The TLR-6 now comes without a laser if that form factor fit you better. Otherwise, an olight with a quick release would probably be better for you.

 

Thanks. But even without a laser they aren't designed for multiple installs and de-installs. I have the TLR-6 on my 43x, never take it off nor have a need to. It's a funny thing what has prompted me to think about a light for my 48. It's not what I presume anyone else has mentioned or even perceives. The TLR-6, with the added width on the trigger guard actually helps give me more leverage to squeeze my support palm into the grip. It was kind of an accidental discovery where I couldn't understand why I couldn't get the same grip purchase on my 48 as I could my 43x. It's a minor thing- or perhaps not as when I pick up my 43x the NPOA is pretty much right there. Not so much the 48 without a light. The 7-Sub is almost the same price as the TLR-6, so I see no need in another 6... But if I can install and remove the 7 sub quickly at will that is what I want to try so I can use it as a nightstand weapon, but not have to have the light installed when I carry it.

 

The TLR-7sub is a bright and rugged light. I have no experience with the TLR-6. The TLR-7 uses a slotted threaded cross bolt to attach to the frame slot on your G48 MOS. To remove the 7, you’ll need a coin (a nickel works well) to unscrew the bolt until the tension spring allows you to pull it away from the rail slot. The design works well, but is not a QD, push button type system. I always carry my G48 with the TLR-7sub attached, using a Werkz brand holster, so a QD feature isn’t important to me. Another nice feature of the TLR-7sub is that the light has a quick “off” switch if you don’t think you’ll need the light during the day. Turning the lens bezel a half turn de-activates the rear toggle thumb activation switch.

 

The TLR-7sub is a bright and rugged light. I have no experience with the TLR-6. The TLR-7 uses a slotted threaded cross bolt to attach to the frame slot on your G48 MOS. To remove the 7, you’ll need a coin (a nickel works well) to unscrew the bolt until the tension spring allows you to pull it away from the rail slot. The design works well, but is not a QD, push button type system. I always carry my G48 with the TLR-7sub attached, using a Werkz brand holster, so a QD feature isn’t important to me. Another nice feature of the TLR-7sub is that the light has a quick “off” switch if you don’t think you’ll need the light during the day. Turning the lens bezel a half turn de-activates the rear toggle thumb activation switch.

Thanks. A simple clamping screw would be ok. At this time I don't want to carry my 48 with a light, perhaps largely because I don't want to buy another holster. But as a nightstand light on a HD pistol, should be perfect... if not TOO bright for my situation.

 

I'm doing just fine with a TLR-6 with laser on my 43Xs. I really would not want a light that cumbersome when a TLR-6 is at least adequate for my needs. But if I were to go with a TLR-7, I would just buy a dedicated holster and leave the light in place at all times. Also, are you aware that Streamlight also offers the TLR-8 Sub light/laser combo?

 

olight on my sig is QD. The TLR-7 sub on my 43x isn’t QD but the screw can be removed by finger if put on with finger. It’s knurled

 

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olight on my sig is QD. The TLR-7 sub on my 43x isn’t QD but the screw can be removed by finger if put on with finger. It’s knurled

The problem with the slimline MOS versions is that the rail on the Glocks is not a standard width, so the light selections that fit properly are limited.
The fact that the TLR-7 can easily be removed with fingers or even a dime still makes it an easier choice than the TLR-6. I like the compactness of the 6 and the light output is sufficient, but the installation/deinstallation is slow and cumbersome and requires an allen wrench. I also don't need a laser on my 48 because it's got a red dot which can co-witness with the irons. My 43x has used the laser for co-witness with great success in getting things zeroed.

I did order a TLR-7 from Amazon last night. Not cheap, but the TLR-6's have really jumped in price since I bought my first one. I think I paid something like $80 for the 6 with a laser not too long ago and now they're over $110 (so much like government claims of 2.6% inflation). I dislike Bezos and his politics, but it is hard to beat Amazon where I can drive up the street without even having to package them up and create labels and return things and get a near immediate refund when I don't like a purchase. I don't ever order something that doesn't have "free returns".

 

This is what I was suggesting.

Discover the Olight PL-Mini 2 Valkyrie, a compact and powerful tactical light for pistols. Featuring adjustable rail and magnetic charging for convenience.

Discover the Olight PL-Mini 2 Valkyrie, a compact and powerful tactical light for pistols. Featuring adjustable rail and magnetic charging for convenience.

www.olightstore.com

You flip a lever and it’s off or on the rail. No fiddling with anything. And it’s got a rechargeable battery that uses a magnetic charger.
I like mine for what it is.

 

Like stated above the 7 is easy enough to remove/replace using a coin.

I had one on a G48 MOS but I sold it because it encroached too much into the trigger guard for my long fingers. I would have to loosen my grip to place my finger on the trigger.

I probably could have gotten used to it but I didn't bother giving it much time.

 

This is what I was suggesting.

Discover the Olight PL-Mini 2 Valkyrie, a compact and powerful tactical light for pistols. Featuring adjustable rail and magnetic charging for convenience.

Discover the Olight PL-Mini 2 Valkyrie, a compact and powerful tactical light for pistols. Featuring adjustable rail and magnetic charging for convenience.

www.olightstore.com

You flip a lever and it’s off or on the rail. No fiddling with anything. And it’s got a rechargeable battery that uses a magnetic charger.
I like mine for what it is.

^^^
This

The TLR-7 isn't bad but you do have to unscrew it to remove it which either requires a tool or leaving the screw finger tight.

The Olight on the other hand is a true "quick" disconnect as you merely flip a lever and it's off or on, no need to fumble around trying to unscrew the mount with a nickel or your fingernails.

The Olight is also adjustable so it can be slid back and forth to set it where you want and locks in place with the lever, the Sub is not adjustable and the fullsize TLR-7 requires changing the tab to fit different pistols and then hoping one of the tabs puts it where you want it.

The rechargeable battery can be a plus or minus depending on how you look at it. If the battery is dead nothing you can do but recharge it for an hour or two. The TLR-7 you just unscrew the lens and pop in a new battery.

One way around this issue is to just get another PL-Mini and keep it charged up as a spare. Lot easier to just flip the lever and pop on another light in seconds rather than unscrewing the lens and changing batteries...if you're in a hurry.