I keep seeing really cheap shotgun mounts for a flashlight on ebay and other u.s site. I have seen a ncstar one too. Does an one sell them on cng? I am just looking for a cheap cheap one (under 10 bucks) so i can slap a equally cheap crappy tire flashlight on two of my shotguns.
Who sells a cheap flashlight mount for shotgun?
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For a cheap mount you can use a set of scope rings, but don't expect that cheap flashlight to last, after breaking 3 flshlights on my shotgun I got a Fenix TA30 and haven't had any problems since, the Fenix TK11 is also good, if you're gona go with this one also get the rechargeable 18650 batteries.
I agree, same applies for a mount: A cheap mount is more likely to move than a good one. There is a good product made by Nordic Components, which is a barrel/magazine clamp with a short, removable rail. I don't have one, but there is someone on the site that uses that particular clamp with a QD flashlight mount. The clamp itself is about $50 US, but the only place I know that stocks it is Tactical Shotgunner, down in the states. Mesa Tactical also makes a similar barrel/magazine clamp that'll let you put either a QD sling mount or rail on either side, although I believe the clamp and single rail cost a bit more than the Nordic Components one.
I know I suggested Marstar earlier, but I'm going to make an amendment: If you can, I recommend you pony up the little bit of extra cash now and buy a decent barrel clamp. A plain-jane clamp will likely cost you in the range of about $30 after taxes and shipping, and you might have a hard time selling it later. A good one should be an easy sell, and it's less likely to move or loosen under recoil.
Having said all that, and slightly off topic: Does anyone run a Mini Maglite on their shotgun? I'm considering getting one instead of a "true" weapon light system. I think Maglite makes a pretty solid flashlight, and the ability to use a standard AA battery, as well as their new line of LED flashlights, seems to make it a viable alternative. Not to mention that you can get remote pressure-switch tail-caps for them (I think Marstar sells them).
Mesa Tactical makes a nice barrel magazine clamp with a rail, if you are going with a 1" flashlight I would recomend a FAB defence 1" light from zahal.org, its well made and it goes on and off with the push of a button, and the shipping is free.
www.tacord.com has Mesa Tactical parts.
www.tacord.com has Mesa Tactical parts.
When I was moose hunting this year, and it was dark and scary poopin in the woods at night, I had my cut down single shot with a led light hockey taped under the fore end. Didn't wiggle, turned on and off easily, and lit up where I wanted to see just fine. I think the roll of tape cost $4.29 at Canadian tire.
Moparlover
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just received a mesa tactical barrel/mag tube mount from wolverine, who had them in stock
sendmorebrains
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This tactical light project was done relatively cheep.
The light is a Fenix @ 210 lumens ($70) is a decent entry level light.
Its a bit cheep hence the entry level. But for the cost its OK.
I matched it up to an affordable cheep shotgun - IMO the combination works, note my thumb has easy access to the power button.
Things I dont like aBOUT MY SET UP:
The button on the Fenix has already ripped and the use on this shotty is mininal at best. Hence the Fenix is a budget flash vs. a Surefire E2d Defender(200 lumens) -$165.00 which I use on a daily bases.(Everyday Carry)
The E2d has a hi-low button and has lower profile wheras the Fenis does not.
Anyhow heres how it sits on the 12.5 shotty.
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The light is a Fenix @ 210 lumens ($70) is a decent entry level light.
Its a bit cheep hence the entry level. But for the cost its OK.
I matched it up to an affordable cheep shotgun - IMO the combination works, note my thumb has easy access to the power button.
Things I dont like aBOUT MY SET UP:
The button on the Fenix has already ripped and the use on this shotty is mininal at best. Hence the Fenix is a budget flash vs. a Surefire E2d Defender(200 lumens) -$165.00 which I use on a daily bases.(Everyday Carry)
The E2d has a hi-low button and has lower profile wheras the Fenis does not.
Anyhow heres how it sits on the 12.5 shotty.
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