May 20, 2013, 08:53 PM | #1 |
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Surefire X300U Review
I've had the Surefire X300U for a while now but never did a review; so here goes... Pros: -500 lumens with a good balance of throw/spill -Uses two 3V CR2 lithium battery. -Comes with a 1913 and universal mount/insert so it'll fit most modern rail systems to include rifles -It handles recoil well. I've used the light on my G20 with hot ammo as well as on an AK with 0 issues from the recoil -Rocker switch can be used for temporary and constant on modes -Great warranty -Great reputation for durability -4oz weight Cons: -1.5 hours of constant on. The old battery life vs lumens issue is at play here. -It's extremely tight when mounted on some guns. This could be a pro for some but, on my Glocks for example, the light is seemingly stuck on the gun and I've had to tap it with a rubber mallet while pulling down the tabs before to get it off. -Price. No getting around it---it's expensive. It generally runs around $210-240. Summary: It's an excellent all around weapon light. It's versatile, bright, and durable. The big question is whether or not it's worth the money. Only you can answer that ultimately I suppose. Here's a video showing the light in use on several guns, a comparison with some different lights, some night shooting, and a discussion of the pros/cons of the light: Surefire X300U HD Video Review Link
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