Who Makes the Best Rifle Light?

[@Hoplopfheil]

If you're reading this comment while waiting for an Olight ad to finish playing, I'm sorry. Please don't buy an Olight.

[@aureliovillalpando3856]

The exploding option o light is big in the middle east!

[@Valorius]

Valkyrie pl2 mini is great....Fite me! 😎

[@blueorb7030]

why not?

[@TheLarsfladmark]

Literally came to comment something similar. Because I absolutely had to wait 5 seconds to skip that Olight ad.

[@dp2pl8]

Quite ironic 🤣

[@Windowlick_]

The best light is you, the light of my life

[@Hoplopfheil]

Aww shucks

[@BrassFacts]

HEY, he's my unwilling spouse. You stay away!

[@phoenix11fx45]

Fight fight fight!

[@maximus.4656]

@@BrassFacts cute.

[@TK-mv9ci]

This is funny

[@schizosaint777]

The “wall of diminishing returns” deserves a whole podcast from you and Brock. That is something that applies to redddots, ARs, slings, many things tbh

[@beardly0121]

I bought a Sig Romeo 5 for a cheap AR build I did a couple of years ago. I've since moved that Romeo 5 to like 5 different guns and beat the ever loving hell out of it. It's still fine. I was really surprised by it. Kinda wish I would've bought a holosun instead just cuz I think that circle dot would be nice for close range but I am using the Sig optic on a much more gucci AR now, I even put it on a Unity mount(that cost way more than the optic lmao). I simply don't give a fuck. It definitely isn't the best optic for NVG use--in fact its probably one of the worst ones. But for regular day time use? Its fine. I may replace it with a Romeo 4T tho.

[@Valorius]

@@beardly0121 I agree. I have three Romeo 5s, they've taken legit abuse, all still work.... they are fantastic.

[@beardly0121]

@@Valorius You cannot beat it for the money. I just wish it had that circle dot although it may be less useful than it seems like it would be. I have it in my head the circle dot would make close range rapid fire very easy, maybe I'm mistaken.

[@calholli]

Especially women.

[@nfaisnfgay]

@@calholli kek

[@Valorius]

My 5.7 liter American V8 thanks you for the shout out.

[@5t3v0esque]

If I had a nickel for every gaming turned offensive/defensive equipment presentation focused youtubers I follow I'd have two nickels, which isn't a lot but it's still strange it's happened twice.

[@xavierschroeder8326]

Who is the other one?

[@blodus4521]

@@xavierschroeder8326 Brassfacts has a Space engineers channel. Might be what he was referencing.

[@rodiculous9464]

Hop did gaming? I can't find any non gun vids on his channel

[@5t3v0esque]

@@rodiculous9464 it's a different channel called "the examined life of gaming". Found that one through a reycevic video on black (2005) where he recommends a video where Hop talks about the failings of it being gun porn. Then I started noticing that one of the hosts on tfbtv sounds the same as the ELOG guy.

[@5t3v0esque]

@@xavierschroeder8326 I was referencing Hop with the examined life of gaming. Hop made mention of another youtuber named Perun who was a small time gaming channel until this February provided an opportunity to discuss things related to his real world expertise of Military procurement with regards to the war in Ukraine with surprisingly engaging power point presentations. Wasnt sure which you already knew about.

[@Satisfyre]

One thing to note, a big benefit to high output lights (especially with a lot of spill) comes when you are entering structures from outside, during the day. Your eyes will adapt to the outside light but when you make entry there is that delay while you adjust, whereas anyone inside is ready to go. A nice bright light brings that light level up to what you are acclimated to, and puts ppl inside at a disadvantage.

[@ThatOnePizzaMan]

this sounds like a great benefit to some of the lights that the instagram gun cult likes to bash. cqb is a quick way to deaths door, but this is definitely a consideration if thats something you are forced or choose to do.

[@rodiculous9464]

"Reeee but you can't blind people that only works in videogames reeeee"

[@MrAgentEcho]

And if you're in a defensive situation where you're woken up in the middle of the night, you can use it to point at the ceiling to get a nice even level of light in the room without blowing out your retinas.

[@colby1398]

@@rodiculous9464 I'd have to imagine those people have never been in a dark room and had a light shone in their face lol

[@CWHolleman]

​@@rodiculous9464 Honestly, I dunno many people who say this.

[@BrassFacts]

One of your better/informative videos. I will now link to this whenever someone asks so I can avoid having to ever talk about lights again. I use to be a "all the candela guy". But then I actually bought all of the lights and realized it doesn't really matter Buy what makes sense for your budget. The added candela is nice. But not enough to bankrupt yourself over. It's probably the last place on a rifle I'd spend serious cash on (beyond a baseline HLX/streamlight)

[@Valorius]

I think people just need to be honest with themselves about what they need it for. If you are doing home defense in your apartment you don't need a light with 300 yards of throw. And a price tag to match. And almost no one needs 50 m water immersion capability. Which costs a lot to put into a light.

