Category Archives: Tactical Lighting
Surefire Makes Scout Light Models More Attractive With Lower Prices
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Streamlight Inc., Best Know For Its TLR Series Of Weapon Mounted Lights, Announced The TLR-1 HPL High Lumen Long-Range Rail Mounted Light.
Streamlight® Inc., has introduced the TLR-1® HPL™ (high performance, high lumen) rail-mounted strobing light, which combines long-range lighting capability with blinding white light. The TLR-1® HPL™ offers a775 lumens measured system output, 48,000 candela peak beam intensity, and a … Continue reading
Laser Devices Is Now Steiner eOptics
We’ve been keeping you up to date with the organizational changes at Burris Optics and Laser Devices Inc. (LDI) as they transition to the Steiner Optics family. In 2012 Laser Devices became a division of Steiner and a member of … Continue reading
Surefire’s Maximus Vision A 450 Lumen Rechargeable Headlamp
The SureFire Maximus™ Vision is a rechargeable variable-output LED headlamp that delivers 450 lumens of warm-colored light — similar to that produced by tungsten lamps. Light output is continuously variable from 1 lumen to its maximum of 450 lumens. The … Continue reading
T.A.G Tactical Lighting Sale
888-890-1199 Mon – Fri 7:30AM- 4PM EST Deal ends at 11:59PM (EST) on Tuesday, November 18th, 2014. Streamlight Sidewinder Tactical Flashlight Surefire KX4 LED Conversion Head Surefire G2 Nitrolon Flashlight Streamlight Fire Vulcan Flashlight … Continue reading
TAR Ideal Concepts Will Be Demonstrating The TL5 Pro-Personal IR Marker At AUSA 2014.
Israeli Manufacturer TAR Ideal Concepts will introduce its TL5 Pro Personal IR Marker at AUSA 2014 in Washington D.C. this coming week. The TL5 Pro is individual soldier equipment that can be weapon mounted, worn on a helmet or load … Continue reading
Surefire Has Just Introduced Two New Rechargeable Handhelds PIR Peacekeeper and Peacekeeper Tactical
P1R Peacekeeper™ Rechargeable Ultra-High Dual-Output LED 600.0 lumensMax Output 15.0 lumensLow Output 1.37 inchesBezel Dia. 5.5 inchesLength P1R Peacekeeper™ Tactical Rechargeable Ultra-High Single-Output LED 600.0 lumensMax Output 1.37 inchesBezel Dia. 5.37 inchesLength Both of these lights have an M.S.R.P. of … Continue reading
Gear Review: First Light USA TORQ™- NV
When I heard First Light USA was adding an entry level tactical lighting line, I was looking forward to seeing the concept firsthand. Entry level concepts often suggest that you may need to give up some of your requirements, so … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: First-Light USA TORQ-NV
Coming up this August, I’ll be taking you through First-Light USA’s TORQ-NV, multifaceted and multitalented personal light. In the development process, First Light USA has managed to add an articulating head, more functions, higher luminosity and simplification of access … Continue reading
Streamlight’s New TLR-VIR For Pistols and Sidewinder
I stopped off to see my favorite lighting folks, while at SOFIC 2014, only to discover the new TLR-VIR for pistols. This new weapon mounted light provides visible and IR illumination in a form factor that is exactly the same … Continue reading
Laser Devices, Inc. MK3 Battle Light
I had the opportunity to test drive LDI’s ,new for 2014, MK3 Battle Light. Aside from its overall performance, which you can read about in my review, LDI has done a great job of packaging this integrated white light / … Continue reading
Sneak Peek At My Upcoming Review Of LDI’s MK3 Battle Light
I was out last night checking out LDI’s MK3 Battle Light. Even in LO-IR the illumination was quite impressive. The Mk3 has an very nice wide beam that does a great job in and outdoors. I wanted to include vegetation … Continue reading
Coming Your Way This June
We had an opportunity to test drive the Laser Devices Inc. MK3 Battle Light so we’ll have a review of this very impressive addition to LDI’s product line. We’re also working on an AR upper build using the new OTIS … Continue reading
Monday Morning Gun Porn: Streamlight’s TLR-2 G
This is a low level light picture of Streamlight’s TLR-2 G in action; we thought you might enjoy it. We are putting the wraps on a full review that I hope to have out for your reading enjoyment in the … Continue reading
GEAR Review: CTC’s Rail Master Pro
Truly exceptional products need to be talked about and this is one weapon mounted laser / light that fits that description. Aluminum housing, compact and rugged design are all nice attributes that you can talk about but it’s when you … Continue reading
Streamlight Upgrades Its TLR-VIR And Introduces The TLR-2 IRW.
Streamlight Inc., has introduced a new member to its TLR family of lights, the TLR-2 IRW. This new light keeps the same form factor as the classic TLR-2, which has a visible red laser module. The TLR-2 IRW retains a … Continue reading
STREAMLIGHT ENHANCES POLYTAC® AND POLYTAC® HP POLYMER FLASHLIGHTS
Streamlight has updated the brightness and design of its popular PolyTac® and PolyTac® HP polymer flashlights. The new version features a power LED that delivers up to 275 lumens and an improved grip, as well as a programmable switch … Continue reading
Review: Streamlight ProTac HL Headlamp
In October of 2013, Streamlight announced a new headlamp designated ProTac HL® Headlamp. It is currently the only compact headlamp on the market with a 540 lumen output that began shipping late in November. The ProTac HL®offers the same functionality … Continue reading
Petzl’s Standard Setting STRIX IR Headlamp Review
By: Sal Palma I first came across Petzl’s STRIX series of headlamps at SHOT SHOW 2013 and again at SOFIC 2013. I was intrigued by Petzl’s new headlamp; it was very much “un-headlamp” like and when compared to the more … Continue reading
… And The Lumens Race Continues!
