Crimson Trace CTS-1550 Ultra Compact Open Reflex Pistol Sight
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About Crimson Trace CTS-1550 Ultra Compact Open Reflex Pistol Sight
Overall Feedback:
81% positive
77% liked the mounting compatibility, but 23% didn't
I found that the sight uses a standard Picatinny or Weaver rail mount, making it compatible with a wide range of pistols. It can be easily attached and secured without the need for specialized tools or extensive modifications.
I faced difficulty in mounting the gun-sight directly on the slide due to misalignment of holes and nubs, but solved it by using the mounting plate that came with the pistol.
The gun sight doesn't fit perfectly on my Springfield 9 Mod.2 OSP due to slack in the mounting screws.
68% liked the magnification range
At around 15 yards, I can thread needles perfectly with the gun-sight zeroed in. However, my shot groups spread out a bit on and up to 25 yards, but still on and center mass.
69% highlighted the field of view
The sight has an open reflex design that provides an unobstructed view of the target through the sight window.
70% were satisfied with the battery life, but 30% weren't
I used the gun-sight for several weeks and it performed great for approximately 3 boxes of ammo while practicing with my new handgun.
The battery life of the Crimson Trace CTS-1550 Ultra Compact Sight could be improved. Some users have reported that the battery drains faster than expected. It is advisable to keep spare batteries on hand to ensure uninterrupted operation during extended shooting sessions.
69% appreciated the adjustment mechanism, while 31% disagreed
I find the windage and elevation adjustments precise and easy to adjust, allowing me to zero the sight accurately.
After taking it on and off twice to address the safety plunger for a trigger job, I couldn't adjust the sight far enough down to zero.
In bright lighting conditions, the dot is not bright and there are no manual adjustments or buttons.
I noticed that the dot did not move with the rotation of the zero adjustment screws.
