Brand | Crimson Trace |
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Color | Black |
Style | CMR-201 |
Sport | Hunting |
Item Weight | 3.2 ounces |
Material | Plastic |
Compatible Devices | Handgun, Shotgun, Rifle |
Mounting Type | Picatinny Mount |
Night vision | No |
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 5.98 x 5.24 x 3.35 inches |
Package Weight | 0.09 Kilograms |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 2 x 3 x 5 inches |
Brand Name | Crimson Trace |
Country of Origin | United States |
Warranty Description | https://www.crimsontrace.com/support/warranty, 1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY |
Model Name | CMR-201 |
Suggested Users | unisex |
Number of Items | 1 |
Manufacturer | Crimson Trace Corporation |
Part Number | CMR-201 |
Model Year | 2020 |
Included Components | Laser, User Manual |
Size | Universal |
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Crimson Trace CMR-201 Rail Master Universal Laser with Instant Activation and Quick Installation for Pic Rail Mounts, Shooting, Competition and Range
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Brand | Crimson Trace |
Color | Black |
Style | CMR-201 |
Sport | Hunting |
Item Weight | 3.2 ounces |
Material | Plastic |
Compatible Devices | Handgun, Shotgun, Rifle |
Mounting Type | Picatinny Mount |
Night vision | No |
About this item
- BRIGHTNESS: Features A 5Mw Peak, 620-670Nm, Class 3R Visible Red Laser - The Brightest Beam Allowed By Law
- EASE OF USE: Instant Activation Ambidextrous Tap-On / Tap-Off Controls For Immediate Laser Activation From Either Side Of The Unit
- RUNTIME: Over 2 Hours Of Battery Life Powered By (1) Cr2 Battery (Included)
- RELIABLE: User Installed- No Gunsmithing Required - Factory Sighted At 50 Feet, But Is Fully User Adjustable For Windage And Elevation With Provided Tool
- VERSATILITY: Can be used on most pistols, rifles, and shotguns with M1913 Picatinny or similar accessory rail & 1-1/16" between the recoil lug and the trigger guard
- GUARANTEED: This product is covered by the Crimson Trace Protect Limited Lifetime Warranty. For questions or concerns regarding warranty, please visit the Crimson Trace website.
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Crimson Trace CMR-201 Rail Master Universal Red Laser Sight
Universal fit laser sight from the industry leader
The Crimson Trace CMR-201 Rail Master Universal Red Laser Sight is a powerful and versatile laser sight designed to fit rail-equipped pistols, rifles and shotguns with modern (Picatinny M1913 or Weaver-style) accessory rail. Extremely versatile, the CMR-201 Rail Master includes four (4) different inserts to adapt to various firearm platforms to ensure a proper fit. The laser sight offers a powerful 5mW red laser that will run for over four (4) hours on a single 1/3N Lithium battery (included). Completely user adjustable for windage and elevation.
Features
- Universal Fit
- 5mW Red Laser
- Instant Activation
- Ambi Controls
- 4 Included Fit Inserts
- 5 Min Auto Shut Off
- Windage & Elevation Adjustments
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Instant ActivationAmbidextrous controls offer instant tap-on / tap-off activation with a 5 minute auto-shut off for battery conservation should the unit be unintentionally activated. Complete user-adjustable windage and elevation adjustments. |
Fits Rail-Equipped FirearmsThe CMR-201 is universal in design and will fit virtually any pistol, rifle or shotgun with Picatinny M1913 (or Weaver-style) accessory rails. Will fit most rail-equipped pistols with a minimum of 1 1/16" from recoil lug. |
Custom Fit InsertsRail Master includes four custom fit inserts for fine tuning your rail fit on a myriad of pistols including GLOCK, Ruger, Sig Sauer, Smith & Wesson, Springfield Armory, Walther and more. Fit guide is included in factory packaging. |
Product Description
The CMR-201 Rail Master is a powerful and versatile laser sight designed to fit rail-equipped pistols, rifles and shotguns. The Rail Master locks onto Picatinny M1913 or Weaver-style accessory rails with Crimson Trace's Secure-Lock Technology. Once locked on, it will not move under recoil or handling. The universal design of the Rail Master offers quick Instant Activation by simply "tapping on" and "tapping off" from either side with the ambidextrous activation control tabs. Wrench Size - 0.05.
