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Wednesday, October 29, 2014
Set of Fatima Hands - 48"H x 43"W - Peel and Stick Wall Decal Reviews
These hands are really cool4 separate hands that can be reused/reapplied and are extremely hip and colorful. Only thing is that there is a Hebrew letter on each hand, which I didn't notice before purchasing. It is the symbol for life and is neat, just that a set of hands of Fatima wouldn't normally have Hebrew on it, if you know anything about the Middle East. For me I think they're cool and I like that the same symbol (the hands) transcends religious and cultural differences, and in fact predates both Islam and Judaism. So although the product name is off and they should probably be called hands of Miriam or something other than hands of Fatima, this is still a pretty cool item.These stick well & are very pretty. Everyone comments on them. The only thing I wasnt crazy about was the Hebrew letter on each one. I have know idea what it means. It would have been nice to see it mentioned & explained in the description. I'm still giving 5 stars because the letters are small & hard to notice.
Sunday, September 28, 2014
Review of Tortoise Shell Urn Table Lamp
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List Price: $194.99
Sale Price: $99.95
Today's Bonus: 49% Off

I purchased this lamp and a coordinating lamp for an office lobby. The lamps are beautiful and we've had several compliments on them.I loved my first lamp I got from the Amazon.com site but love this one even more. It adds a beautiful touch to the new end table I have it on next to the couch. It is one big table lamp and almost has a Victorian look to it. Worth the money paid and gives the room a classy look. You won't be disapointed with this lamp.
List Price: $194.99
Sale Price: $99.95
Today's Bonus: 49% Off
I purchased this lamp and a coordinating lamp for an office lobby. The lamps are beautiful and we've had several compliments on them.I loved my first lamp I got from the Amazon.com site but love this one even more. It adds a beautiful touch to the new end table I have it on next to the couch. It is one big table lamp and almost has a Victorian look to it. Worth the money paid and gives the room a classy look. You won't be disapointed with this lamp.
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Best Moen 2570 1/2" CC (Copper to Copper) Posi-Temp Rough-In Valve Deals
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List Price: $121.15
Sale Price: $90.86
Today's Bonus: 25% Off

We installed this critter in the shower wall and am glad we did. It really does work to keep the water temperature from fluctuating when someone flushes the toilet or starts the washing machine or dishwasher. No complaints at all.
I bought the sweat-on valve (also comes screwed) and had it installed by the plumber who did our rough-in work. Then, after installing the trim kit, I set the temperature limit per the accompanying instructions. No problems and really like the combined system. Great temperature control without fear of too hot.
List Price: $121.15
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We installed this critter in the shower wall and am glad we did. It really does work to keep the water temperature from fluctuating when someone flushes the toilet or starts the washing machine or dishwasher. No complaints at all.
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I didn't know about these temperature control mixing valve systems until we started planning our major bathroom renovation. The new plumbing code requires temperature limit control to avoid accidental burns from full-on hot water. The rough-in valve is used in combination with the separately purchased Posi-temp valve trim kit and this rough-in valve includes stops. Stops allow the hot and/or cold water feeds to be turned off so that the cartridge can be replaced without shutting off the water further upstream or to the entire house. Neat thing is that the stops work as intended since I installed the trim kit and needed to shut off the water to make an installation correction.I bought the sweat-on valve (also comes screwed) and had it installed by the plumber who did our rough-in work. Then, after installing the trim kit, I set the temperature limit per the accompanying instructions. No problems and really like the combined system. Great temperature control without fear of too hot.
Wednesday, July 23, 2014
Trademark Premium 60 Inch 3 Shade Billiard Lamp Black and Silver Review
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List Price: $189.99
Sale Price: $68.39
Today's Bonus: 64% Off

yup, I didin't believe the last guy...been buying from amazon a long time and always receive what is represented online, this pool lite clearly shows lamp shades and listed in description ..durable polyresin black shades .. however ..it's false advertising because this lamp does not ..I REPEAT...DOES NOT COME WITH LAMP SHADES...GOOD THING I BOUGHT IT FROM AMAZON!!!...called customer service and they are sending a replacement right away...great customer service!!!I buy eveything from amazon..
