Reply SolidSmashies nice review , by the way do you have any review about tlr-3 , do you think it will fit it to bersa bp9cc? See that internal USB-charged battery Its definitely unique and might be a blessing or a curse. also, I ran mine in a test and it stayed lit for 1:53:00 minutes until the light went out. Unfortunately, that means youre probably going to start from the $100 mark. After 7 years of faithful service on my Glock 17it now lives on my Stag Arms 9mm AR-15 (review) specifically for night matches. I tested mine, in less than 10 minutes it is so dim that it is basically worthless. Gat and dope and such, I do know, real eyes, realize, real lies! So true just got mine last week from big daddy unlimited for62 bucks and just got an email that they back in stock about to order 1 more lol cant go wrong believe me. What are the activation/toggle differences between Surefire and Streamlight? The hardest to install (but not by much) since you need to fully remove the screw before sliding it off the rail. Thanks again. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. The Olights on the other hand are as easy as pie, with the bar (shiny or not). Thanks! Too bad you don't realize it. Great gunlight comparision, you really help me decided what I want to get. The carbon comes off easily with next to no effort. Maybe next time. While pressing it once with purpose activates stay-on. Almost all these take CR123 batteries, so make sure you get the good stuff. The oldest one up there is 8 years old with 5k+ rounds through it. Its almost too bright for indoor use. Want to be sure of your target? My 1350 lumen, 54,000 candela PLHv2 Modlite is great indoors, and it's more powerful than any current production pistol light. Do hope they offer a different switch option. Get a heatgun and reshape the "LightTuck" holster yourself. Recently bought a inforce APLc light for my gen 5 Glock 19. My 100 lumen TLR-1s has a notably brighter sndpre defined hot spot. I would think Glock's light would be pretty good. Bushmaster Carbon 15 Unboxing Video $781 AR-15 223 / 5.56, How To Mount A Weapon Light On Your Rifle, NC County plans to arm school officers with AR-15 rifles, CMMG Conversion kit unboxing, AR-15 .22 LR, AR-15 Bolt Carrier Group Disassembly & Reassembly, CMMG Dissent MK4 9MM Demo Stupid soft recoil. Got it for $150! My P227 has tall night sites and I'm having trouble finding a good OWB holster that will accommodate the tall sites and the TRL-4. Was: $50.00 10% off. Check out the Olight Valkyrie PL-2. These are all pretty popular lights so most holster manufacturers will have OWB (outside the waistband) options to cater to your pistol and light combo. Add another vote for the O-Light Mini Valkyrie, awesome little light The box had never even been opened. Glock 19 19X 17 22 23 45 34 35 TLR7A TLR7. Especially helpful if you have several pistols to kit out with lights, helps the wallet. Our new budget favorites with some great customer reviews are the Olight PL-MINI 2 and 1500 lumen PL-PRO. It would drain a brand new Surefire 123 in a month or two without even turning it on. Easy to reach for both hands and perfectly textured. I use Inforce on my M4 and love it. Please be more honest and clear about Olights. Weve got a dedicated section for the AR-15 here. While outdoors its a much more spread out pattern thats good for searching but still enough in the middle for target acquisition. Ive always had good results from Streamlight ones. Thank you in advanced for your advice. Were continually testing new versions of the TLR-6and the latest has to be on the Glock 43x. I have the APLc, decent light, owned for a few months. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Best for Self-Defense Streamlight TLR-2 300 Lumens, strobe feature $310 at Optics Planet Jump to Details Best Light/Laser Combo Streamlight TLR-8 500 lumens, laser/light combo $215 at OpticsPlanet Jump to Details Sleekest Look Inforce APLc 200 limens, streamlined look $115 at Amazon Jump to Details Best for Subcompacts Streamlight TLR-6 Just email their customer service if your particular gun/light combo isn't listed, they'll email you back with instructions. that will help a lot. Also, I plan to carry aiwb with a tier1concealed agis or xiphos. There was not an area of high beam intensity which for its size and weight I wasnt expecting. When you train with your pistol light (and you should), I recommend taping it off with masking/painters tape. Just curious what the norm is here, or do you have to spend alot more to get more light? Brought to you by AROutfitting.Com, COPYRIGHT 2023 ARO NEWS - AROUTFITTING.COM. Olight FTW! Here we have one for the Sig Sauer P365one of our favorite concealed carry guns. Tactical Distributors Ready to go. You either need a coin or screwdriver permanently at hand or have really long nails to remove/install the screw system and insure a tight fit. At least for the XD and my average hand size. Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. Posted July 24, 2019 in Concealed Carry, Flashlights, Pistols, Reviews, Semi-Auto by Matt E with No CommentsTags: APLc, concealed carry, flashlight, Inforce, Weapon Light. And Im not that great anyway. Inforce has a lifetime warranty as well so if an issue ever does arise, they will quickly make it right which is good peace of mind. Anyone make a holster for a G19, and the TLR 7? The beam also has a very focused center with a decent amount of spread to see peripheral targets. Abused them and even used one as a pool light for a couple years and they all still work awesome. Inforce APLc Now it's impossible to see at all without 2,000lumens. For more information, please see our I still love my Pl-mini. CTRL + SPACE for auto-complete. It looks much more futuristic in my opinion and is polymer. The APLc is discontinued. The APL Compact is a brand new INFORCE product providing 200 lumens of vibrant white light with up to 1.5 hours of runtime. I went with the TLR-2 HL G. From your writings it came across as the Mac daddy. Which do you like more the pl mini or the tlr 7? You really tend to get what you pay for in flashlights and you want something that has an impeccable reputation. Them tunes though, what's the music you used man?? Vlogging tripod/grip The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. it prevents carbon buildup and wipes off easily. Holster options/limitations? Do you have any recommendations on what you consider the best light for an M&P Shield 9? The TWM-30 runs on two CR123 batteries which provide a run time of 1.75 hours. Theyve got the TLR-2 HL. TLR7 1913/Sig Sub Comparison Tactical Dev 48K views 1 year ago How to Appendix Carry Comfortably Tier 1 Concealed Is This The Glock Killer?? So far I really like them. I'd love to see an article trying them all out. I stopped carrying 4 o'clock a few years back. Guys I think you may have missed a great option. Really great quality and customer service. Press J to jump to the feed. I very much like the laser and light combo a feel comfortable that should I ever need it it will serve me well. Such as how difficult (and annoying) it can be to remove the lights from the weapon. January 30, 2020 By Richard Nance. Gosh dang can you donate a gun to a fellow gun enthusiast! Nightstick is a brand you may not be familiar with, but its products are solid. Ive owned it for a couple months now. We'll send you the latest guides and training tips geared If this light had worked the way it is supposed to, it would definitely be a 5-star light, but for a weapon light it's pretty much all or nothing. I didnt need any special solvents or material to get the light clean. Well, I guess I owe you guys a thanks. How about the light that has a 100-lumen edge on the TLR-7? Hasnt failed in 2000 rounds and my other Streamlight TLR-2s (up next) has held up for 8+ years. In this video, I compare the Streamlight TLR-7 to the Surefire XC1, Inforce APLc, Olight PL-Mini, Streamlight TLR-1 and some others. Also bought a special holster from Hidden Hybrid Holsters. As far as cleaning the lens, I suggest using steel wool, it will not scratch or damage the lens.. Olight PL-Mini But it's great to have a compact light putting out 500 lumens on a stable and solid mount. Interested to see how it measures up. When I tap and release either paddle this light does NOTHING. Enough to light up everything I need but not so much to blind myself. You need to update this list. It has fallen off the gun while at target practice 3 times. However I tried to use you discount code on Amazon for the pl-2 mini and Amazon said it was an invalid code. Like a cheaper version of the Olight, Chris Bony swears by his TLR-1HL coz he's beaten the nuts out of it for about a decade. Be a productive member of society, but be prepared. They fit well. Do you mind sharing details on your setup? Now you dont need to fumble with extra CR123A batteries BUT you lose the ability to quickly swap in a fresh set if you run dead. For CR2 batteries (such as for the APLc), check out the choices here. If youre looking for a bombproof, bright, focused lightalmost everyone will tell you to get the X300U if you have the dough since it runs about double the Streamlights. Buy It Now. Im looking for a light for my Glock 19. . I have an APL Gen 3 full size model, and even the 400 lumens is lacking. Thanks again. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. The APL compact with its sleek design and great activation, the PL mini. But Ive had police instructors who advocate 800 lumens that are great for outdoor work. Sure you can go with a handheld light (check our Best Tactical Flashlights), but a mounted pistol light is already attached and gives you two hands-free with a strong grip. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. So some advise for practicing with your light on your weapon. So we know what works from a reliability standpoint. A new edition to the list in 2019 is the TLR-6 family of lights made specifically for tiny guns that might not have the regular Picatinny rails for other lights. We go head to head with a comparison between the top mini weapon lights made today. The TLR-6 says it only puts out 100 Lumens that seems weak. It makes it super easy to take on and off your handgun. Thanks, lots of love for OlightI've added them to the honorable mentions and will be sure to check them out soon. And I moved the 2s with the laser onto my night shoot rifle. Try the Baldr S Product Overview. Install is also very easy with a rail clamp system. I became my group's "gun guy" and everyone who had questions came to me. First video. Inforce hangun lights mount easily to any gun equipped with a 1913 or Glock Universal rail. You do not pay Just checking in to see if you know anything about it. Been through a lot of rounds, and it still comes on fine. patrick mcgoohan accent,