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ASIN | B006JVZA7W |
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Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #107,467 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) #404 in Gun Sights |
Date First Available | December 5, 2011 |
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Customers like the quality, fit, ease of installation, performance, and visibility of the aiming scope sight. For example, they mention that it's well made, works well, and is easy to activate. That said, some complain about the price.
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Customers like the quality of the aiming scope sight. They say it's well made, runs strong, and is of high quality. Customers also appreciate the crisp red laser and powerful clarity. They mention that the product is reliable and has a life-time warranty.
"...Overall, I'm super happy with this CT Rail Master. The laser is bright, crisp, was sighted in exactly on target out of the box, has superb on/off..." Read more
"...Functionally the two lasers are very similar. Both are activated by tapping an ambidextrous paddle button along the side of the laser...." Read more
"...The quality of this product is higher than my other laser sights from other companies.Customer Service..." Read more
"...received my replacement and after a few sessions at the range it is running strong and I really like the low profile...." Read more
Customers like the fit of the aiming scope sight. For example, they say it's light weight, fits like a glove, and is compact enough that they didn't have to change their holster. That said, some say it is adjustable while in place and has a rugged and durable feel.
"First impression: Out of the box, this is a very small and compact laser with a rugged and durable feel to it...." Read more
"...Both lasers are small and will fit perfectly on any pistol equipped with a Picatinny tactical rail...." Read more
"...1. Installation was clear and a breeze. It fits perfectly and was easy to sight in and adjust.2...." Read more
"...This device size and performance is great, it mounts very easily to any gun and had 5 different rail attachement to adapt to any type of gun...." Read more
Customers find the installation process of the aiming scope sight to be relatively easy. They mention that the mounting was quick and easy with clear instructions. Some say that the product is well built and comes with everything they need to install it.
"...looks exactly as you see in the advertisement photo, and is extremely easy to install. I really like this CT Rail Master laser a lot...." Read more
"...To zero the laser is very easy once mounted. My preferred method is to first zero the "iron" sights on the pistol at the shooting range...." Read more
"...It's been awesome:1. Installation was clear and a breeze. It fits perfectly and was easy to sight in and adjust.2...." Read more
"...This device size and performance is great, it mounts very easily to any gun and had 5 different rail attachement to adapt to any type of gun...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the aiming scope sight. They mention that it works well, it works perfectly on both railed pistols and AR-15s, and it has absolutely no play. It's a small, powerful tool that will aid in quick target acquisition.
"...There is absolutely no play with this laser. It is very solidly mounted...." Read more
"...The battery life is good, i've had it for a few months now and its still working well, it all depends on you usage...." Read more
"...So far it's been good, very lightweight, fits good without one of those little inserts in the front that hold it into the rail, because there is no..." Read more
"Easy to install, use and zero in. Great addition for my Girsan .380." Read more
Customers like the visibility of the aiming scope sight. They mention that it's nice, easy to sight in, and has a bright dot. Some say that the visibility in daylight is okay but not great. Overall, most are satisfied with the product's visibility and ease of installation.
"...The laser is bright, crisp, was sighted in exactly on target out of the box, has superb on/off natural tip of the finger button switch activation,..." Read more
"...Overall the Lasermax and the Rail Master are both superbly designed products that will give a lifetime of service. I have one of each...." Read more
"...this is your best choice with excellent value for money, size and ergonomic design that doesnt mutilate your gun." Read more
"...It's so sleek and looks like a legitimate component of the firearm, as though it was designed specifically for it!PROs:..." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the aiming scope sight. They say it is excellent value for money, worth every bright green buck, and a great investment for peace of mind. Customers also mention that it helps them learn how much to compensate as they extend the range of a pistol.