[@BrassFacts]

@@Valorius When I go diving I need my AR15. Gotta engage those lion fish with 556

[@redaethel4619]

@@Valorius use case is everything.

[@Valorius]

@@BrassFacts obviously!!! :D

[@TerminalM193]

Streamlight hlx ftw! The only thing I dislike about this light is that you lose water proof/resistance rating when switching the button tail cap to the pressure switch cap.

[@toddinfl]

If they ever come out with wireless tape switches Hop will hate them but will be the first in line to buy and review them.

[@Valorius]

I prefer my switches on the light itself I hate tape switches

[@SwornHeresy]

If they still had a button you can press like that one Surefire tailcap, it probably wouldn't be too bad.

[@eatsshootsandleavestactica8068]

I think crimson trace played around with this a couple years ago, but not very many consumers take them seriously in industry so they didn't get any traction. As for Hop, I agree. His hatred saves me money on things I don't need to buy because they suck. I very much appreciate his hard work.

[@d3ltaohniner261]

@@eatsshootsandleavestactica8068 because Crimson Trace is known for poor quality, which doesn't bode well for new and untested concepts.

[@Valorius]

@@d3ltaohniner261 maybe in their red dots, but Crimson Trace Lasers are known as being high end kit, and they are.

[@singletrackftw]

Ahhh yes. One of the only The KZbin channels that INFLUENCE THE MASSES based on reasonable & prudent application of gear. I am so tired of the agenda of pushing x product. You guys are so damn reasonable and logical in how you review things & honestly the b-roll in your videos using said item is more ACTUAL USE than many other influencers may have with a product. At the end of the day, you pound home the KEY features of a white light regardless of what year it may be or who’s light is the coolest. This is what’s important. You guys rock

[@silentbutdadly190]

Mmmm pound home……

[@themeltingpoint3867]

I Frankensteined my rifle light with Arisaka Mount & body, Modlite tail cap, Surefire Vampire head, and a Unity tape switch.

[@m4e1supremacy]

What tail cap does Modlite make that works with tape switches? The only tailcap I've ever been able to find from them is their own McClicky tailcap?

[@m4e1supremacy]

@@abel4776 ah okay. thats what I have, made by surefire instead of modlite though. oh well, i thought there was going to be another product to consider for future lights lol.

[@eddiec9175]

I’m a fan of the Streamlight Protac rail mount HL-X, mainly due to the output. I can’t afford a PVS-14, so this is how I meet my night shooting needs. I’ve been able to successfully get consistent hits on steel out to 400 yards at night with the HL-X.

[@blackflag_fishing]

Agree. I run the hl-x on a few different long guns. It’s a bad ass light, and it’s affordable enough to put them on every gun I own without having to refi the pad

[@OGbrundle]

Also, streamlights customer service is unmatched

[@p51mustang24]

HL-X is fantastic. The HL-X 2 has a much improved recharging system, although I prefer the 1.0 tail cap when I’m not using the pressure pad. Unlike Hop, I much prefer rechargeable. Rechargeable + some small solar panels = unlimited battery life, and batteries can be topped up at all times rather than worrying about whether or not it’s time to replace a half used battery.

[@galamonkey]

Was literally on the Arisaka site last thinking “I hope someone, especially maybe Hop, would do a video discussing rifle lights.” Honestly building out any option except a Streamlight HLX is just insanely expensive.

[@jamfd3s788]

If your looking to get something budget there is nothing better than the streamlights I own 3 of them and they are all amazing in terms of quality I just upgraded their mounts and the surefire tail AP adapter on one of them

[@breckfreeride]

Get the arisaka adapter and run the surfire tail

[@Architect_Art_Vandelay]

I would encourage getting the protac and training with it. It’s better to buy more “budget” gear and actually learn how to use it effectively… then in the future upgrade if you’re ready ;)

[@breckfreeride]

@@Architect_Art_Vandelay and an arisaka tail cap. My protac regularly looses battery connection. Maybe just needs an o ring.

[@jamfd3s788]

@@breckfreeride never had any issues with any of my protacs losing connection, at least not yet, maybe im lucky? streamlight also just released a brand new light that has their own upgraded tail cap that matches the surefire style, think its called the protac 2.0

[@762xDevin]

I’m a huge fan of duel fuel considering the price of cr123’s. I like a rechargeable, but i like the option of having 123’s chilling in my kit for “emergencies”. Great vid. Keep it up!

