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NEXTORCH Introduces WL15 High Performance Tactical Weapon Light

Tuesday, November 18th, 2025

Seattle, WA – (November 14th, 2025)NEXTORCH North America, the primary U.S. distributor of global manufacturer NEXTORCH Industries, proudly introduces the WL15 Tactical Weapon Light, a rail-mounted tactical light designed in Germany and engineered to meet the demands of law enforcement and military personnel. Delivering up to 1,200 ultra-bright lumens and 44,100 candela, its focused beam can reach a distance up to 459 yards. The WL15 provides crucialforward illumination for rapid and accurate target identification in time-critical situations.

The WL15 is designed for professionals who require durability, speed, and ergonomic control. This state-of-the-art weapon light features a front-loaded battery access system and a quick-detach rail mount, enabling lightning-fast battery swaps without removing it from the firearm. The tool-free system allows for seamless attachment and removal if necessary. Ambidextrous toggle switches provide intuitive momentary-on and constant-on control from either side with brightness memory. With its three interchangeable modular switch caps, users can customize the controls to match their specific grip and operational needs, even with gloves on.

The WL15 comes standard with a choice of five separate rail adapter plates that provide a platform that can fit MIL-STD-1913 picatinny, S&W TSW & Model 99 style, Beretta 90-TWO and Glock rails; allowing this weapon light to remain rock-solid under the most extreme recoil. Constructed from aerospace-grade aluminum, its robust housing can withstand impact and environmental exposures for consistent performance in the harshest conditions.

Whether used for duty, tactical training, or personal defense, where rapid operational requirements are needed, the WL15 is a must have for law enforcement, security professionals, and others who demand professional illumination without compromise.

Key Features:

• Max output: 1,200 lumens

• Max beam Intensity: 44,100 candela

• Beam distance: 459 yards

• Modes: momentary on, constant on

• Water resistance: IPX7 (submersible to 3.2 ft.)

• Dual-cell compatible: accepts 2 x 16340 or 2 x CR123A batteries

• Special Features: ambidextrous switch, quick-attach mount, front-loaded battery access, modular switch design

MSRP: $136.99

Available for Evaluation

Law enforcement, military, and security agencies in the U.S. are invited to participate in the NEXTORCH 30-Day-Free Test & Evaluation Program. To learn more about the T&E program “click here”.

Streamlight Marks 15 Years of Support For Breast Cancer Research Foundation with $20,000 Donation

Sunday, November 16th, 2025

Company continues its long-standing commitment to advancing breast cancer research and awareness

EAGLEVILLE, PA, November 13, 2025 – Streamlight®, Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting, announced its continued support of the Breast Cancer Research Foundation® (BCRF) with a $20,000 donation to help fund critical breast cancer research and prevention initiatives. This marks the company’s 15thconsecutive year partnering with BCRF, with donations generated through sales of specially marked pink flashlight models through its Lights for a Cause program.

As the world’s largest private funder of breast cancer research, BCRF recently announced a record $74.75 million investment for the 2025–2026 year, supporting more than 260 scientists across 16 countries. According to BCRF, every 14 seconds a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer somewhere in the world. In 2025, an estimated 42,170 women and 510 men are expected to die from the disease. Thanks to ongoing research, mortality rates have dropped by 44% since 1989.

Streamlight’s 2025 contribution was generated from sales of its pink products, including the Nano Light® II keychain light and pink Wedge® XT everyday carry light, with $1.00 and $3.00, respectively, donated from each sale.

“For 15 years, we’ve stood alongside the Breast Cancer Research Foundation in their mission to advance lifesaving research,” said Michael F. Dineen, Streamlight President. “This cause resonates deeply within our company. Our pink lights serve as a small but powerful way for Streamlight and our customers to honor survivors, remember those lost, and help drive progress toward a cure.”

Streamlight introduced its first pink lights in 2008 and remains steadfast in its commitment to supporting BCRF’s efforts to prevent and treat breast cancer through innovation and education.

To learn more about Streamlight’s Lights for a Cause, visit www.streamlight.com.

Firebird Electro-Optics Launches LEP-MINI Series of Illunimators

Monday, October 27th, 2025

Firebird Electro-Optics announces the launch of the LEP-MINI Series, a compact family of high-intensity illuminators featuring advanced Laser-Excited Phosphor (LEP) technology. Delivering over 103,000 candela in a compact footprint, the lineup includes four precision-built configurations—EDC, DTY, WM35, and WM65—each designed for specific mission profiles. Built for professional use, the LEP-MINI Series combines extreme beam control, efficiency, and modularity, setting a new standard in white light performance.

Features:

Candela: 103,000 candela.

Runtime: ~45 minutes (18350) – 60 minutes (18650)

Range: 600-1000m depending on weather conditions.

LEP vs LED: LEP (Laser-Excited Phosphor) uses a focused laser to excite a phosphor element, producing a visible white beam with substantially higher candela for a given lumen count. In practice that means greater throw and a sharper hotspot with less spill compared to equivalent-lumen LEDs.

