Brand | VIRIDIAN WEAPON TECHNOLOGIES |
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Color | Black |
Style | Tactical |
Sport | Airsoft |
Item Weight | 1 Pounds |
Material | Aluminum |
Compatible Devices | Handgun, Rifle |
Mounting Type | Rail mount |
Night vision | Yes |
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 5.87 x 4.25 x 2.24 inches |
Package Weight | 0.19 Kilograms |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 0.5 x 0.5 x 0.5 inches |
Brand Name | VIRIDIAN WEAPON TECHNOLOGIES |
Suggested Users | Aiming Systems > Laser |
Manufacturer | Viridian |
Part Number | X5L |
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Viridian X5L Green Laser Sight and Tac Light, Universal Rail Mount, ECR Instant-On, Multiple Light Modes
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Brand | VIRIDIAN WEAPON TECHNOLOGIES |
Color | Black |
Style | Tactical |
Sport | Airsoft |
Item Weight | 1 Pounds |
Material | Aluminum |
Compatible Devices | Handgun, Rifle |
Mounting Type | Rail mount |
Night vision | Yes |
About this item
- VIRIDIAN GREEN LASER: This compact green tactical laser utilizes a precise 532nm wave length for a more visible targeting dot in day or night, indoors or outdoors. Class 3R Laser Product (Does not exceed Class IIIA emission limits), ≤ 5mW power output
- LED LIGHT: 178 Lumens of bright light with horizontal light dispersion to better view threats across a wider area. Use the 224 Lumen strobe mode to disorient attackers.
- EASY ACTIVATION: Easily activate the world's brightest laser and/or LED light when drawn. No fumbling with buttons in critical situations.
- BATTERY LIFE: 6+ hours constant laser, 10+ hours of pulsing laser runtime, 60 minutes tac laser and light. Includes one CR123A 3v lithium.
- UNIVERSAL MOUNTING SYSTEM: The modular rail set allows for quick mounting to virtually all railed handguns and rifles
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ASIN | B0026O1EY4 |
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Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #240,924 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) #375 in Airsoft Gun Sights #30,722 in Hunting Equipment |
Date First Available | June 17, 2003 |
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Customers like the brightness, performance, fit and accuracy of the sporting goods. For example, they mention that the light is very bright, the laser is highly visible and that it performed as advertised. Some appreciate the ease of installation, value, and adjustability. That said, opinions are mixed on the quality.
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Customers like the brightness of the laser range finder. For example, they say the spotlight is very bright at 160 lumens and the strobe will put it. The light is blinding at night and the laser is easy to see in broad daylight. Some say the laser works great and the light works well.
"...You're set! Functional, stable, dependable, highly visible green beam, it's added weight is near unnoticeable, simple to operate, not difficult to..." Read more
"...The light is blinding at night and the laser is easy to see in broad daylight. At night it goes further than you would ever need to shoot a handgun...." Read more
"...The green laser is extremely bright even in bright sunlight, the flashlight is bright, the unit is programmable in many different ways, it is..." Read more
"...This unit gives the best of both worlds. The green is incredibly visible in bright day light. I would not go any way but this laser...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the light. They say it functions well, performs as advertised, and has a spot-on intensity. Some say that the light is good enough for their purposes, but it doesn't appear to be as bright as claimed. That said, some say that it works great for night time use and that the combination of holster and draw works flawlessly.
"...You're set! Functional, stable, dependable, highly visible green beam, it's added weight is near unnoticeable, simple to operate, not difficult to..." Read more
"...Still holds zero, still works perfectly. It also helped get my wife to enjoy shooting when she was first starting...." Read more
"When this actually works it's a great, bright light, and the green laser is very bright, day or night...." Read more
"...The X5L didn't even come close. It's good enough for my purposes, but doesn't appear to be as bright as claimed...." Read more
Customers like the fit of the product. They mention that it fits perfectly on the rail, and is very secure. It is sleek and small, and it stays in place.
"...describes. Each possess a very secure fit to the accessory rail. Ambidextrous accessibility. Simple reliable and steady performance...." Read more
"...in many different ways, it is lightweight and it is sleek and small...." Read more
"...When I received the Viridian XL5 I installed it on an M&P 9 and it fit very well...." Read more
"...So the ergonomics are not super, just average.The X5L fits nice and snug on my P30L and feels sturdy as it is made out of high strength..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the accuracy of the laser sight. They mention that the light is bright and the laser is awesome. The green laser is hands down much better than the red laser, and it works great. The laser sight is superbly made and helps to aim right out of the box.
