4 Considerations When Picking The Tactical Light For Your Glock

Aaron Spuler is a firearms enthusiast and recreational shooter. Follow more or his work at The Weapon Blog

If you are a gun enthusiast, you may own one of America’s favorite guns, the Glock. The Glock 19  is one of the most popular handguns ever made and many people across America choose the glock to be their gun of choice. With the glock you can add many different attachments like silencers, red dot sites, and tactical lights. If you are looking to get a new tactical light for your glock there are some things you should take into consideration before making a final purchase. 

Here are four considerations you should consider when picking the right tactical light for your glock.

Brightness 

When you are choosing a tactical light for your glock you will want to consider how bright the light is. If the light is not bright enough, it may not be what you are looking for. Having a glock 19 light that is bright enough for your needs is important if  you are planning on using your glock in dark areas. Many law enforcement agencies apply tactical lights to their glocks and they will always make sure they have bright lights that will illuminate any room quickly. When you are looking for a glock make sure to find one with a good number of lumens. 

Size 

When you are purchasing a tactical light for your glock you will want to make sure you are purchasing one that is a good fit for your glock. You do not want to buy a tactical light that is bulky and will get in the way of your gun. Often times the tactical light is placed underneath the barrel of the gun and it will cause no issue, but you still want to make sure it is not in the way of you and your fingers. 

Easy to use

Another important thing to consider before purchasing a light for your glock is to ensure it reliable and easy to use.  When you are looking for a tactical light make sure you purchase one that easy to turn on and off. You do not want to get a tactical light that is hard to turn on and off because this will ruin your experience if you are a gun enthusiast and it could also be dangerous if you use your glock to help protect you. 

Price 

When it comes to the price of tactical glock lights, they are generally affordable. I would suggest that you find a tactical light that fits your needs and then compare the prices online. Generally speaking, you should be able to find a high quality tactical light online for around $20. The fact that the price is so low is great because it will not be hard on your wallet and you will be able to purchase your tactical light immediately. 

Before you purchase a tactical glock light make sure you remember to consider what your needs are. If you need a very bright light for your glock, make sure you get a tactical light with high lumens. Also, you will want to make sure your tactical light will not affect the use of your gun so make sure the tactical light is small in size. Getting a light that is easy to use will help you turn the light on and off quickly which can increase your experience. Overall, the price for a tactical light is generally not expensive so you should go get a glock light today.