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    Small, sub $100 Weapon light

    So im shopping for a flashlight for my rifles and im gonna go ahead and ask for a bit of help . This is what im looking for :
    1) Light weight
    2) LED
    3) Under a 100 bucks.
    4) Handheld aka not just weapon mounted
    Battery type is a non issue with me and it goes without saying that it has to be able to withstand the rigors of being weapon mounted . Id also prefer that itd be made in the USA . So no Fenix lights . Ive been cruising the flashlight review websites (yes those exist) and ive found this http://www.inforce-mil.com/6vx.php and it seems to fit the bill . If anyone knows of something similar that would be great . That way i have options .

    Edit: I saw that Rob_s started a similar thread about a month ago that was recently revived . Apologies for starting a similar one.
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    I have a few of these, and have nothing but good things to say about this model. It fits perfectly your list of requirements:

    http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/2TAC1081025-1.html

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    Surefire G2x. Surefire site list them for $95 but look around.
    http://www.surefire.com/G2X-A-BK

    Recently bought 2 at a gunshow for $45 each. Great lite, 200 lumens. If you use a gear sector mount make sure to get the mount for the 6p not the G2 as the G2X is slightly thinner than the G2. Great for handheld too.

    I believe SureFires are designed and assembled in the USA from both domestic and foreign components. They qualify as "American Made" under the Buy American Act. I think some of the LEDS used in them are made else where though because of lack of supply here in the states.
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    Streamlight polytac all the way. I have 3 of them and have not killed one yet. hech one of them survived a fire I was in and our TIC camera said it was over 600° in there and it still works on the same batteries it came with over 6 months ago. It may set you back about $45. I use one on my DD rifle also in a vtac mount. Trust me you will love it.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Just a Jarhead View Post
    Surefire G2x. Surefire site list them for $95 but look around.
    http://www.surefire.com/G2X-A-BK

    Recently bought 2 at a gunshow for $45 each. Great lite, 200 lumens. If you use a gear sector mount make sure to get the mount for the 6p not the G2 as the G2X is slightly thinner than the G2. Great for handheld too.

    I believe SureFires are designed and assembled in the USA from both domestic and foreign components. They qualify as "American Made" under the Buy American Act. I think some of the LEDS used in them are made else where though because of lack of supply here in the states.
    Good advice. The Surefire G series is the best budget weapon light I've used. I have an older one that's currently on its third deployment and still going strong. I've used it on 5.56 and 7.62X39 weapons. The newer G2X is a good light too. I don't think you give up any practical capability with the polymer body and the newer ones have what appears to be a stainless steel liner. You can get one for less than $100. Viking Tactics sells a few combos that come with their mount.

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    +1 on Streamlight PolyTac if it has to be a handheld type light under $100. Mine has been great, I use to carry it in my firefighter pants then I gave it to my wife.

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    I'll "third" the PolyTac. I have two, one of which has been mounted on my rifle since about Jan 2010 and have only changed the battery once...although it doesn't get used THAT much. I got both mine for $33. I don't think there is another light on the market that gives you more for the price. Obviously though, you can get better lights if you spend more. I'll be replacing the PolyTac with the VTAC Mini L4 eventually.

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    I run these Solarforce lights on all my guns. Definitely sub 100 bucks... and much better than the crappy G2.

    Get the upgraded tail cap switch if you buy one though.

    "You people have too much time on your hands." - scottryan

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    Quote Originally Posted by markm View Post
    and much better than the crappy G2.
    What's crappy about the G2/G2X?

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    Quote Originally Posted by mkmckinley View Post
    What's crappy about the G2/G2X?
    I hate the tail cap. I mean... I run a few of them... but just on my toys.

    The tail cap/switches are just so cheap. I have one that will turn on if I lay the gun down and the cap gets sideways pressure on it. And I can't put a G2'd gun in a case, because either the cap or the button can activate the light and kill the batteries.. or worse.
    "You people have too much time on your hands." - scottryan

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