[@Mmmmbbbbaaaaakkkuuu]

Arisaka makes a dual fuel flashlight. It is pretty neat

[@cigarettesmokingman9471]

I love the streamlight hlx with the arisaka low profile mlok mount and the arisaka adaptor to use surefire switch. Still comes in at less than a surefire alone. Has worked great.

[@CiviTac]

This is what I run on all my fighting rifles. It’s my fav setup as well

[@alexmaurice4274]

Thanks for ur setup info I’m looking at getting my buddy a weapon light for Christmas and also trying to keep budget in mind without getting him crap so looking at the stream lights

[@megaman010391]

For 100 buks more might as well build one to your specs from Arisaka / Malkof

[@9770G]

@@alexmaurice4274u r a good friend

[@GarrettDemersM]

Thank you for breaking this down in an actually usable way. I'm probably gonna continue being a streamlight pleb, but thanks hop.

[@aastudios4607]

your videos deserve way more views for the completely honest and clear information output!!

[@Vermaelion]

Just remember even if you have a momentary switch or off switch it will not prevent any light refraction from outside sources. Inside the housing of the light head is made very reflective for obvious reasons and some certain groups of people are training to find their enemies via exploiting this. I'd recommend getting a cap for your light as well that way even if you do have a white light ND it adds another layer of fail safe.

[@Widemouth1832]

Risky Christy brought this up. Got two caps for my surefires.

[@renotsttam]

There are various rubber bikini type scope caps, specifically the ACOG 4x and Aimpoint ones, that work great for this, just snip off one end leaving a few inches of the side straps and zip tie it to the body of the light. Just give it enough tension that it is out of the way when it’s not in use.

[@tomreid5002]

I use the Butler Creek flipable scope caps on all my rigle lights. They work great

[@paulsonsalla2240]

One hundred concepts for light and scope caps

[@coffeeandlifting]

Fun fact, you can convert a regular SF scout tailcap to momentary-only by disassembling it, taking the internal button mechanism and trimming off the nibs that do the latching. I either use that or a UE07 switch on M300c's. I think the 300's (Arisaka/Malkoff included) are the best combo of form and function. Yeah, they don't have a bazillion lumens or candela, but they check the box, have the most mounting options, and don't take up a bunch of space on the gun. And when you push the button you get white light. Yay.

[@tacbear]

14 years in the Military/25 years as a State Trooper SWAT Team Member, we used Surefire and Streamlight's, they worked well except for the remote switch wire would frequently fail and the lights were heavy!. Now that I am retired all my rifles have Inforce Tactical Lights (integrated switch's and can quickly be removed and mounted on another rifle). I know lots of people say these are no good, but I have run them for 10+ years and the Gen 2's work great.

[@midlandknight6498]

This might be one of your best vids ever. So much good info.

[@dp2pl8]

If you just want the regular pad, the Goonbeam lights are upgraded Streamlight HLX body types with Malkoff/Modlight level of throw. So far I have been very happy with them.

[@MrRyryrose]

Been curious about those

[@heyhayhay247]

I'm just curious how they're making any money without something being compromised

[@dp2pl8]

@@heyhayhay247 i think they are machining them somewhere and doing the heads themselves. So they are same pattern but not made by SL? Not totally sure.

[@BobBob-il2ku]

This company looks great for the price

[@megaman010391]

Hows it holding up? I need a weopon light, was thinking of the hlx, but damm these goons got some power. Any issues? My TLR 1 has been a tank but not as bright as the goonbeam. Im looking for a rifle light and wanted to be sure. 😅

[@0EvilLemons0]

Didn't expect the Perun name drop, we love some defense economics slide shows

[@bravo6959]

Same

[@TheRealXrayDoc]

One tail switch you overlooked is the unity hot button. It's different from the rest because of it being angled rather than flat. However, the mlok version at the 11 oclock position is absolutely perfect for use with a c-clamp grip.

[@aidenkirkaldy5394]

This

[@Jonah.the.moist.noodle]

He probably ignored the unity, as in a video he did last year I believe... it isn't a quality enough product just yet to be on the list. The plug is finicky, and hit or miss if it will lock the light turned on, or vice versa. And sometimes you will get intermittent discharge from the light when depressing the button. For some reason, the button does not like playing nice with a bunch of the brands of lights and lasers spoken on

[@SuperXrayDoc]

@@Jonah.the.moist.noodle I'm using it on my surefire scout 300 and haven't had issues. Maybe it is not as good with modlites or DFs

[@MellowFellowOfYellow]

Unity product being ignored? Doubtful lol

[@m4e1supremacy]

@@Jonah.the.moist.noodle Unity makes the Modbutton lite too. Personally I had two duds shipped to me when ordering my Arisaka light. Fortunately Arisaka was more than willing to make it right by either continuing to send me replacements free of charge, or just refund me. After the 2nd dud I just opted for the refund. Arisaka products themselves are top notch, as is their customer service from my experience.

