Glock & Picatinny Rail Mounted Light – Buying Guide

Weapons such as Glock are extremely popular self-defense weapons among gun lovers. The reason for its popularity is its accuracy and ease of use. 

Rifles, on the other hand, are also a preferred weapon, but not many tend to lean toward them because of their size. 

Whether you’re planning to buy a Glock or an M4A1 rifle, a flashlight is the first accessory you will need to consider, even if you don’t plan to shoot at night. You never know when you’ll need the gun in low-light situations. 

Using your gun with a mounted light gives you better visibility to identify the threat. It improves your accuracy and maintains speed and ease of use. 

So, which is the best Glock & Picatinny rail-mounted lights? Baldr S is a hot topic among gun users right now. 

Read on to find out if the Baldr S Glock & Picatinny rail-mounted light is right for you.

Overview of Baldr S

Baldr S is one of the market’s most popular Glock & Picatinny rail-mounted lights. This flashlight maintains a perfect balance between white light and laser light. 

This flashlight with a laser can produce a max of 800 lumens which is 33 times more potent than the previous version Baldr Mini. It also comes with a 100-lumens power mode setting for indoor use. 

Depending on the situation, you can change between the white light and green beam or combine both if needed.  

Baldr S has two sliding rail adapters that can be fitted to Glock and Picatinny rails. This sliding rail adapter makes it easy to adjust the position of the light.

This powerful, precise, compact, and adjustable WML is the perfect compact defense light source.

Outstanding Features of Baldr S

If you have been following Olight and its new launch flashlights, you’ll notice that each flashlight is geared toward solving at least one problem that flashlight users are facing. 

Each flashlight by Olight is built unique and different to ensure it meets customers’ needs. 

Let’s look at some of the fantastic features of Baldr S. 

Lumen & Green Laser

Do you know? Any Glock & Picatinny rail-mounted light with 500 lumens and above can be used in tactical situations. Baldr S  is a perfect rail-mounted light as it can produce 800 lumens and has a low power setting mode with 100 lumens. 

Keeping in mind the demand for higher lumen output, Olight added 200 extra lumens compared to the Baldr mini, making it perfect for use in low-light settings. 

The green laser is another excellent light feature in this flashlight. The output of the green beam is <5mW. The class is 3R. With the help of the mode setting switch, you can use only the flashlight, only the laser, or both combined as per the situation’s demand. 

This Glock & Picatinny rail-mounted light also comes with dual ambidextrous switches for smooth momentary-on or constant-on activation that can be easily triggered by either hand. 

Light Output Specification 

Weight and Size 

Baldr S is made to be used with Glock and Rifles. For that reason, the size of this light is small and compact. But, let’s not judge the light by its cover. Small, but still, it has the power to light up a large space. 

The length of this flashlight laser combo is 2.48in/63mm, head diameter is 1.28in/32.5mm, body diameter is 1.42in/36mm, and it weighs only 3.35oz/95g (Including Battery). 

Mounting Option 

FOR A REASON, Baldr S is known as the Glock & Picatinny rail-mounted light. This flashlight used an Olight patented sliding rail mount to make the light custom fit any specific rail length.

Two tightening screws are added to the slide rail mount for precise aiming. It also includes a swing arm for quick installation and release. The rail of Baldr S gives superb compatibility to both Glock and Rifles. 

Battery & Charging 

Baldr S is powered by a built-in 3.7V 380mAh lithium polymer battery. The maximum run time of this Battery is 140 minutes when the light is set to 100 lumens. 

Please note that Baldr S is a magnetic USB rechargeable flashlight. The Battery can be fully charged with a designated USB cable in about 80 minutes. The charging cable easily snaps onto the tail of the flashlight body. No need to manually plug it in.

What Do We Have Inside the Baldr S Box?

Inside the box, you get an aluminum alloy body Baldr S (one Battery Included), one Picatinny (MIL-STD-1913) rail mount adapter, two HM2.5*4.5 socket cap screws, two M3x4 socket set screws, one H1.5 Allen wrench, one oval point set screw, one cone point set screw, one MCC (Magnetic Charging Cable) Special Edition and one User manual. 

On top of that, you get Olight’s 2-Year Warranty. Baldr S is also IPX4 water resistant and can hold falls up to 1 meter. 

Baldr S comes in four colors to compliment your setup, a)Black, B)Desert Tan, c)Gunmetal Grey, and d)Blue. As per your preference and need, you can choose any one of the colors. 

How Can You Use Baldr S?

Baldr S is best made for three scenarios. 

1. Self-Defense – 90% of the time, attackers will attack you in the dark. Baldr S produces a bright light that not only helps identify threats but also can temporarily blind the attacker. Sometimes simply shining lights on the bad guys is enough to make them run away. 
2. Law Enforcement – The white light and green laser combo make this Glock & Picatinny rail-mounted light perfect for police and military personnel. They can use the white light for search rescue, handling tactical situations, and busting any unknown danger creeping into the dark. Green laser light can be used for accurate aiming and spot-on targeting shooting. 
3. Tactical Use – Baldr S is made of aluminum alloy, which makes it perfect for rough tactical situations. The green laser light, the 800-lumen output, and mounting option make Baldr S one of the most popular rail-mounted lights. 

Baldr S – Your Next Weapon Accessory 

Baldr S will not only compliment your setup but will also help you shoot your target accurately. Whether day or night, the laser and light will work for you when you need them. 

Though Glock & Picatinny rail-mounted light can give you a better shooting experience, there are a few things you need to do to get the best out of it – Practice.

Whether a handheld tactical flashlight or weapon-mounted light, it’s essential to practice shooting with the light. 

You can’t just mount the light and walk into the forest for hunting. It would be best to learn how to use the switch, turn on different modes, take advantage of the laser light, attach and detach the flashlight quickly, and use the light with your Glock and Rifles.

With a little practice, you’ll get used to using your flashlight in any situation.