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Holosun P.ID Weaponlight: Identify Your Targets

Positive target identification isn’t just an important part of defensive firearms use, it’s vital. IDing your target doesn’t have to be complex, though; well-made weapon-mounted lights get the job done. The Holosun P.ID (Positive Identification) is a weapon-mounted light designed for handguns in a compact platform to streamline overall size while delivering the best possible performance.

According to the manufacturer, the P.ID is a compact and powerful pistol-mounted white light designed for Positive IDentification of threats in low or no light conditions. (Photo credit: Survival Skillset)

From Holosun regarding the weapon-mounted light:

The P.ID series of weapon lights are compact, and powerful pistol mounted white lights that are designed for Positive IDentification of threats in low or no light conditions. The P.ID attaches to any firearm that uses a MIL-STD 1913 Picatinny rail and includes adapters for universal compatibility.

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The Holosun P.ID is offered in four variants. (Photo credit: Holosun)

The Holosun P.ID line includes four models: The P.I.D., P.ID.-HC, P.ID. Plus, and P.ID. Dual. Lumens and candela vary by model. For example, the standard P.I.D. produces 23,000 candela on high output while the P.ID.-HC delivers 42,000 candela on high. All models have black housings and weigh approximately 5 ounces. The Plus and Dual versions also feature green lasers.

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The light is designed to mount to any MIL-STD 1913 Picatinny rail. Adapters are available for other mounting platforms. (Photo credit: Holosun)

Holosun P.ID Weapon Lights — Four Models

Features of the Holosun P.ID include:

  • Output, high: 1000 lumens
  • Output, low: 500 lumens
  • Candela, high: 23,000
  • Candela, low: 11,000
  • Battery: 1-18350
  • Runtime, high: 30 minutes
  • Runtime, low: 60 minutes
  • IPX Rating: IP68
  • Material: 7075 T6 Aluminum
  • Weight: 5 ounces

Holosun P.ID-Dual features:

  • Output, high: 800 lumens
  • Output, low: 400 lumens
  • Candela, high: 17,000
  • Candela, low: 8,500
  • Battery: 1-18350
  • Runtime, high: 30 minutes
  • Runtime, low: 60 minutes
  • IPX Rating: IP68
  • Material: 7075 T6 Aluminum
  • Weight: 5 ounces
  • Laser output: <5 mW/520nm Green
  • IR illuminator: No
  • IR Laser Output: <0.7mW/830nm

Features of the Holosun P.ID HC include:

  • Output, high: 800 lumens
  • Output, low: 400 lumens
  • Candela, high: 42,000
  • Candela, low: 21,000
  • Battery: 1-18350
  • Runtime, high: 30 minutes
  • Runtime, low: 60 minutes
  • IPX Rating: IP68
  • Material: 7075 T6 Aluminum
  • Weight: 5 ounces

As for the Holosun P.ID Plus, it has a variety of features including a laser:

  • Output, high: 900 lumens
  • Output, low: 450 lumens
  • Candela, high: 20,000
  • Candela, low: 10,000
  • Battery: 1-18350
  • Runtime, high: 30 minutes
  • Runtime, low: 60 minutes
  • IPX Rating: IP68
  • Material: 7075 T6 Aluminum
  • Weight: 5 ounces
  • Laser output: <5 mW
  • Laser wavelength: 520 nM green

Each model offers specific features meant to help the user identify targets or align point of aim with point of impact. Keep in mind that practice and training are a must to get the full potential and varied uses out of any weapon-mounted lights (WML). Of course, they’re also as simple as turning them on to see what’s in front of you. Just take care to adhere to the rules of gun safety when using a WML.

 Adding a WML to your carry gun has never been simpler. Which of the four models do you prefer, and why? Let us know in the comments section.