[@MagicPrepper]

I picked up a 340V for IR and off mode capability but I wasnt aware of Arisaka's builder. Thanks for the tip.

[@BallisticAviation]

Your presenataion is most illuminating, Hop. Seriously thought the breakdown of each brands MO is perfection.

[@MrCannonls]

Hop is the “America’s Test Kitchen” of the gun world. Amazing presentation. All the info I need and nothing I don’t. Wonderful.

[@leonvillarica9965]

The trex mounts are actually made by Arisaka now, you can see their logo on the example you put in the video

[@RogueBlood343]

Really enjoy these mid length mellow videos.

[@TROY-MCCLURE-1991]

Waiting on the SureFire Turbo series to be released. Duel fuel is a nice feature to have and the performance is most likely similar (with the 18650 / 18350 batteries) to Cloud or Modlite.

[@Valorius]

Every flashlight I have that takes two c123s also works with an 18650. What ones don't?

[@TROY-MCCLURE-1991]

@@Valorius depends on the light. Some companies won't reccomend using CR 123A's for their 18650 bodies because it might damage the internals and probably cause an O Light incident. What lights have you been using?

[@Valorius]

@@TROY-MCCLURE-1991 too many Brands and models to even list. I believe o light only ever had a problem with one model of flashlight didn't they?

[@46dgarrison]

Yep. It was their olights

[@Valorius]

@@46dgarrison pretty sure it was one specific model that has already been redesigned. Joke was funny though :D

[@Impossibly-Possible]

Ya I probably wont be getting a Arisaka because I have to look for each piece and link it together, I dont know what parts I need and what fits together and what would be the best for my needs out of what they have, just have some lights already together with mounting options and colorways, bright -brighter - brightest, lightweight - even lighter, brown - black - green. BOOM sold.

[@gfrank9772]

Cloud Rein is pretty hard to beat for the value if your running white light only. But I get that there are pretty significant limitations to running cloud with an ir/laser.

[@coreyfesselmeyer9170]

Could is a screaming deal especially when they have Blems in stock.

[@Tarburz]

I run a Rein and a Perst-3 just fine. the Rein was designed specifically to be run with IR-LAMs. that's why they made it.

[@rmyc]

Cloud switches are trash.

[@basedWisco715]

@@rmyc how? Serious question, mine seems fine but I don’t have NV yet

[@DinoNucci]

Wrong

[@3rdlineplug]

Been on the force for 8 years and 2 as an RSO. I’ve converted to cloud defensive and haven’t looked back. Phenomenal products and customer service. Great video as usual. No BS, just knowledge.

[@jonathanwilliams4348]

Probably the best, most informative of the "rifle light" videos. Good job!

[@alvaroeloredo]

Wow, this has to be the best weapon light video I have seen. You are going to save a lot of people from some headaches that's for sure. Thank you Hop!

[@MrAgentEcho]

The key for this is understanding the role of your weapon and fitting the right light to that. A self defense gun needs more spill than throw, and if you live on a larger property then you might need more throw than spill to identify targets/non targets correctly from a distance.

[@zendell37]

I'll stick with my O-lights. They work great and the risk of them bursting into flames while in my mouth is thrilling.

[@TerminalM193]

Inside the mouth is the only place olights belong. Pure trash.

[@Valorius]

@@TerminalM193 I have six of them, they work great. every one of them. I bet you don't even own one.

[@TerminalM193]

@@Valorius When I first got into wml I first went with olight for my pistol and rifle. Both lights failed before making it through 1 class. In the middle of a low light course I had to run out and purchase a streamlight tlr1 hl and a SHITTY holster to incorporate to still be allowed to safely return to class..... I've heard both good and bad, "primarily bad" about olight and both my experience plus dealing with customer service I'll never purchase or reccomend one ever again.

[@Valorius]

@@TerminalM193 I like streamlights but I have had really good luck with olights too. The one brand I have had a lot of bad luck with is Surefire

[@PHIllip324]

this nigga

[@CharlieMikeNS]

The lightbar is a cantilever mount meant to push the light out past the end of the handgaurd, primarily for use with suppressors to avoid casting shadows in the beam. Arisaka doesn't offer anything that does that. Not better or worse, but if you want something that does that, the Lightbar is your only option.

[@andrewm6393]

True. Arisaka actually makes them for T. rex.

[@tibert503]

Haley strategic makes a similar light mount

[@RedactedbyRobco]

Yep Haley Thorntail is a similar concept.

[@chad9166]

The """""""T-Rex Arms""""" lightbar lol

[@CharlieMikeNS]

@@chad9166 yeah, it's made by Arisaka. Who cares?

