Viridian Reactor R5 Gen 2 Red Laser Sight and Holster, Laser Class 3R, 5mW Output

I love this thing. Easy install. I can see it even in the sun. It comes on instantly. Functions well.The best part is the holster. I got a DeSantis gunhide. I already own one for this pistol without a laser and it is my favorite. Could not ask for a better edc setup.

Update: 08/09 So after using it for a few weeks I had to remove a star the laser is great and all but for some reason mind shuts off after a couple hours in the holster sometimes it doesn’t other times it does. For the most part if I leave it in the holster and then pull it out anytime after an hour it’s off. Then there’s days where I don’t pull it out all day and then draw and it’s on still. So that being a glitch was one thing I noticed. The other is a holster a lot of people complained about it at first I didn’t see an issue so after using it for a few weeks I had to remove a star. the laser is great and all but for some reason mine shuts off after a couple hours in the holster sometimes it doesn’t other times it does. For the most part if I leave it in the holster and then pull it out anytime after an hour it’s off. Then there’s days where I don’t pull it out all day and then draw and it’s on still. So that being a glitch was one thing I noticed. The other is a holster a lot of people complained about it at first I didn’t see an issue. The little flap kind of was pointless to me I don’t usually wear a belt so I have I WB Carry. But the one thing that really got me is when the holster when moving around would push on the mag release in my clip would fall out or be hanging halfway out. That for me was a dealbreaker I actually purchased a different laser that comes with the flashlight on it as well. It was on here I believe it’s called streamlight with great reviews so gonna compare and will let you guys know if it’s any better. I purchased this thinking it was a great product especially considering it’s $250 anywhere else but like I said the laser is great it’s just that the holster sucks so by a different one really I don’t know if the holster was the issue with the laser shutting off automatically or if it was some thing that was glitching. I still would recommend this to a friend I just wouldn’t recommend using the holster as it’s kind of hard to get a quick draw/holster your gun with this holster. Takes two hands for me to put it back I have to open it with one and push it in with the other, Blackhawk and other holsters are way more economical for concealed carry especially having the lock button.I was going to buy this on cheaper than dirt and it was 250 bucks so I checked Amazon and found it for $84 I think. Was it easy to install and line up my sites. I would recommend this is a great buy and so far it’s held up nice. By far one of the best investments I made besides a ghost trigger. The holster is a pain in the ass to get the gun and out of if you’re carrying IWB But other than that no complaints I love it I just need to take it to the range to get a better adjustment on the laser right now it’s dead on the center of my front sight at 20ft. But I’ve been told to use a bore laser and others said to just take it to the range and do it that way. If you’re debating buying this I highly suggest you get it the only other thing I think that would be more convenient and this is the laser sights they have that go where the spring is those look really convenient and pretty bad ass.

Excellent product. Fits my pistol perfectly, installed in about 10 minutes with the included tools, adds no noticeable weight to the Ruger, does not change the balance or aiming characteristics of the gun at all. The pocket holster seems rather flimsy, but that was not my concern at all. I purchased an Urban Carry g2 laser holster and this works perfectly with the gun/laser combo. Laser turns on instantly as I draw the weapon, laser dot is bright and easy to see in full daylight conditions from up to 15 meters - I do not consider anything further away to be realistic for a compact pistol in a self-defense situation anyway.I have fired about 25 rounds after mounting the laser, about half were on drawing from the Urban Carry holster. The laser has maintained zero with no issues. Both the laser and the pistol are more accurate than I am - and I do shoot tighter groups with a laser than with regular iron sights. Also glad I decided on the red laser - considered a green laser, but the red laser diode requires far less power, and the batteries last several times longer.Highly recommended for those who carry for self defense or those with aging eyes -- or both!

The Viridian Enhanced Combat Readiness system is an excellent idea. The laser fit my Shield 9mm like a glove and works very effectively with the use of an ECR holster. I would give it 5 stars if it wasn't for the holster. It is an OWB hybrid holster and when putting it on I could not draw the pistol from the holster. Upon inspection it was notice that there was a high ridge molded to retain the pistol by the front side of the trigger guard. when you pull your belt tight the bend in the holster puts too much pressure on the kydex and will not allow the pistol to be deployed. I took a file to the ridge and filed it down enough that it would allow the pistol to be drawn while still providing for some retention. I have ordered an outer shell for my Alien Gear holster for only $12.88. Heck the whole ECR IWB Holster from Alien gear is only 34.00 for the 2.0 vs the $70.00 plus for everything else I have seen.

I love this thing. Haven't had to resight it in yet since I did the initial after install. It is on my daily carry weapon which makes that impressive, if it hasn't gotten knocked off from all the movement and bumping around then I'm happy, let alone the 500ish rounds that have been fired as well.I also love the instant-on function, not having to worry about fumbling around trying to turn it on, or making sure my hand isn't too dry for those touch sensor ones, it's just draw, put the dot on target, aim if you feel like it but unnecessary, and take down the threat.I just have had fun shooting from some pretty unorthodox positions lately and practicing the quick draw building that muscle memory.

I like the concept of the Viridian Reactor ERC Laser Sight because When you Draw Your Weapon the Laser is on instantly. BUT I did have a problem with this Laser Sight When I went to Walmart. As I went thru the MDSE (Shoplifter) Alarm Detector, it set off the Alarm. Not sure if it was the Laser Unit itself, the Batteries in it, OR mostprobably the MAGNET in the holster. Has anyone experienced this? Can't find any answer. I'm sure it wasn't my weapon since it doesn't set off the alarm before I installed the Laser Sight.