Just save yourself the hassle and spend a little extra to get something quality, or go to a store and buy something similar to this where you will end up with what you purchased.
List Price: $189.99
Sale Price: $68.39
Today's Bonus: 64% Off
yup, I didin't believe the last guy...been buying from amazon a long time and always receive what is represented online, this pool lite clearly shows lamp shades and listed in description ..durable polyresin black shades .. however ..it's false advertising because this lamp does not ..I REPEAT...DOES NOT COME WITH LAMP SHADES...GOOD THING I BOUGHT IT FROM AMAZON!!!...called customer service and they are sending a replacement right away...great customer service!!!I buy eveything from amazon..
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theese lights dont come with lamp shaded. its a horrible run around. amazon doesnt even know that they come with out the shades.Best Deals for Trademark Premium 60 Inch 3 Shade Billiard Lamp Black and Silver
Recieved just the shades, no lamp or anything else. Need to fix this problem right away! Plus the Shades are very cheap, we are very disapointed in this order!Honest reviews on Trademark Premium 60 Inch 3 Shade Billiard Lamp Black and Silver
I saw this had mixed reviews but for the price i had to try it. I noticed some people say they are missing the shades. When i received my package it came in 2 boxes. 1 for the shades and 1 for the light assembly. The quality is great for the price, the shades are not warped or bent and have a thick feel to them. No light excepts from the shades and vents it to the table properly. It came complete with everything listed. chain, wires and so on. Note it does not comes with light bulbs. I used standard bulbs in mine. Now i decided to hard wire this light into my ceiling so i had to cut the plug end off and splice the wires and connect it to and old ceiling fan box. Works perfectly. It has a toggle switch so you can turn it on or off that way or in my case just use the light switch. I opted to use standard hooks to hang this with. It comes with a fancy decorative set that i really would not figure out but hooks work just fine. I will post pictures of this item because i feel this seller needs consumer proof. This is easily a 200$ light but because the split reviews i feel it needs some hard evidence. Thankyou for the great light it accents my room very well! oh and before i forget i notice this light for the price only is offered with black shades. I had a buddy buy the exact same light but wanted green shades, Just use a can of krylon spray paint and it works great. Customize this light how ever you like. I definitely recommend this light and i see no need for anything less than 5 stars! Be sure to look at my pics!Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Trademark Premium 60 Inch 3 Shade Billiard Lamp Black and Silver
This was purchased as a Christmas present and silly me, I did not open the box before giving it. It was discovered upon opening that it did not have the lamp shades, only the metal part. Amazon will not just send shades, so in order to get what was ordered, the whole huge thing would have to be sent back so a replacement could be sent.Just save yourself the hassle and spend a little extra to get something quality, or go to a store and buy something similar to this where you will end up with what you purchased.
Saturday, July 19, 2014
Review of Designers Edge L1768 70-Watt Metal Halide Flood Light/Outdoor
Installed light to use as security for back yard and shed. Light is made very well and install is simple. I would have issued a five star rating , but it has been just over one month and I noticed light will start a loud humming sound and shut off for about 30 min or so and restart.
I have checked all electrical connections and have 120 volt straight to unit .
I believe it may be a internal problem with light .
I do wish they made this light in a higher watt same housing but did not see it offered on Amazon.
I have checked all electrical connections and have 120 volt straight to unit .
I believe it may be a internal problem with light .
I do wish they made this light in a higher watt same housing but did not see it offered on Amazon.
Tuesday, June 10, 2014
Lite Source LS-20855 Giacomo Table Lamp, Polished Steel with Glass Reviews
We purchased two of these lamps and love them both. One has perfect lines going around it (the black on the shade) and the other has choppier lines going around--you can tell they were probably hand applied, which makes each lamp unique. In a dark room, one lamp will light up the entire room enough to read. The only reason I gave this lamp 4 stars, is because the on/off switch is on the cord, which means you have to reach behind the night stand to turn it off. Otherwise, great lamp!
