Anyone who carries a pistol for a living knows a weapon light is essential. That means for those of us who continually exercise our right to carry, or keep a defensive firearm in our home, having a light to distinguish a threat from an innocent bystander is paramount.
NEXTORCH is a relatively new name in the US market for supplying tactical lighting and distraction devices. In reality, NEXTORCH is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of portable lighting products, batons, and law enforcement accessories.
To accomplish this, they have 150 patented designs and numerous industry awards, and the trust of professional users worldwide (according to their About Us page). Their latest product is the NEXDOT WL15 Tactical Weapon Light.
SPECS
The following are the basic specs for the WL15.
- Model(s): WL15 Tactical Weapon Light
- Lumens: 1200
- Candela: 44,100
- Beam Distance: 420 Meters
- Modes: Momentary on, Constant on
- Water Resistance: IPX7 (1m submersed)
- Battery: Dual-Cell, 2 x 16340 or 2 x CR123A
- Weight (without batteries): 2.5 ounces (73 grams)
- Price: $136.99
FEATURES
The WL15 delivers brightness (lumens) and power (Candela) comparable to many current market options. For activation, the light offers an ambidextrous push/toggle switch. A single click keeps it constant-on, while a press-and-hold provides momentary illumination, and a double click in constant-on mode switches between high and low outputs.
The dual-cell power setup is a convenient feature that offers the user options. The weapon light comes with five adapter plates: GL for Glock series, 1913 for MIL-STD Picatinny rails, TSW/99 for Smith and Wesson models, 90Two for Beretta 90-series pistols, and P320 for Sig P320s.
Zooming Out
NEXTORCH WL15 Tactical Weapon Light will fit any Streamlight TLR-1/HL-compatible holster, which, again, makes things easier for the user. NEXTORCH even offers a “find a compatible holster” tab on their website. More quality lights are always a good thing. And if you carry or keep a pistol nearby, a light should be a constant companion.
