Post by: Highhuntin on August 09, 2019, 01:45:14 PM
Post by: Yelper Guy on August 09, 2019, 02:06:04 PM
Post by: Highhuntin on August 09, 2019, 02:27:30 PM
Post by: Bushcraft on August 09, 2019, 03:01:14 PM
Put a TLR-8 on it and thank me later. ;)
Post by: Highhuntin on August 09, 2019, 04:07:53 PM
Damn hard to shoot the boogeyman if you can't see him. 8)
Put a TLR-8 on it and thank me later. ;)
Wow they are proud of those!
Post by: Alchase on August 09, 2019, 05:28:50 PM
Having said that, lights definitely have their place. If I was actively hunting/looking for someone somewhere other that my home at night, I would want a light.
Just don’t see a need on my daily carry.
Post by: Fl0und3rz on August 09, 2019, 05:47:15 PM
So I just picked up a G 20 for my woods gun trying to decide if I should add a light to the rail or not? Pros cons? Thoughts? Holster options?
Because this is in backcountry hunting, be aware of the prohibition of devices that cast a beam on quarry, and your context. Otherwise, for pure SD, sure, light laser combo. Red dot might be nice for hunting and possibly SD.
Post by: Highhuntin on August 09, 2019, 05:54:16 PM
So I just picked up a G 20 for my woods gun trying to decide if I should add a light to the rail or not? Pros cons? Thoughts? Holster options?
Because this is in backcountry hunting, be aware of the prohibition of devices that cast a beam on quarry, and your context. Otherwise, for pure SD, sure, light laser combo. Red dot might be nice for hunting and possibly SD.
It is a dedicated self defense gun for the back country, (will not be Hunting with it) that’s what rifles are for :tung: leaning towards a light or light laser combo but then need to figure out and get new holster(s) :bash:
Post by: MADMAX on August 09, 2019, 05:58:34 PM
Very nice and simple
Post by: Fl0und3rz on August 09, 2019, 05:58:57 PM
Post by: buckfvr on August 09, 2019, 06:13:05 PM
Post by: Alchase on August 09, 2019, 06:32:29 PM
Post by: Alchase on August 09, 2019, 06:41:32 PM
I love shooting red dots for rifles and pistols but they are not very practical for Most types of every day carry holster wise.
I will probably mount my Trigicon Delta Point Pro on one of my XDs to use for OWB or pack mounted holsters when hiking and hunting.
Post by: Highhuntin on August 09, 2019, 08:17:30 PM
How about these?
https://www.hivizsights.com/product/hiviz-target-sight-set-for-glock/P
Post by: slavenoid on August 09, 2019, 10:03:17 PM
Post by: Highhuntin on August 10, 2019, 06:08:38 AM
Post by: MHWASH on August 10, 2019, 07:32:19 AM
Post by: Highhuntin on August 10, 2019, 07:56:03 AM
I recently picked up a Streamlight TLR-1HL for my XDM 10mm. My concerns are when I’m in the tent at night or while family camping. The SL uses a thumb screw to tighten up to the rail. I just put mine on at night and remove the next morning before hunting.
I think this may solve most of my problems here! My concerns are the same and it’s only one flashlight to pack in then 👍🏻 Didn’t realize they came off that easy, for general lighting I have a headlamp or my hat with leds. it also frees me up on the holster side of things.
Post by: Fl0und3rz on August 10, 2019, 10:28:11 AM
That’s for all the responses! I agree a separate light is good to have and I do the same headlamp and also always have a handheld but I like to have as many options as I can, I have a problem if overpacking though!
Sounds like headlamp, handheld falshlight, and night sights are the trick. I have a laser/light on a bedside combo, but it never sees carry.
Post by: dilleytech on August 10, 2019, 08:43:15 PM
Post by: Highhuntin on August 10, 2019, 08:47:14 PM
Post by: KFhunter on August 10, 2019, 08:56:56 PM
If you buy a GFI holster with the TRL-1HL option then you need to have the light on the gun or it won't fit in the holster snug enough for carry.
I went with the HL version because I'm not using it like a flash light and don't need the extended burn times, I want pupil burning bright!
As for the light being necessary or not I'm not sure :dunno: I generally have a head lamp on and with the trijicon sights I can see those fine. I don't always have my headlamp on though, especially if the moon is good or its dusk.
Sometimes I have the head lamp on red, do I want to fumble around trying to get the white on or draw and aim when the brush cracks?