(In the technical details it says bulb not included, but in the product description, it says it is included. Ours DID come with bulbs included.)
(In the technical details it says bulb not included, but in the product description, it says it is included. Ours DID come with bulbs included.)
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I've had this lamp for a few months now. I like it. A lot. It has an art deco feel. Simple, yet not boring or cookie cutter. Each shade appears to be somewhat unique (the process of blowing the glass and applying the intersecting lines is not robotic which results in some small and charming variances from shade to shade).Best Deals for Lite Source LS-20855 Giacomo Table Lamp, Polished Steel with Glass
I was pleasantly surprised that this little light was so bright. I am using it as a night table light and it is working great. I was a bit worried at first that it was not bright enough for reading...IT IS :) It needs a little bit to warm up the CFL bulb.Honest reviews on Lite Source LS-20855 Giacomo Table Lamp, Polished Steel with Glass
Purchased the lamp for a bed side table that was small so wanted something that was just the right size plus be a good light source for bedtime reading. Hit a home run with this lamp. It is the perfect size, puts out the right amount of light for bedside reading and is a very nice looking addition to the table. Love the switch on the cord which makes it more convenient to reach to turn off/on. Was glad I read other reviews before I purchased the lamp since they were correct in saying the light bulb does come with the lamp in spite of what the lamp description says. Am definitely pleased with this purchase.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Lite Source LS-20855 Giacomo Table Lamp, Polished Steel with Glass
I'm currently using it with a iPad controlled Phillips color changing LED bulb & the frosted glass becomes saturated with color. The stainless steel base is made with somewhat thin gauge metal but it has sufficient mass that I don't worry about knocking it over. The glass arrived in perfect condition.Friday, March 28, 2014
Cheap Eglo 88475A Dakar-1 3-Light Nickel-Finish Track Light Fixture
There is very little information packaged with the fixture, including what type of bulbs it takes on the fixture itself there was a sticker stating that it takes up to 60W GC16.5, which is a candelabra-base bulb. The manufacturer's website lists this fixture as taking standard E14 socket bulbs, which is apparently a European standard intermediate sizing and probably explains why this fixture has a difference socket type. Throws plenty of ambient light, is sturdy, attractive and easy to install. I would definitely buy it again.
I would never have ordered it had I noticed the restocking fee because you really can't determine how it will look or fit until you actually have it onsite.
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We bought two of these lights for our kitchen. I really liked the rounded curves and the low profile (it hangs only about 5" from the ceiling). It's modern, but with a softer look because of the curves. Hubby was able to install it pretty easily, despite the lack of instructions. Luckily, hubby was also able to identify the bulbs needed (as others have reported, no bulbs are included, and the instructions don't identify the bulb needed) -it's the skinny base candlelabra incandescent (not halogen or LED). Each socket can take up to 60 watts, which you'll need. We tried 40W, and it wasn't bright enough for task lighting in the kitchen.Best Deals for Eglo 88475A Dakar-1 3-Light Nickel-Finish Track Light Fixture
Recently purchased the 3-light light and I'm very happy with it. It was mounted over my kitchen sink and it supplies plenty of light.Honest reviews on Eglo 88475A Dakar-1 3-Light Nickel-Finish Track Light Fixture
When we got this light, we immediately saw that it would not work in the location we had in mind. We never took it all the way out of the box. When I initiated a return, Amazon referred me to the seller who promptly emailed an offer to keep it or return it for a 30% restocking fee. I didn't notice that in the return policy when I made the purchase. I never tried to install it or even see how it lights up. The size is the reason we couldn't use it.I would never have ordered it had I noticed the restocking fee because you really can't determine how it will look or fit until you actually have it onsite.
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After going over the product and checking to determine the correct bulb -I find that this is just what the Dr. ordered -looks great and will make a great addition to the small room!Tuesday, March 4, 2014
Review of Bar with Martini Neon Sign Sculpture (multi) (14"H x 9"W x 6"D)
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List Price: $94.95
Sale Price: $52.75
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This bar sign was my favorite gift to give this Christmas. It was just the right size and the colors really glow. I ordered it despite the prediction it would not arrive in time for Christmas, but it did arrive in plenty of time.
