XC3 Weaponlight

Archive for the ‘Lights’ Category

« Older Entries
Newer Entries »

Gerber Unveils New Products at AUSA ADS

Tuesday, October 26th, 2010

Gerber Legendary Blades is known to unveil new tactical products as the Association of the US Army’s Annual meeting in Washington, DC and this year did not disappoint. This time, they released three completely new products as well as a new color (Tan 499) for the Strap Cutter which makes it OCP compatible.

The first and most impressive of the new products is the Cable Dawg. Designed specifically for communications troops, this tool will find a home with anyone looking for a handy tool for fiber optic and other IT-related work. Featuring wire cutter, CAT5 jacket cutter, RJ45 Crimper Head, Wire strippers, Knife blade, Magnetic driver extension with tool heads. Additionally, the handles are crafted from glass filled nylon to help reduce weight and the side of the handle that houses the driver extension and tool heads can be removed.

Gerber also introduced a new light, the Hands Free Recon (HFR-M) which is kind of a new take on the mini angle head. The on/off switch in on the top with the lights mounted perpendicular to the body. It includes four outputs including a low Night Vision System detection, White, Red, and IR. Additionally, you can choose low, medium, high, or beacon modes. Mounting options include helmet and MOLLE. Finally, the HFR can use AA or CR123 batteries for up to 6 hours of illumination.

We’ll leave that fourth product a mystery for now. After all, we have to leave something for the other guys to write about.

All Gerber products are available for unit or agency purchase from ADS.

Tags:
Posted in Comms, Gadgets, Knives, Lights, Multicam | Comments Off on Gerber Unveils New Products at AUSA ADS

Energizer Compact Vest Light

Thursday, October 7th, 2010

Energizer unveiled their new Compact Vest Light to us over the summer but asked us to keep it under wraps until the official launch at AUSA. It’s given us some time to run it through its paces. It fits right in the palm of your hand. The angle head design is great for a broomhandle-style grip with the thumb resting naturally on the top-mounted button which provides momentary activation or positive on/off.

The clip allows you to rotate the light 360 degrees and is PALS compatible. Additionally, the clip contains magnets to facilitate attaching it to other equipment. Energizer also provides Blue and Red filters with the light which screw into place in front of the lamp and on the bottom of the battery cap for storage. Since the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency upgraded almost all mapping products to be red light readable, it seems that few are using the blue filters these days unless they are relying on them to search for blood trails.

The LED lamp generates in excess of 45 lumens and throws light out to 10 meters. You can expect about 8 hours of run time with lithium and 6 hours with alkaline batteries. In addition to a 2 meter drop test compliance, the Compact Vest Light also passes the IPX7 waterproof protocol (immersion to 3 feet/1 m for 30 minutes).

Check out the Compact Vest Light at AUSA with availability for sale around SHOT Show. Energizer Hard Case Tactical

Tags:
Posted in Lights, MOLLE | Comments Off on Energizer Compact Vest Light

Most Inexpensive SureFires Ever

Thursday, September 23rd, 2010

SureFire has heard you telling that you like their products but discretionary funding is tight and have answered the call. Available starting in January, SureFire launches two new low cost lights; the G2X and 6PX.

“In spite of the tough times, our mission is to keep quality products in the hands of our customers, and keep jobs in the U.S.A.,” said SureFire CEO/Founder Dr. John Matthews. He continued, “This was a big undertaking for SureFire, and I couldn’t be more pleased with our employees who worked so hard to make this happen.”

Expect the same Made in USA SureFire quality and same lifetime guarantee. In order to mitigate costs, SureFire has taken a couple of measures. The main differences from the G2 LED and 6P LED flashlights that the series is based on are the adoption of Mil-Spec Type II anodizing instead of Type III, use of a polymer reflector instead of machined aluminum, and the head will not be removable.

