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I need a light for my carbine....
3/4/2012 12:47:04 AM
I need a light for my new colt. I cant really decide what light or how bright I want to get. I dont really want to spend more then $200.
3/4/2012 12:54:54 AM
Do you have a rail? If so look at the Streamlight TLR-1. Its a great durable light for the money.
3/4/2012 1:02:36 AM
how far/for what do you need to run your light in?
min i'd look to: 120 lumens on a rifle...
consider LED vs non, etc
min i'd look to: 120 lumens on a rifle...
consider LED vs non, etc
3/4/2012 1:38:59 AM
If its a M4 carbine or other carbine with plastic handguards.
Streamlight Tactical M16/AR15 Long Gun Light Mount - 69902 $19.20
Streamlight TLR-1 LED Weaponlight $118.00
Drill, mount & its done. M4 handguards are a dime a dozen so dont worry about it.
Anothe option is to search EBAY or the EE for a Surefire 660, they can be had for under $124.
Streamlight Tactical M16/AR15 Long Gun Light Mount - 69902 $19.20
Streamlight TLR-1 LED Weaponlight $118.00
Drill, mount & its done. M4 handguards are a dime a dozen so dont worry about it.
Anothe option is to search EBAY or the EE for a Surefire 660, they can be had for under $124.
3/4/2012 2:27:20 AM
You can get a SureFire X300 for $200 delivered from BrightFlashlights. He's a forum sponsor and both of my transactions with him have been perfect.
3/4/2012 2:47:59 AM
Surefire FTW
3/4/2012 2:52:30 AM
Originally Posted By Gentleman4561:
Do you have a rail? If so look at the Streamlight TLR-1. Its a great durable light for the money.
Do you have a rail? If so look at the Streamlight TLR-1. Its a great durable light for the money.
3/4/2012 3:17:52 AM
Can't go wrong with a Colt, and you can't go wrong with a SureFire.
But I am just a proud owner of both...
But I am just a proud owner of both...
3/4/2012 7:23:45 AM
Inforce WML!
3/4/2012 8:37:25 AM
Surefire Scout or mini Scout with aftermarket mount.
3/4/2012 8:51:43 AM
Neither one of those fit the under 200 dollar tag in the OP.
3/4/2012 9:02:36 AM
I just sold my surefire x300s and went with all insight/eotech WL1s and couldnt be happier......extremely light,bright,the throw and beam in my opinion are better....and best of all uses AA batteries
3/4/2012 9:28:53 AM
I went with a TLR-1 on a MI FSB mount. It puts the switch right at my thumb with my normal grip and is plenty bright for in the house or yard which is as far as I am likely to ever need it. It also cost less than $200 for the light and mount.
3/4/2012 9:39:01 AM
How about a Surefire M951?
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p5197.m570.l1311&_nkw=surefire+951&_sacat=See-All-Categories
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p5197.m570.l1311&_nkw=surefire+951&_sacat=See-All-Categories
3/4/2012 9:41:39 AM
Originally Posted By Gentleman4561:
Do you have a rail? If so look at the Streamlight TLR-1. Its a great durable light for the money.
Do you have a rail? If so look at the Streamlight TLR-1. Its a great durable light for the money.
I agree. The TLR-1 is an awesome light!
3/4/2012 9:44:22 AM
Surefire VTAC, I have seen a number of lights at night and chose this one based on that experience.
http://store.vikingtactics.com/merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=VT01&Product_Code=L4-VTAC-Combo&Category_Code=
http://store.vikingtactics.com/merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=VT01&Product_Code=L4-VTAC-Combo&Category_Code=
3/4/2012 10:02:30 AM
Originally Posted By Gentleman4561:
Do you have a rail? If so look at the Streamlight TLR-1. Its a great durable light for the money.
Do you have a rail? If so look at the Streamlight TLR-1. Its a great durable light for the money.
This was my first thought for the price point. You could even buy a second one for your handgun. You can usually find them right around 99 bucks.
3/4/2012 10:31:53 AM
I use a TLR-1s on my patrol rifle, mainly for the weight savings. The light is bright, but for 100+ yard shots in the dark you are probably going to want to spend a bit more for something with higher lumen output.
I also use a TLR-1s on my duty pistol. I haven't had problems with either light to this point.
I also use a TLR-1s on my duty pistol. I haven't had problems with either light to this point.
3/4/2012 10:37:27 AM
3/4/2012 10:39:02 AM
Originally Posted By NoRegrets:
I agree. The TLR-1 is an awesome light!
Originally Posted By Gentleman4561:
Do you have a rail? If so look at the Streamlight TLR-1. Its a great durable light for the money.
Do you have a rail? If so look at the Streamlight TLR-1. Its a great durable light for the money.
I agree. The TLR-1 is an awesome light!
For a pistol or at very close range with a carbine. For distances out past 50 yards the TLR-1 really isn't bright enough.
YMMV
3/4/2012 10:47:34 AM
Surefire G2X Tactical with any mount is good. 200 lumens and a 2 hour run time.
3/4/2012 11:03:15 AM
Topic Moved
3/4/2012 4:19:40 PM
Elzetta ZFL M60 flashlight in any mount you prefer. I run mine in the Elzetta ZFH1500 mount for a high power, light weight combo that is pretty hard to beat at around $200. Plus it's all made in America.
3/5/2012 1:33:00 PM
I guess I should clarify what I want. I have a quadrail so mounting it wont be a problem. I also would do like 40 yards max. I just want something bright I could use in my house or back yard.
3/5/2012 1:51:00 PM
again––look into the Inforce WML
3/5/2012 5:16:40 PM
Surefire X300s are now less than $200 at many mail order places (check LA Police Gear).
For a small, lightweight, super bright light w/ a built-in removable rail mount, you won't get much better.
For a small, lightweight, super bright light w/ a built-in removable rail mount, you won't get much better.
3/5/2012 5:47:32 PM
Originally Posted By QUIB:
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7142/6620302305_c6c7b76abe_z.jpg
Originally Posted By Gentleman4561:
Do you have a rail? If so look at the Streamlight TLR-1. Its a great durable light for the money.
Do you have a rail? If so look at the Streamlight TLR-1. Its a great durable light for the money.
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7142/6620302305_c6c7b76abe_z.jpg
What type of flip open cap is on the light?
3/5/2012 6:28:07 PM
Start checking the EE for a good used M951 or Scout
