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XD40 tacitcal light
post September 28th 2009 7:20 AM
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Looking for a tactical light for my XD40

I seen a few threads on using handheld flashlights with scope mounts.. Anything on the cheap end that will work with my gun, and NOT be excessive (in size) or goofy looking?

Or do I need to fork out $150-250 for a designed light? I plan on getting a designed light/holster later on down the road, but for now, looking for the cheapest option possible.


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post September 28th 2009 7:23 AM
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I doubt you will find something nice and compact using a scope ring and light.

I put an Insight M3 on my XD45 and I love it. You can manipulate the switch just normally holding the gun. And it costs around $100.


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post September 28th 2009 7:29 AM
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How bright is it?
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post September 28th 2009 8:04 AM
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Found a TLR-1 for $99 online

Looks nicer and brighter than the M3..
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post October 2nd 2009 11:50 PM
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I have two of the older TLR-1's and I've been very happy with them both. Battery life is excellent and they're plenty bright.

That said, the new C4 LED models are MUCH brighter. I'd make the switch in a heartbeat if the funds were available.

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post October 3rd 2009 11:14 AM
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QUOTE (B Coyote @ October 2nd 2009 5:50 PM) *
I have two of the older TLR-1's and I've been very happy with them both. Battery life is excellent and they're plenty bright.

That said, the new C4 LED models are MUCH brighter. I'd make the switch in a heartbeat if the funds were available.

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How much is the C4? I gotta run otherwise I'd look it up..

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Shameless plug. I have an Insight M3 over in the classifieds for 65.00, looks/works great. smile.gif


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post October 3rd 2009 5:36 PM
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QUOTE (WakaWaka @ October 3rd 2009 6:14 AM) *
How much is the C4? I gotta run otherwise I'd look it up..

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About $100.

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post October 3rd 2009 7:24 PM
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QUOTE (KellyTTE @ October 3rd 2009 5:50 AM) *
Shameless plug. I have an Insight M3 over in the classifieds for 65.00, looks/works great. smile.gif


See one thing I noticed is the M3 is made out plastic?

I liked the TLR-1 because of the aluminum body. And that C4 model is sweetly bright!
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post October 6th 2009 2:33 AM
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Surefire X300, now those little dudes are top notch.


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QUOTE (WakaWaka @ October 3rd 2009 2:24 PM) *
See one thing I noticed is the M3 is made out plastic?

I liked the TLR-1 because of the aluminum body. And that C4 model is sweetly bright!

Dont be scared of it because its plastic. lol
Its solid light. Ive heard good things about the TLR-1 though. That will probably be my next pistol light.
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post October 11th 2009 4:11 AM
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I have this and really like it, especially the cost at $100.00


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QUOTE (shooterscott @ October 10th 2009 10:11 PM) *
I have this and really like it, especially the cost at $100.00


That's what I got! $130 OTD at gander mountain.

paid about $15 more than online.. as I'd have to pay for shipping. But I got it same day.. by far the best treat to myself this year. Early xmas present smile.gif
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QUOTE (WakaWaka @ October 10th 2009 10:15 PM) *
That's what I got! $130 OTD at gander mountain.

paid about $15 more than online.. as I'd have to pay for shipping. But I got it same day.. by far the best treat to myself this year. Early xmas present smile.gif
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