Light for my G19 - $150 or less - Recommendations?

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[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Light for my G19 - $150 or less - Recommendations?

Posted: 2/11/2017 2:02:59 PM EDT

I'll admit that I don't know where to start with regards to a light for my G19 and would really appreciate some guidance / recommendations before I head over to the EE. Thanks in advance.

Posted: 2/11/2017 2:14:01 PM EDT

[#1]

TLR-1 of some sort.

Streamlight has a lifetime warranty that they honored for me. Easy to find holsters for that combo. I have 2 of them and are very satisfied. I also have a x300u, and it's nicer than the TLR-1, probably more durable......but the $$$ and my uses for it don't make the extra $ worth it. I do like the x300u's switch setup better, but the TLR-1 is very serviceable.

Posted: 2/11/2017 2:23:37 PM EDT

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TLR-1 of some sort.

Streamlight has a lifetime warranty that they honored for me. Easy to find holsters for that combo. I have 2 of them and are very satisfied. I also have a x300u, and it's nicer than the TLR-1, probably more durable......but the $$ and my uses for it don't make the extra $ worth it. I do like the x300u's switch setup better, but the TLR-1 is very serviceable.

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Streamlight is probably your winner in that price range. I have 2, one on my g17 and one on my g21, zero issues with lots of abuse.

Posted: 2/11/2017 2:31:37 PM EDT

[#3]

Tlr-1 non HL non strobe for me. More than bright enough for in the house and handgun engagement distances.

Posted: 2/11/2017 2:31:45 PM EDT

[#4]

For a G19, I'm waiting for the APLC from Inforce, 200 lumens, designed to sit flush with a G19, $120 msrp. Only real information I can find on it is from their Facebook, or videos from shot show

Posted: 2/11/2017 2:34:02 PM EDT

[#5]

Thanks guys, any suggestions on where to buy for a good price...and preferably a place that takes PP?

Posted: 2/11/2017 2:52:30 PM EDT

[#6]

TLR - 1HL off of Amazon would be my pick. Unless one of the other retailers has them cheaper

Posted: 2/11/2017 3:42:20 PM EDT

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Thanks guys, any suggestions on where to buy for a good price...and preferably a place that takes PP?

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Pretty sure amazon had the best deal when I bought both of mine. I have the HL models and they are a bit much for indoors but I use mine outside on the farm frequently.

Posted: 2/11/2017 4:57:29 PM EDT

[#8]

Streamlight pistol lights are OK. I have several that I bounce from one firearm or another. But honestly, a Surefire X300U-B for ~~$180-$195~~ is "currently" your better option. They can be found on Amazon.
There are other options (manufacturers) you should look into, IMHO, that, are of the same (or better) quality for a lesser price. If you want to stick to the $150 high budget, Streamlight TLR-1 models are a good choice.
From a more personal reality, The TRL and X300 types are too bulky riding in an IWB. On a nightstand they're fine.

Since SHOT 2107, there are a few nice prototype alternatives in the horizon around 2nd/3rd quarters, that will be nice to see.
For now, head over to the Equipment Exchange and buy used. Get something on your pistol to tide you over.

Posted: 2/11/2017 8:33:55 PM EDT

[#9]

A TLR-1 in 200-300 lumens would be my choice for indoor/outdoor use. The SureFire is a great light, but the momentary is difficult to use and the on/off paddles are stiff (says the guy who prefers SureFire) The Inforce APL/WML IMHO is to fragile and has problems with the bodies and bezels (gen 1) breaking easily regardless of generations.

Posted: 2/11/2017 9:28:30 PM EDT

[#10]

I run the 600 lumen TLR-1 HL on my 19 and 21

Posted: 2/12/2017 9:02:57 AM EDT

[#11]

TLR-1 or Inforce APL. APL is smaller w/a single battery and less lumens, but I really like the paddle switch compared to the TLR-1's rocker switch (but I own both and would gladly use either).
Tomac

Posted: 2/12/2017 1:06:58 PM EDT

[#12]

TLR-1HL in whatever the current flavor is.

There is no such thing as too bright for this purpose in my experience with the lone exception of retroreflective surfaces.

Posted: 2/12/2017 7:04:54 PM EDT

[#13]

For a Glock 19 you plan on CC'ing, I think the inforce APL is THE light to have. They're coming out with a new gen that should be in your price range

Posted: 2/12/2017 8:05:53 PM EDT

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For a Glock 19 you plan on CC'ing, I think the inforce APL is THE light to have. They're coming out with a new gen that should be in your price range

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Conceal-ability is pretty subjective to a person's physical attributes. While I'm by no means average when it comes to height and weight. I conceal a G19 with a TLR-1. I'm also 6'5" and in the 260s. Some people can pull it off, and some can't. Some have to worry about brandishing laws and printing, and others don't. I will fully admit it's more uncomfortable to carry with a light than it is without. I've never carried a pistol IWB that was comfortable and I've made the decision that I won't carry a firearm without a light, though.

Posted: 2/12/2017 10:01:16 PM EDT

[#15]

Thanks but (unfortunately due to the state that I'm currently living in) concealed carry is not an option.

I'm going with a Streamlight Tlr-1 HL.

Thanks again for everyone's suggestions / insight.

Posted: 2/13/2017 10:06:54 PM EDT

[#16]

Either a Streamlight TLR-1 HL for about $120, or you can find a used Surefire X300U for about $165.

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