jmac2112 Posted February 14, 2021 Share Posted February 14, 2021 I see Primary Arms has Streamlight products on sale for the next 20 hours or so, and I've been thinking of getting a light for my SP-01 home-defense pistol. I've never had a light on a gun before, though, so I don't know what to look for. Can anyone give my some guidance? Is Streamlight a good brand? Is there something better for a similar price? Thanks! John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerTrace Posted February 14, 2021 Share Posted February 14, 2021 A lot of people buy Streamlight because of the price point. I prefer Surefire, but you certainly pay for the name. I've had better luck with the lights that use a spring tension method of attachment vs. the tightening of a screw. I've seen lots of lights bounce down range with those and mine has never shot loose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ltdmstr Posted February 14, 2021 Share Posted February 14, 2021 I have a couple of the Streamlights and they're very nice quality and perform extremely well. Can't say how well they'd hold up vs. Surefire, but unless you're using the thing constantly like in a LEO role or something, I wouldn't pay the extra money for a Surefire. Also, if you're using it for home defense I'd get the regular vs. the high output version because the latter is super bright and without time for your eyes to adjust, chances are it'll blind you just as bad as the guy you're pointing it at. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerTrace Posted February 14, 2021 Share Posted February 14, 2021 Agreed. 800+ lumen is great for outdoors, but not really needed inside a house/room. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmac2112 Posted February 14, 2021 Author Share Posted February 14, 2021 What output would be appropriate? 500 lumens? 100? I'm seeing both of those options available. Thanks, John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ming the Merciless Posted February 14, 2021 Share Posted February 14, 2021 Sadly, I have a serious light fetish. I've got Surefires, Streamlights, (and others I won't mention), but lately I've been using Olights and really like them. https://www.olightstore.com/tacticalnew.html So far after a bunch of night matches, they have been very reliable, both for function and retention, very good light patterns, rechargeable options, good price points, and innovative designs. Okay as innovative as you can get with a light. I really like their quick detach adjustable mount. I've loaned out one of them several times and no problems even with abusing them in dump barrels. 1 hour ago, jmac2112 said: I see Primary Arms has Streamlight products on sale for the next 20 hours or so, and I've been thinking of getting a light for my SP-01 home-defense pistol. I've never had a light on a gun before, though, so I don't know what to look for. Can anyone give my some guidance? Is Streamlight a good brand? Is there something better for a similar price? Thanks! John For indoor use I would recommend less than 600 lumen, especially if your walls are painted white. The splashback is blinding. https://www.olightstore.com/olight-pl-mini-2-black-1.html 600 lumen, $90, adjustable QD mount https://www.olightstore.com/baldr-mini.html 600 lumen, green laser, $130, adjustable QD mount If PA can beat those features and prices, get the Streamlights, they will be fine, otherwise look at the Olights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ltdmstr Posted February 14, 2021 Share Posted February 14, 2021 PA sale price on the TLR-1s is $99. That's a good deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmac2112 Posted February 14, 2021 Author Share Posted February 14, 2021 Yeah, I was just looking at the TLR-1. 300 lumens, seems to be tried and true. I'll check out the Olights as well, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hitman Posted February 14, 2021 Share Posted February 14, 2021 Streamlights are good to go, several 1000 rounds on a TRL1 with no issues, its been bounced off door frames, cars and its never come loose or gone out. Picked up a TRL HD (1000 lum) for a carry pistol not long ago, it will burn your eyes out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmac2112 Posted February 14, 2021 Author Share Posted February 14, 2021 Just ordered a TLR-1s. Thanks to everyone for helping! John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeD Posted February 14, 2021 Share Posted February 14, 2021 Out of 10 or so various streamlights, only one has stopped working on me. A $15 aaa micro. The rest have been great. I have a new 500 lumen tlr7 , I would say borders the limit for interior use. My work gun light is 200ish , an old insight, but works well inside. Not so much outside. I’ve been told we’re getting new 1000 lumen streamlights but haven’t see it yet. Overall great products, maybe not the best , but they work well for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeithC Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 Streamlights are good to go. I’ve got a Streamlight flashlight and a TLR-7. Both have served me well for at least a couple of years now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intheshaw1 Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 Streamlights are good, I have an olight pl mini on my home defense pistol. I really like their QD charging system as the light is always on the charger and it's just grab and go if needed. Olight has great black Friday sales so something to think about if you look for another light. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moto_wrench Posted February 17, 2021 Share Posted February 17, 2021 Stream light is a good product. I have a TLR-1 that pulls duty on various pistols that has never given me trouble. I’ve carried a stream light stylus pro pen light at work everyday for about 6 years. The paint is nearly worn off it’s been used and abused but just keeps working! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bakerjd Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 Cant say for a WML but their handheld lights are great. I've beaten mine like it owed me money and 5 years later it still works 100%. I'm a heavy equipment mechanic and it sees a LOT of abuse. Driven over it a few times with equipment, dropped on concrete so many times I wouldnt even hazard a guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superkaratemonkeyfighter Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 I Never thought about to much lumens for indoor use! Thanks for the heads up. You get in that mindset about 1500 plus lumens for rifle lights and the beam at distance and never think about too much for the interior. two different animals I guess Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chills1994 Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 I know this thread is mire lights mounted to the underside of pistols.... but just an FYI.... streamlight makes both handheld and AR15 forearm (Picatinny) lights that are dual fuel. they will take a battery that is called an 18650. It has a little micro USB port which makes it rechargeable. There are also rechargeable CR123’s out there also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doge Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 I had a streamlight as a hand held until switching to a Surefire Stilletto. Good light for the money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmac2112 Posted February 23, 2021 Author Share Posted February 23, 2021 OP here. TLR-1s arrived yesterday and I've got it mounted to my SP-01. I really like it! Nicely placed controls, just the right amount of light for indoors. It's wider than I thought it would be, but that's not a problem for a home defense pistol. Two thumbs up from me! John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M1A4ME Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 Never had the TLR1 fail (batteries, yes, on the .357 SIG M&P) but I hate taking it off the rail to replace the batteries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DFIVE3 Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 I have a couple of the TRL-1s and 2 older model TLR-1. All work very well and have held up to the abuse I have put them through. I primarily run them on home defense guns, but I have used them for multiple night pistol and 3 gun matches. I would say you are making a solid purchase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
427Cobra Posted February 24, 2021 Share Posted February 24, 2021 I fix 737s for a living, while I am not on graves anymore(24years of seniority) Streamlight flashlights rule the roost in my profession, we all have a few of there rechargeables for walk around inspections, my TLR2 is old, it still works great though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolina_boy1990 Posted March 2, 2021 Share Posted March 2, 2021 I have several Streamlights and have never had an issue with any of them. Good lights for the price point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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