FOG HORN 2014

Twobirds Flying Publication

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LaserLyte SCV4 FSL-4 Laser Sight a tiny little brute that mounts in one inch of rail
space!

By: Sal Palma



Without a doubt, LaserLytes FSL-4 has to be the
most compact laser sight that Ive ever worked
with. But, this petite laser is packed with
features lacking in many of the larger higher
end laser products.
First off it is very small; however, resist the lure
of assuming that it will be cumbersome to use
or anemic. The FSL-4 may be small, but this little
brute is anything but anemic. Were you to
proceed with that assumption youd be dead
wrong.
The SCV4 FSL-4 is expressly designed for the
genre of compact and sub-compact pistols,
which have flooded the market, with very
limited rail space. This laser sight is ideal for the
conceal-carry user who seeks the rapid target
acquisition that a laser sight delivers.
Normal engagement ranges in self-defense
scenarios are generally within 20 feet or less;
here, bringing your sights to bear on a hostile
target could result in a retention problem. So,
having a laser sight ensures that youre able to
accurately place an incapacitating shot without
using your primary sights. It is an indispensable
tool to have and you can take that to the bank.
Consistent with that thought, the FSL-4s
minute size ensures unobstructed use of your
weapon and places the laser as close to the
centerline of the bore as humanly possible. The
advantage is that at close ranges you wont
have to worry about your sight offset. Simply
place the dot on your target and squeeze the
trigger.
The FSL-4 mounts to any rail system with at
least one inch of available space. It uses a cross
bar screw for attachment and once tightened it
remains securely in place and impervious to
shocks or recoil; passing my 4 foot drop test
with flying colors.
LaserLyte SCV4 FSL-4 Laser Sight a tiny little brute that mounts in
one inch of rail space!
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The laser operates on (4) 392 button cells. If
you do a little price shopping you can buy these
batteries for $3 to $6 for a pack of 10. Be sure
to look around because rack stand batteries will
run $3 a piece, so dont get burned.
The battery cap is O-ring sealed to keep
moisture out. Remember that It is always a
good idea to treat your O-rings with a little
silicone grease to keep them soft and pliable.
Also, routinely inspect the battery cap O-ring to
ensure its integrity.
Another nice feature that comes with the FSL-4
is an auto shut-off. After five minutes of use,
the laser will start to pulse its a slow pulse.
After one minute of pulsing, the laser will turn
off. If you wish to continue using the laser,
press the activation button at any time during
the one minute shutdown period, and the timer
will reset to start the next five minute
countdown.



The FSL-4 is fully ambidextrous. To activate the
laser simply push the activation button and the
laser will turn on in constant mode, there is no
temporary on operation. This is easily done
coming out of your holster. On your draw stroke
simply hit the activation button with the index
finger. If you happen to miss on the draw stroke
activate the laser with your support hand as you
complete your grip and present your weapon.
Youll want to practice this motion to develop
proficiency, but its really straightforward.
The laser has two modes of operation
continuous or pulsed. To change modes simply
press the activation button and hold for 5
seconds.
The FSL-4 is also adjustable for windage and
elevation using two hex set screws. LaserLyte
recommends adjusting windage so that the
laser dot is .5 inches left of the front sight post;
followed by elevation moving the dot so that it
is .5 inches above the front sight post. Then use
incremental quarter turns to adjust windage
and elevation so that the dot is above and
centered on the front sight.



When Laserlyte introduced the SCV4 FSL-4, the
company addressed a previously ignored
segment of the market, the rail equipped
compact and sub-compact pistol owner. Pre
FSL-4, if you wanted a rail mounted laser sight,
LaserLyte SCV4 FSL-4 Laser Sight a tiny little brute that mounts in
one inch of rail space!
2014

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on a small frame, you were pretty well out of
luck. LaserLyte stepped in to fill that space with
a durable and flexible accessory at an M.S.R.P.
of $119.95.
Size does matter especially if you are limited
from the get-go, and the FSL-4 does an
excellent job of filling that need at a very
affordable cost.
I found the SCV4 - FSL-4 to be functional,
credible and reliable - La petite souris qui
rugissait - so pick one up for your conceal-carry
or sub-compact!

-SP


























Manufacturers Specifications:
Product Number: FSL-4
Compatible Firearms: Handguns with at
least one-inch Picatinny rail
Power Output: 650NM, 5MW, Class IIIA
Programmable: Dual mode, constant on
and pulse mode.
Body Housing: 55% Glass Filled Nylon
for durability
Interior Material: 6061 aluminum core
for reliability
Batteries: 4 x 392
Battery Life: Actual usage 5 hours
constant on, 10 hours pulse mode
Body Color: Black
Weight: .75 ounces/0.021 kg
Length: 1.11 inches/2.8 cm
Width: 1.08 inches/ 2.74 cm
Height: .76 inches/1.93 cm