Glad you're giving Bill the recognition he deserves for the initial idea of the technique. I was there at one of the first classes he taught just after he super-glued a rubber O-ring to the body of one of the original Laser Products handheld lights. I was taken with the concept but the light wouldn't fit in a duty-belt light pouch with an O-ring so I got a section of an old bicycle inner tube and wrapped it around the tube of my light. Worked like a champ and fit in the pouch. Never looked back. Bill collaborated with LP/Surefire and the "combat ring" was born. It's still my preferred handheld light technique to this day, even with all the new whiz-bang techniques out there now. Still have the old LP light with the inner tube, although the material is worn and cracked with age and holds a position on a shelf along with all the other handhelds that have come and gone in the interim as a timeline/history lesson.

Wooot!!!! Was so awesome working on this! Really loved the story behind it and being a part of helping tell that story!! I feel like I learned a lot just from the whole process!!

Welcome back Travis please upload more videos I enjoyed every single videos from you 👍

Man that nail brings back memories of having to drill a hole in my nail to relieve pressure lol

Been using D3FT light for a bit now and it stands out over all my other SF handheld lights.

I like the new clip and the ability to clip it on headgear and go hands free. Very cool...

I think a 2.0 version of this product would benefit from the following changes: 1. A light head with surfaces designed to optimize its ability to be used as a glass breaker and a striking weapon. Beefing up the bezel and lens may be rquired. 2. Duel fuel ability with either a CR123A or an 18350, which would obviously give different light performance specs. 3. Some sort of geometry to allow adding rubber gasket finger rings for optional martial arts retention. They're strong enough so you aren't dropping the light while grappling, still break so someone can't control you hand if they grab the light, and compress if you decide to just put your hand over it. 4. This will be controversial, but a light head that allows switching to strobe by rotation the head 180 degrees. These additions, with the strobe function that you switch to by turning the head instead of with the button maybe being optional, would build on its versatility as a general purpose handheld flashlight. Edit: Regarding #3, I just realized I could wrap one gasket around into that space right in front of the body ring, and from there loop in another gasket or something else that breaks semi-easily.

Just got one in the mail today.

I picked up two for use in your courses coming up (primary and backup). One was quickly claimed by my wife for her EDC haha. I find these to be a much better light than my long lost E1B they’re replacing. Better output, better clip, and better switch with the same small footprint and ability to use with a weapon. My buddies have the SF Tactician and this is a better EDC light in my opinion. Nice job.

Amazing how TH can make something as mundane as a flashlight seem like the baddest must have piece of gear!

Your finger nail is having hard day.

This a great light from what I have seen.I still have my original 9Z combat light from Sure Fire that is 20 years old & use it for a number of things not only with my weapon.You can not beat Sure Fire products.

Can you do a complete video on the different pistol-combat light techniques? You mentioned quite a few in the video, a full comparison video between them would be rad.

Mr. Haley its difficult to be an adult and make good financial decisions when you keep coming out with such amazing products. That being said who did the coating and stippling on your glock.

Good to see a new video. I love my HSP products and have helped sell a few slings to those seeking something serious and versatile. That said, I would love to see an increased frequency of video output especially on the tactics, drills, etc. side over product promotion. Products are great and make our job easier, but an individual with the right tactics and mindset could use an M1 carbine with a Mag light duct taped to it to greater effect than a clueless individual with the most tricked out modern AR.

Travis's fingernail looks pretty goth.

Travis your videos are spot on and awesome thank you.

why does everything haley does so disruptive

I just wanna know the sorcery behind that simulator.

We all got to admit, we need and want this combat light.

Best $170 I’ve spent on a light, carry mine everywhere!

Fingers can get a little bit deeper. My kinda talk.

The only other handheld Surefire light designed specifically for use with a pistol is the Tactician that James Yeager helped them design. There are a lot of similarities and differences. The main difference with this one is the size. It is much smaller. Either way, Surefire in my opinion easily makes these best and most durable flashlights.

The Rogers/Surefire technique works well and becomes almost second nature once you train with it enough.

We missed you papi T

Just picked one up from your shop. Love it.

I got the James Yeager SureFire light.....the tactician! I like it. The clip is okay but I'm sure I'll be sending it in when it snaps off lol.

KEWL SHIT LOVE SEEING THE BEHIND THE SENCE OF HOW IT COMES TOGETHER 👍🏽❗️

Mini G2Z Combatlight.

Awesome! I definitely want one.

One of my instructors used the X300 like this. Thought it was a great idea, just hope it's not $260 bucks, Lol.. I'll still buy it...

OH MAN, ..IF I WERE IN THE STATES, I WILL SOO BUY IT..... CHEERS!!!! MAZAL TOV!!!

