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Streamlight TLR-3: The right bright

Streamlight TLR-3 Review

December 20, 2016 by Nate Granzow 12 Comments

I’ve had bad experiences with cheap LED flashlights before. They’re plenty bright out of the box, but seldom last more than a year and almost invariably die right as the house’s power goes out. The last thing I wanted to do was slap a cheap bargain-brand LED light on a gun that I might need to rely on to protect myself and my family. That said, I also didn’t have hundreds of dollars to invest in a Surefireamazon. After doing a little research and taking a gamble, I found the Streamlight TLR-3amazon fit the bill perfectly.

Priced right

What’s possibly the TLR-3’s biggest appeal is its price point: You’re getting a reliable light for just upwards of $70.

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The included key kit for adapting the TLR-3 to a variety of weapons’ tac rails. Photo courtesy of Streamlight.

Easy to install

The TLR-3 features a quick-attach rail clamp that snaps on and tightens with only one hand, and an included key kit for mounting the light to a variety of weapons (right).

Compact

I was pleasantly surprised at how compact and lightweight this light is: Constructed of polymer and aluminum, the TLR-3 weighs only 2.3 ounces, and it measures a miniscule 2.71 inches long.

Bright

Simply put, the TLR-3’s 125 lumens make for one hellishly bright beam. A simple, easy-to-reach paddle on the light’s rear end allows the operator to command bursts of light or continuous-on with just a flick of a finger.

Rugged

With a Borofloat high-temperature glass lens, impact-resistant polymer body, and an anodized-aluminum facecap, this little light can withstand plenty of abuse. Streamlight claims the TLR-3 can function in temperatures ranging from -40°F to +120°F., but I’ve no intention of putting that to the test. I have, however, put the TLR-3 through multiple range sessions without it loosening from its mount or losing functionality. I call that a win.

Opening photo courtesy of Streamlight.

Filed Under: Gear Tagged With: accessory, firearms accessory, gun gear, handgun light, pistol light, streamlight, surefire, tac light, Tac rail, TLR-3, weapons-light

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Nate Granzow A magazine editor and novelist by trade, Nate has spent years collecting and shooting antique, relic, and modern sporting arms, competing in cowboy-action and long-range blackpowder shoots, shooting trap/sporting clays, reloading, and hunting. He's a staunch believer that the second amendment of the U.S. Constitution is the foundation upon which all other rights are predicated, and is a strong proponent of concealed carry. Check out his novels at www.nategranzow.com.

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Comments

  1. Avatar for Nate GranzowBrettDonley says

    October 15, 2013 at 12:23 am

    I have one on my XDM, love it.

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  2. Avatar for Nate GranzowRev2DaLimit says

    October 17, 2013 at 12:43 am

    Nice review– thanks.

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