Increasing output power in tactical lighting, be it weapon mounted or handheld, has become very much like Apple, Inc’s continual upgrades to the iPhone and iPad family of products. In Apple’s case, those upgrades are marginal changes; however, in the … Continue reading
Petzl’s STRIX IR Headlamp
November will be a busy month for us as we work to bring you three gear reviews and our annual Christmas Shopping guide, for your Holiday Shopping. One of the three reviews is of Petzl’s STRIX IR Headlamp; possibly the … Continue reading
For All Of You Ghouls and Goblins Surefire Has a Special Deal For You…
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Streamlight Introduces Its 540 Lumen Headlamp The ProTac HL® Headlamp.
Streamlight, Eagleville, PA announced today that it is offering a new high output headlamp that it will market as the ProTac HL®. The new headlamp will have a maximum output of 540 lumens illuminating up to 172 meters. The light … Continue reading
The Much Anticipated Petzl Strix Headlamp Is On The Shelves
I had the opportunity to check out Petzl’s Strix VL and the Strix IR at SHOT SHOW 2013 and subsequently at SOFIC 2012. I was impressed with a number of its features and its characteristically Petzl quality. The articulating head … Continue reading
Tacprogear Introduces the New Nitecore® Line of Illumination Tools
Tacprogear is the exclusive master distributor of the Nitecore® line of flashlights for law enforcement, hunting and tactical uses. The Nitecore® line is the first to feature 3rd generation SSR (Smart Selector Ring) technology in several models that allows for … Continue reading
LuminAid Solar Powered Light
I am all for harvesting renewable energy sources whether at the personal level or in commerce. I’m also an MBA and I understand economies of scale, NPVs. etc., and I know full well that harvesting of renewable sources of energy … Continue reading
Streamlight’s Happy 40th Birthday
We’d like to wish Streamlight, all of its management and employees, a Happy Birthday. It’s been a highly successful 40 years, marked by continuous innovation, and a commitment to customer service. Great folks producing great products.
SOFIC 2013–Streamlight
Made a quick stop at Streamlight’s exhibit to check out their new TLR-2 HL(G). As you may suspect, the “G” stands for green. With its introduction, Streamlight has added green laser functionality to their line of weapon mounted lights. I … Continue reading
Streamlight’s TLR-1 HL and TLR-2 HL
Streamlight has added two exceptional weapon mounted lights to its “Go Wide” series of tactical lighting products. The TLR-1® HL™ & TLR-2® HL™ are a serious tactical tool worthy of your consideration. You need to experience these new light’s from … Continue reading
A Perspective On Tactical Lighting
To say that tactical lighting has taken some amazing turns over the last 3 or 4 years is a gross understatement. Thanks to the R&D efforts of companies like Streamlight the technology has advanced at an exponential rate with no … Continue reading
First Light USA Tomahawk NV TRS
First Light USA is one of a few select contractors on the PEO Soldier 2013 Catalog, which means its illumination products meet all of the modernization objectives set forth by the U.S. Army in the soldier illumination tool modernization initiatives. … Continue reading
Streamlight’s Amazing TLR-2 HL–Review April – 2013
I’ll be kicking off April with a review of Streamlight’s New TLR-2 HL. An amazing 630 lumens from a compact and versatile package that includes an aiming laser. I know you’ll want to read it so stay tuned.
First Light USA TOMAHAWK NV TACTICAL LIGHT
Coming your way, March 2013, is my review of First Light’s Tomahawk NV Tactical light. A plethora of features and capabilities in a very tight and clean package! For more review announcements Follow Me On Twitter @Twobirdsflying and Like … Continue reading
STREAMLIGHT® INTRODUCES TLR-2® G WITH GREEN LASER
Streamlight introduced a new addition to their weapon mounted light line, the TLR-2®G a lightweight, gun-mounted tactical light featuring a green aiming laser for high visibility and long-range targeting. The TLR-2 G delivers extreme brightness to a broad range of … Continue reading
Surefire Debuts The 2211-B™ Wristlight w/ Luminox
Adding a timepiece to Surefire’s WristLight was a great touch from America’s leading supplier of tactical lighting.
Streamlight, Inc. Upgrades Its Line of TLR Weapon Mounted Lights.
EAGLEVILLE, PA – Streamlight Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices, announced it has upgraded the lumen light output and intensity of its “traditional” TLR gun-mounted tactical lights. The upgraded models include the TLR-1 and … Continue reading
STREAMLIGHT® UPGRADES LED MODELS OF STINGER® AND STRION® Handheld Lights.
Streamlight® Inc., announced that it has significantly upgraded the light output of the LED models of its Stinger® and Strion® flashlights. The new Stinger models now feature up to 350 lumens, while the new Strion models now offer up to … Continue reading
STREAMLIGHT® LAUNCHES PROTAC® 2AAA LIGHT
Streamlight® Inc., has introduced the ultra-compact and lightweight ProTac® 2AAA, the latest in the ProTac series of tactical handheld lights for law enforcement and tactical personnel. The ProTac 2AAA uses two AAA alkaline batteries and delivers up to 80 lumens … Continue reading
Princeton Tec Brings Manufacturing Back Home
The Philadelphia Inquirer ran a story about one of our industry partners, Princeton Tec. We at FOG HORN are intimately familiar with their tactical line of personal lighting and we recommend it highly when the opportunity presents itself. Recently, they were recognized by Labor … Continue reading
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