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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
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Tagged IFF, illumination, TAR Ideal, TL5, TL5 Pro
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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
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Tagged Peacekeeper, rechargeable, Surefire
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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
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Tagged First Light, lighting, TORQ, TORQ-NV
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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
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Tagged First Light, TORQ-NV
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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
Posted in SOFIC 2014, Tactical Lighting
Tagged IR, Sidewinder, Streamlight, TLR, TLR-VIR
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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
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Tagged Battle Light, Laser Devices, LDI, MK3
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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
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Tagged Battle Light, LDI, MK3
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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
Posted in Accessories, Sneak Previews, Tactical Lighting
Tagged Laser Devices, LDI, MK3, OTTIS, rail system
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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
Posted in Accessories, Laser Based Technologies, Tactical Lighting, Weapon systems
Tagged Streamlight, TLR-2 G
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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
Posted in Accessories, Laser Based Technologies, Tactical Lighting, Weapon systems
Tagged CTC, laser, light, Rail Master Pro, tactical
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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
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Tagged Streamlight, TLR-2 IRW, TLR-VIR
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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
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Tagged handheld, light, PolyTac, PolyTac HP, Streamlight
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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
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Tagged ProTac HL, Streamlight
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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
Posted in Sniper Systems and Tools, Tactical Lighting, Uncategorized
Tagged France, headlamp, IR, Petzl, STRIX
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… 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
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Tagged flashlight, P3X, Streamlight, Surefire, tactical
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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
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Tagged headlamp, IR, Petzl, STRIX
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For All Of You Ghouls and Goblins Surefire Has a Special Deal For You…
When you buy an Orange G2X Pro, you’ll get: A free wand. Free shipping. 25% discount on your purchase. When checking out use promotional code: ORANGE25
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
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Tagged Petzl, Strix IR, Strix VL
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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
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Tagged illumination, Nitecore, Tacprogear
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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
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Tagged inflatable, LED, LuminAid, solar
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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.
Posted in Alerts, Tactical Lighting
Tagged lighting, Streamlight
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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
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Tagged SOFIC, Streamlight, TLR, TLR-2 HL G
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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
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Tagged HL, Streamlight, TLR, TLR-1, TLR-2
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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
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Tagged HL, light, Streamlight, tactical, TLR-2, weapon
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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
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Tagged EMT, First Light, IR, lumens, medic, NV, Tomahawk, USA
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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.
Posted in Sneak Previews, Tactical Lighting
Tagged HL, Streamlight, TLR-2
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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
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Tagged green, laser, Picatinny, Streamlight, TLR-2
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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
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Tagged Streamlight, TLR-1, TLR-1s, TLR-2
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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
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Tagged LED, Srewamlight, Stinger, Strion
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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
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Tagged 2AAA, light, Protac, Streamlight, tactical
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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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Tagged Hilda Solis, Labor Scretary, Philadelphia Inquirer, Princeton Tec
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Streamlight ProTac® HL – 600 lumens and three programs.
Streamlight is a company on the leading edge; bringing brighter, more compact lighting solutions to the law enforcement community and military. In this review, I examine the more prestigious member of Streamlight’s ProTac® family of lights, the HL or High Lumen … Continue reading
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Tagged 600, light, lumen, Protac, ProTac HL, Streamlight, tactical
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2211™ Wrist Light From Surefire – Coming Soon!
Surefire’s Product Development Team has done it again with the introduction of the 2211™ Wrist Light. The rechargeable tactical light is extremely well thought-out. There’s an interesting subliminal suggestion as the officer hands the young boy his handheld light. Watch this Surefire video based … Continue reading
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Tagged 2211, Surefire, tactical light, wrist light
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Crimson Trace LTG-701: Lightguard™ for Your 1911
Crimson Trace Corporation, CTC, entered the market, 17 years ago, with two, now legendary, products, the Lasergrips® and Laserguard®. Lasergrips® made it possible for non-railed handgun owners to add laser aiming capabilities to their platform. In 2011, CTC announced a … Continue reading
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Tagged Crimson Trace, CTC, LTG-701, M1911, M1911A1
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Crimson Trace Corporation LTG-701: A Reader Question
Since I posted news of my upcoming review of the Crimson Trace LTG-701, I’ve had a number of reader questions that I will hit in my review, so please hold off on those. The review should be out in two … Continue reading
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Tagged 1911, Crimson Trace, France, LTG-701, M1911, M1911A1
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