"...For weight, lumens, laser quality, build quality I give it 5 stars. For value, I'd like to see it in the mid to upper $200 range...." Read more
"...It feels pretty solid, has a decent light output and the green laser is absolutely awesome...." Read more
"...The laser is the best I've ever seen, hands down.Now, the light on the other hand, is a different story. It's good, don't get me wrong...." Read more
"...I got this mainly for the light so the laser was a great bonus, so if you don't mind having to adjust it frequently then it's a no-brainer...." Read more
Customers find the installation of the product to be easy. They mention that the button works fine and the settings are easy enough to work through. They also say that the light, laser, or both with the strobe is easy to use and that the X5L mounts and dismounts really easy.
"...visible green beam, it's added weight is near unnoticeable, simple to operate, not difficult to configure and well below the cost of other likewise..." Read more
"...This makes it easy to use for self and home defense. It is simple to use, only two buttons and ambidextrous operation on top of that...." Read more
"...It is very simple to mount and zero using the included tools...." Read more
"...The On/Off button worked fine and the settings were easy enough to work through. At first it seemed like a great fit for my home defense weapon...." Read more
Customers like the value of the sporting goods. They mention that the craftsmanship of the product is next to none, and the quality is on par with the price.
"...unnoticeable, simple to operate, not difficult to configure and well below the cost of other likewise tactical solutions...." Read more
"...(more $) and the Streamlight (much less $) and the quality is on par with the price...." Read more
"...Lastly, the price is reasonable if you can get it during sales, if it's over $300 then I would not have gotten it." Read more
"...I bought 2 of these, the other is working fine. They are expensive. Another thing I noticed is that they come with a 1 year warranty...." Read more
Customers like the adjustability of the tactical light. They mention that it has multiple settings, is easy to change modes, and is programmable in many different ways. They appreciate the default mode to factory settings and the different modes available. They also mention that the six modes are easy to cycle through and that there is deep programming on all.
"...Twin controls afford ambidexterous handling. It has six modes. It's various functions enable laser and LED to operate simultaneously or separately...." Read more
"...Also, the strobe speeds are both customizable. If you set one speed, it will apply that to all of the modes where a strobe is employed...." Read more
"...in bright sunlight, the flashlight is bright, the unit is programmable in many different ways, it is lightweight and it is sleek and small...." Read more
"...The programming ability and settings are outstanding with strobing laser and light and intensity settings...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the product. Some mention it's ruggedly constructed, dependable, and functional. However, others say that it'd just not reliable, nor is it water proof. The board is flimsy and the small rods on the cap break off.
"...I've found no signs of unstable operation as some have alluded to in their posts here or elsewhere, nor have I found any fit or finish issues with..." Read more
"...It was VERY expensive to find out this thing just isn't reliable, nor is it water proof... but I'd rather throw away $270 bucks than I would to..." Read more
"...: after at least two years of use (I believe), this thing is still going strong. Still holds zero, still works perfectly...." Read more
"...The unit appears very durable so far...." Read more
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This is the second Viridian laser/LED sighting device I've bought. My C5L rests on a Ruger sR40 compact. Each unit works exactly as the mfg. describes. Each possess a very secure fit to the accessory rail. Ambidextrous accessibility. Simple reliable and steady performance. The X series is designed for larger handguns and this one resides on an FN FNP 45T rather than an Trigicon RMR this particular pistol is designed to accommodate. The Trijicon RMR costs nearly twice as much though and adds to the overall bulk and height of the sidearm.
The X5L green laser is very visible at distances of 100 ft or so, at night, and around 40 ft. or so during the day, and this is coming from someone who has exceptionally poor eyesight. Close in, or in the home, you'll have no issues identifying or targeting possible threats.
The X5L is quite versatile and easily configurable. Twin controls afford ambidexterous handling. It has six modes. It's various functions enable laser and LED to operate simultaneously or separately. Most Pulse or strobe frequencies and LED intensities are adjustable. It even shuts down after a short period automatically (10 min?) to prevent complete drainage of the cell if inadvertently energized when you set it down, or put it into a case or nightstand drawer. Apart from the longer run times of the X series, it's LED has a narrower yet slightly brighter bean than the C version's sights. Effectively this enables the operator to have a greater usable distance for identifying threats and dispatching or disregarding them, but not the wider spill of the C units which works great for up close social work.
