Someone school me on lights

[Rated21R]

I picked up a Surefire X300. It was going to be used for my pistol or SBR or both until I found another X300, or a dedicated rifle light. I recently found a deal on an M&P that comes with a TRL-1 (C4 LED) but I know nothing about these. I have read some threads on here and I know folks run them and the X300s with no issues. Should I stick with the TRL-1 or pick up another X300 to consolidate? I just figured two of the same lights would be better so that I had back-up parts, etc.

[glocktogo]

The X300 is more widely regarded than the Streamlight. Besides another X300, you might try picking up a gently used Surefire 600 Scout Light for more throw. That way you could switch between it and the X300 on your carbine depending on your need. I just picked up a nearly pristine 600a with KL4 LED lamp and click tailcap for $100 shipped.

[Rated21R]

The X300 is more widely regarded than the Streamlight. Besides another X300, you might try picking up a gently used Surefire 600 Scout Light for more throw. That way you could switch between it and the X300 on your carbine depending on your need. I just picked up a nearly pristine 600a with KL4 LED lamp and click tailcap for $100 shipped.

I have looked at the 600s and the 300s, anything I should be aware of if shopping for those? Thanks!

[glocktogo]

I have looked at the 600s and the 300s, anything I should be aware of if shopping for those? Thanks!

Not really. The latest version of the Scout is the 600c. I think some of the Scouts were available with incandescent bulbs, but you really want the KL4 LED. You can also get a Larue QD for the Scouts that bolts on for like $79, which is a nice add on. The nice thing about the scout is that for as much light output as you get, it's only slightly heavier than the X300, and it's pretty compact.

[Rated21R]

appreciate it. i will keep my eyes peeled.

[hdly2010]

I am a newbie here. I agree with the thread starter.

[Joeywhat]

Run the TLR-1 on the pistol and X300 on the rifle.

I don't care for TLR-1 on a rifle as it's typically too high for the front sight. You can still get a decent sight picture but the top of the light is visible and it bugs me...probably not an issue but I'm weird like that. If you're not running it at 12:00 then it's a non-issue.

I like the TLR-1 better for pistols anyways. I like the switch better. I don't care for the SF DG switches, either.

[CoryCop25]

I have a TLR-1 and my partner has an x300. Both on Glock 22s. The x300 is smaller and a bit lighter. The TLR-1 fits better on these particular guns. The beam pattern is different and I believe the TLR-1 puts out a bit more light. At least a whiter light than the bluish color of the x300. I don't think the extra $100 is worth the Surefire but you wouldn't be disappointed with both.

[Caeser25]

I just picked up a scout off ebay for $125, near new condition.

[jnc36rcpd]

You might try the TLR-1 on your pistol. It's a great light for the price.

That said, you'll never go wrong with Surefire.