The Streamlight ProTac Rail Mount Flashlights are finally showing up for sale after releasing them at SHOT Show 2016. I was very interested in these the moment I saw them and once I received one my first impressions were validated in spades! Streamlight did more then a few things right on these
Firstly they went with a Duel Fuel system allowing both a single CR123 or a AA battery this will be a very attractive option for those whom haven’t joined the 21st century of battery technology and will only use common batteries in their gear, for me this is more of a practical advantage.
Second they went with a removable mounting system that can use ANY of the mounting solutions for a SureFire Scout series light. This is awesome as theres already a vast selection of options out there and allows people that already have them to not have to buy something propitiatory.
Thirdly they include a well thought out remote switch and mounting gear. Personal preference is the name of the game with momentary and constant one functions on a weapon mounted light (I realize theres a tactical advantage to momentary use) and this pressure switch has both, again generating a lot of value in this sub $100 price tag. And thats the fourth thing, $99! thats right, under $100 and only $109 for the 625 lumen version, I will also toss in that Ive had extremely good customer service from Streamlight, Im in now way saying they’re as good as a Scout light but I dont know about you but ive got several rifles systems and I cant afford more then one high end piece of gear but want all my rifles setup to be ready to go in a pinch.
Theres an IMPORTANT annotation at the 4:45 mark in the video. Theres a small issue, for me its not a deal breaker as if yet, but the light flicks off for a milli-second even if I just dry fire my AR. Streamlight will take care of it and i’ll let you know the response.
Does the light come off of the mount? I have the magpul rail mount…
can you strobe using the pressure pad? thanks
This light will be such a winner. I just ordered mine. Can't wait to add it to my mk18 build
WINNER THIS ONES A WINNERRR
Have you ever noticed any flickering shooting with it at night due to recoil after dealing with Streamlight on the issue? Did you ever send it in?
Man, the Surefire is American made. But this seems comparable in every other way for less than half the price… Dang.
Really nice light for the money , dual fuel is a nice feature, takes a cr 123 , or AA battery . Both included. 350 lumens with a CR 123 , 150 lumens with a AA . Battery life is stated as 1 hr 30 min with CR 123 , 1 hr 20 min with alkaline AA and 4 hr 15 min with a AA lithium battery. It has three settings , High , strobe, Low .I wouldn't use it as a weapon light , under recoil it blinks the light off momentarily
Just saw this on Amazon: Streamlight 88061 ProTac 1L-1AA Dual Fuel Ultra-Compact Flashlight by Streamlight http://amzn.to/2baRKqT
i have both streamlight and surefire, and I'll take the streamlight
Also, will a surefire switch work with this?
So, did you ever resolve the issue with the light flickering on and off when you shot a round?
who makes the mentioned scout light?
What version would you recommend? The Rail Mount 1 or 2?
Just picked up the rail mount 2 for $89.99. Can't wait to get it.
Where you been ? There is a rumor that if you play this video backwards, you can hear the words of John saying "T6 is Dead!".
Streamlight's customer service is great. I wrote them an email once asking if I could purchase extra pocket clips for my ProTec 2AAA and instead of selling them to me they just sent me 3 free ones. Thats how you create brand loyalty in you customers.