how well does this flashlight perform on an ak? ive mostly seen strap on rail mount systems employed on them
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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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There are rail systems available. This light is more of a handgun design and would be best suited for its intended purpose. I would advise against using an AK for home defense.
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As far as rouged and lasting I have it mounted on a 1911 .45acp and have put over 2K rounds down range with it attached. The AK is a great rifle however I would look into the Streamlight for the AR/AK platform not the handgun model. I would not personnal put this on my rifle I would use the Crimson Trace light/ lazer combo vert grip or the larger Streamlight for your application. All that said it also depends on what your doing with it, hunting hogs? get a flood light, home defence- I wouldnt use an AK...
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i ordered a quad rail for it. thats what the question was suppossed to ask. long night. thanks for your responses. i have one i purchased for my 92fs and love it. ill look into the streamlight also. thats funny that it was mentioned so i have to ask... do people really use AK's for home defense? i just cant imagine it....
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Unless you have a rail mount on your AK I am sure it would be difficult to secure it on the rifle. The flashlight has an adjustable rail clamp to secure it, other than that the flashlight is great.
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The TLR-1 works well on most carbines, AR variants, AKs, and such. Although its larger in diameter than most dedicated rifle lights it can preform as light for a rifle, pistol, or shotgun. I would consider if your looking for a "do all" light that's in the $100 range.
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If your ak has a rail and you tighten it down properly it will preform just fine..
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Yes it works pretty well with my ak setup. I have 6 30rd mags two fit snug in the mag pouches
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I mounted it on my RIA 1911, and It handled d recoil just fine. Not 100% sure but I think it can handle your AK. The quick release mount is pretty solid.
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I have it on a Remington 742 (.308) and it seems to be OK. Can't promise, but I should think it would work on an AK. The biggest problem I had was zeroing it. Once that was done, I haven't had any problems.
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With my purchase, this site didn't survive on a .22Lr so I would doubt it would survive on an AK at the business end. As to an alternative, I am not sure any red dot would be good at that eye relief, I haven't ever tried to mount something that far forward, maybe a laser would be a better choice at that point?
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I use one on my AK47 and my Remington tatical 12 gauge which has a lot more recoil than an AR15 with no problems
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I use this on my saiga ak47. I like it better than the side mount utg. Very low profle and easy to install. Peep sight that comes with it is useless do not put it on the rail.
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The rail mount fits any AK configuration with the standard AK side rail mount. The mount fits very close to the dust cover thereby prohibiting the removal of the cover with the mount on.This is fairly standard with all mounts. The optic will be centered, but keep in mind co witness is not always achieved with the AK.
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I have this mounted on a Stag Arms AR15... I run it in 3 gun matches and its rock solid. 6" plates at 200 yards off-hand... No problem. Good glass / bright reticle / clear etch for no power application . A++
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The Meprolight is a much better sighting system than the one that comes on the AK. It is adjustable and thetru-dots are easier to pick up. I really loke mine.
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It comes complete with screws and it will work with the quick release mount. Unless your AK is already drilled, you will have to drill it yourself, that is not a big deal. No instructions comes with this and I mean none. Go on Youtube and you can watch a guy putting one on his AK. I got one for my son for Christmas and we installed it in about 30 minutes. Seems to be a really good, strong setup.
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do you have a good mount? mine works well on my ar but a shotgun hits a little harder. I don't think you'll have a problem with it.
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Works great on my AR and my shotgun. If you have the proper Picatinny mount it will work fine. I have shot many rounds through both guns and have had no accuracy or failure issues.
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For the price it's definitely worth a try. Truthfully thou, a full auto AK47 firing the 7.62 rd, if it was zeroed in wouldn't be for very long. It's just to much recoil and you would be adjusting every time you changed out a mag which gets boring really quick. Personally, I would say leave the scope off AKs are sexy without scopes buy if you really want a scope I would recommend the ACOG. They're built specifically for high cal. full auto assault rifles but they are going to be a bit pricey.
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Hi, Christine...Great rifle or shotgun light... You have the option of a momentary pressure switch or an "off/on" tail switch (comes with both!). Nice rigid mount for a shotgun/rifle, also. I suggest getting a couple of 3.7 volt #18650 batteries and charger with it. I ordered my charger and 2 batteries at 3000mah for $8.60. Sold by WorthTrust Company. Good luck with everything so far.
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All I can say is it might. I am not an AK guy. Most of my experience is in building AR, M1A, Rem 700 and Mossy 500 weapons. It looks like you need to get almost down onto the rail with you Aimpoint to absolute cowitness your front sight. I use Vortex Strikefires myself and to me they perform as well as Aimpoint. I use them on Mossy 500s and they hold up under 3" magnum fire that actually broke an A.R.M.S. QD mount. Anyway, they are not very expensive and they are great rings. I have some on my Rem 700 Varmint .308. Try one and see.
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Hmm Have had it on a FNAR 308 ,AR and AK. It holds up fine. Nice scope - good glass - and just a really good fit and feel on guns like that .Its a good by no regrets - Good luck