*Correction : The Surefire light was the XR1, not the XC1* You can find links to everything here : kitbadger.com/streamlight-tlr-7/ Get questions answered here : www.patreon.com/KitBadger
@@DC-bk6epYou can buy an RM1 right now and strip its head to put on a TLR7, but that’s going to cost you nearly $150. Alternatively, the accessory head is available for preorder for around $40 from a bunch of sites, including Battery Junction and OpticsPlanet, but no telling how long it’ll be before they actually ship.
I love my TLR 7a as a concealed carry light. I just saw something the other day about Streamlight going to start selling a TLR HPL face cap/head that will greatly improve the candella. It makes it a little longer, but I can easily modify my holster to fit it so I'm excited.
Surprised you didn't mention the double-tap strobe when you were running down the features. I've had a TLR7 on my VP9 for over 5 years, and it's run flawlessly.
I love my TLR7 and have had zero issues with it after 3 years of daily carry. I wish they would put the TLR7 controls on the TLR1 as they seem way more intuitive. I know they have the TLR9 but there aren't that many holster options for that version.
Once I found the Holosun PID. Double the lumens and nearly 5x the candela of the non-HPL tlr7. It also has a low mode which I do not use. The sure fire xc1c is even less bright. It’s not as bright as a full sized handgun light, but a better fit on a glock 19 and lights up all the way to the tree line in my yard
Agreed that the TLR7 is underwhelming, especially compared to modern full-size offerings like the X300 Turbo, Modlite PL350, etc. But, for a light that size, there’s really no reason not to carry one. My only criticism of this review is that the comparison of this against other lights was done in perfect conditions for the light, meaning a pitch black range. Try using a TLR7 in an environment with mixed lighting, and its shortcomings become glaringly obvious. I have a G48/TLR7sub and G19/TLR7A for when I want something a little more comfortable for concealed carry, but most of the time I feel a lot better equipped with a Modlite or X300T on my carry G17. No, it’s not nearly as comfortable to carry, but the capability of that setup is wildly greater than that of a tiny light like the TLR7. I do have one of the TLR7 HPL heads on preorder and I’m psyched about having something the size of the TLR7 with peak output of 11,000 candela, which is X300 Ultra territory in a much smaller package.
Thanks for the review! I'm sold on the TLR7, but I need more info on the Carey Concealment Holster. What model is it? I can't seem to find it on their website. Provide a link if you have time. Thanks again!
I can only imagine how many rads your hip is taking from that IWB holster! X-D Seriously though… been poking around for WMLs for smaller pistols. This review helps a lot. Thanks!
I used to carry a G19 with a X300 in an appendix holster for a couple of years. Great light, but after there are days that it was kinda uncomfortable to carry just due to how far out the light extended. I'm finally getting around to getting a TLR7 compatible holster for it to switch back to my 19 after carrying a 365x/chopped macro for a year.
Is the Surefire comparison not an XR1? The XC1 had been out for quite some time, and the TLR7 was the death of it due to better pricing and performance. The XR1 is new, and is rated at 800 lumens.
I got the tlr1hl and its great for under 50yrds. Further and while yea i can see figures and some detail. The fine of it is hard to see. Definitely for a closer engagement
Two different classes/categories of light. Both are good at what they do, (i.e. concealment light vs. duty light). Recommend Sage Dynamics' and Lowlight Defense's (aka Werks Holsters) videos if you're trying to decide between them.
I have medium small hands, and I simply can't activate any pistol light on the market, including the TLR7, without having to shift my whole grip forward :(
@@timjohnson8390 I'm not willing to compromise on the shoot-ability of my carry gun that much just to be able to reach a lower performing light easier.
Try the arc wil switches. They have extended switches which helps me. Idk if they have any for streamlight but I have them for my surefire. They work great.
*Correction : The Surefire light was the XR1, not the XC1*
You can find links to everything here : kitbadger.com/streamlight-tlr-7/
Get questions answered here : www.patreon.com/KitBadger
Patiently waiting for the Streamlight HPL head to see how much it enhances the TLR 7
When is that supposed to happen? I have to use the TLR7a for duty and the candela just isn’t enough.
@@DC-bk6epYou can buy an RM1 right now and strip its head to put on a TLR7, but that’s going to cost you nearly $150. Alternatively, the accessory head is available for preorder for around $40 from a bunch of sites, including Battery Junction and OpticsPlanet, but no telling how long it’ll be before they actually ship.
Tlr7 HLX- I got mine today and it's similarly good compared to a TLR1 HL. It's pretty damn good for a smaller light.
Ben a user of Streamlight WMLs for many years and been very pleased. Customer service is excelent for sure from my experience.
Heard the TLR 9/RM 1/RM 2 head would fit to give more candela
TLR7-A is my go to for a carry light and the X300 for a OWB fun/range setup.
I love my TLR 7a as a concealed carry light. I just saw something the other day about Streamlight going to start selling a TLR HPL face cap/head that will greatly improve the candella. It makes it a little longer, but I can easily modify my holster to fit it so I'm excited.
