The SureFire XC1-B is a small and light flashlight that can be securely attached to handguns with rails. It uses a single AAA battery to produce 300 lumens of white light. The MaxVision BeamA(R) reflector creates a wide and smooth beam pattern, which is great for identifying objects at close range. The XC1-B has easy-to-use ambidextrous switches for both momentary and constant activation. The body is made of durable aerospace aluminum and is sealed to protect against the elements. It&';s rugged enough for everyday carry and won&';t add too much weight. Surefire has improved its XC1-B weaponlight to provide more output and enhanced switching ergonomics. It is designed specifically for compact railed handguns to provide tactical white light. The high-performance, recoil-proof LED light is shaped by a multi-faceted reflector into a wide and smooth maxvision beam, which is great for identifying threats and situational awareness at closer ranges. The compact body is weatherproof and made of aerospace aluminum with a mil-spec hard anodized finish, while the ambidextrous switching allows for both momentary and constant activation