Flashlight

[BigCountry1689]

I carry the Bushnell Tactical LED light ($39.99 @ Walmart) in my patrol car and Stream lite ($112.00 @ Amazon) on my duty belt. For the difference in money I'll replace the Stream lite with the Bushnell when it dies. uses lithium ion batteries and is extremely bright.

 

[gsganzer]

Try one of these. I bought 5 of them and threw one in each glove box, my briefcase and my hunting bag. Best $10 flashlight you'll ever buy. They use (2) CR123 batteries.

They have other models with multiple modes (high/low/strobe). I prefer a simple on/off.

DealExtreme flashlights

 

[tallyho8]

Try one of these. I bought 5 of them and threw one in each glove box, my briefcase and my hunting bag. Best $10 flashlight you'll ever buy. They use (2) CR123 batteries.

They have other models with multiple modes (high/low/strobe). I prefer a simple on/off.

DealExtreme flashlights

That is a decent flashlight but the one I reference in a previous post also has the zoom feature which is very handy and useful and with more features and is a few dollars cheaper. They both use the great 18650 batteries.

 

[4570Man]

I'm a Streamlight fan. Here's my Streamlight compared to a 3 cell LED Maglite. Maglites are more suitable for hitting someone over the head instead of producing light.

 

[Wakey]

A friend bought me a Duracell Alluminum LED with adjustable focus, that she got at costco. I had her pick me up another pack of four, different colors. GREAT flashlight, super bright, good price, but I am having trouble with them, and have been meaning to contact Duracell. Reminds me of the junky old plastic flashlights you had to hit and shake to work. Anybody else come across this issue with the Duracells?

Yes, same package of 3 but you can not change the focus of the beam on my model (300)

Very bright but I've had Duracell batteries pop inside the housing and the batteries somehow drain when not in use.

2 of 3 no longer work. Read the reviews on Amazon. More Chinese garbage

Amazon.com: Duracell Durabeam Ultra 3 Lumens Tactical High-Intensity Compact LED Flashlight, 3-Pack: Sports & Outdoors

 

[tallyho8]

I honestly can not understand why people buy such obsolete flashlights for large sums of money when you can get one of the best flashlights on the market, delivered to your home for only $5.43. But hurry, the sale ends in 5 hours.
CREE XM-L T6 1-LED 38LM 5 Modes Zoom LED Flashlight STH-485135 - TinyDeal

 

[Gary Fowler]

You can not find a better flashlight than this one for under $25 and it only costs around $5 with free shipping. I bought one and liked it so much I bought 10 more and put one in every car, truck, tractor I had plus one in each room of my house. The best part of it is the zoom where it concentrates all the light in one small bright spot. It makes a perfectly round beam unlike other flashlights that scatter the light everywhere.

It can use AAA batteries but I definitely recommend that you buy the 18650 rechargeable batteries and wall charger. Even if you get 10 flashlights you only need one charger. These 18650 Ultrafire 5000 mAh 3.7 volt batteries are the best batteries on the market today. The will stay charged over a year if not used, charge fairly quickly and will outlast AAA or AA batteries many times over. You can buy 2 of these batteries and a charger on Amazon for under $10. Don't waste your time buying a 2000 or 3000 mAh battery. Keep a spare to change out 1 while the other charges if you are using the light for hours at a time.

AAA, AA, C and D batteries are as obsolete as dial phones. Once you go to 18650 batteries you will wish everything you owned used them,

This light is easily brighter than my old 5 D cell maglite. It fits in your pocket easy and is practically indestructible. Many places sell this light for $10 to $30.

It switches on and off with one full click of the button and changes modes if you give it a half click. The strobe mode can stop an attacker in his tracks and the low and middle bright mode extend battery life for hours more.

No it isn't really 3800 lumens but it is very bright, convenient and practical. Don't just buy one because after you get it you will want more and then find them at a much higher price.

The only drawback to this light is that with free shipping it takes about 3 weeks to get it.

CREE XM-L T6 1-LED 38��LM 5 Modes Zoom LED Flashlight STH-485135 - TinyDeal

Looks may be deceiving, BUT that looks identical (except for the name) to the Atomic Beam that I paid $19.99 for at Walmart and as advertised on TV. For sure they are blindingly bright. I have no idea how long 3 AAA batteries will last, much longer than 2-3 hours though if my other LED light is any go by. LED's consume very little energy and the brightness on this light is all from the super magnifying lens on the front, just like a light house light with that huge magnifier, 1 candle used to put out a huge light beam that ships could see for miles.