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This bar sign was my favorite gift to give this Christmas. It was just the right size and the colors really glow. I ordered it despite the prediction it would not arrive in time for Christmas, but it did arrive in plenty of time.
Sunday, February 23, 2014
Discount Streamlight 69210 TLR-1s LED Rail Mounted Flashlight with Strobe
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List Price: $205.03
Sale Price: $110.65
Today's Bonus: 46% Off

This is a REAL GUN review. (I have to say this as too many weapon accessory reviews are for air-soft toys and BB guns)
After a whole bunch of searching around, for everything from the cheaply made plastic $30 lights (that would fly off the gun down range after a few shots) to the $200+ surefire lights... I settled on this as the best weapon light for the money. I have a Beretta M9A1 and this light works and looks like it was made for my Beretta. The fit and finish are amazing, the better light output (of the TLR-1s) is enough to temporarily blind anyone unfortunate enough to get it shined in their eyes. The added strobe is quite disorienting to anyone on the other end of it (red spots in vision that last for about a minute if you look into the light). I love the placement of the two way toggle switch for left or right handed, and one and two handed grip styles. It can be switched into the on position or pushing the opposite direction will keep it on for as long as you hold the switch. Good for those situations where you may or may not need the light on at all times. It is set up in a way that even in a panic situation (a.k.a. loading your pants) you can have the muscle memory to turn it on. Much better than the little rubber push button lights I have tried out.
Using the light in dark/low light situations can even help with aiming as the center of the light spot is right where I would be aiming for. So if the bright spot of the light is covering the center of the target at about 5 to 15 feet, there was a 95% chance I would hit it without using the sights.
The main reason I got this light was the fact that it is all aluminum, it is tried and tested, and the way it clamps onto the gun is better than any "quick release" style rail light I have seen yet. I tightened it on as well as possible because I really don't have a use for "quick release". Though it does come off easy enough in case that is your thing. It came included with two fully charged batteries, and three different rail mount "Keys" so it will fit your particular style without any "Wriggle". My Beretta has a 1913 picatinny rail and it locks onto it beautifully. I cannot attest to the weaver or glock style rails though it fits on my friends composite SigPro 2022 with no problem. Mounted on the Sig 2022 the light sticks out past the muzzle about an inch, so it doesn't look as good as it does on the Beretta M9/92s where it is perfectly flush with the muzzle.
Took it to the range and fired off close to 150 rounds of 124gr +p 9mm rounds with the light on the whole time, and it never so much as flickered. I turned it off and put it away and then checked the light out the next day, and it didn't skip a beat.
*NEW UPDATE* April 2013
Been using this light for nearly 2 years now, always on my gun, THOUSANDS of rounds and still looks and functions beautifully! Still blindingly bright and never fails to function. I have received compliments that the light looks like it was MADE specially for the Beretta 92A1 series of pistols.
If they ever make one with a Green strobing laser under it I will buy it in a split second!
*Will update this if anything happens at the next few visits to the range*
---BOTTOM LINE---
If you have a full sized handgun with an accessory rail then this is the light to get! Especially on the Beretta 92A1, M9A1, and 96A1 pistols.
1. The brightness. 160 lumens from the TLR-1s vs. 135 from the old TLR-1. It's visibly brighter, when shooting onto a white wall from the same distance, though not a huge difference.
2. The strobe feature. You need to double tap the switch within 0.4 second to activate it. It is very effective, very disorienting to look at (even when looking from behind). But the activation is hard to accomplish, especially in the dark, under stress, in a self-defense situation. Another review mentioned the remote switch for this light that could make it easier.
3. The battery door. On the old TLR-1, to change batteries I need to use a coin to pry the door latch off to open (latch is metal, door is plastic, and it's very tight for waterproofing). And since the door and the switch are the only parts made from plastic, a few of those coin prying left dent marks on the door. Now, the door is still plastic, but I can just flip up that flat metal leaf, and the door pops right open. Push the metal piece down and the door snaps shut with the same tightness as before, only much easier to use...