[@heymotivator2231]

I’ve watched this like 4 times (pre and post research) its such a helpful video. I got super confused with all the options on Arisaka’s builder, but after doing that and some research into surefire and then watching this video I have a pretty good idea of what my options are at different price points.

[@Valorius]

I agree that LEP is impractical for most things. I'm the opposite, I hate non rechargeable batteries.

[@SwornHeresy]

Based

[@kennychad2821]

I have the Surefire Scout M600 DF, it's a great light. It's 1500 lumen when used with the Surefire 18650 Hi-Cap battery, it has some really good reach with a wider beam. Perfect in conjunction with a LPVO. Having the option to use 2 CR123A batteries (1000 lumen) as back up is invaluable as well. The quick detach screw is nice, if I need to use it as a standard flashlight. Just very good all around, a bit pricey, but worth it imo, highly recommend.

[@_NotmyShadow_]

I spent several days looking for the "best bang for your buck" wml that was also, in theory, the most size and weight efficient. I too landed on the arisaka 300/malkhoff/ momentary only combo on a picatinny offset mount. 3.52 ounces with mount and battery

[@stillbiggerthanyou]

I really appreciate the depth of thought and the rigor of testing you employ in your videos. As a person who has only recently entered the gun world, I've learned an alarming amount from your content. Having said that, the most striking thing to me about the gun community is the financial logic it uses. We're talking about HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS for a flashlight. Not just a flashlight, but one that you will use "for as little as possible, as quickly as possible." It's like spending a million dollars for a Bugatti, but only using it to get to the end of the driveway to collect your mail. It's probably because i'm not that far into it yet.....

[@brenton9492]

I cannot stress this enough. When buying rechargeable 18650s, buy from a reputable website and brand. Also do some extra homework on 18650s in general because there are different kinds that serve a specific task better.

[@ValhallaTactical]

Great video! No non-sense, straight to the point. By the way if you hate Cloud Defensive switches, EchoArms recently introduced a light body for REIN heads that takes Surefire tailcaps. Still require rechargeable battery, but it's a step in the right direction (in terms of cross-compatibilities). Thanks!!

[@InfinitumDiver]

I was just looking into getting a weapon light for my rifle after saving for a bit, but it's pretty confusing with the different companies, light heads, bodies, caps, etc. Great info and plenty to look into. Thanks!

[@m0skaudancer]

You're not kidding about Arasaka's 300 series light builder. Best $200 I ever spent that didn't go directly into the rifle itself. The throw on this Malkoff is insane, I can count the bricks on the front of a house 200 yards away with one CR123.

[@allenhurt02]

I really enjoy my cloud defensive. I just stock up on 18650's. I'm sure cloud will make a dual fuel model in the future but for now I love my cloud. Honestly as long as the light is one of the 5 listed you can't go wrong. I have 3 streamlights HLX and 1 surefire m600. I just prefer cloud.

[@soapyork9356]

I love the fact that you unapologetically say it’s a NutnFancy SPR build. He’s fallen out of vogue, if he ever was, with your gen of shooters, but that SPR video still holds up. I did my own NutnFancy SPR build in 2013 and it’s still my fav overall AR. Great vid on lights.

[@TheRealXrayDoc]

Really looking forward to the surefire turbos. I love their mounting system on the pro and their flashlights are slimmer and lighter which helps when mounting lasers and a can. Plus I also like that I don't have to use the rechargeable batteries.

[@Whiskey11Gaming]

As someone in law enforcement, the go to has always been Streamlight for handguns. Bought an HLX for my old patrol rifle and loved it enough to put one on my 11.5" AR pistol. My old patrol rifle has the standard rail mount and the 11.5 has an Arisaka offset scout mount. My new patrol rifle is department provided and has an HLX with the standard mount. They aren't fancy, but they just fucking work. Never had a problem with Streamlight lights.

[@Glandash]

I run a Streamlight on my rifle, it’s good enough for my needs. When I get my Sugar Weasel or Honey Badger (whichever I decide to splurge on), I’ll get an OWL just for extra Gucci and no wires.

[@jlee5050]

Can't speak for the other companies, but the reason I go Surefire is their after service and warranty... All the years of owning their stuff and if anything breaks, it's either fixed or replaced, almost no questions asked. Also helps that they're in SoCal and since I live there too, I get replacement parts very fast.

[@colemcd1806]

O-light ad before this video 🤣. What a meme.

[@carboss]

I keep coming back to this video for your great info. This is by far the most complete light video on youtube.

[@yakivpopavich]

After dropping so many countless thousands on NV and thermal and a solid ballistic helmet along with the IR laser/illumination device looking into which flashlight to get seems so casual, but I do want the best. Thanks for the video hop!.

[@no-sway3709]

Surefire scout with vampire head has been my go to. Good white light and plenty of IR illumination to supplement a PEQ or use with a laser only unit like a perst 4.

