Here are the 4 best FN 57 lights
As seasoned users with extensive experience using these lights in low light training, and know exactly what to look for in a pistol light, I have rigorously tested these lights for an extended period to provide authoritative recommendations.
Best 4 Lights For FN FIVE SEVEN
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Streamlight TLR 1 HL - Best Overall
The Streamlight TLR 1 is by far the most popular duty grade pistol light for the FN FIVE SEVEN with great illumination capabilities just under $170.
(HL Model) Increased Lumen - 1000 lumens provides much brighter beam to extend the visibility to see further in the dark, and accurately hit targets with this rifle alike caliber 5.7mm bullet
Wide Illumination - Great flood beam pattern to lit up everything near the shooter without having to point the muzzle all over the place
Easy Toggle Switch - Very user friendly rocker switches to use even when wearing thick gloves. No hard press required
Serviceable Lens Bezel - Easy to clean and replace the reflector if damaged
Features:
- 1000 Lumens
- 15000 Candela
- 2 CR123A Batteries
- 4.18 oz
- 3.39 in
- IPX7
Pros
- Very affordable duty light
- Field grade durability
- Replaceable lens bezel
- Very easy to activate the light
- Balanced throw and spill
Cons
- Not much
Surefire X300U - 2nd Best Duty Light
This is the gold standard MIL-SPEC pistol weapon light for most pistols including the Glock, HK USP and others.
Balanced Throw & Spill - Wide illumination like the TLR 1 to illuminate far away and also ID targets in low light.
Slide Always In Battery - Extra light bezel length goes over the muzzle to prevent the slide from getting out of battery during close up contact shoot situations
Mounts Directly To The Rail - Slides on FN 57 rail. (X300U thumb screw model has better retention)
Very Durable - One unit construction battle proven
Highly recommended - SUREFIRE DG SWITCHES for shooters that can't easily reach the toggle switch
Features:
- 1000 Lumens
- 11300 Candela
- 2 CR123A Batteries
- 4.8 oz
- 3.7 in
- IPX7
Pros
- Bright lumen intensity
- Field grade durability
- Balanced throw and spill
Cons
- Activation switches are stiff to press sometimes
Streamlight TLR 7A Flex - Best Compact
The TLR 7A is small and short on the FN FIVE SEVEN frame to minimize the front profile of the gun.
See Further In The Dark! - Extend the range capability of the FN 57 in low light personal defense and range training
Great Illumination - Runs on only 1 CR123A battery (50,000 hours) that can produce up to 500 lumens & 5000 candela
Responsive Ambi Control - Works for lefties & righties just like all other lights
Strobe Mode Included - Constant On, Momentary & Strobe all built into one unit
Very Compact Profile - Faster to reholster and draw on the 57
Features:
- 500 Lumens
- 5000 Candela
- 1 CR123A Batteries
- 2.40 oz
- 2.58 in
- IPX7'
Check out TLR 7A review here
Pros
- Bright lumen intensity
- Strobe mode built in
- Balanced throw and spill for CQB uses
Cons
- Candela performance doesn't match up to a full size light
Olight PL Pro - Best Battery Life
The PL Pro's USB charging capability makes it very cost effective for high volume low light training without having to worry about buying batteries.
High Lumen - Higher illumination output compared to ones we have recommended above
QD Lever Mount - Mount the light on the rail and lock it in place
Positive Control Switch - Activation control switch with positive feedback even when wearing gloves
Saves Money On Batteries - When the battery runs out, Just charge it via a USB cord
Check out Olight PL Pro review here
Pros
- Bright lumen intensity
- Strobe mode built in
- USB Rechargeable battery
Cons
- Strobe mode requires both buttons press