Viridian ECR Taclok holsters are now available for the more popular pistols, the eCR technology yields Instant on of the sight at which ever setting you choose to use as a default. This combination of handgun and laser readiness act as an integrated weapon system. Simultaneous & immediate functionality without a secondary motion required to activate the sight. Neither do you hafve to rely on how the grip is maintained. Merely draw the weapon from a Viridian ECR TACLOK holster, OR modify your own holster (see the DIY videos online showing how & where to install a small magnet in just the right orientation, and Viola! You're set! Functional, stable, dependable, highly visible green beam, it's added weight is near unnoticeable, simple to operate, not difficult to configure and well below the cost of other likewise tactical solutions.
Sure the unit could have the same spring loaded rail attachment system Streamlight and Surefire use, and the X5L's LED could easily be made brighter as these other two competitors often build into their sights, but you don't have to remove the unit and risk losing zero to insert a new CR 123 as several other competitors require when using their sighting solutions.
Zeroing the laser is simple & intuitive. Zeroing is faster with two people than doing it alone but either way will do. Using a laser bore sight is one other method to get close in faster. Remember too, closer in from zero, the shot will land roughly as much as an inch higher than the laser aiming point. Farther from zero, the opposite is true, and ballistics will add in their own factors for either case, so do practice... often.
The Viridian X5L is definitely a practical and viable tactical solution which lives up to it's billing. Can be attached to long guns using the remote pressure switch which comes with the long gun model. The X5L is designed primarily for larger handguns. The biggest negative on the X model is perhaps it's width. Attached to double stack sidearms, or revolvers, it is not at all an issue. On very slim line semi auto pistols like 1911s, it will often be wider than the gun itself, though not by much.
I've found no signs of unstable operation as some have alluded to in their posts here or elsewhere, nor have I found any fit or finish issues with mine. Everything right out of the box assembled perfectly and it has operated flawlessly. The single item for me is or was a need to adjust down the brightness of the LED when used simultaneously with the Green Laser to prevent some washing out of the green beam... results (eyes) will vary here I suppose. The OEM settings should do very well for the majority of users.
Regardless the long gun or sidearm the X5L is affixed to, you have a definite advantage.
NOTE although lights and lasers help out a lot, they are not the only consideration for a defensive solution. Range time remains just as important. and perhaps more so when adding anything to or in a weapon, even changing grips, sights, stances, breathing, and especially if you decide to shoot different ammo. It's a great device and will serve the operator well, but only with lots of practice.
This is one of the best products i've purchased on amazon, it holds a zero through seemingly any number of rounds. It helps amateurs to hit a target and helps more experienced marksman to hit a target far more easily under stress. The light is blinding at night and the laser is easy to see in broad daylight. At night it goes further than you would ever need to shoot a handgun. This makes it easy to use for self and home defense. It is simple to use, only two buttons and ambidextrous operation on top of that. The modes of operation are fully customizable with different combinations of light and laser. If you want a strobing light and constant laser, or constant light with a strobing laser, just light, just laser, strobing or not, it can do all of that. Also, the strobe speeds are both customizable. If you set one speed, it will apply that to all of the modes where a strobe is employed. The buttons on the side also support momentary-on use. You have to hold them for a little longer than you might think for this to kick in, but it's there. The laser comes with everything needed to sight it in, and a battery. It also comes with a couple spare parts and even replacement allen wrenches for the windage and elevation. Overall, a GREAT product. I would certainly purchase it again.
It is very simple to mount and zero using the included tools. The green laser is extremely bright even in bright sunlight, the flashlight is bright, the unit is programmable in many different ways, it is lightweight and it is sleek and small. Price wise it falls between the Surefire (more $) and the Streamlight (much less $) and the quality is on par with the price. The Streamlight feels cheap compared to this and the Surefire though. The unit appears very durable so far. I have tried this with an MP45P and a G20 shooting much heavier loads than are typically available and it has yet to lose zero.
It's a great training aid and could be a significant advantage in some SD situations. Yes, you will get people staring at you if you go to a public range, or grumbling about it being a sign that you can't use iron sights. All of the above makes this not only a useful tool but a lot of *fun*.
Recommended.