Compatibility: Works with Surefire scout tailcaps, Haley Strategic Precision / Arisaka mounts, and Unity switches.

website: www.firebirdeo.com

NEXTORCH TA30D MAX: Power & Thermal Control for Tactical Operations

Monday, October 6th, 2025

Seattle, WA – (September 30th, 2025) – NEXTORCH North America, the primary U.S. distributor of global manufacturer NEXTORCH Industries, proudly introduces the TA30D MAXTactical Flashlight. Delivering a powerful 4000 lumens of output that can blast a beam 450 meters (492 yards), the TA30D Max combines its compact size with maximum tactical performance. Since its debut, it has become a trusted companion for law enforcement, military personnel, emergency responders, and tactical professionals around the world.

Power Meets Performance

The TA30D MAX is built for professionals who require both tactical responsiveness and long-range illumination.  The TA30D MAX is not only a tactical tool, it’s also a compact searchlight capable of handling wide-area scanning, perimeter defense, and long-range threat detection.

Designed for instinctive use under pressure, the TA30D MAXfeatures NEXTORCH’s patented one-step strobe technology. A quick press of the tail switch instantly activates the disorienting strobe function, while a half-press engages high output for threat identification or search operations. A magnetic rotary mode selector ensures smooth switching between brightness levels even while wearing gloves or in high-stress scenarios.

Most high-output flashlights suffer from heat buildup leading to throttling (reduced brightness), discomfort, or even the risk of burn. The TA30D Max patented Ultra Thermal Buffer (U.T.B.)system changes that dynamic. It delays or prevents thermal throttling while maintaining full performance, not just short bursts. This third-generation temperature control system, uses phase-change materials plus an intelligent chip to maintain peak brightness while keeping the grip under 50°C (120°F).

Rugged, Field-Tested Construction

Built from 6061-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum and fitted with a titanium alloy bezel embedded with nano-ceramic glass breakers, the TA30D MAX is engineered to endure extreme conditions. It is IPX8 waterproof, impact-tested to 2 meters (6.5 ft), and designed for high-stakes use in the field.

Key Features:

• 4000 lumens max output

• 450-meter (492 yards) beam distance

• 50,625 candela

• Ultra Thermal Buffer System

• USB-C rechargeable 21700 battery (included)

• IPX8 waterproof & impact resistance to 3 meters (6.5 ft)

MSRP: $137.99

Available for Evaluation

Law enforcement, military, and security agencies in the U.S. are invited to participate in the NEXTORCH 30-Day-Free Test & Evaluation Program. To learn more about the T&E program “click here”.

The SureFire Turbo Series

Friday, October 3rd, 2025

The SureFire Turbo series pushes the limits in both handheld and weapon-mounted lights to give you the upper hand in any hostile encounter, near or far. Every Turbo model delivers high-candela illumination that reaches out to extreme distances. Our tightly focused Turbo beams are ideal for LE and military use, where piercing through tinted windows or assessing threats from a safe distance can provide a crucial advantage. You can count on them to offer the far-reaching light you need while also retaining a corona of diffused light, so you maintain situational awareness. And they deliver the same proven durability and dependability that’s synonymous with SureFire.

www.surefire.com/turbo

Streamlight Launches Sidewinder Compact III

Thursday, September 25th, 2025

Ultra-Compact, Multi-Fuel Flashlight with 185° Tilting Head, Mounting Options, and a User-Configurable LED Option

EAGLEVILLE, PA, August 26, 2025 – Streamlight® Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting, announced the launch of the Sidewinder Compact® III, an ultra compact, high-performance, multi-fuel flashlight with multiple LED sources. This light is engineered to meet a variety of hands-free task illumination requirements with various color LEDs that are operable at varying outputs and run times. With its 185-degree tilting head, durable build, gear and helmet mounting capabilities, the Sidewinder Compact III delivers powerful performance in a lightweight, highly versatile form.

The new Sidewinder Compact III features a user-configurable model with LED options that allows users to select two of three color LEDs (red, green or blue) in addition to standard white and infrared (IR) outputs. The military model includes white, red, blue and IR LEDs, while the aviation model contains white, green, red and IR LEDs. Each LED operates at multiple brightness levels, and includes a strobe mode. The light uses either one AA alkaline or one 3-volt CR123A lithium battery, offering flexible power options and extended run time in extreme environments.

“We engineered this light with versatility at its core,” said Michael F. Dineen, President of Streamlight. “It offers a powerful combination of compact design, high performance, and rugged reliability. Whether it’s mounted on a helmet, clipped to a vest, or used handheld, the Sidewinder Compact III is ready to perform.”

The light’s white LED provides up to 275 lumens and 3,200 candela on High with a beam distance of 113 meters. Run times range from 70+ hours on Low when using an AA battery, and 100+ hours when a CR123A battery is inserted. The light’s color and IR LEDs also offer long run times and are ideal for preserving night vision, signaling, or task-specific visibility needs.

The Sidewinder Compact III was designed with a compound On-Off mode selector switch that separates the On-Off, dimming, strobe and LED-selection functions. The rotary selector knob features a tactile IR indicator and pull-to-turn locking design that provides easy operation even with gloves, while also preventing accidental mode changes. The light also features an unbreakable polycarbonate lens with scratch-resistant coating.

