Gear LaserLyte UTA-SH Laser Smith & Wesson Shield Recoil Staff February 1, 2013 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Read our affiliate policy. Find out more about how we test products. LaserLyte has introduced the UTA-SH aiming laser for the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield. The UTA-SH mounts to the M&P Shield trigger guard and snugs-up securely to the dust cover. It features an ambidextrous, and ergonomic activation switch and can be programmed to either constant on or pulse mode. Another function is the “auto-off” feature that displays a unique flash after 5-minutes of operation and automatically turns the unit off after 6-minutes. In actual usage* the battery life lasts 5-hours in constant on and 10-hours in pulse mode (*actual usage is: 1 min. on and 1 min. off). LaserLyteUTA-SH Specifications: Compatible Firearms: Smith & Wesson M&P Shield pistol: 9mm and .40 S&W Power Output: Class IIIA, 5mw Programmable: Constant On, Pulse Mode Auto-Off Feature: Display flash after 5-min operation, turns unit off after 6 minutes. Batteries: 4 x 377 Battery Life: 5 hrs. constant on, 10 hrs. pulse mode (normal usage*) Weight: 0.63 oz. /18 g Material: 30% glass filled nylon and steel mounting hardware Length: 2.25 inches/57.24 mm Width: .69 inches/17.64mm Height: 1.54 inches/39.22mm MSRP: $99.95 *Normal usage is defined as one minute on and one minute off. This test mimics actual usage where the unit is turned on and off and the battery is given time to automatically regenerate. www.laserlyte.com Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