"...for a laser i defenitly think this is your best choice with excellent value for money, size and ergonomic design that doesnt mutilate your gun." Read more
"...It also helps you learn how much to compensate as you extend out the range of a pistol, for the drop over the distance...." Read more
"...I find that it is accurate for the price, and easily visible...." Read more
"...nicely packaged for the trip to my home from the factory.good price for what you get.MADE IN USA...." Read more
Customers like the adjustability of the aiming scope sight. They say the elevation and windage adjustments are easy to adjust. They also say the sight is compact and holds zero through 50 rounds. Customers also mention that the pointing adjustment went well and the sight has superior aiming adjustments compared to other sights at half the cost.
"...The off/on action works for left or right handed operation, and I tested both sides several times without any failures...." Read more
"...It fits perfectly and was easy to sight in and adjust.2. The operation is straight-forward and intuitive...." Read more
"...Superior aiming adjustments compared to most of the ones that are about half the cost." Read more
"...The instructions are clear and the adjustments are easy...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the accuracy of the aiming scope sight. They say it is super accurate, easy to zero in, and reliable. Some mention that it significantly improves the accuracy, while others say it's very accurate up to thirty feet. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...Just tap either side and the light comes on or off.3. Maintains accuracy even after several hundred rounds...." Read more
"...I am using this product on a 45 cal handgun. The sight is well built, study and comes with everything you need to install it...." Read more
"...the range today and found the laser works great on both guns with amazing accuracy, I took both guns to the range and installed the laser on the..." Read more
"...minutes at an indoor range, I had this adjusted dead-center - extremely accurate when I took the time to squeeze off a shot carefully..." Read more
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Install: It was easy. I needed a small regular screwdriver. Loosen the two screws on the right side of the laser assembly, slide out the shipped insert, and choose the correct insert for your pistol, then slide that insert back in. Next, slide the laser body assembly onto your rail, and if you have the correct insert, it will slide along the rail, and "pop" into the rail slot, with a sturdy, secure feel without any play. Next, tighten up the two screws until they are snug. I always watch the other side where the screw ends come out to make sure I stop before over tightening. I did not use any loctite. These screws are not heavy duty, so take care. Finally, slide off the metal cover of the battery compartment, I used a bladed screw driver to assist. The battery goes in with the negative side down, you will push on the "+" end to install. Push down on the battery, and it will pop into the compartment snugly, then slide the cover back on. Now you are "good to go".
First use: I removed my magazine, and checked to make sure I was clear before any installation. After the laser was installed, I left out the magazine for safety. I tested the engagement of the laser with my extended trigger finger. It is a very positive slight clicking sensation that will turn the laser on. The off/on action works for left or right handed operation, and I tested both sides several times without any failures. I then bench sighted the laser at about 15 yards, and it was exactly, perfectly sighted in as far as my eyes could tell. There is absolutely no play with this laser. It is very solidly mounted.
Issues: I have a nylon fabric holster that this will slide into for my G19. However, I now have an issue. I want to get one of these lasers for all my railed pistols, but I have a bunch of Fobus' that do not accommodate a front mounted laser. Good news is I only spent $20 for each one on Amazon at some point, so no big deal. Time for a hip holster search. I'm thinking IWB.
Overall, I'm super happy with this CT Rail Master. The laser is bright, crisp, was sighted in exactly on target out of the box, has superb on/off natural tip of the finger button switch activation, and is compact and rugged in my opinion. The price....well that's in my budget at sub $100. I'm totally sold on this laser and I will highly recommend it. Lastly, it's CT, so if you have some issues, it's not some cheap fly by night company. This is made in the USA and a great piece of gear. Get it, but plan on a new holster. I'll range test this soon, but this is for home defense not battle, so I just need it to be reasonably rugged. We'll see how it holds up after a box or two. Thanks for reading.
Laser sights have been around for awhile, but in the 21st century they have really come into their own as an excellent augment to the traditional notch or "iron" sights that were perfected in the 19th century. Lasers have the advantage of very quick target acquisition in lower light conditions and/or short range. At longer ranges in bright sunlight lasers are not nearly as effective because it is simply harder to see that red dot. But even in bright conditions at short range (the range that you would likely need a laser to acquire a "bad guy" target) a laser can be effective. Since the laser in no way interferes with the shooter's ability to simply use the conventional "iron" sights if that is appropriate, the laser is a wonderful supplemental sighting system. Under appropriate conditions many shooters myself included will get tighter and better shot groups using a laser than with conventional sights, and it is great fun to watch the bullets strike precisely where the red dot is placed.
