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Posted: 1/10/2021 12:11:28 AM EDT
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I don't think you're getting into a US made light with a pressure switch for $150.
Streamlight has options in that range with the pressure switch. |
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Posted: 1/10/2021 9:57:00 AM EDT
[#2]
Streamlight HL-X. 1,000 lumens/27,600 candela. Runs on CR123A, their recharge-via-USB SL-B26, or any 186650. Comes with clicky tailcap or pressure switch. Can also use a Scout series mount.
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Posted: 1/10/2021 12:18:45 PM EDT
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Quoted: Streamlight HL-X. 1,000 lumens/27,600 candela. Runs on CR123A, their recharge-via-USB SL-B26, or any 186650. Comes with clicky tailcap or pressure switch. Can also use a Scout series mount. This |
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Posted: 1/10/2021 1:15:22 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Streamlight HL-X. 1,000 lumens/27,600 candela. Runs on CR123A, their recharge-via-USB SL-B26, or any 186650. Comes with clicky tailcap or pressure switch. Can also use a Scout series mount. +1. Hard to beat in this price category. |
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Posted: 1/10/2021 2:20:44 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Streamlight HL-X. 1,000 lumens/27,600 candela. Runs on CR123A, their recharge-via-USB SL-B26, or any 186650. Comes with clicky tailcap or pressure switch. Can also use a Scout series mount. This is really the only option for a good rifle mounted light in your price range. |
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Posted: 1/11/2021 4:30:05 AM EDT
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Well dang, I guess I know what to look at now. Thanks guys.
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Posted: 1/11/2021 11:02:12 PM EDT
[#7]
Olight Odin and Odin Mini are really nice
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Posted: 1/12/2021 1:35:49 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Well dang, I guess I know what to look at now. Thanks guys. I've bought a couple from here. Sign up for a back in stock alert. about the best price around. https://www.armsunlimited.com/Streamlight-ProTac-HL-X-Rail-Mount-Weaponlight-p/88066.htm |
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Posted: 1/12/2021 10:22:38 PM EDT
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Olight Odin is a nice light, but I'd much rather save up and buy a Modlite PLHv2. Buy once, cry once.
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Posted: 1/12/2021 10:50:47 PM EDT
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Surefire M640V Pro with a 75% off coupon that takes 2 hours to complete checkout while the website crashes every 87 seconds and then takes 2 years for surefire to actually ship it.
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Posted: 1/13/2021 2:09:40 PM EDT
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Streamlight Rail Mount 2.
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Posted: 1/13/2021 2:27:55 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Streamlight Rail Mount 2. Just curious as to why you prefer the Rail Mount 2 over the HL-X? I prefer the HL-X due to its dual fuel design (cr123's or 18650) and its 1,000 lumen vs the inferior 625 lumen. |
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Posted: 1/13/2021 2:36:33 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Streamlight HL-X. 1,000 lumens/27,600 candela. Runs on CR123A, their recharge-via-USB SL-B26, or any 186650. Comes with clicky tailcap or pressure switch. Can also use a Scout series mount. |
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Posted: 1/13/2021 2:47:19 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Just curious as to why you prefer the Rail Mount 2 over the HL-X? I prefer the HL-X due to its dual fuel design (cr123's or 18650) and its 1,000 lumen vs the inferior 625 lumen. I have both and the Rail Mount 2 is quite a bit smaller than the HL-X. The latter is YUUUUGE. so maybe that's why @lew prefers it? But I agree with you, the ability to use 186650 and the way more lumens and candela make the HL-X a winner for me also. |
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Posted: 1/13/2021 3:20:54 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Just curious as to why you prefer the Rail Mount 2 over the HL-X? I prefer the HL-X due to its dual fuel design (cr123's or 18650) and its 1,000 lumen vs the inferior 625 lumen. I have the 1 and the HL-X. The HL-X is awesome, but almost TOO bright for indoor use. The 1 and 2 are smaller, lighter & lower lumen. I have a 1 on my HD gun, and it works great. |
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Posted: 1/22/2021 3:18:59 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I've bought a couple from here. Sign up for a back in stock alert. about the best price around. https://www.armsunlimited.com/Streamlight-ProTac-HL-X-Rail-Mount-Weaponlight-p/88066.htm At the moment, they are available. Just ordered two. Thanks! |
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Posted: 1/22/2021 10:12:46 PM EDT
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Crimson Trace CWL 202 is 900 lumen and the price $94.99 on OpticsPlanet. Also batteries for life. Its a light that I am looking hard at right now. I am also looking at the Streamlight HLX. The Streamlight is about twenty bucks more. I need to get at least two lights right now and my budget is tight. I think I can afford buying either one of those lights and still have some money to finish off my AR projects.
