Thinking I should have a WML for my bedside pistol, a Taurus PT92, so full size with a rail. But there are a LOT of lights on the market, and I have no clue where to start. Some guidance would be much appreciated. Later.
Dave
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Thinking I should have a WML for my bedside pistol, a Taurus PT92, so full size with a rail. But there are a LOT of lights on the market, and I have no clue where to start. Some guidance would be much appreciated. Later.
Dave
I have owned a few different ones now. Your main thing is going to be which switching system feels best to you. Streamlight,surefire,inforce all have different styles. I have had some of each. Still own tlr-1 and x300ua.Quote:
Originally Posted by daved20319
I prefer the surefire. It has worked 24/7 no matter if its -20 out or 100. Ive banged her around, soaked it in water. It just does not care. I also like the quick attach style attachment. But once again thats my preference. The surefire is a rotary type switch. Rotated up or down it is on. Press the switch forward for momentary.
Inforce lights are nice but I do not know anyone who has not had to send one in for warranty. Inforce are usually a press type switch.
Streamlights just work. For the price they are a very good value. Pretty durable and they have a good warranty if you need it. I know some guys like the switching more. The streamlight is rotary as far as tlr1. Rotate one way for constant and the other for temporary.
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My agency approves/issues Streamlight TLR-1HL pistol mounted lights and we have had solid performance from them. I can't recall anyone in my 400 plus agency having a problem with theirs.
I have one mounted on my duty pistol and it has seen hard use, temp extremes, lots of bumps, etc. I wish I had one years ago when I started this gig as it makes clearing houses/buildings during burglaries and such much easier. A lot of that is technique though so having/obtaining the light is one thing......and training with it is another.
Even if you can't get in a class, there is some info on the web on how to run one when clearing rooms and such. I would suggest you take a look at some of that and add that to your considerations prior to purchase.
Regards.
On a bedside pistol, I would give serious thought to a Streamlight light/laser combination. The laser can be really helpful in low light, or if you need glasses that you didn’t have time to grab and cannot see the sights well.
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Streamlight has been my go-to light for years. Started off with the Insight, which used the same controls as the Streamlight.
Had a Surefire, but not a fan of pushing in for momentary. Only Surefire lights I have are handhelds or long gun setups (either a handheld mounted, or Scout light).
I have probably a half dozen Streamlights. And for as different as the controls are, I’m a big fan of the TLR-7. Beats the hell out of the TLR-3.