The INFORCE Wild 1 Earns NTOA Member Tested and Recommended Recognition

The INFORCE Wild 1 pistol-mounted weapon light has earned the National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA) Member Tested and Recommended designation for 2026, reviewed by a panel of six active law enforcement officers and tactical professionals. Evaluated across a range of duty and off-duty applications, the Wild 1 drew consistent praise for its slim profile, intuitive controls, durable construction, and practical versatility for both concealed carry and patrol use.

A Profile That Disappears on the Gun

Several testers commented immediately on how well the Wild 1 integrates with the pistol it's mounted to. One officer who carries concealed both on and off duty noted that the light adds no appreciable bulk or cumbersome weight to a hip carry setup, fitting naturally within a slim profile holster without disrupting the carry experience. Another tester described the light as comparable in width to the gun itself, making it a genuinely unobtrusive addition to compact and full-size pistols alike. Installation across the board was fast — one tester had it mounted in under two minutes with everything needed included in the box, and another completed the process in under five.

Paddle Switches That Work With Your Grip

The Wild 1's ambidextrous paddle switch design was the most consistently praised feature across the entire evaluation panel. One officer described the activation lever as smooth and fluid, requiring only light index finger pressure from the support hand and producing none of the audible click that other lights use for mode changes. That smoothness, she noted, makes it easier to stay on target during activation. A tester from Iowa confirmed that he was able to operate the controls throughout evaluation without significantly altering his firing grip, and found the interface intuitive after only a brief familiarization period. A tester from Florida echoed that assessment, specifically calling out how easy the paddle was to manipulate without changing his grip during live fire drills.

One tester from Ohio who ran the Wild 1 on both an Echelon 4.0c and a Glock 45 Gen5 noted that the press switches were easy to use and get accustomed to, and praised the constant on/off click as more intuitive than the press-and-hold momentary mode used on many competing lights.

Proven Durability Across Testing

Testers put the Wild 1 through a meaningful range of abuse and it performed without issue throughout. One tester subjected the light to drops, impacts against various surfaces, and chest-height falls onto concrete without observing any flickering or loss of function. He also noted that the front-load screw-on design fits very tight and showed no signs of loosening throughout testing. A tester from Maryland confirmed that the light held up well to recoil, drops, and wet conditions while remaining securely mounted to the rail across the full evaluation period. The tester from Florida ran the Wild 1 for over three continuous hours and reported that the light never overheated — a specific point of comparison against other issued lights he had used that did.

Beam Output and Field Performance

The Wild 1 produced a bright white beam that testers found well-suited to the distances and environments relevant to law enforcement work. One tester described the beam pattern as providing a defined hotspot for target identification with sufficient peripheral illumination to maintain situational awareness in low-light environments, confirming effective performance across both indoor and outdoor testing. Another tester ran the light extensively on graveyard shift patrol and found the output fully capable for the work.

Battery Access Without Removing the Light

Multiple testers highlighted the Wild 1's front-load battery design as a practical advantage. The battery compartment is accessed by unscrewing the head of the light, which does not require the light to be removed from the firearm. One tester specifically noted that this design avoids the hinged door breakage that is a common failure point on competing pistol lights, and that battery changes can be completed in minutes without disrupting the mount. A tester from California also appreciated that the lens is easy to clean without removing the light from the gun, keeping maintenance quick and field-practical.

Versatile Enough for Duty, Optimized for Carry

Testers consistently described the Wild 1 as a light that bridges the gap between concealed carry and patrol use. One tester from Iowa described it as offering a low profile perfect for concealed carry while still giving the user the ability to utilize the light on patrol — a combination that few pistol lights achieve at this size and weight. The tester from Florida called it a welcome addition to any operator's toolbox, and the tester from Maryland described it as delivering simple controls, reliable performance, and a great addition to any pistol.

The Wild 1 is now listed in the NTOA's Member Tested and Recommended online database and will be featured in upcoming issues of The Tactical Edge journal and NTOA monthly eNewsletter. For more information, visit inforcelights.com.