Inforce Gen 3 WMLx 1,100 Lumen Light (Black)

Sure, it doesn't have the candella or throw of a higher end light, but at 30-40 yards its a very decent light with plenty of spill and a simple user interface, perfect for a left side mount. I'll never understand the people that put these on the top rail or right side, but to each their own. It won't blow your socks off and it has no business as a duty item, but its a solid unit that does well at close range, great for home defense. I would compare it to a Streamlight TLR1-HL except maybe a little more durable, a little less tacticool, a little less usable since (in my opinion) it can only be properly mounted on the left side, but lighter and more simple. They have an IR version too that's great for helmet mounted applications with NV. If you're on a budget I would go this route, but if you can afford better I think you should. I'll never criticize anyone for running one of these though.

I recently mounted the Inforce Weapon Light on my shotgun, and it has been a fantastic addition for home defense and wildlife encounters. The light is incredibly bright and provides a wide field of illumination, which is exactly what I need in low-light situations. Mounting it was quick and secure, and it feels solid and reliable.The design is compact, so it doesn’t add unnecessary bulk to my shotgun, yet it packs plenty of power. Whether I’m checking out a noise at home or needing some extra visibility outdoors, this light does the job perfectly. If you’re looking for a durable, high-quality weapon light that enhances both home defense and outdoor safety, the Inforce Weapon Light is an excellent choice. It offers great performance and peace of mind—highly recommended!

lightweight, realistically bright enough for any home usage requirements, fast and durable picatinny attachement mechanism, excellent switch placement and reliable activation.Really the ideal form factor for small format system with limited handguard space. I like how the button slopes down and lies low above the top of the picatinny rail which allows you to easily just slide your thumb up to activate light without having to modify grip.dont believe the negative reviews from flashlight nerds on reddit. it is considered reliable enough for many professional agencies around the world.

In my opinion, the Gen3 is noticeably better than the Gen2. It appears brighter, has more throw, and a brighter center hot spot, but still offers good spill. I have used the WML and WMLx lights for years. It is important to know the pros, cons, and limitations of your equipment. Afterall, these are tools. The WML series has a use case where it excels. If you attempt to push it beyond its intended use then you may be disappointed. In my opinion, the ideal use case for this series of lights is indoors or areas where your distance is limited to less than 50 yards. The WML series are lightweight, not complicated, and easy to mount. They require no additional pads, mounts, cables, tools, etc... They are a "one and done" solution. Just buy it and attach it. That's it. Very simple. I mount mine on the top pic rail at 12'oclock. With this mounting position the light can be activated with my thumb, both right and left handed. These WML lights are not comparable to the newer Modlites, Surefire Scout, etc... Those lights may be considered too bright indoors or in smaller confined spaces, while the WML lights might seem anemic when used outdoors at greater distances. This is why I used the WML lights on my home defense rifles. I use Modlite and Surefire on any rifle that is intended to be used outdoors or in a multi-role capacity. The new Gen3 WMLx can be used to approx 50-60 yards outdoors but that is about the useful limit for solid PID. Indoors, however, the WML lights are fantastic. As of this post, May 2024, the WML lights only accept CR123 batteries and cannot use the 18350 or 18650 batteries. If you are looking for a solid, lightweight, and simple light for a home defense rifle then the WMLx semms to be a great choice.

The build quality is good enough for me and the design puts a momentary switch precisely where I want it at my left thumb. I thought the mount was questionable at first but it has turned out to be durable enough and pretty easy to remove and reattach. The light is plenty bright. I am typically hard on equipment so was hesitant after reading some negative reviews about not being fit for duty. My duty is going to the range six times a year and hunting year round. I have not found any weaknesses in this product I do recommend.

Unlike Streamlight and SureFire lights, this light uses a spring-loaded pin to maintain the connection between the batteries and light. The small diameter and higher spring pressure of the pin tends to deform the batteries, which creates a gap, preventing the light from functioning. Neither Amazon nor Inforce offered a refund for a defective product. Just buy something else.

Great light at a fair price. You can get better for a lot more money. Fit and appearance are great.

I like the simplicity of controls, and the lack of confusing and overly complex options. Not too bright; just right. Fair price.