Got back last week from a Writer’s Event with Blackhawk! in Bozeman, Montana. One of the doodads in the goodie bag was their Xiphos NT light. Here is is on Murdoc’s FNP-40:

Blackhawk Xiphos NT on FNP-40

Fits fine and seems to operate well, but it sticks out a bit more on the 4″ barreled FNP-40 than I’d like. It’s a little better on the dummy Glock 17 which was also included in the goodie bag:

Blackhawk Xiphos NT on dummy Glock 17

The light is surprisingly lightweight and, even when sticking way out beyond the muzzle of my FNP-40, it didn’t seem to upset the balance.

It’s a little hard to tell from these side-on shots, but the Xiphos mounts slightly offset to the left (for right-hand models) to accommodate Blackhawk’s SERPA tactical holsters. We also received one of the SERPAs designed to work with the Xiphos, and Murdoc will have pics of that up soon.

Meanwhile, here are the highlights of the Xiphos itself:

Designed for one-hand activation, this weapon-mounted light features a patent-pending Cam-Clamp mount that allows the user to quickly install the light onto nearly any rail weapon mount without using tools. The Cam-Clamp eliminates the need to slide the light down long rails, and it installs in the desired location instantly.

• Duplicate ambidextrous operation of all programmed functions
• Intelligent circuit design eliminates afterglow
• Over two hours of total runtime
• No tools required for installation or battery removal
• Anti-reflective glass lens ensures maximum light output
• Incredibly lightweight and won’t change the feel of your weapon
• Corrosion-resistant black anodized aluminum
• Stainless steel with black oxide-finish metal
• Injection-molded carbon-fiber/polymer body
• High-impact LIFETIME LED resists high G-forces from recoil and drops
• Modes of output: Momentary Switch, Constant On, Strobe, and Low Battery Indicator
• Water resistant up to 10 meters

Specifications:
Max Output 90 Lumens
Diameter 1.1”
Length 3.1”
Weight (with/without batteries) 1.9 oz. / 2.5 oz.
Runtime 120 Minutes
Battery (1) 3-Volt CR123A
Bulb LED
MSRP $199.99