SHOT Show 2024: Modlite

This video features a range test and review of the Surefire X300 Turbo weapon light. The reviewer compares its candela output and beam characteristics against several other popular lights, including the Modlite PL350, Streamlight TLR-1 HL, and Surefire X300 Ultra. The video discusses the features of the X300 Turbo and provides an overall assessment. Affiliate links for purchasing the featured product and other related merchandise are included in the description, along with social media and website links for the content creator.

This video reviews the Modlite PL350, a new pistol-centric weapon light, questioning if it represents the next generation of handgun illumination. The reviewer highlights its "astounding candella count" and "1,350 lumens," suggesting it may break away from traditional CR123A power sources. The description also includes links to related content, including a review of Werkz Holsters, new merchandise, and other "Pew Pew Tactical" videos focused on firearms and concealed carry.

This video provides a review of the Modlite PL350 pistol light, discussing its strengths and weaknesses. The creator, 1911 Syndicate, also promotes their real estate services, merchandise, and various sponsor products like Paragon Weapon Light Cleaner, Sly Tactical slings, Mira Safety gas masks, and US Elite Gear apparel. They explain their business model, which began in real estate and evolved into content creation.

This video provides an initial review of the Modlite PL350 weapon light, highlighting its brightness and rechargeable battery system. The reviewer, identifying as a 'big chimp' and fan of Modlite products, expresses a preference for momentary-on functionality found in Surefire lights, which is absent in the PL350's sweep-down activation. Despite this drawback, the light's ability to swap batteries without removing it from the firearm and its compatibility with Safariland holsters are noted as positive features. The reviewer also briefly discusses the High Point carbine, characterizing it as a fun plinking gun with low recoil.

This review of the Modlite PL350 handgun weapon light highlights its high candela output and interchangeable head options (OKW and PLH). While initially plagued by issues like polymer rail inserts breaking and switch failures, the 2023 production models appear to have addressed these problems with aluminum inserts and improved switch reliability. The light offers superior throw compared to competitors like the Streamlight TLR-1 HL, with performance comparable to the Surefire X300 Turbo, though its unique switch design lacks momentary activation, which is a significant drawback for some users.

Scott Jinsky of Modern Samurai Project reviews the Tier 1 OWB Universal Pro Model holster. This holster is designed to accommodate a wide range of firearms, particularly those equipped with common weapon lights such as the SUREFIRE X300, Modlite PL350, and Streamlight TLR-1. Key features include adjustable retention via grommets and screws, minimal firearm wiggle, and compatibility with the QLS mounting system for quick detach functionality.

This guide, presented by Chief Instructor Ernie Medina and Firearms Trainer Brendon Arbolon of Tap Rack Bang, LLC, details the two main AR-15 configurations for California compliance: Featureless and Fixed Magazine. Featureless builds prioritize standard functionality with legal grip and stock limitations, allowing higher capacity. Fixed Magazine builds allow traditional features but require breaking the action to reload and are limited to 10 rounds. The instructors offer insights into the operational trade-offs of each system.

This guide details a training drill for shooting with both eyes open, as demonstrated by a professional firearms instructor from Tap Rack Bang, LLC. It emphasizes maintaining peripheral vision and faster target acquisition in dynamic self-defense scenarios, contrasting it with static precision shooting. The drill involves using taped shooting glasses to train the brain to focus on the target while keeping both eyes open.

This expert-level guide from Tap Rack Bang, LLC focuses on the critical technique of establishing a proper grip immediately after a pistol reload to enable rapid and accurate follow-up shots. The instructor emphasizes that a poor grip can cause the firearm to settle high, hindering speed, while a correct grip ensures stability and quick target re-acquisition. This technique is vital for defensive handgun use and competitive shooting.

This guide, presented by Chief Instructor Ernie Medina of Tap Rack Bang, LLC, details crucial pre-attack indicators for civilian defenders. It covers recognizing attacker body language, eye contact, hand gestures, and behavioral cues. The instruction emphasizes situational awareness, the importance of disengagement, and discreetly pre-staging hands near a concealed firearm for improved readiness in potential confrontations.