Where did you see that at?
@ja0298 Check out lowlightdefense. "Streamlight HPL face-cap: twice the candella for tlr lights".
@@ja0298 Check out lowlightdefense "Streamlight HPL face-cap: twice the candella for TLR lights".
@ja0298 Check out lowlightdefense "Streamlight HPL face-cap: twice the candella for TLR lights".
@ja0298 Check out lowlightdefense "Streamlight HPL face-cap: twice the candella for TLR lights".
Running the TLR-7 on both my fullsize PDP & VP9!
Surprised you didn't mention the double-tap strobe when you were running down the features. I've had a TLR7 on my VP9 for over 5 years, and it's run flawlessly.
I love my TLR7 and have had zero issues with it after 3 years of daily carry. I wish they would put the TLR7 controls on the TLR1 as they seem way more intuitive.
I know they have the TLR9 but there aren't that many holster options for that version.
Once I found the Holosun PID. Double the lumens and nearly 5x the candela of the non-HPL tlr7. It also has a low mode which I do not use. The sure fire xc1c is even less bright. It’s not as bright as a full sized handgun light, but a better fit on a glock 19 and lights up all the way to the tree line in my yard
Like your content and music. I been thinking this would be a great Sig 365 light. Thanks for the review
Agreed that the TLR7 is underwhelming, especially compared to modern full-size offerings like the X300 Turbo, Modlite PL350, etc. But, for a light that size, there’s really no reason not to carry one. My only criticism of this review is that the comparison of this against other lights was done in perfect conditions for the light, meaning a pitch black range. Try using a TLR7 in an environment with mixed lighting, and its shortcomings become glaringly obvious. I have a G48/TLR7sub and G19/TLR7A for when I want something a little more comfortable for concealed carry, but most of the time I feel a lot better equipped with a Modlite or X300T on my carry G17. No, it’s not nearly as comfortable to carry, but the capability of that setup is wildly greater than that of a tiny light like the TLR7. I do have one of the TLR7 HPL heads on preorder and I’m psyched about having something the size of the TLR7 with peak output of 11,000 candela, which is X300 Ultra territory in a much smaller package.
Tlr7 HLX- I got mine today and it's similarly good compared to a TLR1 HL. It's pretty damn good for a smaller light, definitely better than the x300u.
@@freneticfanatic Mine just arrived yesterday and I'm looking forward to getting to the range with it. Definitely an upgrade!
Thanks for the review! I'm sold on the TLR7, but I need more info on the Carey Concealment Holster. What model is it? I can't seem to find it on their website. Provide a link if you have time. Thanks again!
Did you by chance try the link, pinned at the top that says, "Find links to everything here..." ?
Asking for a friend. :)
lol thanks
I can only imagine how many rads your hip is taking from that IWB holster! X-D Seriously though… been poking around for WMLs for smaller pistols. This review helps a lot. Thanks!
I used to carry a G19 with a X300 in an appendix holster for a couple of years. Great light, but after there are days that it was kinda uncomfortable to carry just due to how far out the light extended. I'm finally getting around to getting a TLR7 compatible holster for it to switch back to my 19 after carrying a 365x/chopped macro for a year.
Is the Surefire comparison not an XR1? The XC1 had been out for quite some time, and the TLR7 was the death of it due to better pricing and performance. The XR1 is new, and is rated at 800 lumens.
Just put one on my Canik MC9, however I did have to modify the key!
I have a TLR-7 on my Glock 19 for concealed carry and a TLR-1HL for my FNX, Glock 34 and Five-SeveN.
Love the damn things
I got the tlr1hl and its great for under 50yrds. Further and while yea i can see figures and some detail. The fine of it is hard to see. Definitely for a closer engagement
Theres a new tlr 7flex that uses rechargeable batteries!
I have the HL on my all of my pistols 👍
For a similar size and price, I've been really happy with the SIG Foxtrot 2R. Way better output than the TLR-7 family.
Streamlight TLR7 vs Surefire X300?
Any experiences between the difference other than price/brand?
Two different classes/categories of light. Both are good at what they do, (i.e. concealment light vs. duty light). Recommend Sage Dynamics' and Lowlight Defense's (aka Werks Holsters) videos if you're trying to decide between them.
I have medium small hands, and I simply can't activate any pistol light on the market, including the TLR7, without having to shift my whole grip forward :(
Buy an lcp with a light
@@timjohnson8390 I'm not willing to compromise on the shoot-ability of my carry gun that much just to be able to reach a lower performing light easier.
@@musicman1eanda I was joking. I think flashlights on edc guns is uncomfortable and overrated
Try the arc wil switches. They have extended switches which helps me. Idk if they have any for streamlight but I have them for my surefire. They work great.
Emissary Development makes switch replacements that may fix that problem for you.
Ready for an upgraded 7
Ivan your review is years late. Why?
Because I'm on my timeline, not anyone else's.
I actually appreciate this. Gives a little context on the serviceability of a TLR7 in 2024.