Four new models will be offered. Two flashlights will be available in a single output tactical configuration, and two with a dual output for general use. The G2X features a Nitrolon® polymer body and tailcap with an aluminum bezel while the 6PX’s body components are entirely aluminum. Each model comes in either the ‘Tactical’ models which is a single stage, 200 lumen output, and comes with a momentary activation tailcap switch. Twist for constant on. The ‘Pro’ models feature a low output 15-lumen stage that comes on first, then can be clicked over to the 200 lumen high output stage with a clicky style tailcap switch.

www.surefire.com

Tags:
Posted in Lights | Comments Off on Most Inexpensive SureFires Ever

CTC Defense Laser Sight Selected by Crane

Monday, September 13th, 2010

CTC Defense, a division of Crimson Trace Corporation, has been selected by the Crane Division of Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC Crane) to supply the versatile LGD-645 Laserguard infrared laser sighting system for the Heckler and Koch HK45C handgun carried by members of Naval Special Warfare. This contract represents a significant number of Laserguards to be delivered over the span of 3 years and came after a considerable co-development effort between NSWC Crane and CTC Defense.

The LGD-645 is a rugged, waterproof and compact laser sighting device that attaches to the trigger guard of the HK handgun, offering instinctive activation of the IR laser onto the target

“CTC Defense is honored with the opportunity to take part in the process of conceiving, developing, and bringing to market, a completely new tool for today’s Warfighter”, said Dale Suzuki, Director of CTC Defense. “The CTC Defense team rapidly developed a product that adapts the latest laser sighting technology to solve issues of enhanced readiness, versatility, adaptability and simplicity with a product that, simply put, will save lives,” he added.

“CTC Defense is very pleased to have been selected by NSWC Crane to supply the LGD-645 infrared laser sights,” said Lane Tobiassen, President of Crimson Trace. “This competitive contract win validates our capabilities to rapidly co-develop, design and deliver critical equipment for today’s Warfighter,” he added.

www.crimsontrace.com

Tags:
Posted in Lights, weapons | Comments Off on CTC Defense Laser Sight Selected by Crane

QuiqLite

Wednesday, August 18th, 2010

Designed by Santa Barbara Harbor Patrol veteran officer, Brian Quittner, the QuiqLite pocket light allows hands free illumination. Attached to your pocket or equipment, the QuiqLite puts illumination where you need it. The aluminum bodied Stealth model features dual LEDs and options include White, UV, Red, Green, and Blue lights.

Other features include a 10 minute battery saving Auto-Off timer feature, independent L.E.D. activation, 180° rotating light arm, 120° adjustable blacked-out LED bezel with visor, 360° rotating removable QuiqClip, and Safety Strobe. QuiqLite features a lifetime warranty.

www.quiqlite.com

Tags:
Posted in Lights | Comments Off on QuiqLite

Energizer Year End Kit

Monday, August 9th, 2010

The folks at Energizer have been hard at work putting a special kit together to support year end purchases. The kit includes the Swivel Head Light, AA Helmet Light, Berry Compliant Carrying Pouch, and 6 Energizer AA Batteries as well as the MOLLE, Cap, Helmet, and Picatinny rail Mounts. You can also receive a head strap when you register your lights.

Energizer Year End Kit

You can’t just get this kit anywhere. Energizer has restricted it to those companies that have been actively marketing the Energizer line of Hard Case Tactical lights.

Use these part numbers:
HCT2GHLKL.B1 (Helmet with Blue secondary LED)
HCT2GHLKL.R1 (Helmet with Red secondary LED)

Energizer Hard Case Tactical

Tags:
Posted in Lights | Comments Off on Energizer Year End Kit

SKD Tactical Updated Their Look

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010

SKD Tactical has updated their look and with it, the entire shopping experience for that matter. As you can see, it is not only more user friendly, but the most popular brands are one click away from the front page. SKD Tactical still offers industry-leading shipping times and great service. Click on the image to check it out.

Tags:
Posted in Armor, Camo, Clothing, Knives, LE, Lights, Load Carrying, Multicam, Optics, weapons | Comments Off on SKD Tactical Updated Their Look

SureFire Releases an AA Flashlight

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010

Although they have dabbled with AA batteries for the Saint headlamp, SureFire has never released an AA battery powered flashlight; until now. The new E2L AA Outdoorsman features a dual-output, solid-state LED emitter; tailcap switching; a TIR lens, and a weather-resistant aerospace aluminum body.

Its power-regulated LED features two output levels: 80 lumens of light on high (four times the light of a typical two-D-cell flashlight), or 3 lumens on low. It runs for nine hours on a set of AA lithium batteries at its high setting and 60 hours at its low setting.

www.surefire.com

Tags:
Posted in Lights | Comments Off on SureFire Releases an AA Flashlight

« Older Entries
Newer Entries »