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I have a penchant for Streamlight weapon lights. I have them on my personal guns and my work guns. Streamlight offers a moderately priced, dependable setup that rivals the performance of many more expensive weapon lights. The TLR-1 HL Long gun kit synthesizes a TLR weapon light with an augmented lumen total and a dual-operation […]
TLR-7 Gun Light Output/runtime: 500 lumens/1.5 hrs IPX7 rated design; waterproof up to 1 meter for 30 minutes Durable, anodized Machined aluminum construction One handed snap on and tighten interface keeps hands away from muzzle when attaching or detaching Left and right side switches provide ambidextrous Operation TLR-8 Gun Light with Laser Experience the TLR […]
A good flashlight is a nice thing to have and having one attached to your firearms can be of great benefit. When choosing a weapon-mounted flashlight that will hold up under hard use, you have to consider the conditions for which it will be employed. If you intend to utilize your weapon light in the harsh conditions of Afghanistan, […]
The Streamlight brand of weapons lights offer users an affordable option when compared to lights from companies like Surefire. The Streamlight series of weapon lights ranges from rifle to pistol lights. My review is specifically on the Streamlight TLR 3. The TLR 3 is a compact rail mounted tactical light. The Streamlight TLR 3 is […]
I recently covered some product recommendations for carrying a pistol with mounted reflex sights. The articles focused on holsterswith and without using a mounted flashlight. In this article I am going to focus on my preferred gun belt brand for this setup. Early on when carrying a pistol with reflex sights, I found that a quality holster such as BlackPoint Tactical’s […]
In a related article I covered some of the challenges with carrying pistol-mounted reflex sights by focusing on holster options – particularly when also using a mounted flashlight. In this article I will focus on the flashlight itself. I’ll start by pointing out that flashlights for personal protection are extremely effective and valuable. If your personal preference is to […]
Early this year the Army announced they had selected the Sig P320 (M17) as their official sidearm. The modular handgun has continued to be a hit among gun enthusiasts, aided by the addition of RX models to the product line. Naval Special Warfare recently added the Glock 19 to their inventory, also capable of a slide-mounted reflex sight. Regardless of your […]
I’ve been carrying a Streamlight flashlight for several years now as part of my daily EDC. They are field proven, reliable and easy to use. We’ve already covered wrapping a length of 1″ wide duct tape around the barrel of the flashlight which has come in handy on a few occasions. Today I’m going show […]
Streamlight Keymate USB Review One of the leading innovators in lighting tools, Streamlight, is at it again with their new Keymate USB. The product is a hands free area light in the shape of a typical house key. With a max of 35 lumens, the Keymate USB is capable of providing light in the darkest […]
Today’s everyday carry (EDC) gear brought to you by editor Scott Witner. Glock 26 with Pearce Grip extension and Defoor Ameriglo sights Raven Concealment Eidolon holster setup for appendix carry NeoMag magnetic pocket magazine holder with a Glock 19 magazine Emerson Knives CQC-7, partially serrated SWAT-T tourniquet Maxpedition Micro wallet
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