SwitchBack 3.0 Duty Flashlight Ring with Pocket Clip

$19.99

The SwitchBack® 3.0 Duty expands Thyrm’s line of flashlight accessories, integrating features that matter for those operating in the harshest environments. We increased the size of the finger ring to work well with patrol gloves and added more aggressive traction features to ensure it’s secure during use. We also shortened the MOLLE clip to allow you to stow your light deeper into pouches on plate carriers and duty belts. As with all SwitchBacks, the finger ring provides a repeatable index point for drawing and operating your flashlight. It can be used with all modern flashlight/firearm techniques including the “SwitchBack Technique” and allows users to retain the flashlight during reloads, malfunction clearances, and other critical tasks.

Thyrm offers 7 Flashlight Ring models including the SwitchBack and the Low Profile Carry Clip.  Enter your flashlight make and model in the
finder below to find a compatible model.

  • Large, glove-friendly finger ring (e.g. for Insulated SKD Pig Patrol Gloves)
  • Heavy-duty polymer construction for impact resistance
  • Additional traction elements to improve grip, even when wet
  • Shortened clip that enhances pouch compatibility
  • Full-size lanyard hole for 550 paracord or similar
  • Breakaway finger ring
  • Available in Black, Tan, Ranger/Sheriff’s Green, or Navy Blue
  • Made in USA

Thyrm offers 7 Flashlight Ring models including the SwitchBack and the Low Profile Carry Clip. Enter your flashlight make and model in the finder below to find a compatible model.

The SwitchBack mounts between the light’s tailcap and body, just like other models of the SwitchBack.  Once mounted, it will not come off.

For installation, first try installing the SwitchBack on your light without use of the o-ring or aluminum washer. Simply unscrew the tailcap, add the SwitchBack, and rescrew the tailcap back on. If the light does not activate upon use of the tailcap switch with the SwitchBack installed, try installing the aluminum washer as shown in the diagram below. Streamlight and Fenix models tend to require the aluminum washer, but may not, depending on the tailcap features of the light. Modlite, Elzetta and Surefire models do not usually require the aluminum washer, but users may find that addition of the rubber o-ring will help to stabilize the position of the SwitchBack. Start with the small o-ring and only use the larger o-ring if necessary.

THYRM backs all its products for life, providing soldiers, emergency personnel, and responsible citizens the support they deserve.  We believe that designing and manufacturing products in the USA contributes to our communities, speeds product development, and keeps products in stock. If you need support with a THYRM product, please email us at cs@thyrm.com and we will assist you.

SHORTER CLIP

Shortened clip that enhances pouch compatibility.

LARGER RING

The SwitchBack Duty has a larger, glove-friendly finger ring.

AMERICA FIRST

Designed and manufactured in USA.
RUGGED

Heavy-duty polymer construction for impact resistance.

TRACTION

Additional traction elements to improve grip, even when wet.

SAFETY

Breakaway finger ring and full-sized lanyard hole.
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Modlite Tactical flashlight with rugged olive drab finish, textured grip, and integrated Thyrm Switchback finger ring for secure handling and wilderness use.

professional review

“Quite simply, the best way I've found in 16 years of LEO service and training to maintain positive control of a handheld light and still assume a true two-handed grip on your duty weapon. Well thought out and very simple to use. It is also quicker and easier to train newer shooters to use than other similar devices (tac-rings, etc.). Incorporating a sturdy but effective breakaway function, should the flashlight become leveraged against the user's fingers in a defensive situation, helps to make this a top-notch product.”

-Current Law Enforcement Officer

Person illuminating a dark building with a Thyrm SwitchBack on a flashlight