How does light hold up to recoil as a weapon light? Have had D battery lights and they all get dented batteries and stop working just riding in truck
335898
Awesome, that is what it is designed for. I have this on a high recoil ak and it is fine on it. Very bright as well.
335899
I've had mine since Aug. 2013. Fairly regular use (at least weekly) and dropped it off my bike once at about 25 MPH. Other than scratches in the paint and a nick by the switch in the back where it hit the asphalt, it works exactly as new. I would have no concerns about mounting it on a weapon. It's a solid piece of hardware.
335900
Don't know -- I haven't used it as a weapon light, but I've dropped it on the sidewalk a few times without any problems. This light uses those lithium A123 batteries and they're lighter so maybe they'd hold up better that way.
882530
Aloha...I have contacted the mfr. and they told me this light has a 'special' battery pack. Apparently, the light is advertised for length of use as 2 years and that the battery 'never needs replacement.' That is true, basically it will last about 2 years, then you need to purchase another d.light. In that sense, you do not have to replace the battery. A lesson learned! Aloha, Keoni
505899
There are some universal rail mounts for lights however this light is not designed to stand up to the recoil of a firearm. My ultrafire loses contact with the battery and blinks if I smack it very hard. These just aren't made to take that kind of abuse.
931643
I have it mounted on a AR so the recoil isn't as bad as a shotgun. I did drop a couple fimes already and it still worked. For $25 Its ok. I am planning on getting a higher end one eventually but for now it serves it purpose. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful
1736172
Yes. I have used the same light on 2 rifles now. Total rounds ~100k. Functions like new except for cosmetic scratches. It mounts nicely just in front of a grip pod.
2074834
It fits on a standard picatiny rail and I've had no issues with it handling recoil. If you're hoping for precision out of any laser you're sadly mistaken. After significant volume of fire the brightness of the flashlight decreases due to exhaust smoke.
993573
And just saying if 9mm will break it you know it sucks. I had a maglite that was more durable on a 12 g. Not to mention i went though two of these aimpoints, quick too. So it wasnt a fluke. If you want a "cheap'er" light get a streamlight tlr3 but i wouldnt recommend anything less.
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Light makes right. If you are better lit they WILL get out of your way. Yield to art cars though. I run 3 monkeys front and 1 rear. Never had a playa problem with my monkeys and thats the old monkeys the batteries are not as well sealed as the M210.
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I am not a flashlight expert, I use them while hunting, under my truck, under car, just basic stuff. My friend spent 10 times more on his light and his is no brighter than mine. I am very impressed with value/quality, but I have no way of verifying the 250 L's.
705623
I use generic, dollar store batteries. With one AA battery, stays really bright for about 40-50 minutes. After that, the light grows dimmer over the next hour of use. I haven't had any problems with this flashlight.
2224801
Zeroed in on a High Point 995 TS in 4 rounds. Really liked it but after 100+ rounds started to drop out turning off. Found I had to select between numbered settings and couldn't trust it would stay on. Also took one battery to determine on / off of sight. Really thought I had a winner however unless I can figure out how to set so it holds in the on position will return to my scope and file this in the $20 loss column. Any thoughts from other users how to deal with this issue. Appears to be a recoil issue.
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My husband Chuck is a mechanic and he says it occasionally falls out of his shirt pocket without breaking. As long as it doesn't lamp tip first on the bulb it survives OK. When the light starts to flicker or seems dim, don't tap it or bang on it! Just replace the AAAA(4A) batteries right away. AAAA batteries are available at more stores than they used to be. Radio Shack has them. He is unsure of the lumens but it is plenty bright and the beam is concentrated enough for all uses. Chuck has used them for 5 or 6 yrs and bought 3 at a time because he loves them that much!
1212575
Yes, this is a LED light. It would be great on any weapon with a Picatinny rail. Rifle or pistol...anything with a rail.
1560309
Hey Joe, I've run this light on AR's, shotguns and my primary duty pistol. I have found this style of weapon light to be awesome in all applications. It's small, takes up little rail space, can use a preasure switch, bright and takes a beating. If you are not interested in spending the money on a high dollar rifle light, I would highly recommend the TLR-1s.
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I ordered one in December for my AR15 and I definitely received a 1 mode light. Like you, I think fumbling through modes an a weapon light would make it useless. I ordered the 5 mode for working on cars to save the battery and keep the heat down. This single mode is a monster. Next to my nephews Olight M22 Warrior they throw about the same beam. I do feel that there batteries are overrated though. I sense that the mah stated on the battery is less than half of what it is marked.
984880
It is a very handy little light. I like that is uses 3, AAA batteries. I would say try it on the weapon with various loads. If you develop problems with it, then better now than when you need it.
2108125
I think there is a YouTube review explaining how this light does not hold up very well to shotgun recoil unless you replace the spring in the tail push button.