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    Method of operation with TRL-1

    My bedside gun is a G19 w/ TRL-1.

    I use a both thumbs forward combat grip when shooting. That said, what is the preferred method for activating the weapon light. Do you use your support hand thumb, or your trigger finger? I already know about constant on vs. momentary on.

    Thank in advance.

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    I kick it on with my trigger finger.

    I run mine on my Baby Eagle .40S&W.

    Last edited by kaiservontexas; 09-17-09 at 19:50.
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    I also use a thumbs forward grip and find it very easy to work the momentary function with my support hand thumb.

    My G29 as it is set up for my local rifle league matches (we shoot in the light and the dark)
    Last edited by CC556; 09-17-09 at 19:52.

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    I run mine with my support hand thumb on a G17.

    Has anyone else had any problems with the switch sticking? I've tried cleaning it and fiddling with the screw that holds it on but it will still stick in the on position.

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    I prefer to use my support thumb for momentary bursts. Been running one a couple years now and have not had any problem with the switch sticking.

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    Quote Originally Posted by castillo View Post
    My bedside gun is a G19 w/ TRL-1.

    I use a both thumbs forward combat grip when shooting. That said, what is the preferred method for activating the weapon light. Do you use your support hand thumb, or your trigger finger? I already know about constant on vs. momentary on.

    Thank in advance.
    Support hand thumb operating the rocker. The trigger finger can be used...but remember that your trigger finger has other responsibilities.

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    Another vote fo the supporting hand thumb. I find it much easier than using the trigger finger.

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    You should be using your support side thumb whenever possible.

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    Quote Originally Posted by NCPatrolAR View Post
    You should be using your support side thumb whenever possible.
    Ditto this. The trigger finger is well, for the trigger. I really don't want to tie it up on any other controls. Support hand thumb works great for me.

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    being a lefty, I have a problem activating the TRL-1 rocker switch when mounted on my pistol.

    if I press down on the paddle from the right side of the pistol, it activates the constant on feature. and if I try to use my thumb to press up, it jambs the end of my thumb during recoil and hurts.

    is there any other light that would work better for a lefty???
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