My copy of the TLR-1s went back to the factory for warranty repair after only one range session (about 150 rounds fired, light mounted on a Glock 23, shooting 180gr .40SW and 115gr 9mm from a conversion barrel, both Walmart WWB and Federal FMJ ammo). The strobe quit working after the range shooting. The top of the light forward of the muzzle got burnt by the muzzle flash (top part of that silver ring was completely blackened), and can't be wiped clean using alcohol and Goo Gone. I don't really care for the strobe feature since it's so hard to use, but I worried if some other parts on the circuit board might also be affected by the shock of gun fire. Called Streamlight, they issued a RMA right away, and I got it back in two weeks. Good customer service for a company that stand behind their products. I will probably buy another TLR-1s shortly for my other rail-equipped handguns so I don't have to swap all the time when I swap carry guns. Also to have a backup unit, as the old saying goes, for flashlights, one is none, two is one...
BTW, Streamlight even cleaned the powder burns on the light for me. The silver ring is shiny again...
The details of this product are defined in its description and in many reviews before mine, so no point in beating a dead horse. Let me try to illuminate a couple of basic things that may or may not affect you: opening the battery compartment is pretty easy, now, with the new latch. You just pull/push it all the way until it goes about 180 degrees and the thing pops open all on its own. I suppose this is a new design compared to the many complaints about tight latches from before. First time I've had one of these, so I can't really say. The multiple keys are nice, in case you have multiple weapons with rails that you're trying to attach this thing to and hadn't planned ahead. Really, one should just try to have all of the same rail so these are more easily switched in any case.
Unfortunately for me, I didn't look into this particular thing when I bought this. I bought a 1911 pistol that basically uses an STI frame, which uses some kind of slightly odd size rail. It seems to fit the glock key, but not well, as the glock key seems a bit tall. I had made the assumption, incorrectly, that the rail was a 1913 rail. This was entirely my fault, not Streamlight's, but I would like to see more than the four keys that seem to be available for this thing. A few small adjustments to this glock key should get me straightened out, as it currently will not sit on my pistol for longer than a few shots.
I would have preferred a more solid mounting for the rail, in general, rather than the quick-on/off idea that seems to be behind this type of rail. I'd rather have to pry it off with a couple of tools and be sure its on there than be able to switch it around a lot... and that would be my only real source of discontent with this product.
The strobe works pretty easily, though what actual tactical effect it might have is theoretical to me. I just bought this for the higher lumens of output compared to the standard TLR-1 and figured if it was useful, it would be nice to have, but wouldn't hurt me too much either way since I wouldn't be depending on it. Bought this for my night-stand pistol, and there are a few nice holsters that will fit the 1911 + TLR-1 combo well if you're inclined that way. I bought one just to have one and in case it is ever allowed as a duty weapon. I'd say I'm pretty happy with it, and as soon as I figure out this rail fit thing, I'm sure I'll get rid of that one little dissatisfaction as well. Overall, can't knock the product, just make sure your rail will fit one of the keys.
List Price: $205.03
Sale Price: $110.65
Today's Bonus: 46% Off
This is a REAL GUN review. (I have to say this as too many weapon accessory reviews are for air-soft toys and BB guns)
After a whole bunch of searching around, for everything from the cheaply made plastic $30 lights (that would fly off the gun down range after a few shots) to the $200+ surefire lights... I settled on this as the best weapon light for the money. I have a Beretta M9A1 and this light works and looks like it was made for my Beretta. The fit and finish are amazing, the better light output (of the TLR-1s) is enough to temporarily blind anyone unfortunate enough to get it shined in their eyes. The added strobe is quite disorienting to anyone on the other end of it (red spots in vision that last for about a minute if you look into the light). I love the placement of the two way toggle switch for left or right handed, and one and two handed grip styles. It can be switched into the on position or pushing the opposite direction will keep it on for as long as you hold the switch. Good for those situations where you may or may not need the light on at all times. It is set up in a way that even in a panic situation (a.k.a. loading your pants) you can have the muscle memory to turn it on. Much better than the little rubber push button lights I have tried out.