Crimson Trace also makes a 500 lumen version. Its the CWL 102. |
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Posted: 1/23/2021 9:36:05 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Just curious as to why you prefer the Rail Mount 2 over the HL-X? I prefer the HL-X due to its dual fuel design (cr123's or 18650) and its 1,000 lumen vs the inferior 625 lumen. Size and weight. I put RM2 on guns I am looking to keep light and don't use much where CR123 power isn't an issue. My daily work gun is HL-X with USB rechargable 18650 which I am training with/using daily. |
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Posted: 1/23/2021 9:38:02 AM EDT
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I will throw in you can easily find a Made in USA Inforce WMLx for around $100 on the EE pretty easy.
No pressure switch, but simple push button with 800 lumens and 2x CR123 |
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Posted: 1/23/2021 3:03:20 PM EDT
[#20]
Big fan of the HL-X without the pressure pad. The clicky tailcap works just fine mounted 10:00-11:00 on 11.5" and longer handguards.
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Posted: 1/28/2021 11:16:43 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I will throw in you can easily find a Made in USA Inforce WMLx for around $100 on the EE pretty easy. No pressure switch, but simple push button with 800 lumens and 2x CR123 |
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Posted: 1/28/2021 7:35:04 PM EDT
[#22]
How about the Streamlight TLR 9 ? Or is that more pistol oriented?
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Posted: 1/29/2021 12:11:00 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: How about the Streamlight TLR 9 ? Or is that more pistol oriented? It is.  Failed To Load Title |
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Posted: 1/29/2021 12:11:38 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: How about the Streamlight TLR 9 ? Or is that more pistol oriented? But the RM2 is the same output wise and is designed for long gun use.  Streamlight TLR RM1 & TLR RM2 Rail Mounted Lights |
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Posted: 2/4/2021 8:56:43 AM EDT
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Can't go wrong with the HL-X.
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Posted: 2/10/2021 1:59:58 PM EDT
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I almost bought an HL-X. It seems like an excellent choice if you insist on a tape switch. I went with a Streamlight PolyTac X USB instead, and paid $45 for it. No tape switch, 600 lumen, 11,485 candela, 4.9 ounces. This unfortunately means it won't be visible from space, which I know is a typical user requirement. Keep in mind that lights that scare your cat will be dimmer than a birthday cake after an hour of use, while the PolyTac X has a 3.5-hour run time on high.
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Posted: 2/10/2021 5:41:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I almost bought an HL-X. It seems like an excellent choice if you insist on a tape switch. I went with a Streamlight PolyTac X USB instead, and paid $45 for it. No tape switch, 600 lumen, 11,485 candela. This unfortunately means it won't be visible from space, which I know is a typical user requirement. Keep in mind that lights that scare your cat will be dimmer than a birthday cake after an hour of use, while the PolyTac X has a 3.5-hour run time on high. Just FYI, the HL-X has a button also. You can choose to mount the light with the integral switch or the tape. I'm no expert, but based on this thread I recently ordered and received two HL-Xs. That's how I know. |
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Posted: 2/10/2021 9:06:43 PM EDT
[#28]
For your price point, I would watch the EE for an M series Surefire. I see the M951 on there often for around $100. Add a switch and you're into the setup for $170 ish. (Depending on switch and switch mount)
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Posted: 2/10/2021 10:39:41 PM EDT
[#29]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Just FYI, the HL-X has a button also. You can choose to mount the light with the integral switch or the tape. I'm no expert, but based on this thread I recently ordered and received two HL-Xs. That's how I know. When I first searched for weapon lights, I was big into lumens and candela. I spent a small fortune on a Cloud Defensive REIN. I learned the hard way that runtime and weight (in that order) are more important to me than sheer light output. If I ever have to use a light for more than an hour before I'm able to swap out the battery, I'd rather have my cheapo PolyTac X with its 3.5-hour runtime, because at that point, it will have started outperforming the REIN. |
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Posted: 2/11/2021 1:50:20 PM EDT
[#30]
Prefer SF, but for the price Op mentions I'm also going to throw the Inforce WML in there.
Have 2 of the gen 2's and they have served me great so far. |
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Posted: 3/26/2021 12:04:35 PM EDT
[#31]
Crimson trace here. Put through the ringer n runs like a champ still n during
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Posted: 3/26/2021 12:10:42 PM EDT
[#32]
Crimson trace.
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Posted: 3/29/2021 3:07:19 AM EDT
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On the differences between the Streamlight RM2 and the HL-X, there are a few I don't see mentioned here.
