Recommend a reliable, durable P60-style drop-in that is NOT a Malkoff. Malkoffs are fine, I own two of them (M61 and M61L) and am very please with them. But, the budget does not allow for Malkoffs in every light.
Reliability and durability are at the top of the requirements list. Must be able to withstand rifle-mounted use, Rogers technique pistol work, and general knock-about use.
Single mode only.
Preferably under $30, $45 at most.
Output of 150-250 lumens + or -.
Must be LED with at least a 2 hour run time at max output.
Must run safely on 2xCR123A primaries. No rechargeables.
Will be used in a 6P host.
Strong preference to US-made products but I accept that at this price, I may have to go with a Chicom unit. Anything nice coming out of Japan or even Korea?
Expected use is primarily at indoor distances, up to 25 yards, but longer throw wouldn't hurt.
I was looking at the TNVC Q5 based on its reliability as reported by folks at AR15.com, but 1) It's MIC, 2) Run time isn't impressive, and 3) It's an older design and I presume there is something better out there.
Reliability and durability are at the top of the requirements list. Must be able to withstand rifle-mounted use, Rogers technique pistol work, and general knock-about use.
Single mode only.
Preferably under $30, $45 at most.
Output of 150-250 lumens + or -.
Must be LED with at least a 2 hour run time at max output.
Must run safely on 2xCR123A primaries. No rechargeables.
Will be used in a 6P host.
Strong preference to US-made products but I accept that at this price, I may have to go with a Chicom unit. Anything nice coming out of Japan or even Korea?
Expected use is primarily at indoor distances, up to 25 yards, but longer throw wouldn't hurt.
I was looking at the TNVC Q5 based on its reliability as reported by folks at AR15.com, but 1) It's MIC, 2) Run time isn't impressive, and 3) It's an older design and I presume there is something better out there.
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