is there any size difference in the TLR -1 and the TLR-1s?

No.

The TLR 1 sticks out just a bit on a g19 but runs fine. You may need to wipe it with your thumb after a few dozen rounds.

That was after a couple hundred or so rounds. I wanted to test it out a bit. That's a g19 it is on in that pic.

 

No difference in size of 1 and 1s. I have a TLR-1s on my P30 HD "stash" gun, and a TLR-3 on my M&P FS...the 3 fits flush with the end of the barrel, which is 4.25".

Both are great lights for the money.

 

FYI, to activate the strobe you need to tap it twice rapidly. It's kinda useless IMHO. I'd never be able to hit that under stress.

 

Function is more important than form so don't let that but of bezel that sticks out past the muzzle bother you.

 

Function is more important than form so don't let that but of bezel that sticks out past the muzzle bother you.

I just try to think about if it would be better having something that fits flush and doesn't stick out, less power, only uses 1 battery, weighs less vs. something that sticks out more, more power, 2 batteries. I like the length of the inforce APL, but of course, Im not putting out that kind of money for a light. Do they both sit pretty far back against the trigger guard?

 

If you buy a tlr1 check out the tlr1hl. Great output. The apl is a sweet light. I have a tlr1 on my g19 and it is a great light. Here is how it looks in an all kydex holster.

 

I just try to think about if it would be better having something that fits flush and doesn't stick out, less power, only uses 1 battery, weighs less vs. something that sticks out more, more power, 2 batteries. I like the length of the inforce APL, but of course, Im not putting out that kind of money for a light. Do they both sit pretty far back against the trigger guard?

No offense brother but you're over-thinking it.

It's a light. A bright, dependable light. I have one with no regrets. I've ran it on my 870, ar15, glock, colt rail gin, springfield champion operator and a beretta m9a1. It takes a licking and keeps on ticking. The ONLY issue that has cropped up has been surface rust on the set screw. If I'd kept it in the safe and never ever used it, that probably wouldn't have happened.

Would I rather have a surefire x300? Hell yeah. But I have other hobbies and a child so I cut corners when I can do so within reason. Buy it, go ahead and order a box of 20 surefire branded batteries at ridiculously low prices drop on ebay drop-shipped from who knows where and you've got a dependable, relatively low cost solution. When you need batteries, that $12 box of batteries may/may not be here by then.

That tlr1 hl looks neat, I was blisfully unaware since my tlr1s seems to not want to die. How's that battery life on that thing? And is it "too bright?" I know my tlr1 is borderline too bright when you flash a white or light colored wall indoors at close range.

 

I just try to think about if it would be better having something that fits flush and doesn't stick out, less power, only uses 1 battery, weighs less vs. something that sticks out more, more power, 2 batteries. I like the length of the inforce APL, but of course, Im not putting out that kind of money for a light. Do they both sit pretty far back against the trigger guard?

Sounds like you my want something like the Crimson Trace Lightguard. Its smaller, uses one battery, and doesn't protrude out past the muzzle. Now you lose some brightness but some actually prefer less light on pistols.

 

I really don't know what I want In the middle of the night, waking up from a dead sleep, I feel the more light the better. Ill probably end up going with the TLR-1 just for the "I'd rather have more than not enough" feeling.

 

Ill probably end up going with the TLR-1

Do this. You'll be happy with it. No issue with the slight overhang. Put some chapstick on the lens to make wiping off powder residue easier.

And if for some reason you don't like it, a TLR-1/1s will be very easy to sell.

 

I really don't know what I want In the middle of the night, waking up from a dead sleep, I feel the more light the better. Ill probably end up going with the TLR-1 just for the "I'd rather have more than not enough" feeling.

There is such a thing as too much light. You could end up blinding yourself from the reflection inside a home with the tlr 600 lumen light

 

"I'd rather have more than not enough" feeling.

No no no. Too much is terrible! I picked up a fantastic light at a ridiculous price at a pawn shop for my rifle/shotgun. What I found when navigating the house with it, was that activating it within 5 feet of a wall left me blinded. Shine it on a bare white sheetrock wall and it is like freaking being blinded by the sun in the snow. You can actually have too much. The lumen rating of surefire x300 and streamlight tlr1 work fine for me indoors. Those two are well respected for a reason. I've actually used my tlr1 working in nasty conditions, and put hundred of types of rounds through guns with it on it. It looks like well worn but it works like a champ.

 

I think I have decided on the TLR-1. Was looking around at pricing. Cheapest I have found it is at QMUNIFORMS.com for $103.50 with tax/shipping/10% code. Anyone know where I could possibly get some out the door for less than $100?

 

I think I've seen it for less at Primary Arms during one of their sales, but I don't see the TLR-1 on their site anymore, just the -1s.

Somebody - I think it was Primary Arms - used to sell a package of the light with a bunch of batteries for roughly what most places were selling just the light for.

 

Picked all of mine up like new used for $50-60 off Arfcom equipment exchange

 

Picked all of mine up like new used for $50-60 off Arfcom equipment exchange

There is a guy on Glockforum that PM'd me and had one for sale that is used for $50 shipped. although I haven't seen pics or know the guy from adam....So, I'd almost rather chuck up the extra cash and buy new.

 

Several choices here, didn't see a TLR-1, but the TLR-3 might be a viable alternative....Primary Arms should be sending out another email sale announcement soon, it has been about a month since the last one...

https://www.primaryarms.com/Weapon_Lights_s/328.htm

 

There is a guy on Glockforum that PM'd me and had one for sale that is used for $50 shipped. although I haven't seen pics or know the guy from adam....So, I'd almost rather chuck up the extra cash and buy new.

Nothing wrong with buying new if that's most comfortable. Much of the stuff I have was acquired like new from various exchanges from people in didn't know.

 

Use code 10Off to get it for 89 shipped.

Never used them before.

http://www.egoztactical.com/streamlight-69210-tlr-1s-c4-160-lumens-led-tactical-flashlight/#aid=1278

Sent from an undisclosed bunker.

 

What he said. My tlr1 is still going strong with finish blasted off and a slightly rusty set screw.

If you can hold out till a holiday, primary arms will save you a few bucks with a sale.