The Sidewinder Compact III includes a durable belt/gear clip with integrated helmet mount features, which fits existing Sidewinder® helmet mounts adapters. A cord attachment hole on the clip supports up to 25 lbs. pounds of load.

Constructed from high-impact nylon, the Sidewinder Compact III is built to withstand rugged use. It is IPX7 waterproof to 1 meter for 30 minutes and impact-tested to 3 meters.

Measuring 3.1 inches long, the light weighs 3 ounces with a AA battery and 2.7 ounces when using one CR123A lithium battery. The light has an MSRP that ranges from $137.47 to $198.22, depending on the model. The Sidewinder Compact III is available in Coyote and comes with Streamlight’s One-Year Limited Warranty.

Princeton Tec Products Available at REI

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025

PENNSAUKEN, NJ. – September 2, 2025 – Princeton Tec, a renowned provider of American-made quality outdoor and tactical lighting options, is excited to announce its products are back in select REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.) locations across the United States and online at REI.com.

The Snap 450 RW Solo is a standout product available from Princeton Tec. This versatile multi-use headlamp can be worn as a traditional headlamp, used as a handheld flashlight or attached to any metal surface to serve as an area light.

Snap 450 RW Solo Product Specifications
450 Lumens
100 Hour Run Time
IPX4 Water Resistant
2 Brightness Levels

Another leading product is the Vizz 550 RGB, a heavy-duty waterproof headlamp with the versatility of a specialty-colored light. This headlamp is designed to withstand the harshest conditions and is submersible up to one meter.

Vizz 550 RGB Product Specifications
550 Lumens
75 Hour Run Time
White, Red, Blue and Green Light
IPX7 Waterproof

Princeton Tec has been designing and building lighting products for 50 years, with all manufacturing and operations based in New Jersey. The company takes pride in its American roots and long-standing commitment to quality and innovation.

“We are thrilled to have our products back in REI,” said Princeton Tec Marketing Director Kady Kolb. “This partnership is a great way to reach our customers in person for a more hands-on approach.”

Princeton Tec’s 50-year legacy of innovation has been trusted by adventurers and professionals alike for its dependable, durable lighting solutions. Known for its innovative design and rugged construction, Princeton Tec’s gear supports a wide range of outdoor activities.

Princeton Tec Products Now Available at REI
Helix LI
Alloy-X
Unit X
Amp 1L
Byte
Refuel
Remix
Snap Solo
Vizz/Vizz RGB

With this renewed partnership, REI shoppers will once again have online and in-person access to select Princeton Tec lighting products built to perform in the wild and withstand the elements.

Shop Princeton Tec on REI.com. More details about the partnership can be found on the Princeton Tec website.

For more information on Princeton Tec, please visit www.princetontec.com or find Princeton Tec on Instagram and Facebook.

B.E. Meyers & Co. Awarded Miniature Aiming Laser – Ultra High Power (MAL-UHP) Program by USSOCOM

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025

August 30, 2025 (Redmond, WA) – B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc., a Defense Technology Manufacturer specializing in advanced photonic solutions for military, law enforcement, consumer, and aerospace applications worldwide, is honored to be awarded the contract for the Miniature Aiming Laser – Ultra High Power (MAL-UHP) program by US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), with a total value of over $5,000,000.

The MAL-UHP is based off of the B.E. Meyers & Co. DAGIR® Multi-Platform Advanced Laser System. The DAGIR® series of Laser Aiming Modules (LAM) is offered in two variations, DAGIR®-V1 and DAGIR®-V2. USSOCOM recently selected the DAGIR®-V1 for the Squad Aiming Laser – Ultra High Power (SAL-UHP) program in fall 2024. The MAL-UHP implements the DAGIR®-V2, which shares the same features and specifications as the SAL-UHP but with an added button for visible laser override. This allows for immediate use of the visible laser without needing to switch modes.

The DAGIR® Series is a multi-platform advanced laser system that combines a low-profile form factor with cutting-edge VCSEL technology to deliver fully digital control of visible and infrared aiming and illumination functions. Designed for weapon-mounted applications—from carbines to crew-served weapons and remote platforms. It features synchronized digital power and divergence control, ruggedized environmental durability, and a proprietary Wakizashi™ communications port for versatile cable integration via Unity® Tactical remotes. Developed with extensive end-user feedback and engineered for performance, reliability, and rapid adaptation to dynamic environments. The DAGIR® represents a significant evolution in combat laser systems and is proudly made in the USA.

The MAL-UHP as part of the DAGIR® laser series joins a variety of other B.E. Meyers & Co. trusted product lines including the IZLID®, MAWL®, MILR®, KIJI®, GLARE®, DIAL®,and BOARS® series of defense systems products, as well as an established line of optoelectronic components for unmanned aerial vehicles and other integrated sensor systems.

For sales information on MAL-UHP, DAGIR®, and other innovative laser solutions from B.E. Meyers & Co., please visit bemeyers.com or connect with us at info@bemeyers.com