Also would a strong light deflect a charge? perhaps..I know critters generally go blind in the light and it blows their night vision for a bit, it might delay them long enough or could even abandon a charge with enough light...in theory? maybe :dunno:
In the end it doesn't weigh much, so I decided to have that option on the gun. It does have a dampening effect on the recoil and the gun tuning, not enough to make a well tuned gun not run, but a poorly tuned gun might not run with a light.
Post by: Highhuntin on August 10, 2019, 09:04:18 PM
Post by: jdb on August 10, 2019, 09:06:15 PM
Post by: KFhunter on August 10, 2019, 09:08:52 PM
The only draw back to having a mounted light is making sure your not swinging the muzzle around like a flashlight...not a big deal solo in the back country, but if you got a hunting partner don't muzzle them :o
Post by: Highhuntin on August 10, 2019, 09:12:22 PM
Yeah jdb a custom may be the way to go I’m just scared of the price tag :chuckle:
Post by: MHWASH on August 10, 2019, 09:43:44 PM
Critters are not the problem people are.
Post by: Dan-o on August 10, 2019, 10:04:20 PM
I've opted to go without lights/lasers.
I've had them on a few firearms, but I just kind fo figure in my time of need I don't want to mess with it.
Not saying I'm right.
Post by: MHWASH on August 10, 2019, 10:09:00 PM
Interesting perspectives.
I've opted to go without lights/lasers.
I've had them on a few firearms, but I just kind fo figure in my time of need I don't want to mess with it.
Not saying I'm right.
What do you do in the dark? I’m talking in the wilderness where there is no light other than the moon? What about in the dark with no moon light? I ve been in the back woods on a cloudy night where there is zero light.
Post by: Stein on August 10, 2019, 10:15:35 PM
Post by: Dan-o on August 10, 2019, 10:32:03 PM
Interesting perspectives.
I've opted to go without lights/lasers.
I've had them on a few firearms, but I just kind fo figure in my time of need I don't want to mess with it.
Not saying I'm right.
What do you do in the dark? I’m talking in the wilderness where there is no light other than the moon? What about in the dark with no moon light? I ve been in the back woods on a cloudy night where there is zero light.
Well, I'm a big chicken, so I ALWAYS have a flashlight handy.
Personally, I think I'd be better off operating a flashlight and just using my pistol the good old way.
I imagine if a guy was really practiced up with his gear that a laser/light combo would be best of all worlds...... But I don't practice that way and I'm either not dedicated enough or scared enough to change.
Post by: jdb on August 11, 2019, 07:00:24 AM
Yeah the 10 is a handful any wayi think my holster ran like $85
Yeah jdb a custom may be the way to go I’m just scared of the price tag :chuckle:
Post by: Highhuntin on August 11, 2019, 11:47:00 AM
Yeah the 10 is a handful any wayi think my holster ran like $85
Yeah jdb a custom may be the way to go I’m just scared of the price tag :chuckle:
That’s not bad
Post by: Torrent50 on August 11, 2019, 12:40:50 PM
Post by: wkraemer on August 12, 2019, 08:58:20 AM
Post by: KFhunter on August 17, 2019, 03:44:37 PM
No idea why, perhaps just fatigued plastic? hasn't been dropped or banged that I know of. Seems to be common thing by Amazon reviews.. 18 bux on prime (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190817/8952c95387138c8ced7658691633f512.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190817/9be4fb343fa3d1249d9d98f3358558b9.jpg)
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Post by: KFhunter on August 17, 2019, 03:46:43 PM
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Post by: Highhuntin on August 18, 2019, 02:43:31 PM
Post by: Buzz2401 on August 18, 2019, 04:22:36 PM
My preference is no light. I prefer my knowledge of my house and the lightning in it.
Having said that, lights definitely have their place. If I was actively hunting/looking for someone somewhere other that my home at night, I would want a light.
Just don’t see a need on my daily carry.
I'm on this boat. I understand being sure of your target but a light gives your position away. I think every situation is different and having the ability to use the light and maybe not using it at all times may be the best option but I don't personally like the extra bulk.
Post by: Highhuntin on August 18, 2019, 06:55:12 PM
My preference is no light. I prefer my knowledge of my house and the lightning in it.
Having said that, lights definitely have their place. If I was actively hunting/looking for someone somewhere other that my home at night, I would want a light.
Just don’t see a need on my daily carry.
I'm on this boat. I understand being sure of your target but a light gives your position away. I think every situation is different and having the ability to use the light and maybe not using it at all times may be the best option but I don't personally like the extra bulk.
I don’t use one for my home gun but his will he my dedicated “woods gun”