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jpainter187 · 04-01-2008, 07:37 PM

I'm trying to decide on what tac light to get for my XD-9 Tactical. I would appreciate some input from those who use or have used tac lights and which ones they find to be the best. Post pics of your setup if you got 'em! Thanks

chromechicken · 04-01-2008, 07:54 PM

I use Streamlight M-3s on both my XD40 4" and my wife's G23. THey are house guns. There are more expensive and higher quality lights out there, but they would do the same for me that the less expensive M3 does. I got mine from CTD for about $75.

XD40DucheKiller · 04-01-2008, 07:58 PM

lots of threads on this....TLR-1 for light TLR-2 for light and lazer...i think you can find the 1 for 90 to 120 and the 2 for maybe 200 to 250...either one is fantastic...long lasting bright white LED.

**XDONBOARD** · 04-01-2008, 08:40 PM

TLR-1, super bright and affordable!

**mhillsing23** · 04-02-2008, 05:15 AM

I can't agree more on the TLR-1. The performance for the price is great. There may be some better performing lights out there, but they will come with a much higher price.

slugger6 · 04-02-2008, 05:17 AM

Streamlight M6 Laser Illuminator

Vic303 · 04-02-2008, 06:42 AM

I want a TLR1 for the shotgun, but for pistols, I prefer a hand held Surefire L2. I want a WALL OF LIGHT when I fire that thing up!

The Knight Of Light · 04-02-2008, 07:22 AM

I use a TRL-1 because it was cheap when I got it. 85$.

If you do buy a light then remember the fact that every time you put it on the gun you are putting your fingers dangerously close to the muzzle. A separate light makes it easier to keep your hands away from the front of the gun.

If you are set on a weapon light then also remember that it is not a search tool. Searching a house or dark area with a weapon mounted light puts the weapon as the first thing pointed at anything the light touches. Finger off the trigger is highly recommended and required for this kind of search technique.

jpainter187 · 04-02-2008, 03:25 PM

hmmm... a lot of people are saying the TLR-1.

I have a question about the Surefire X200. I know I've seen this posted before but now can't find it. Which Surefire X200 has the tighter beam, the X200A or the X200B? Also, why is the X200 generally $250 at a lot of online retailers compared to the new X300, which is $225?

The Knight Of Light · 04-02-2008, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by jpainter187

hmmm... a lot of people are saying the TLR-1.

I have a question about the Surefire X200. I know I've seen this posted before but now can't find it. Which Surefire X200 has the tighter beam, the X200A or the X200B? Also, why is the X200 generally $250 at a lot of online retailers compared to the new X300, which is $225?

First remember the TRL-1 is kind of permanent. It has a screw that is tightened to keep it in place.

The Surefire X-series are removable. That should be factored in for your selection. Are you going to leave the light on the gun all the time? I do so a TRL-1 was no big deal for me. If you carry your gun you may have trouble finding a holster to carry the gun-light combo.

The Surefire would be better because you can put it in your pocket.

04-01-2008, 07:37 PM	#1
jpainter187 XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 485	What tactical light do you prefer? I'm trying to decide on what tac light to get for my XD-9 Tactical. I would appreciate some input from those who use or have used tac lights and which ones they find to be the best. Post pics of your setup if you got 'em! Thanks

04-01-2008, 07:54 PM	#2
chromechicken XDTalk Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Ft Bragg, NC Posts: 95	I use Streamlight M-3s on both my XD40 4" and my wife's G23. THey are house guns. There are more expensive and higher quality lights out there, but they would do the same for me that the less expensive M3 does. I got mine from CTD for about $75. __________________ I'm Chromechicken, and I approve this message Aren't you impressed with my list of guns? Lorcin .22 w/Rogaurd and NP3 treatment Raven .25 Auto w/trigger job/magwell/ambi-safety and Doctor Optic Hi-point carbine 9mm with laser sight, Harris bipod, Knight's RIS and Elcan sight Spray-painted Moisin-Nagant M38

04-01-2008, 08:40 PM	#4
XDONBOARD XDTalk 3K Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Peoria, AZ Posts: 3,522	TLR-1, super bright and affordable! __________________ Michael XD-45 compact XD-40 sub-compact XD-9 sub-compact I'd rather have my XD and not need it, then need it and not have it.... I hereby certify that the person described hereon has been granted the privilege of carrying a concealed weapon in compliance with Arizona revised statute 13-3112.

04-02-2008, 05:15 AM	#5
mhillsing23 XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: +38 26 31 -90 22 48 Posts: 2,470	I can't agree more on the TLR-1. The performance for the price is great. There may be some better performing lights out there, but they will come with a much higher price. __________________ Governments tend not to solve problems, only to rearrange them. - Ronald Wilson Reagan

04-02-2008, 05:17 AM	#6
slugger6 XDTalk 20K Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 20,122	Streamlight M6 Laser Illuminator __________________ "What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us". - Ralph Waldo Emerson

04-01-2008, 07:58 PM	#3
XD40DucheKiller XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 534	lots of threads on this....TLR-1 for light TLR-2 for light and lazer...i think you can find the 1 for 90 to 120 and the 2 for maybe 200 to 250...either one is fantastic...long lasting bright white LED.

04-02-2008, 06:42 AM	#7
Vic303 XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 155	I want a TLR1 for the shotgun, but for pistols, I prefer a hand held Surefire L2. I want a WALL OF LIGHT when I fire that thing up!

04-02-2008, 07:22 AM	#8
The Knight Of Light XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Omaha, Nebraska Posts: 8,838 Blog Entries: 12	I use a TRL-1 because it was cheap when I got it. 85$. If you do buy a light then remember the fact that every time you put it on the gun you are putting your fingers dangerously close to the muzzle. A separate light makes it easier to keep your hands away from the front of the gun. If you are set on a weapon light then also remember that it is not a search tool. Searching a house or dark area with a weapon mounted light puts the weapon as the first thing pointed at anything the light touches. Finger off the trigger is highly recommended and required for this kind of search technique. __________________ No Matter Where You Go, There You Are. USPSA #L3077 What a great number!!! http://theknightoflight.blogspot.com/ Creator of TOP 'O' THE PAGE!!! Moose Fight

04-02-2008, 03:25 PM	#9
jpainter187 XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 485	hmmm... a lot of people are saying the TLR-1. I have a question about the Surefire X200. I know I've seen this posted before but now can't find it. Which Surefire X200 has the tighter beam, the X200A or the X200B? Also, why is the X200 generally $250 at a lot of online retailers compared to the new X300, which is $225?

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