I've been carrying a Streamlight Scorpion in a (Streamlight) nylon pouch for quite a while.
All the corners were frayed and the belt loops final pulled apart. I almost lost the light.
I looked at local shops like REI and couldn't find a pouch that would work.
I decided I needed to mail order one and thought I'd look and see if I could find something better.
I have heard that the Ripoffs pouches were good and decided to track them down.
I found one that supported my exact flashlight:
http://www.ripoffs.com/datasheets/co30/co30.html
I ordered it.
My first thoughts:
1) This is a VERY well made pouch. It uses much stronger materials and the lid tapers which makes for a tidy look and easy access.
2) It is a bit bulkier than the Streamlight pouch. Part of this is because it doesn't have a flat bottom, part is the use of heavier materials, and part of it is the clip.
3) The pouch uses a metal clip, so you can put it on without messing with your belt - nice.
4) The clip does not allow for horizontal carry.
5) It sits up higher on your side than the Streamlight pouch because of the clip placement. This, combined with the increased bulk can be less comfortable than the Streamlight pouch at times.
6) Did I say this was built very well?! Well, I guess I did but it is worth repeating.
7) The lid is longer with more velcro making it more secure than the Streamlight.
8) It probably would make a killer duty pouch for the Scorpion. Much better in that respect than the Streamlight pouch.
9) A SF M2 will fit in the pouch but it is a bit snug and it feels even more bulky because all the extra size of the M2 sits up on top of the holster which already sits sort of high.
All and all a very nice pouch. I think it will last a lot longer than the Streamlight one, but it is possible that the Streamlight will be more comfortable for you.
Either way, the Ripoffs will last longer and hold your light very securely.
-john
All the corners were frayed and the belt loops final pulled apart. I almost lost the light.
I looked at local shops like REI and couldn't find a pouch that would work.
I decided I needed to mail order one and thought I'd look and see if I could find something better.
I have heard that the Ripoffs pouches were good and decided to track them down.
I found one that supported my exact flashlight:
http://www.ripoffs.com/datasheets/co30/co30.html
I ordered it.
My first thoughts:
1) This is a VERY well made pouch. It uses much stronger materials and the lid tapers which makes for a tidy look and easy access.
2) It is a bit bulkier than the Streamlight pouch. Part of this is because it doesn't have a flat bottom, part is the use of heavier materials, and part of it is the clip.
3) The pouch uses a metal clip, so you can put it on without messing with your belt - nice.
4) The clip does not allow for horizontal carry.
5) It sits up higher on your side than the Streamlight pouch because of the clip placement. This, combined with the increased bulk can be less comfortable than the Streamlight pouch at times.
6) Did I say this was built very well?! Well, I guess I did but it is worth repeating.
7) The lid is longer with more velcro making it more secure than the Streamlight.
8) It probably would make a killer duty pouch for the Scorpion. Much better in that respect than the Streamlight pouch.
9) A SF M2 will fit in the pouch but it is a bit snug and it feels even more bulky because all the extra size of the M2 sits up on top of the holster which already sits sort of high.
All and all a very nice pouch. I think it will last a lot longer than the Streamlight one, but it is possible that the Streamlight will be more comfortable for you.
Either way, the Ripoffs will last longer and hold your light very securely.
-john