Don't keep your hands busy with lighting

Unlike classic headlamps or handheld flashlights, weapon flashlights have a tactical edge. We often need both hands when operating a weapon, so it is necessary to purchase a "hands-free" solution for any additional equipment. Although it is still possible to control short weapons with only one hand, it is still advisable to have the other hand free for other activities, such as opening doors and the like, during various interventions and quick actions.

Important features of a gun flashlight

There are several types of gun flashlifgts that we distinguish. In any case, the size of the flashlight must be adapted to the specific weapon, so that it does not interfere with your shooting. And at the same time, it is advisable to adapt the control to the tactical purpose, which should take place either via a button located at the back and/or (ideally) via a pressure switch connected to the flashlight itself by a cable.

Flashlights with a single purpose

Gun lights have only one purpose, but they do it brilliantly. The design of such flashlights includes mounting on a rail system, which means that they would be difficult to use as pocket or handheld flashlights. But if we are looking for a flashlight for a weapon, this solution is ideal. As we've already said, weapon lights have specific controls. In most solutions for short firearms, we find a rocker switch that works either as long as it is pressed, or can be turned on permanently. Flashlights for long guns then use the mentioned cable pressure switches, which have a control closer to one of your hands in which you hold the gun. But they can also have cable switches - it depends on your preferences. It is important to mention that you can use flashlights for short weapons more universally (i.e. also for long weapons). On the contrary, even considering the size of rifle flashlights, this is not possible.

Light source? LED only

The LED diode is practically the only light source used in weapon flashlights today. In the past, halogen was also used, and even earlier, classic light bulbs, but time has progressed. LED sources are advantageous due to their lifetime and high luminous flux in relation to battery consumption. There is usually a rechargeable battery inside the flashlight, which is more practical than constantly changing batteries.

What about the materials?

In general, the better quality or more powerful the lamp, the more it heats up and the better the cooling it provides. Naturally, plastic materials do not offer such good heat dissipation and function more as insulators. On the contrary, if you choose (anodized) aluminum, the lamp will not only be of better quality, but at the same time it will also dissipate excess heat better.

Lasers and accessories

We also have accessories for weapon lights, such as remote switches, various mounts and rechargeable batteries. But you will also find lasers and laser sights here, which ensure perfect aiming of the weapon at the target. Again, resistance to weather effects and a robust surface finish are a matter of course.