MartyZ 693 Posted November 28, 2022 So, for some time now I have been looking for ways to replace the M2 UTL on my USP 45, and I don't want to use the rail adapter, I just don't like it. I had a new TLR7A that was slated for my new ordered fnx-45 Tactical, But I just ordered a TLR-1 HL on BF sale. Anyway, I have a TLR7A with no home so I figured I'd try to somehow MacGyver it to fit the USP 45. Low and behold, no MacGyvering was needed, just needed to remove the insert and it fit the USP 45 perfectly. take a look at the pics below and let me know if i'm crazy, but I think it works. It doesn't shift when trying to move it by hand, not sure yet if it will move under recoil. If it does, I will have to figure out how to fill the rail section in front of the light. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
H2oVento 64 Posted November 28, 2022 well done sir Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MartyZ 693 Posted November 29, 2022 Well, I wasn't happy with the setup, the TLR-7A is too small for the USP 45, it just doesn't look right, so I tried the TLR-1. After a little bit of file work, it fit's perfectly, is solidly mounted, and looks a lot better. I am considering selling my UTL along with a safariland level 3 holster specifically made for the USP 45 with a UTL if anyone is interested. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sgtdave4321 36 Posted December 3, 2022 Nice! I used to carry a USP 40 Compact and was frustrated with the light options and proprietary rail years ago. That was before the TLR 7 and TLR 1 though. Good set up! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.Stu 1,922 Posted December 3, 2022 If I'm understanding this correctly, you have no lateral tab or block any more. I think you're going to find the light creeps under recoil. Fire a few rounds through it and let us know. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MartyZ 693 Posted December 3, 2022 I plan on giving a report, but It's literally the perfect size, wedged between the trigger guard and the wall in front of the rail. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MartyZ 693 Posted December 19, 2022 I put 70 rounds thru the gun today. The light is rock solid. No movement at all, and no loosening of the screw without thread locker. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.Stu 1,922 Posted December 19, 2022 1 hour ago, MartyZ said: I put 70 rounds thru the gun today. The light is rock solid. No movement at all, and no loosening of the screw without thread locker. Hurrah! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
High Exposure 5,664 Posted January 26, 2023 On 12/3/2022 at 11:35 AM, Mr.Stu said: If I'm understanding this correctly, you have no lateral tab or block any more. I think you're going to find the light creeps under recoil. Fire a few rounds through it and let us know. I don’t think the USP accessory mount has any accommodation for a cross-slot that will accept a lateral tab or block. That’s why they take that specific UTL footprint light. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites