

[Bawanna]

I've never played with one but it looks clear to me that the two halves are not together properly. Somethings not lined up like garyb said.

I'd take it off and put it together without the gun and see if things line up, if they do then try it on the gun again.

CT is good about taking care of stuff so no worries about getting it right.

[djans1397]

I've taken it apart and reassembled it twice and still doesn't mate up correctly. It may shoot straight, but it just bothers me. I think I'll just exchange them. Thanks for the replies.

Dan

[Bawanna]

I've taken it apart and reassembled it twice and still doesn't mate up correctly. It may shoot straight, but it just bothers me. I think I'll just exchange them. Thanks for the replies.

Dan

That's what I'd do. I bet they send a replacement or otherwise fix you up pretty quick.
I've heard nothing but good about their customer service.

[azmxr177]

I have the same issue with my pm9 and CT fit up.

[djans1397]

Update. Even though I purchased this new from a seller on gunbroker.com, Crimson Trace was more than helpful and I am currently awaiting for a replacement unit to arrive. I have nothing but praises for Crimson Trace.

Dan

[azmxr177]

Update. Even though I purchased this new from a seller on gunbroker.com, Crimson Trace was more than helpful and I am currently awaiting for a replacement unit to arrive. I have nothing but praises for Crimson Trace.

Dan

They did the same for me today, Thanks for the update.

[BEARDOG]

Mine on my CW9 looks a little off center too...
I lightly sanded the inside surface area around the knock-out pin pads in the molding to try and clean up any flash or extra height from a short pin... But it really didn't help much, It still looks a little uneven. But the unit works, it is very solid, and holds it's zero, so....
Please post if the replacement units are better when you get them.(pics would be great) If they are better I will send mine back too. Thanks

[garyb]

Sounds like CT may have some kind of an inconsistent mold or fit issue based on the number of individuals who have experienced this same problem. This is disappointing to hear. I hope they get it corrected...fast! It is truly a good product.

[BEARDOG]

Did you guys that were waiting for replacement lasers get them yet? Do they fit any better? If so, can you post a pic of the new one? Thanks

[djans1397]

I just installed my replacement CT Laser. It still pretty much fits the same and goes on kind of awkward, but I only have my Ruger LCP CT laser to compare to as it's the same type of laser mount. It just appears canted still against the underside of the barrel. Refer to my pic in the first post as it still looks like this. I haven't taken it to the range yet to check the factory settings for 50 ft from the factory, but no matter as it can obviously be adjusted.

I'm not here to bash CT as they make great lasers I feel and I have one mounted on my 1911 as well. I'm sure this will work just fine on my gun, but I worry about the poor fitting of it overall. Just my take on it.

[Ellis]

I got one a couple weeks ago that looks the exactly the same. Its drives me nuts too. I thought i was putting it on wrong at first.

[BEARDOG]

Thanks for the update...I sorta figured it wouldn't be much better...
I also have a CT laser on my LCP and I agree it looks better fit. But like I said the one for the CW9 I have (looks like your pic) is very stable, even more so then the one on the LCP.
If you look at the way the Kahr is made there are angled flat area's above the front trigger guard, and that area and the trigger guard is really where the laser is clamped tightly. In that area on mine there is no gap or play at all. So I am not going to worry about the slight mismatch to the dust cover at the front because it is really only cosmetic
I wish it fit better and looked better too...But as it is a defensive carry weapon not a show piece, I am going to over look this because it functions very well and thats really the most important part to me.

[azmxr177]

I put my replacement CT on too, looks the same. I can live with it as long as it holds zero.