Just thought I'd put this out there for those that didn't know like me.
I have a Bodyguard and it was one of the models with the Insight Laser. It seemed like I had to change the batteries every 3-5 months. Well the last time I was changing the battery,one of the battery contacts broke. Flimsy metal tabs, the unit felt cheap and I was never really happy with it. Never seemed bright enough.
So as I was sitting there wishing they had the model without the laser when I got it, I said **** it and called S&W because I had to buy something to put back in there that worked(I know...OCD).
Well gave them a ring and started telling the guy about the issue,and he stops me asked if it was the Insight laser. I confirmed it was and he said just send it in to S&W ATTN: Roz and they would send me the Crimson Trace free of charge. Apparently they're upgrading anyone who has an issue with the Insight Laser.
After I got off the phone I went and did a little research and found out sometime last year they changed from Insight to Crimson Trace. And all the Bodyguards have the M&P logo now. I also read some people mailed it in and it took 6 weeks. Mine took about 11 days.
The Crimson Trace laser feel more solid and not so cheap. The adjustment screws for the laser also feel stiff,not loose like the Insight. It's a direct swap in. The only thing you have to change are the gray rubber Insight buttons(which I prefer),to red Crimson Trace flat plastic buttons. The laser is definitely brighter as well.
S&W customer service has been great,so I have 0 complaints.
I have a Bodyguard and it was one of the models with the Insight Laser. It seemed like I had to change the batteries every 3-5 months. Well the last time I was changing the battery,one of the battery contacts broke. Flimsy metal tabs, the unit felt cheap and I was never really happy with it. Never seemed bright enough.
So as I was sitting there wishing they had the model without the laser when I got it, I said **** it and called S&W because I had to buy something to put back in there that worked(I know...OCD).
Well gave them a ring and started telling the guy about the issue,and he stops me asked if it was the Insight laser. I confirmed it was and he said just send it in to S&W ATTN: Roz and they would send me the Crimson Trace free of charge. Apparently they're upgrading anyone who has an issue with the Insight Laser.
After I got off the phone I went and did a little research and found out sometime last year they changed from Insight to Crimson Trace. And all the Bodyguards have the M&P logo now. I also read some people mailed it in and it took 6 weeks. Mine took about 11 days.
The Crimson Trace laser feel more solid and not so cheap. The adjustment screws for the laser also feel stiff,not loose like the Insight. It's a direct swap in. The only thing you have to change are the gray rubber Insight buttons(which I prefer),to red Crimson Trace flat plastic buttons. The laser is definitely brighter as well.
S&W customer service has been great,so I have 0 complaints.
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