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Posted: 8/28/2004 11:00:27 AM EDT
I am ready to buy a dedicated weapon light for my new AR. I have used my G2 and 6P in the past but now I want an actual weapon light. I saw the scout light in the magazine and liked it but is that the cheapest and smallest one? Then Grant posted pics of the new M651c a few weeks ago. What is the best choice. I don't need a tape switch so just a clickie tailcap will work or the XM tailcap.
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The Scout is the way to go. I have both models of the Scout on back order. Laser Devices OP-6 is another good choice (small, lightweight, rugged and cheap)! C4 www.gandrtactical.com |
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Doh.. I didn't realize the Scout was the M651c. Nice pic Al that made my decision.... Scout light it is. I'm not really worried about the light output for this rifle but I'm glad I can upgrade like my good 'ole buddy Randy did. The only thing I don't like about the Scout light is that E2D tailcap.
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You don't have to use the E2D t/c, you can swap it out for a Z57 which is certainly a better color match up. |
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The scoutlight is the smallest and lightest, however it is not the cheapest. It costs about the same as a basic MU series light. The cheapest would be the clasic series lights as mentioned above. They would be bigger and heavier than the scoutlights, but I would think they would be smaller and ligher than the MU lights.
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BTW does anyone have the weights for the X200 & the Scout (version without tape switch)?
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The X200 is 3.7 ounces & the Scout light is right at 4 oz. |
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BF Thanks - I'm assuming that is WITH batteries (and the Scout includes the mount as well).
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The Scout weaponlight is basically an E2e with an integral mount and clickie tailcap. They share the same tailcaps and bezels, so if you already have an E2e, you can swap parts if needed.
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Grant, what is this system? Me likes |
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I'm not Grant, but that is a Laser Devices weaponlight. Those look better and better everytime I see them, and the prices are sweet too. |
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What is Cheap ? How much ? over $200 ? ? |
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The LD OP-6 with ARMS throw lever and 6" pressure pad is $185. www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=7&f=22&t=211320 Its really a great deal! C4 |
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How bright are the LD's compared to the SF's? And do the LD's only come with tape switches and ARMS throw levers or can you get thumb screws and clickie caps? Thanks Grant.
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From what I can tell, the LD OP-6's are just as bright as say a SF 6P. You can get them without ANY mount and a momentary/constant on tailcap (kind of like the Z48/Z49 SF tailcap)... C4 |
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Lumens? Around 100-120? Or more like 200? Can you get a high output bulb like with a SF? |
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I would say that the OP-6 is around 67 Lumens (same as the SF 6P or M95 series). They do not make a HO bulb (which I think are a waste of money without a turbo head)....
C4 |
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How bright are the LD 9v lights? |
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About 125 Lumens. They (LD) states much higher numbers, but they are just going by the initial light off. I would recommend staying with the 6V... C4 |
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Grant, Can you tell me why you think the HO bulbs are a waste? What does the Turbo head offer (a tighter beam perhaps)? |
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Let's say that your using a 6P and you put the P61 bulb in. You will notice a slightly longer throw, but nothing that warrants the 20 minute run time. The Turbo head focuses the beam and can utilize the higher output more effectively (IMHO).... C4 |
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The turbohead for a 6v system IS a waste, you won't see any worthwhile improvement unless you move up to a 9v lamp. As for the P61 HOLA vs. the std. P60, the P61 is a worthy addition in my opinion. With the P61 you'll get a much brighter, whiter beam with about 20% better flood & range. And, if you use the P61 in momentary fashion without excessive constant on periods you can extend battery life out 25-30 min. The P61 even has a brighter, whiter beam than the 9v P90 lamp IMO. |
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Is the Laser Devices OP-6 upgradeable in the future if more lightning is needed?
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I agree - the TurboHead models start at 9V (three SF123A) and the High Output Lamp Assemblies (HOLA's) really improve the beam.
I also agree that the P61 is a worthy lamp. I only use the P61 when I'm carrying a standard two-SF123A SureFire such as the G2Z or M2. The light output is brighter, whiter, more intense, larger beam and brighter surround beam. They really shine outside at close range too. I also agree that P61 is better than the P90, and also the P91. If you don't use the P61 constant-on then it doesn't eat SF123A's as quickly as you may expect in my experience. Al |
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No it isn't... C4 |
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I have both the Scout and E2d and even though the parts are interchangable, the Bezels are not the same. The lense on the Scout is flat and the lense on the E2d is dome shaped. I think the reflectors may be different also because when you put them side by side the beam is a little tighter on the Scout.
Just my .02 MadDog |
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how much are you guys paying for the Scout light and where are you getting them? i handled them at shot show and liked it but have never seen one after that.....
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I had 4 of them not to long ago and have BOTH models on back order currently with SF.. C4 |
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Do the Laser Optics run on the same batteries as the Surefire?
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I have a Streamlight M-3 on mine. The adapter only costs about $8. Interchangeable in seconds between pistol, rifle, or shotgun.
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Yes they do... C4 |
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Pricing on the Scout? Options? Is there a throw lever version? any tailcap options? I hate that E2Defender tail cap.
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to include the L4 head and rechargable Pila batteries? Sweet! |
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The ScoutLight has three major flavours:
M65 - E2e bezel M66 - KL1 bezel M67 - KL4 bezel |
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The E2e LockOut TailCap (push button pressure switch) is the Z52 (HA).
The L4's Clickie TailCap (also can be locked out) is the Z57 (HA). The Hard Anodised Black Clickie TailCap shown by BrightFlashlights on that E2d is the Z61. I would also like a two-stage clickie TailCap for the A2/L1/L2 etc. Al |
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Well Al, if anybody has any pull with SF it'd be you... Get PK to thinking about it and maybe it'll be out by SHOT. |
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OK.... I broke down and I am going to betray my Surefire allegiance and order a OP-6 from Brownells (sorry Grant, I can get an LE discount). Will let you guys know how it fairs.
Edit.... I just pulled it up on their website and they don't have the one's with the ARMS mounts. I guess I will have to order their flashlight ring with it also. |
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In my experience, if you go to a reputable dealer and site supporter (which is important to me, YMMV) like Grant and tell him what price the competition is offering, he’ll usually work with you. He might even have all the parts you really want.
BTW, thanks for your LEO service. I appreciate the job you guys do and understand how money can be tight. Got lots of LEO buds. Take care. |
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E-mail me with the model and prce brownells is offering. I might be able to help you out... C4 |
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Al (or anyone else in the know),
Why aren't the Scout lights being offered with the bezel from the X200? Wouldn't this bezel make more sense than a KL4 on a carbine/rifle? |
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Hey Grant I sent you an IM. Thanks to both you and BF for helping all the arfcom dudes out.
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The X200A is it's own design but the technology will soon be used in other systems. The biggest reason for not seeing it now in other offerings is because the KL4, KL5 & KL6 were already designed. |
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The *new* KL1 bezel features an evolved optic based on the X200A.
The LuxeonIII is not driven as hard for longer regulated runtime and the beam is larger (and therefore not quite as intense) compared to the X200's beam. The squareness has also been rounded somewhat. Using the KL1 on the ScoutLight creates the M66xx ScoutLight (for example M661C) I think it is one of the best LED beams yet released. The new KL1 has only just started to ship. My understanding is that the price has not gone up which makes it a bargin! Email me if you'd like to see my photo of the M661X. Al |
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How bright is the X200 and how does it compare to a P61 Bulb?
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