Using the light in dark/low light situations can even help with aiming as the center of the light spot is right where I would be aiming for. So if the bright spot of the light is covering the center of the target at about 5 to 15 feet, there was a 95% chance I would hit it without using the sights.
The main reason I got this light was the fact that it is all aluminum, it is tried and tested, and the way it clamps onto the gun is better than any "quick release" style rail light I have seen yet. I tightened it on as well as possible because I really don't have a use for "quick release". Though it does come off easy enough in case that is your thing. It came included with two fully charged batteries, and three different rail mount "Keys" so it will fit your particular style without any "Wriggle". My Beretta has a 1913 picatinny rail and it locks onto it beautifully. I cannot attest to the weaver or glock style rails though it fits on my friends composite SigPro 2022 with no problem. Mounted on the Sig 2022 the light sticks out past the muzzle about an inch, so it doesn't look as good as it does on the Beretta M9/92s where it is perfectly flush with the muzzle.
Took it to the range and fired off close to 150 rounds of 124gr +p 9mm rounds with the light on the whole time, and it never so much as flickered. I turned it off and put it away and then checked the light out the next day, and it didn't skip a beat.
*NEW UPDATE* April 2013
Been using this light for nearly 2 years now, always on my gun, THOUSANDS of rounds and still looks and functions beautifully! Still blindingly bright and never fails to function. I have received compliments that the light looks like it was MADE specially for the Beretta 92A1 series of pistols.
If they ever make one with a Green strobing laser under it I will buy it in a split second!
*Will update this if anything happens at the next few visits to the range*
---BOTTOM LINE---
If you have a full sized handgun with an accessory rail then this is the light to get! Especially on the Beretta 92A1, M9A1, and 96A1 pistols.
Click Here For Most Helpful Customer Reviews >>
There are three things the new TLR-1s has improved upon the original TLR-1:1. The brightness. 160 lumens from the TLR-1s vs. 135 from the old TLR-1. It's visibly brighter, when shooting onto a white wall from the same distance, though not a huge difference.
2. The strobe feature. You need to double tap the switch within 0.4 second to activate it. It is very effective, very disorienting to look at (even when looking from behind). But the activation is hard to accomplish, especially in the dark, under stress, in a self-defense situation. Another review mentioned the remote switch for this light that could make it easier.
3. The battery door. On the old TLR-1, to change batteries I need to use a coin to pry the door latch off to open (latch is metal, door is plastic, and it's very tight for waterproofing). And since the door and the switch are the only parts made from plastic, a few of those coin prying left dent marks on the door. Now, the door is still plastic, but I can just flip up that flat metal leaf, and the door pops right open. Push the metal piece down and the door snaps shut with the same tightness as before, only much easier to use...
My copy of the TLR-1s went back to the factory for warranty repair after only one range session (about 150 rounds fired, light mounted on a Glock 23, shooting 180gr .40SW and 115gr 9mm from a conversion barrel, both Walmart WWB and Federal FMJ ammo). The strobe quit working after the range shooting. The top of the light forward of the muzzle got burnt by the muzzle flash (top part of that silver ring was completely blackened), and can't be wiped clean using alcohol and Goo Gone. I don't really care for the strobe feature since it's so hard to use, but I worried if some other parts on the circuit board might also be affected by the shock of gun fire. Called Streamlight, they issued a RMA right away, and I got it back in two weeks. Good customer service for a company that stand behind their products. I will probably buy another TLR-1s shortly for my other rail-equipped handguns so I don't have to swap all the time when I swap carry guns. Also to have a backup unit, as the old saying goes, for flashlights, one is none, two is one...
BTW, Streamlight even cleaned the powder burns on the light for me. The silver ring is shiny again...