 

[azranger]

I carry a Streamlight Pro tac HL on my duty belt, very bright and will fit in a coat pocket.
ProTac HL(R)

 

[BrokeFarmerJohn]

I'm a Streamlight fan. Here's my Streamlight compared to a 3 cell LED Maglite. Maglites are more suitable for hitting someone over the head instead of producing light. View attachment 489803 View attachment 489804

I second that, I use a flashlight everyday usually for many hours a day. My preference is a 2 AA flashlight for keeping in my pocket, I have many 3 AAA lights that do a good job and are plenty bright but it seemed I was running threw a ton of AAA batteries. I also don't pay for batteries. I would not suggest a light running off CR123 batteries due to the cost. CR123 lights last much longer and are brighter but the cost of the batteries doesn't offset the brightness in my book.

The light I have now is going on 3 years old from daily use, it's programmable on the click settings so you can start with 100% with one click, I have it set at low one click, high two clicks because I find low is good enough for most of my tasks, I only use high to flood longer distances. It's a Streamlight ProTac 2AA, I paid $30 for it off Amazon.

Streamlight 8833 ProTac 2AA High Performance Alkaline Flashlight with White LED, 2 AA Batteries and Holster, Black - Basic Handheld Flashlights - Amazon.com

Mine is similar to this but mine is the Ten-Tap version

I have a stramlight cr123 light also but don't use it because it's much shorter so it's harder to find, it's fatter so I notice it more in my pocket.

Don't buy the cheap flashlights, they don't last, I have been using flashlights daily for about 7 years now and have ran threw a crazy amount of them, so far the steam light has held up the best and is most convenient. In my experience tactical lights hold up best.

I also have a eagle tac that's much brighter and gets really hot on ultra high after about 2 mins but the bell of the light is bigger and it's heavier. Less convent it carry.

Amazon.com: EagleTac P20A2 MKII LED Flashlight, Black: Sports & Outdoors

Now the cheap light to throw in a glovebox or somewhere they might get lost, I would go with a LED 9v light. There cheap, give plenty of light and last awhile on a 9v battery.

Amazon.com: 3-Pack of Blocklite 6 LED Mini Flashlights w/Energizer 9 Volt Batteries: Sports & Outdoors

 

[Oldpath05]

I honestly can not understand why people buy such obsolete flashlights for large sums of money when you can get one of the best flashlights on the market, delivered to your home for only $5.43. But hurry, the sale ends in 5 hours.
CREE XM-L T6 1-LED 38LM 5 Modes Zoom LED Flashlight STH-485135 - TinyDeal

The light is $5.50 now so I thought that was still a good price so I bought 2, plus since you gave it ten thums up, 10 stars out of 5, and you said it's one click on, you talked me into it. Nice to have a couple walk around flashlights that's bright and fits in my pocket, now I'll price the batteries you recommended.

 

[Oldpath05]

I was given an LED Lenser h7 and a couple of years later, the battery compartment cracked. I contacted them to get a new compartment and they sent me a new LED Lenser h7.2. I believe they are the same people that make the Leatherman tools and they're guaranteed the same. To me, they are a must have working on chainsaws or the tractor and most anything else. Won't be without one.

If that headlamp was a gift, that nice one at $50.00+$$$, but it does look like a well made headlamp.

 

[von-mil]

I honestly can not understand why people buy such obsolete flashlights for large sums of money when you can get one of the best flashlights on the market, delivered to your home for only $5.43. But hurry, the sale ends in 5 hours.
CREE XM-L T6 1-LED 38LM 5 Modes Zoom LED Flashlight STH-485135 - TinyDeal

The light is $5.50 now so I thought that was still a good price so I bought 2, plus since you gave it ten thums up, 10 stars out of 5, and you said it's one click on, you talked me into it. Nice to have a couple walk around flashlights that's bright and fits in my pocket, now I'll price the batteries you recommended.

Tallyho talked me into buying one too. At $5.43, I won't be too upset if it doesn't live up to his review.

 

[milkman]

If that headlamp was a gift, that nice one at $50.00+$$$, but it does look like a well made headlamp.

Christmas gift, I'd never pay that much for a light. I called their contact # and explained that I had no receipt, no problem guaranteed for life and I think they had me send the old one in, it's been a while and you know old memory. Now that I know how useful they are I would buy another one if I had to.

 

[dirt ditch]

Tallyho talked me into buying one too. At $5.43, I won't be too upset if it doesn't live up to his review.

I bet the flashlights are pretty good. I bought several of the CREE XML-T6 LED flashlights on ebay a couple years ago. All still work as good as when I got them. The UltraFire Z5 is a nice bright flashlight that can be focused from flood to spot. Just don't believe the 6000-8000 lumens propaganda. :laughing: With a little internet research you find out the CREE XML-T6 LED powered by two 18650 batteries is only capable of up to 1000 lumens at best and I don't think they are near that. My UltraFire WF-501B's are bright for a small, single 18650 battery flashlight. but not the 1000+ lumens advertised. The Z5 flashlights are our go to flashlights when we go outside at night. We use them every week and never had a problem with any of them.