The Rail Master design plainly emphasizes one of Crimson Trace's strong points which is precision mounting. All CT products emphasize this. This unit adheres very sturdily to the pistol to reduce or eliminate drift in the sight that would require the need to re-zero the laser. There are two cross-bolts that fasten the Rail Master to the pistol's Picatinny rail, and it appears to me that this scheme was intentionally designed to over-engineer the mounting hardware of the laser. I will update this review if this assumption proves false after about 1000 rounds. The mounting process is pretty simple. First you select one of four "spacers" to space the laser as between the trigger guard and the end of the rail. The SR22P does well with insert #2, which the manual said was suitable for the very similar-sized Walther P22. Then you simply loosen the two mounting bolts and slide the sight onto the rail. This can be done in under one minute.
To zero the laser is very easy once mounted. My preferred method is to first zero the "iron" sights on the pistol at the shooting range. Then, one simply adjusts the windage and elevation settings of the laser dot to move the dot precisely where the already-zeroed perfect sight picture indicates. It is important to pick a range of about 30-50 feet to do this zeroing. A common mistake is to try to adjust the laser at a short range, where the parallax between the placement of the sight and the laser becomes significant. If you zero at a longer distance this difference becomes insignificant. In fact, zero as between 30 and 50 feet is functionally the same in my experience. I have found that by using this method I generally do not have to adjust the laser at all once I get to the range. That was the case with the Crimson Trace Rail Master.
The Rail Master is slightly bulkier than the very similar Laser Max Uni-Max Micro laser sight. This is because of the two cross-bolts as well as the "spacer" scheme described above. Functionally the two lasers are very similar. Both are activated by tapping an ambidextrous paddle button along the side of the laser. Here I am going to say that the Crimson Trace laser is superior ergonomically. The Rail Master activation switch sits further back towards the trigger guard as compared to the Lasermax, and it is more instinctive to activate. The Laser Max switch is quite good, but a smaller shooter (like me) has to slightly strain the fingers to reach it. The Crimson Trace does not require this as it sits further back.
The Rail Master projects a slightly brighter dot than does the Laser Max which surprised me. The Laser Max is plenty adequate and the difference is not great but the difference appears to be real.
The Laser Max does have a feature that the Crimson Trace lacks -- the pulse or "strobe" option. The Laser Max allows the user to toggle between an 11 Hertz strobe setting or a constant setting. The Crimson Trace laser does not have a strobe setting. Another nice attribute of the strobe setting is that it reduces the duty cycle of the laser by about 50%, thereby increasing battery life.
Overall the Lasermax and the Rail Master are both superbly designed products that will give a lifetime of service. I have one of each. (By the way, they use the same batteries.) Overall, I would give the edge to the Crimson Trace due to its better ergonomics and more robust mounting scheme. But you won't go wrong with either. The Crimston Trace Rail Master is highly recommended without reservation. RJB.
1. Installation was clear and a breeze. It fits perfectly and was easy to sight in and adjust.
2. The operation is straight-forward and intuitive. Just tap either side and the light comes on or off.
3. Maintains accuracy even after several hundred rounds. I haven't had to re-sight it since I installed it. Stays well affixed to the rail and hasn't come lose even after all that time.
4. Customer service is exceptional. I did have the battery door vibrate off - although it's not clear how that exactly happened. Just know when I got home one day, the door (and battery) were missing. Called customer service and they immediately sent out a new battery door and battery free of charge and a couple days later I was back up and running. That's worth it compared to cheaper alternatives and I would buy from Crimson Trace time and time again.
If you are considering this - take a look at their green laser model and read the reviews on it. That model wasn't available when I bought mine and I've read that green lasers are the way to go (faster sight acquisition). Although I have to say, I can immediately pick up the red dot with my eyes in a variety of lighting conditions. Still - there are some good comparison reviews out there and you can decide for yourself.
Only downside is that in bright sunlight outside, it's generally impossible to see the dot. But in that case, the fixed sights are much easier to acquire so it's not that big a deal for me and not why I bought the sight - I bought it for home defense in low light conditions.