As mentioned a few months ago, the folks at Next Level Training have introduced the new SIRT Performer 110 model for shooters who want the benefits of a SIRT dry fire gun but found the price tag for the high end models a little daunting. Retailing for just $219, the SIRT Performer is literally half the price of the original Pro.
NLT sent me a Performer a while back and I have been using it quite a bit. The main differences compared to the “Pro 110” I normally use:
- Both the shot indicator (trigger break) and take up lasers are red, whereas the Pro uses a daylight visible green laser for the shot indicator (note that there is a “Performer Pro” available that has all the other features of the lower priced Performer but incorporates a green/red laser combo; it retails for $329).
- The plastic slide of the Performer series is lighter weight compared to the metal slide versions. I find that using one of NLT’s fully weighted training magazines the weight difference is minor enough that it doesn’t impact my dry fire. Plenty of people dry fire with an empty gun, and the Performer + weighted mag is actually closer to my normal loaded gun weight than an unloaded G17.
- NLT recommends against using the plastic slide Performer series for activities that may involve rough force such as retention/defensive tactics drills.
- The Performer series lacks some of the trigger adjustability of the metal slide versions. You retain the ability to change trigger pull weight and overtravel distance, which are the two most important things for most folks… especially those shooting a Glock with a stock or similar trigger.
As an instruction tool, unless you always teach indoors I do find the green laser indispensable. So personally, I’d opt for the Performer Pro to fill that role. If you travel a lot like me, the lighter weight compared to the all metal version is actually a nice bonus on top of saving $110 compared to the normal Pro.
Next Level Training has generously provided a discount code FASTest for pistol-training.com readers who wish to purchase a Performer-series SIRT. The $219 Performer 110 with two red lasers is $189 ($30 savings), and the Performer 110 Pro with green/red drops from $329 to $284 ($45 savings). Just visit NLT’s online store and enter the code after adding one of the Performers to your cart.
The standard red/red version now costs less than a case of ammunition. It gives you essentially limitless practice repetitions with the benefit of a shot indicator and self resetting trigger. It’s a no-brainer in my book.
Now we just need to get them to make one that simulates a Springfield Professional 5″ railed 1911, right? (joking aside, an M&P model is expected very soon)
Train hard & stay safe! ToddG
see also: Byron’s 10-month Review of the NLT SIRT
Please note that I receive no compensation from purchasers using the provided discount code. However, Next Level Training did provide the Performer 110 test and evaluation unit to me free of charge.
Awesome, I’m definitely going to buy one (next week).
Well dangit. I just bought a AA 22 kit for my Glock. I think the Performer PRO may have been a better investment….
I ordered one a week ago…lead time is around 2 weeks. Can’t wait to try it out.
Thank you Todd, just got one.
The SIRT pro is the best money I’ve ever spent on anything firearms related. Easily equal to a great four day class from a top notch instructor, except that I get to use it every single day, and my shooting performance has measurably improved across the board.
Also, the SIRT folks are top notch and back their product no questions asked.
I use my SIRT for my daily dry fire practice, and my combatives instructor has incorporated SIRT’s into our workouts. I use it as a firearms instructor for improving/diagnosing student performance, and in our force on force and building clearing/room search/search warrant service training.
Easily worth the price for the top end model in my book, and a total no-brainer for the less expensive options.
In my experience, it isn’t until you get your hands on one and start playing around that the lightbulb goes off and you realize what a great tool you’ve got.
I assume you can’t install sights on the plastic slide?
No HK45c version next? 🙁
F-Trooper05 — According to the NLT website, all SIRT models offer replaceable sights: http://nextleveltraining.com/content/product-comparison-sheet
Will they offer one with Gen4-type sized backstraps? I really need that large backstrap. I guess I could try making one myself and glue it on but I don’t think it would be as accurate as one SIRT could make.
“(joking aside, an M&P model is expected very soon)”
…and I will be on one of those like white on rice.
I had concerns about the grip angel difference between Glock and everything else. Asked Todd about it. Basically if you’re doing a press-out correctly.. the grip angle takes care of itself.
So.. order placed. Not waiting for the M&P version any more.
I use a Sig P229 in .40 – I’m really torn between something like the LaserLyte in my actual carry gun, and the SIRT. I have seen Todd’s (and others’) comments on the benefits of SIRT training even for non-Glock-users, but what about compared to using the LaserLyte? The cost differential is not as important to me as the ultimate training benefit.
Thanks!
This looks like a great idea. However, my primary pistol is a Walther PPQ. Obviously the grip angle/ergonomics and magazine release are different from a Glock. The Glock trigger pull is also different than the PPQ.
But if I can find a way to make this SIRT Pistol trigger similar to a PPQ trigger I’d get one. Is that possible?
perfect timing – an excellent father’s day gift idea…