Is it actually possible to build a TL15 non-CLC laser pistol that's as powerful a TL5 revolver and doesn't need a backpack the size of a washing machine?
I'm using AndrewMV's Traveller Gunsmith spreadsheet, 'cos life's too short to do it manually. There are some small bugs (try adding a laser sight...), but I think it's mostly correct.
I *think* the problem is that the errata reduced the damage, so you need a lot of power now.