Sure Fire G2?

[C4IGrant]

Why would a shock isolated bezel be necessary on a G2L? I didn't think that the led diodes are sensitive to shock.

Has anyone tried one of the Tacstar tape switch endcaps on a G2? I intend to mount a G2L on my N4 and would prefer a tape switch but I'm pretty leary of the Tacstar.

No need to shock isolate.

All tacstar products are junk.


C4

[BushmasterFanBoy]

I'm looking to mount a light on my 13.2" railed carbine, and need something with a tape switch (I keep my VFG pretty far back, using a pad on the light isn't an option with this gun). Since everyone seems to like the G2/G3 lights (and I need something affordable and light on weight-- my gun is off balance enough as it is) I'm thinking about using one of those. Problem is, who makes a good pressure switch for it? I've looked around and all Google turns up is airsoft junk.

ETA: I have just found a Commando Arms Accesories switch, it's more expensive than the TacStar/Airsoft switches ($36), it should work with the G3, and P9 model lights as well, correct? Also, being CAA, is this even up to spec, or am I SOL for using a tape switch with any of Surefire's handheld lights?

I'm thinking about buying a G3 (possibly a 9P) plus a mount for my 13.2" inch railed carbine, running it as far out as it takes for the front of the light to clear the rail, and maybe running a G2 for use with my non-light-railed handguns. Any advice?

[Jaeger]

http://www.actiongear.com/cgi-bin/ta...priorcase=main

I just stumbled across these tailcap/tape switch combos on the BQ website.

One offers strobing and the other offers varialbe levels of light output.

The copy says they are made in South Africa fwiw.

[Jaeger]

http://www.actiongear.com/cgi-bin/ta...priorcase=main

This page has the led light from the same company and standard tailcaps with the strobing or variable output abilities that will fit on the 6P.

[toddackerman]

http://www.actiongear.com/cgi-bin/ta...priorcase=main

This page has the led light from the same company and standard tailcaps with the strobing or variable output abilities that will fit on the 6P.

I think "strobing" is highly over rated. If anyone thinks they are going to dis-orientate an attacker who has initiated the attack with a "strobe", they should re-think their position.

I wonder if the variable output abilities will add complexity to the system, and the operators "Check List". For an indoor situation, I think that a 6V incandescent is a simple and proven option. For outdoors, I would go with a 9V like the SF M96XXX family. I have used both.

[toddackerman]

I'm looking to mount a light on my 13.2" railed carbine, and need something with a tape switch (I keep my VFG pretty far back, using a pad on the light isn't an option with this gun). Since everyone seems to like the G2/G3 lights (and I need something affordable and light on weight-- my gun is off balance enough as it is) I'm thinking about using one of those. Problem is, who makes a good pressure switch for it? I've looked around and all Google turns up is airsoft junk.

ETA: I have just found a Commando Arms Accesories switch, it's more expensive than the TacStar/Airsoft switches ($36), it should work with the G3, and P9 model lights as well, correct? Also, being CAA, is this even up to spec, or am I SOL for using a tape switch with any of Surefire's handheld lights?

I'm thinking about buying a G3 (possibly a 9P) plus a mount for my 13.2" inch railed carbine, running it as far out as it takes for the front of the light to clear the rail, and maybe running a G2 for use with my non-light-railed handguns. Any advice?

If you want a "Hand Held" light that you convert to a "Weapon Light" then you can certainly go to the G2/ G3. If you want a "Real" 6V Weapon light talk to Grant about his Scout Light package. If you rally believe you need a 9V system, consider the M96X family from SF. As far as switches go....stay with the ones that the manufacturer of the light sells. They know their lights better than anyone. There is a LOT of crap out there!

I am assuming that these are for "Real World" situations, so price shouldn't be a factor IMO, just like quality ammo and Mags.

[Jaeger]

I can't imagine putting one of those variable output lights on a weapon. I think it would very impractical. I'm not so sure about the strobing. I was the recipient of some strobe lights when training in Surefire's Lowlight Instructor school. It's pretty damn disorienting.

I'll have a G2L coming after Christmas and I'll probably take my old 6P and upgrade it with a Cree lamp and a Surefire clikie tailcap and call it good. I've used Surefire for years (my 6P is going on 14 years old!) and trust them implicitly.