Streamlight's new 630 Lumen TLR-1 HL

[kid presentable]

Thanks for the link...

Looks like Streamlight's answer to the X300 Ultra...

I actually trust the TLR series more than the SF X series, as I believe the mounting system is far superior.

I would be interested in acquiring one, but I told myself that I would never buy another TLR series light until they lost the "blingy" silver ring around the bezel. It's very distracting looking to me and keeps it from looking as "serious" as an all-black model would. I know that's a minor gripe, but I had to deal with that ring on my old TLR-1 for years and it never sat right with me.

yeah, I LOVE my surefire lights but the TLR series is a great light. I was thinking about picking up a x300 ultra but with this one coming out I may pick up another streamlight. As for the "Blingy" silver ring around the bezel, i didn't like the bling either and i've actually sprayed mine down with some krylon

[SWATcop556]

I actually trust the TLR series more than the SF X series, as I believe the mounting system is far superior.

Just curious why you feel this way. In your opinion other than the mount what else makes the TLR superior to the X series?

My experience is exactly the opposite. I've killed three dept. issued TLRs (two LEDs and one circuit board) and have seen more lights launched down range when the mounting screw loosens under fire.

[Shao]

Just curious why you feel this way. In your opinion other than the mount what else makes the TLR superior to the X series?

My experience is exactly the opposite. I've killed three dept. issued TLRs (two LEDs and one circuit board) and have seen more lights launched down range when the mounting screw loosens under fire.

I've owned a number of TLRs and have never experienced a failure of any sort. The same cannot be said for the X300 I used to own.

Mounting screw fix: blue loctite

[JBecker 72]

Thanks for the link...

Looks like Streamlight's answer to the X300 Ultra...

I actually trust the TLR series more than the SF X series, as I believe the mounting system is far superior.

I would be interested in acquiring one, but I told myself that I would never buy another TLR series light until they lost the "blingy" silver ring around the bezel. It's very distracting looking to me and keeps it from looking as "serious" as an all-black model would. I know that's a minor gripe, but I had to deal with that ring on my old TLR-1 for years and it never sat right with me.

You are the first person I have ever heard say the tlr had a better mount than the X300. I have found the exact opposite to be true through experience with both.

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[Shao]

You are the first person I have ever heard say the tlr had a better mount than the X300. I have found the exact opposite to be true through experience with both.

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Well to make a long story short, I've used both on my 870. The TLR-1 has had at least a few thousands shells through it through the years and never loosened up or came off - in fact, it almost looked new the day I sold it. I sold it for a Surefire X300. When I took it to the woods to check it out, I managed to get about 40 rounds off before the X300 blew off my Surefire rail (Surefire light on Surefire rail - go figure) for no apparent reason. There was no damage to the light so reattached it, put about 100 more rounds of 12 pellet Dynamit Nobel 00 Buck through it and.. guess what happened? It blew off again! I cannot contribute it to use error as I've installed a multitude of weapon lights throughout the years to all manner of guns and have never had one blow off twice in less than 200 rounds (scratch that, had a FoxFury blow off my 870 once after about 50 rounds, broke the plastic housing - sent it in for a replacement which I promptly sold).

[JBecker 72]

Well to make a long story short, I've used both on my 870. The TLR-1 has had at least a few thousands shells through it through the years and never loosened up or came off - in fact, it almost looked new the day I sold it. I sold it for a Surefire X300. When I took it to the woods to check it out, I managed to get about 40 rounds off before the X300 blew off my Surefire rail (Surefire light on Surefire rail - go figure) for no apparent reason. There was no damage to the light so reattached it, put about 100 more rounds of 12 pellet Dynamit Nobel 00 Buck through it and.. guess what happened? It blew off again! I cannot contribute it to use error as I've installed a multitude of weapon lights throughout the years to all manner of guns and have never had one blow off twice in less than 200 rounds (scratch that, had a FoxFury blow off my 870 once after about 50 rounds, broke the plastic housing - sent it in for a replacement which I promptly sold).

You were probably using the wrong latch. The U latch does not fit well on a MIL1913 rail.

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[Shao]

You were probably using the wrong latch. The U latch does not fit well on a MIL1913 rail.

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Nope - I used the P latch... No play whatsoever once the light was mounted... Take in mind that I'm a Surefire guy and will choose Surefire 99% of time over any other light, in fact, I'm don't even really like Streamlight and have only owned one of their handhelds (which I traded because is was... blah) but I just believe the TLR series is better engineered.

EDIT: and before anyone jumps in, I've been rail mounting accessories and lights for as long as I can remember them existing - so I am no amateur in this field.

[whiterabbit05]

Of course I just bought the TLR-1s a few weeks ago.

[VIP3R 237]

Just playing with it at Streamlight's booth at Shot and shining around the building and 'accidentally' strobing my brother in the process it is very bright. Just shining it on my hand hurt my eyes. Outdoors on a carbine this thing would kick ass. Inside i could see where it could cause some whiteout to the shooter, but i would 100x rather be behind it than in front of it.

[SW-Shooter]

I went ahead and backordered one, I'll post a review when I get it. I also ordered the TLR 1S-HP for one of my carbines, luckily I have enough AR's and not enough lights.