[@yakivpopavich]

@@no-sway3709 Dang I have a Perst 3 unit but still checking this out.

[@no-sway3709]

@@yakivpopavich perst 3 is chunky. I sold mine since I got it for free and got another perst 4. Perst 3 also does not have white light unfortunately.

[@yakivpopavich]

@@no-sway3709 Yeah I have one of the newer gen 3 green models. Hence me trying to find a solid independent white light for the last space left on my rails. I'm just happy Hop is around so I can get more neutral and non-bias objective opinions on these types of accessories. Out of curiosity if your using a Perst 4 laser only unit what do you use for your IR illumination?.

[@no-sway3709]

@@yakivpopavich I use a surefire scout. It has a vampire head that you twist to select Vis or IR. I prefer the perst 4 + scout over a peq alone because the IR illum from the peq illum has more artifacts, is relatively weak (civvie power) and there are many situations where you want laser only but also have the option of intermittently using IR illum.

[@KDP4130]

I invested in an Arisaka light based on a couple videos of yours. Thanks for your no bullshit, no apologies style of covering information and opinion.

[@sirbalanced5486]

Rein 2.0 Micro is on my 13.7. So far, so good!

[@waylonk2453]

That light seems pretty bomber, except it uses a weird battery. As long as you've got a few spares it shouldn't matter. Building a 13.7 now

[@sirbalanced5486]

@@waylonk2453 CloudDefensive Rein Micro package comes with (crappy) mlok mount, charger, battery, & pressure pad. For around $399. An absolute must is the CloudDefensive “Torrent” mlok mount. Changes the angle & Tucks the light inside. $50 for the Torrent mount. 13.7 is the way!

[@andyhenderson441]

Very helpful. I've been holding off buying a dedicated rifle light for a while. This made up my mind. Thanks for the informative videos

[@markrobison2549]

I rly love my Modlite lights, they are pricy but I love the output and performance.

[@jaimemartinez3866]

Yep. My okw can light up front porch of house one block down from me.

[@lb2de]

I find myself looking at your videos more because of the pragmatic descriptions and unbiased use. We need this because a company can’t improve and we the buyers can only spend the money once, thanks

[@johnteslov5870]

It seems ridiculous that it costs $300-600 for a flash light

[@jiveturkey2875]

I went with Elzetta because their flood lens is amazing. My set up is for home defense and I found it to be the best in lighting up a room with no hot spots.

[@billybarrett5223]

Most people fail to mention Elzetta. They're the most durable and reliable ones on the market.

[@enb3810]

4:20 have to strongly disagree, sorry. Been using 18650s for a long time on a multitude of lights with no issues. For me, the cost of surefire cr123s is also a prohibiting factor.

[@rhodycars6058]

a year later and Surefire really killed it with the turbo series

[@PartialRug]

For someone usually extremely well informed I can't believe Hop is so against rechargeable batteries. Yes there can be fires but it's similar to how a negligent discharge takes several safety rules to be broken for it to happen, not just one.

[@PartialRug]

Also 18350's are probably best for most people. Get a quality charger and quality batteries and you'll be setup for many years.

[@chevrofreak]

@@PartialRug most 18350's come from China, while most common 18650's and 21700's come from Japan or South Korea.

[@PartialRug]

@@chevrofreak this is exactly why it's even easier to see which 18350's are good quality and which are not. There are only 3 options I've found that are worth buying.

[@chrisevenson4263]

Hop- thanks for this video. I’ve been looking to get into a Scout for a build but couldn’t justify $500-$600 once adding tape switch, tailcap, mount, etc. The Arisaka website saved me a bunch of money, and I wouldn’t even known that was an option without this video. Mostly a Streamlight guy here for most carbines and handguns (no love for the TLR RM1 & RM2?) and cracked up at your Olight comment. Admittedly have two in the collection as well, PL Pro Valkyrie one of the home defense handguns (for the quick release) and an Odin shared between AR builds (like the quick release M-Lok mount and momentary variable tailcap- easy to swap between builds). No question they aren’t up to par with the rest of the brands, but I wish other brands would take notice of some of the features they have- I’m glad they are at least willing to innovate. For less serious builds, the features may outweigh the quality, especially the ability to share a light easily. Anyways, thanks again! Was glad for an excuse to add a scout style light to the collection!

[@LeifyGuy]

I'm literally the exact opposite, I hate 123s and am heavily biased toward anything rechargeable

[@jklop7841]

Streamlight RM1 and Surefire X300 Ultra at 12 o’clock is how I run my rifles. Awesome video.