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Very bright and the strobe feature is very cool. I found it a little difficult to activate with the battery cover switch, but if you upgrade the door to accept a remote press switch and use that, it's very easy to use the straight light or bip-it to strobe.Honest reviews on Streamlight 69210 TLR-1s LED Rail Mounted Flashlight with Strobe
Bought this light to go onto a new pistol I had acquired with a rail. The multiple keys, lumens of output, and strobe feature were what drew me to the product. Streamlight has a good reputation as a quality manufacturer and I have some experience with some of their hand-held flashlights, so I figured this was pretty much a no-brainer.The details of this product are defined in its description and in many reviews before mine, so no point in beating a dead horse. Let me try to illuminate a couple of basic things that may or may not affect you: opening the battery compartment is pretty easy, now, with the new latch. You just pull/push it all the way until it goes about 180 degrees and the thing pops open all on its own. I suppose this is a new design compared to the many complaints about tight latches from before. First time I've had one of these, so I can't really say. The multiple keys are nice, in case you have multiple weapons with rails that you're trying to attach this thing to and hadn't planned ahead. Really, one should just try to have all of the same rail so these are more easily switched in any case.
Unfortunately for me, I didn't look into this particular thing when I bought this. I bought a 1911 pistol that basically uses an STI frame, which uses some kind of slightly odd size rail. It seems to fit the glock key, but not well, as the glock key seems a bit tall. I had made the assumption, incorrectly, that the rail was a 1913 rail. This was entirely my fault, not Streamlight's, but I would like to see more than the four keys that seem to be available for this thing. A few small adjustments to this glock key should get me straightened out, as it currently will not sit on my pistol for longer than a few shots.
I would have preferred a more solid mounting for the rail, in general, rather than the quick-on/off idea that seems to be behind this type of rail. I'd rather have to pry it off with a couple of tools and be sure its on there than be able to switch it around a lot... and that would be my only real source of discontent with this product.
The strobe works pretty easily, though what actual tactical effect it might have is theoretical to me. I just bought this for the higher lumens of output compared to the standard TLR-1 and figured if it was useful, it would be nice to have, but wouldn't hurt me too much either way since I wouldn't be depending on it. Bought this for my night-stand pistol, and there are a few nice holsters that will fit the 1911 + TLR-1 combo well if you're inclined that way. I bought one just to have one and in case it is ever allowed as a duty weapon. I'd say I'm pretty happy with it, and as soon as I figure out this rail fit thing, I'm sure I'll get rid of that one little dissatisfaction as well. Overall, can't knock the product, just make sure your rail will fit one of the keys.
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I have a Springfield XD 40 Service and I love this light! This light is blinding day or night. Seriously, YOU CAN NOT LOOK AT IT! Just a glimpse and you're seeing spots for minutes after. It is ruggedly built, bright as all, and asthetically pleasing to the eye (when it's turned off that is). It is a little wider than my weapon, but this is not a problem for me since the person breaking in won't see it. It comes with two 3-volt CR123A lithium batteries which are easier to change out than the TLR-1 (the previous model) and are supposed to have a 10-year storage life. They are not cheap to replace, but from the reviews I have read on Amazon you are better off finding them local (like at Radio Shack) and paying a couple bucks extra to guarentee full charge. At 4.18 ounces this light adds a little to the end of the weapon, but is hardly noticable (at least to me). After reading the reviews for this model and it's predecessor (the TLR-1),.. out of 119 reviews NOT ONE WAS BELOW A FOUR STAR RATING. Comparing that to other "cheaper" and "lighter" lights, my decision was easily made. When it comes to the protection of my family, I would rather pay a little extra for something 'once' and know it will be reliable. The strobe feature is nice as well, but may not be practical for most. With a quick "double tap" of the switch YOU CAN LOCK THE STROBE ON, but like any other tool you should practice with it to retain "muscle memory". Really though, unless you are storming a building full of insurgents, I think you should be ok with just the steady beam. If you have medium to large hands (like me), you can toggle the switch with either the thumb from your supporting hand, or the index "trigger finger". The rocker switch makes it easy to use and is much less likely to come on accidentally (like the cheaper lights) and drain your batteries. All in all, I believe the TLR-1s is THE best light for the money. Hope this helps :)
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