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Crimson Trace Announces New Lightguard Tactical Lights for GLOCK, XD(M) and M&P Pistols

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(Wilsonville, OR) Crimson Trace today released their revolutionary Lightguard platform for Glock, Smith & Wesson and Springfield handguns, marking their long-awaited entry to the white light category for personal defense. Engineered to fit seamlessly to the weapon, Lightguard gives the user a sleek, concealable white light that adds zero width and less than 1.2oz to the handgun’s all-up weight. With an MSRP of $149, the Lightguard will be available through distributors from 10/24/11.

The product launch will be a accompanied by a an extensive ad campaign on TV, radio, print and direct media, designed to explain the benefits of the new platform to a receptive audience that already appreciates the need to identify the target in a self-defense situation. Crimson Trace engineered the Lightguard to be compatible with their existing line of Lasergrip™ instinctively activated laser sights and for the first time, the user has the ability to control both light and laser without disturbing their firing grip on the handgun, or using their index finger for anything other than trigger manipulation.

“The Lightguard is destined to be the fastest-selling product in the Crimson Trace lineup,” said Director of Sales, Jeff Goddard. “Initial response has been phenomenal and we have an enormous number of units pre-sold already.” Crimson Trace is working with a number of respected holster makers to accommodate Lightguard-equipped pistols including DeSantis, BladeTech, Galco, Fobus and Crossbreed, among others “This is the first time the CCW user has had the ability to carry a powerful weapon light in a concealment holster,” said Goddard. “For the customer who values being equipped for any situation, this is an huge advantage. Heading into the Holiday season, I see this being on a lot of people’s wish lists.”

Powered by a single CR2 battery, the Lightguard features a 100 lumen, wide-throw bezel and Crimson Trace’s patented instinctive activation system. The Lightguard was the winner of the prestigious FMG Publications’ 2011 Academy of Excellence Award for Self Defense Product of the year. Units are available for Glock full size and compact models, the full-size Smith & Wesson M&P and Springfield’s XD and XDm. Further details can be found at www.ctclightguard.com

Contact:
Iain Harrison (800) 442-2406 ext 1304

Magnalight Releases Perko Mount Remote Control HID Spotlight

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Larson Electronics’ magnalight.com has added a GL-9100H-S Perko pole mount HID Spotlight with integrated red and green running lights. Producing a 5,000 foot beam and an operator controlled 360 degree rotation and 140 degrees of tilt, this high powered searchlight is ideal replacement for standard Perko pole mount navigation lights on boats and watercraft.

Magnalight.com introduced the GL-9100H-S remote controlled HID spotlight on a Perko pole mount with red and green navigation lights. The pole fits into a standard Perko compatible 2 or 3 pin socket, and will automatically illuminate the integrated running lights when the operator switches them on. A separate handheld and/or dash mount radio controller with enable the boater to turn on the spotlight and control the beam direction with simple 4 button controls. The radio based remote controls do not require a separate wire to be run to the light, saving the boater time and money. While a standard Perko mount socket is included with the remote control High Intensity Discharge (HID) spotlight, most boat owners will find that their boat already has a compatible Perko mount socket available. Operators can choose from 6 inch, 12 inch, 24 inch or even 42 inch long poles and mount the HID spotlight by simply placing the base of the pole in the socket and twisting the locking collar in place. Once secure, boaters can use the spotlight to navigate away from logs, crab pots and other obstacles, even at high speeds. End the end of the night, operators can secure the lights safely in the cabin when docked at public facilities. The 3000 lumen output GL-9100H-S draws less than 4 amps and is priced under $600.

“With a 5000 foot adjustable direction beam and instant compatibility with the wide base of Perko sockets, these wireless remote control spotlights improve a boat operator’s safety and navigation abilities,” said Rob Bresnahan with Larson Electronics’ magnalight.com. “These remote controlled boat searchlights are easy to install and use, and are as effective as larger high voltage spotlights found on larger vessels. Plus, boat operators can power these using the same wiring, socket and switch already found in most boats. Most importantly, they don’t require a generator set to produce similar power to larger high pressure sodium lights or metal halides with better color rendition.”

Larson Electronics’ magnalight.com offers a wide array of LED and HID boat lights, ranging from remote control searchlights to high powered extreme environment LED lighting to replace high powered metal halide and high pressure sodium lights. You can learn more at magnalight.com or 1-800-369-6671 (1- 903-498-3363 international).