[@NeuRekrut]

I don’t have that much interest in weapon lights, other than the ones that have been proven durable and highly rated on a website. But I love your thorough reviews and you keep the subjects interesting. Now.. if only you would do some sort of AK rifle or gear review.. 😊

[@grantmitchell3530]

Same, but alas, he’s biased against them

[@user1acount]

@@grantmitchell3530 For good reason. In the US market, they represent a worse value. More cost, less capability and compatibility, and susceptible to parts/ammo import bans.

[@onpsxmember]

Try 'AK Operators Union, Local 47-74'

[@46dgarrison]

Great break down. I just recently purchased a SF DUAL FUEL. I went with the 00 tail cap, due to the low output of the regular plug in without the button. It was odd, but I really wanted the 00 anyways for the backup button. Just didn’t want to spend the extra till the basic cap didn’t work right. But I would like the okw head or the Arisaka head. Cause my cheap “not cheap” olight has way better throw. But I don’t like the olight for many reasons. The only thing it has going for it, is that it is easy to use as a hand held light with its quick release mount. It was my first real weapon light. That I quickly regretted buying.

[@Valorius]

All the major brands work fine. That's been my experience. Your mileage May vary.

[@orenjones237]

"Rogue darkness that needs to be investigated" dang, that was some grade A sentence crafting 😂 love it.

[@swiftaudi]

You can’t say “nutnfancey” Without the videos growing by 45 minutes just to explain a click tailcap or something else mundane.

[@logicplague]

When buying tools, I tend to go with what the pros use. I'm running a Surefire M600 on my AR, and a Streamlight TLR-1 on my Glock.

[@lonewanderer3603]

I like the Olight Warrior X Pro. Tail switch or pressure pad, press and hold for momentary or click for constant. Good throw and flood, very bright, 18650 with magnetic tail charging.

[@chevrofreak]

I have a ton of Olights, but my favorite rifle light is the Warrior X3 with their dual output tape switch. I took the Cloud Defensive OWL off of my JAKL 5.56 SBR and replaced it with the Warrior and I am much happier.

[@mainebugmuncher]

Proprietary batteries and have to LOCK IT OUT to prevent random things turning the light on, but according to Olight that doesn't exist.

[@lonewanderer3603]

@@mainebugmuncher what proprietary batteries? They run on standard 18650 and the smaller lights run on cr123. You only need their specific battery for tail cap charging. You can swap batteries on the fly if they go out. I've never had one of their lights flicker on and off randomly either, with the exception of the keychain light that comes on when you twist the head. All their weapon lights have been flawless for me and yes, I do use them.

[@mainebugmuncher]

@@lonewanderer3603 So no magnetic charging if use normal batteries.... Sounds proprietary to me, since it removes features. Have killed 3 Oshit handhelds and pistol lights flickered. Traded what I could into Cloud defense and sold what I could. Want a X turbo or a X9r?

[@lonewanderer3603]

@@mainebugmuncher suit yourself

[@jake9705]

I've bought two Streamlights (ProTac and ProTac HL-X). The first is weapon mounted and the second is hand-held. I've used the weapon mounted for maybe 10 hours and the handheld for two years. Both costs roughly $150. The handheld Streamlight ProTac randomly fails to turn on about 1 in 40 times. To power on the light when it's not activating, unscrew the battery cap then screw it back on again. Then it works normally until the next random failure. The chaotic nature of the handheld Streamlight makes me distrust all their weapon mounted lights.

[@Tarburz]

coincidentally, Cloud Defensive uploaded a video today explaining why they can't use SF switches. TLDW, They aren't powerful enough to handle Clouds outputs

[@Hoplopfheil]

That's what modlite says too. Hmm

[@SwornHeresy]

That's because their 18650's are set up for 10 amps briefly before stepping down to 8 amps. Modlite and Cloud just use 10 amps.

[@franklima]

I never expected to watch 45+ min PPTs in my free time but Perun really is great.

[@Pouncer_Fox]

This video encapsulates exactly what I ended up concluding myself: Very important to have a light, but after that, it's whatever works best for you. For now, I have a Streamlight RM1 and that's it. I may change it some day, but so far, it works just fine for me.

[@MCLEO983]

Your logic, reasoning, and honest biased is superb

[@SMDaboobity]

An Olight ad before the vid lmao

[@Valorius]

Based.

[@aerowrench6787]

The M640V Pro is in all reality a really good deal for what it’s capable of. For the price you get a bomb proof dual output light (that works amazingly under NODs) and hangs with the big dogs as a white light, has a very useable mount and a true momentary on/off tailcap. And it’s remarkably low on battery drain when used in IR. Im surprised more companies haven’t tried to make their own offerings. Yes it’s $430 (the 300V @$400) but you don’t really need to spend any extra money to get it to mount where you want and activate it in a ergonomic and intuitive fashion. I’ve loved mine.

[@ChrisG1392]

Nobody makes a good light. it does not cost hundreds of dollars to make an LED flashlight. its something that should cost $50 max yet they're being sold for the better part of $1000. just insanity. even stream light is stupid expensive.