The HLX has a more intense hotspot in the center with a sharp edge that seperates the center corona from the spill. It WILL throw more light down range which I think is absolutely necessary for trying to ID targets within the normal range you would be using a weapon light on a rifle outdoors. Also, the tape switch on the HL-X is momentary on with pressure with a secondary button that is on/off toggle. The RM2 does NOT have a appreciable center corona and the optics are going to throw a LOT more light to the side and decrease the effective range, but give you more light on the spill, which is excellent for IDing targets over a much wider area close up, like inside a house. Also note, the pressure switch for the RM2 toggles the light on/off as it seems the internal circuitry of the light is acting as the switch and only uses the "end cap" or the pressure pad to send a "activate" signal. |
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Posted: 3/30/2021 7:01:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: On the differences between the Streamlight RM2 and the HL-X, there are a few I don't see mentioned here. The HLX has a more intense hotspot in the center with a sharp edge that seperates the center corona from the spill. It WILL throw more light down range which I think is absolutely necessary for trying to ID targets within the normal range you would be using a weapon light on a rifle outdoors. Also, the tape switch on the HL-X is momentary on with pressure with a secondary button that is on/off toggle. The RM2 does NOT have a appreciable center corona and the optics are going to throw a LOT more light to the side and decrease the effective range, but give you more light on the spill, which is excellent for IDing targets over a much wider area close up, like inside a house. Also note, the pressure switch for the RM2 toggles the light on/off as it seems the internal circuitry of the light is acting as the switch and only uses the "end cap" or the pressure pad to send a "activate" signal. I went with the RM2 for my most recent rifle light buy, partly because I like the low profile and form factor, and partly because I like a broad even spill more than a long focused throw for my use. Longer distance ID people will prefer the throw of the HL-X. The RM2 pressure switch or main switch toggles on with a very quick press and back off with any length press. A little longer press (even a quarter of a second-ish), and it acts like a traditional momentary switch. I'm not sure I like this, as I occasionally turn it on when meaning to flash it, but I'm going to give it some more time and practice. I'm testing it here on a Californicated build:  |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 11:38:34 PM EDT
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The Streamlight Pro Tac RM-1 single battery is "bright enough" more efficient, smaller, and priced right at OP's $100 point.
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Posted: 4/26/2021 7:16:43 AM EDT
[#36]
I have the TLR RM1, the Protac RM1, Protac RM2, and the HLX.
All good to go. I use the clicky cap and mount left side (2 o’clock looking at muzzle) on short rifles 10-12.5”. I use the tape switch and mount the light at 10 o’clock right side, on VERY short PCC/SBR (5-8”), or on longer rifles where I extend the light out from the Handguard. HLX on longer rifles, RM1 on HD. |
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Posted: 4/26/2021 5:24:16 PM EDT
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RM-1 on HD carbine. Tape switch is on top rail for ambi use. Thorntail mount gets it out in front of the A2 tower.
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Posted: 4/27/2021 1:14:00 PM EDT
[#38]
Occasionally the HLX pops up on Amazon for $99. Best deal around for a rifle light.
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Posted: 4/27/2021 1:28:55 PM EDT
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TI7W8P6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_HW3ZAGH5TK288BA2TF8N?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I have 2 of the Crimson Trace CWL-102 500 Lumen weapon light kits and love them. Free batteries and new hardware under warranty, no questions asked. Extreme value for the price. |
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Posted: 4/27/2021 9:29:06 PM EDT
[#40]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Streamlight HL-X. 1,000 lumens/27,600 candela. Runs on CR123A, their recharge-via-USB SL-B26, or any 186650. Comes with clicky tailcap or pressure switch. Can also use a Scout series mount. This has always been the answer. |
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Posted: 4/27/2021 9:38:55 PM EDT
[#41]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I have the TLR RM1, the Protac RM1, Protac RM2, and the HLX. All good to go. I use the clicky cap and mount left side (2 o’clock looking at muzzle) on short rifles 10-12.5”. I use the tape switch and mount the light at 10 o’clock right side, on VERY short PCC/SBR (5-8”), or on longer rifles where I extend the light out from the Handguard. HLX on longer rifles, RM1 on HD. I'm a fan of the Protac. Have a couple. I use the clicky cap on my Colt. On my Aero 15" handguard I use the tape switch. Its plenty bright enough and I like that they supply both switches in the package. |
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Posted: 4/29/2021 7:47:40 PM EDT
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I didn't realize this thread was still going, oops.
I ended up picking up an HL-X on sale a month or two ago. I just have it mounted at 9 o'clock with the tail switch, currently. Feels solid, so far. |
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