Got the man behind the monitor designing, that’s what’s up

Definitely need two of those right now

well planned & executed. nice work.

Got to check this out at The Show yesterday. Couldn't verify the beam profile. Not sure what the candela is. Love the design and big fan of Roger's method, however can't justify a 500lm handheld anymore. You're giving too much up and no matter how collimated that light is, you'll lose the battle against a 2 cell. Too many other good options out there. If this was 2 cell, with good collimated hotspot... I'm in.

HALEY STRATEGIC + SUREFIRE, never though of this combination!

Wow that’s some nice cerakote work and engraving there...where can I send my pistol in for some HSP work??? Already have a D3FT light and like it so much I might need another just to keep in the truck

Good design Travis.

Great video, thanks 👍 Now just need a way to get this in Norway 🙂

How is that simulator working where the movie screen actually gets more visible when you shine a flashlight on it? It doesn’t work like that at the movie theater or a tv.

1:55. This guy is so tactical that he smashed his own finger so it would bruise up and match the color of the light. Hard core...

Looks great! Great explanation

I’ll buy one next week.

THIS IS AWESOME BRO 100 UP

Nice work, very innovative.

Very cool, kinda wish it has a low lumen setting as well, as a "task light", 500 lumen is waaay too much.

THAT MUSTACHE !

IMO Olight is where it's at these days. High performing, solid construction and affordable

Nice job

Is my D3ft the only light where the battery life lasts a total of 20 min? Same with my Strategic rifle lights

That target you got in a fight with really beat the shit out your finger. I blame Bruce.

What does the candela look like?

I want the practice shooting thing you have!

Any plans in the future for a two-cell version?

When will we be seeing the light holster for the belt?

I'm considering investing in this as a duty light with RCR123As in the truck. Do you guys have any heat or similar issues that might arise in a patrol application? I am excited about this because it looks like the first light that I would feel comfortable using for duty, EDC and learning the Roger/Surefire technique beyond FBI/Neck(mod)/Body/Harries.

Your finger looks like a zombie finger. Hahahhaha. I'm definitely getting one.

holster for a duty belt that would go with the light? No reason whatsoever for an officer to be carrying around a light bigger than this one.

You had me at “Hey guys”.

Surefire!!!!!!

ooo sold!

Was that an xj?

It’s awesome I have one....until you forget it is in your pocket and clicks on “why does my leg feel hot?” 😂😂🔥🔥

Trav......You need to cut that Eminem beard bra...😂

If you haven’t taken a course from Haley yet you are wrong!

Thirteen sights for M&P pistols?.....

My ledlenser f1 has the same specs at only 1/3 the price.

$170.00???? Holy crap

Will it work with the thyrm switchback?

Shot so fast he damaged his trigger finger

I I see it useful as a light separate from your weapon but why use thing with when your weapon has a weapon light?

Nice light for tactical Pistol but the price, come on just 500 lumen, ja get lights with 2000 lumen for way less money by some quality!!!!

In Israel, a law abiding citizen can only own 1 firearm at a time, & own 50 bullets for their life time.

lol @ Jurassic Park Jeep

made by Surefire? Look at that price! nope!

The only person John Wick is scared of is Travis....

First comment im a winner

$169 with and you can't even mount it to a pistol, and it doesn't come with a mount for a Rifle? Holy shit all because your logo is stamped on it, and you applied a Cerakote? I like your products, but this is a huge hell no! Sorry, can we get you to design a flash hider/muzzle brake? I might pay $169 for something like that, that is state of the art.

What is your opinion of sure fire giving financial donations to democrat politicians?

Throwing down Marketing “words” manipulations!! Sell Sell Sell....... miss the times were a 6P is all you need it

Why shoot with a handheld when you have a weapon mounted light. I train to find my threat with my handheld and then let go of the handheld(release my grip and it falls to the ground) and draw the gun, utilizing the weapon mounted light. I don't see any advantages to fighting with a handheld light in your hands, nor keeping it for the draw. The point of the handheld light is to search and ID threats without muzzling good guys. Once the threat is ID'd the handheld light has served it purpose. Once someone is trying to kill you, I think you're justified in continuing to use your weapon mounted light to locate and shoot.

Not sure how I'd be able to use this with my firearm since Surefire likes to donate money to antigun candidates. On a side note, I didn't receive this in my subscription feed, only my recommendation feed.

"high output" tlr lense "500 lumens" It's one of those things, for sure... 500 lumens was a lot in 2005, this is 2019. Go pick up a Pelican or Streamlight.

I understand this completely and know that a weapon mounted light isn’t always an option for some for whatever reason, but thinking about running my CCW without a WML gives me anxiety lmao