Video—ARTV: Crimson Trace LiNQ

American Rifleman Staff

posted on February 21, 2019

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American Rifleman's Brian Sheetz takes a look at Crimson Trace's LiNQ, a wireless green laser and white light sighting system for AR platformed rifles. To test its effectiveness, ARTV runs the LiNQ through the RockCastle Shooting Center, deep in the pitch-black caverns of Kentucky. Sound interesting? Check out this feature segment from a recent episode of American Rifleman TV to see more.

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