spot light on a shot gun barrel?

TRAILRIDER · #1 08/04/12, 09:42 AM

I wonder if anyone makes a good long distance light that would attach to my shot gun barrel? Alot of times when I have to go out at night and shoot at coyotes I can't see well enough. I don't want to shoot what I cannot clearly see of course. Anyone know?
BTW, yes I've tried a head lamp, but that wasn't great.

pancho · #2 08/04/12, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by TRAILRIDER

I wonder if anyone makes a good long distance light that would attach to my shot gun barrel? Alot of times when I have to go out at night and shoot at coyotes I can't see well enough. I don't want to shoot what I cannot clearly see of course. Anyone know?
BTW, yes I've tried a head lamp, but that wasn't great.

Some places a light attached to a gun barrel isn't a good thing.

suitcase_sally · #3 08/04/12, 10:23 AM

You might be accused of "shining deer" (poaching).

Badger · #4 08/04/12, 11:20 AM

I have a small 2 AA 180 lumen led flashlight that I attach to the barrel with vet wrap. It works very well - The Game Warden said according to the depradation clauses this is not a problem. If there is no dead deer it's not poaching. Call your local game warden and let him know whats going on - most of them are happy to work with you - especially with livestock predation issues.

Forlane · #5 08/04/12, 11:26 AM

Neebo Sells a 320 Lumen (3 AAA battery) LED flashlight for around $33

bignugly · #6 08/04/12, 03:18 PM

You can find them at Cheaper than Dirt ans Sportsman's Guide.

RJMAcres · #7 08/04/12, 03:30 PM

Try here. Should have exactly what you are looking for.
Look at the XR250's.
Night Hunting - Brand - Elusive Wildlife Tech - AllPredatorCalls.com

ksfarmer · #8 08/04/12, 04:36 PM

spot light on a shot gun barrel? - Homesteading Questions

Works great for dispatching varmits at night. The pressure switch is a handy addition.

nobrabbit · #9 08/04/12, 06:06 PM

Um, you're shooting at coyotes at night that are bothering your livestock, right? Wouldn't want anyone to think you were hunting them at night since that is not legal in KY.

Our sheep stay in smaller lots at night close to their run-in shed. We have a security light that does a good job of illuminating them enough for us to see predators. It's only about $10 a month through the electric co.. We see coyotes often in the cattle fields but they do not pose a threat to the cattle and the fencing is woven wire around the sheep with 2 strands of electric, which so far has kept any predators out.

Around here coyotes pose a much greater threat to pets than livestock.

myheaven · #10 08/04/12, 11:55 PM

My dh has a sure fire. It's What the law inforcment around here use. Super bright and has a mount for fire arms. I like it a lot. Better then out mag lights or matco flashlights.

bja105 · #11 08/05/12, 01:39 PM

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This company's lights are favored by coon and predator hunters. There are hat lights, gun lights, and hand held spotlights. A colored filter on your light might buy you a little time with a coyote. A second person with a handheld may be better for hitting what you are shooting at, but you probably don't always have that option. A fibreoptic bead
on the shotgun is also a big help.
Why is it that anytime someone asks a straightforward question about how to do something, people tell you its illegal, check with the government, ask permission, et cetera? The poster wants a light, not a digest of hunting laws.

Since we're answering questions you didn't ask, this looks like fun. And I have seen Brownells on the banner ads here. Its a good company I have bought from before.
http://www.brownells.com/.aspx/pid=5...ION-RIFLESCOPE
If you buy it, I'll test it for you!

Joe.G · #12 08/05/12, 03:57 PM

I use sure fire lights on my AR's tail switch and pressure switch, this is also what we use on our swat rifles at work, They are pricey but they get the job done. In NY you can hunt coyotes at night.

salmonslayer · #13 08/05/12, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Joe.G

I use sure fire lights on my AR's tail switch and pressure switch, this is also what we use on our swat rifles at work, They are pricey but they get the job done. In NY you can hunt coyotes at night.

I second the Sure Fire with the pressure switch; we were issued them prior to OIF and I have one for my AR and it works well and is just about indestructible.

Usingmyrights · #14 08/05/12, 07:45 PM

I like surefire as well. I used one to finish removing the glass from a broken rear window on a van to prevent it from coming out going down the road. Those things truly take a beating.

sam03 · #15 08/06/12, 02:18 PM

I have a couple UltraFire 501B they work great but to drain a battery fairly quick so make sure to get rechargeable ones if you go that route. I ordered mine on ebay! They are knockoffs of surefire. They are around $15 or you can get kits with gun mount, pressure switch, batteries, charger and flashlight for around $30

TRAILRIDER · #16 08/09/12, 09:14 AM

Okay thanks. Yes, we have a night time coyote problem. I do worry about our outdoor cats, and my neighbor has lost all of his ducks. I put my poultry in at night but a few stragglers will stay out hidden (not hidden from coyotes though!)
My neighbor has killed 6 coyotes, several coons and one fox so far this year. They come into his yard and he can shoot them off the deck of his house.
But anyway, thanks for the info I will check it out.

TRAILRIDER · #17 08/09/12, 09:19 AM

Oh I should mention that I don't like killing any animal, but if a coyote is prowling around my animals I'll try and get him first. Before he gets one of mine.
I usually shoot at more racoons than coyotes, but I still need to see clearly : )

lawguy · #18 08/09/12, 07:23 PM

I would NEVER tell someone to put a light on a firearm for all kinds of reasons. The primary is that you are breaking a golden rule of firearms by doing so.

1. Never point your firearm at something you do not intend to shoot.

Unless you are SURE of what your target is BEFOREHAND, but since you are in the dark and using a flashlight that would be difficult.

Joe.G · #19 08/09/12, 07:37 PM

Putting a light on a firearm has a lot of Pluses and Neg if used improperly, We have lights on our Swat/ESU weapons, and I hope at some point They will be allowed on every patrolman's Weapon. As for hunting it is iffy if I would Recommend them, Depending on how and who is using it.

Usingmyrights · #20 08/09/12, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by lawguy

I would NEVER tell someone to put a light on a firearm for all kinds of reasons. The primary is that you are breaking a golden rule of firearms by doing so.

1. Never point your firearm at something you do not intend to shoot.

Unless you are SURE of what your target is BEFOREHAND, but since you are in the dark and using a flashlight that would be difficult.

Most good lights have a spill beam that will allow you to see the intended target without covering it with the firearm.