CCW and mounted light questions

novak1911freak · #1 10-29-10, 13:24

Not sure if this is the right area or not but I am curious how advantageous is it to have a gun mounted light on a CCW gun in general versus having a hand held light in your support hand?

The reason I ask, is that I am contemplating what my CCW set up will be... I have been an avid 1911 shooter for a while and while I still love the 1911 platform, I am moving away from it because of the cost, both for guns and the cost of .45 ammo....

I have been reading alot about the Glock v M&P debate and I have been thinking about 2 different set ups if I run a gun with a light attached, the first is the Glock 19 with a light like an X300 or TLR1...

The other set up would be the M&P9C with a TLR3.... which leads to my original questions about the benefits of running a gun mounted light for CCW...

The third set up would be a Glock 26 without a light attached but I would have my SF E1B on my support side....

I have had exposure to both the Glock 19 and the M&P9C and I like both guns, though I have never shot a Glock 26..... Any feedback would be greatly appreciated... Thanks....

Chameleox · #2 10-29-10, 14:03

1. http://www.m4carbine.net/showthread.php?t=49481

2. http://www.m4carbine.net/archive/index.php/t-35781.html

3. http://www.m4carbine.net/showthread.php?p=583190

Search is your friend. There have been a few threads on this topic.

Nutshell: Pros include easier target and threat identification, consistent grip, faster presentation of gun and light from concealment

Cons include limited holster selection, weight/bulk, and concerns over using the light for anything other than threat identification (possible training issue).

Make yours an informed decision.

novak1911freak · #3 10-29-10, 14:14

Thanks for the threads, the search function has never worked for me... I type something in the field and click search, when nothing comes up after a while, I hit the back button then I try to search again and I get an error telling me that I can only search again after 200 seconds..... Thanks for the input though.....

d90king · #4 10-29-10, 14:49

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Originally Posted by novak1911freak

Thanks for the threads, the search function has never worked for me... I type something in the field and click search, when nothing comes up after a while, I hit the back button then I try to search again and I get an error telling me that I can only search again after 200 seconds..... Thanks for the input though.....

Use Google with m4carbine/ in the field and it will cure your woes...

Go to the range and train with both and I believe that your questions will be answered. Both have pros and cons however for me I don't mind the extra bulk of an X300 in an Atomic Dog holster.

P2000 · #5 10-29-10, 15:51

Just FYI, a TLR-1 or X300 on a G19 sticks out well past the muzzle, adding overall length and bulk.

SW-Shooter · #6 10-29-10, 18:25

I use the Insight WX-150 on the G30SF, I'd rather use this combo than a G30SF + hand held light, it free's up my non firing hand for other things.

Full size G21SF

pdb · #7 10-29-10, 20:30

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Originally Posted by SW-Shooter

I use the Insight WX-150 on the G30SF, I'd rather use this combo than a G30SF + hand held light, it free's up my non firing hand for other things.

Hey, what holster is that and how's it working out?

TAZ · #8 10-29-10, 22:31

The biggest negative to a weapon mounted light used by itself is that in order to ID something you end up covering it with a gun. Serious trigger finger discipline and training/practice on using the light without pointing a loaded gun at an unknown that could be a family member is advised.

The positives however outweigh the negatives. The ability to use a standard grip and the ease of deployment make up for the shortcomings. The added weight up front also helps with muzzle rise.

I carry both a handheld and a WML. Nice to have both for when you only need a light.

They are not difficult to conceal. I carry a G21SF and X300 in the TX heat without any issues. Raven Concealment makes a great holster as do a couple of other makers. if you go that route.

GLOCKMASTER · #9 10-29-10, 22:38

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Originally Posted by Chameleox

1. http://www.m4carbine.net/showthread.php?t=49481

2. http://www.m4carbine.net/archive/index.php/t-35781.html

3. http://www.m4carbine.net/showthread.php?p=583190

Search is your friend. There have been a few threads on this topic.

Nutshell: Pros include easier target and threat identification, consistent grip, faster presentation of gun and light from concealment

Cons include limited holster selection, weight/bulk, and concerns over using the light for anything other than threat identification (possible training issue).

Make yours an informed decision.

This has been covered before.