[@justanotherinternetexpert7743]

Streamlight rifle lights work fine for me, I can buy at least 3 of them, with upgraded mounts, for every surefire, modlight, arisaka, etc....if one breaks I can buy two more, before the price even up. That being said, none of mine have ever broke, and I have 4 or five of them, plus they are brighter then the 2 surefires I do own. ....I started with streamlight because, I am not a operator, operating, operationally, and then got some nice $2k-$3500 rifles and wanted to put "better" accessories on them, so the internet operators told me I needed surefires, i bought two of them, and they are dimmer, and one flickers when used with a tape switch.(I have tried multiple tape switches, it is the light for sure). So for me, o say save your money buy streamlight, or at least NOT SUREFIRE!

[@CaptainCiph3r]

As a cloud OWL owner I'll take my gigachad badge happily.

[@Hoplopfheil]

Easter island statue emoji

[@CaptainCiph3r]

@@Hoplopfheil alien head emoji

[@retiredretired8496]

Unity TAPS, 600 Series E2XT Light , Offset Scout Mount M-Lok, MAWL-C1, on a BRN 180 223 Wylde , A3TACTICAL.folding stock with offset , AMG UH 2, vortex 3x magnifier flip to side ,SILENCERCO suppressor ,lower custom built by myself . Probably my favorite set up . The 600 E2xt is a perfect light for me .

[@alexandershin413]

Here to early to see the arguments in the comments

[@ImNoBSING]

I have a Fenix HT-18 so I can shoot out to 300m during dark winter hours. Excellent for training and just pewpew purposes and even suits for fishing and hunting. It has 1k lumens, over 200k candelas.

[@egglisboingo335]

The only true weapon light we need is duck tape, and a 3D Maglite

[@Valorius]

It worked for delta.

[@scottasadorian7569]

The way you describe things is amazing. Shot to the point but clever. Also gray current and usable info.

[@jeremy8715]

Olight obviously… 0:17 lol

[@CWHolleman]

While I do not use my gun for professional duty...Streamlight has always served me well. I have Surefire as well but I have yet to be in a situation where I said "Man I wish I had the Surefire." A buddy who night hunts Coyote has an Arisaka and it seems very nice, but doesn't seem necessary for my purposes.

[@Ironsight_Army]

Olight = bestest light

[@Hoplopfheil]

They make those in red ano?

[@Ironsight_Army]

@@Hoplopfheil actually they do! ( see attached discord )

[@Hoplopfheil]

Oh lord

[@unclebobthe1]

Very informative. I love to build all my gear to suit. Just bought 300 lumine Energizer pocket light (1 cr123) the UTG M-lock mount. I drilled a hole in the tail cap and went all 1980 LA PD swat style and made my own tape switch with the inards of a doorbell and a whole lot of heat shrink. A tad cludgy. However it works and only cost. Light $9.99, mount $14.99, doorbell $9.99, wire I had, shrink tub 6.99, solder + odds and ends $5.00. So $46.00. I get board easily.

[@BlueLoneWolf54]

Anyone that had a Game Boy in the 90s with parents looking to save money knows that rechargeable batteries suck horse nuggets anyways.

[@woohoo8315]

Ah yeah. NiCad getting frustrated on roadtrips gang.

[@BlueLoneWolf54]

@@woohoo8315 You had to bring spare normie batteries anyway. Like quit it.

[@Hoplopfheil]

The battery pack on mine died after a year so I had to sit next to an outlet to play Gameboy.

[@BlueLoneWolf54]

@@Hoplopfheil I had one of those, too. It also sucked. I had MULTIPLE of them. Like the one where it had the extra grip lobe things on the side that was like an Advance before the Advance.

[@Valorius]

Crazy as this sounds, I recently tested a light called the XP-22 from a company called Brynite, and it is without a doubt the most clever and ingenious rifle WML I have ever used.

[@hajihunterr7662]

Lights are F-ing to much

[@jacksonhammersmith]

The E2HT with a 16650 is by far the most impressive for its size and weight. I love how clean and simple the Arisakas are. HLX is easily the best light for the money. My Rein 1.0 and PLHV2 are equally impressive for output but the rein is a chonker and I’m ashamed to tell people how much I paid for the complete Modlite package and switches. If I could only pick 1 forever it’d pry be a Rein micro.

[@wonderloaf]

I used a D cell maglight and duct tape. Don't @ me.

[@Hoplopfheil]

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[@wonderloaf]

@@Hoplopfheil 😞

[@yungFTP]

my streamy protacHL for the past 4 years never failed me, and copped it for 70$ instead of the 100. 1/3 the price of modlite surefure, not ass nice as their products but it’ll never fail u.