I went with protected 3400mAh Panasonic 18650s made in Japan. I have bought them from these sellers 2 years ago and the batteries are still working great.
www.orbtronic.com/protected 3400mAh 18650 li-ion battery Panasonic NCR18650B
www.ebay.com/itm/2-PANASONIC NCR18650B LI-ION BATTERY 3400mAh 3.7v 18650 NEW PROTECTION PCB JAPAN

Orbtronic sells quality chargers that wont break the bank. I have an Xtar VP1 from Orbtronic.
www.orbtronic.com/18650 battery chargers

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[tallyho8]

There is no need to buy those expensive batteries and chargers for your flashlight. I have bought several different brands of cheap 18650 batteries and chargers and never had problems with any of them. The 5000 mAh give you light much longer than the 3400 mAh batteries.

I have bought many of these flashlights and batteries for my use and as excellent Christmas gifts and everyone has been quite satisfied with them.

Why would you pay $15.84 for one of those expensive 3400 mAh batteries with shipping when you can get 4 18650 5000 mAh batteries and a charger for only $8.89?
Clearance!4PCS Rechargeable 1865� Battery& Dual Smart Charger, Canserin 58��mAh Li-ion 3.7V Battery + Charger For Torch Flashlight - - Amazon.com
Amazon changes their prices very often but at this time these 4 batteries and charger and shipping are only $8.89.

DISCLAIMER: Although I have probably bought over 40 of these flashlights, chargers and batteries in the last few years and never had a problem, there are hundreds of sellers in China and I would not be surprised if occasionally one of them sells defective products but I would rather take the chance on a low priced item than on a similar high priced item.

PS: Some people refuse to buy these flashlights because they are cheap but if you want an expensive one, I can give you links to places that sell these exact same flashlights, chargers and batteries for 10 times as much as the ones I gave links to.

 

[k0ua]

There is no need to buy those expensive batteries and chargers for your flashlight. I have bought several different brands of cheap 18650 batteries and chargers and never had problems with any of them. The 5000 mAh give you light much longer than the 3400 mAh batteries.

I have bought many of these flashlights and batteries for my use and as excellent Christmas gifts and everyone has been quite satisfied with them.

Why would you pay $15.84 for one of those expensive 3400 mAh batteries with shipping when you can get 4 18650 5000 mAh batteries and a charger for only $8.89?
Clearance!4PCS Rechargeable 1865 Battery& Dual Smart Charger, Canserin 58mAh Li-ion 3.7V Battery + Charger For Torch Flashlight - - Amazon.com
Amazon changes their prices very often but at this time these 4 batteries and charger and shipping are only $8.89.

DISCLAIMER: Although I have probably bought over 40 of these flashlights, chargers and batteries in the last few years and never had a problem, there are hundreds of sellers in China and I would not be surprised if occasionally one of them sells defective products but I would rather take the chance on a low priced item than on a similar high priced item.

Well, I just ordered this deal from Amazon, with free prime shipping. It comes with the rechargeable Lithium battery and charger and a 3 aaa cell adaptor also and a carrying case for all of it for $12.98. All I will say is you are one heck of a flashlight salesman, I think you have sold several just this morning...

 

[PJSprog]

I'm still a fan of the mini Mag-Lites, especially the newer LED models. I also still have one of the 6-D-cell full-size Mags from the '80s. However, my oldest Stepson recently showed me a mini tactical light he had which I found quite impressive. It's the Bushnell Pro. It's tiny, and throws out way more light than something it's size should. It'll light up a large room. Wife and I both carry one in our vehicles, and I have one at the nightstand as well. $15 at WallyWorld.

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Generic-...fault&beacon_version=1.0.1&findingMethod=p13n

 

[bcp]

Sometimes you need a light that will light up your gate 1/2 mile away, like many of those mentioned here. You probably aren't worried about battery life.

Other times you need just enough light to work by, but you need the batteries to last for a very long time, maybe weeks in a long power outage.

Flashlights need more dimming options than just one dimmer setting.

Bruce

 

[dirt ditch]

tallyho, your the man. If you think your getting 5000 mAh out of 18650 batteries then more power to you.

 

[Oldpath05]

Well, I just ordered this deal from Amazon, with free prime shipping. It comes with the rechargeable Lithium battery and charger and a 3 aaa cell adaptor also and a carrying case for all of it for $12.98. All I will say is you are one heck of a flashlight salesman, I think you have sold several just this morning...

Outstanding flashlight and battery/charger salesmen, and he's offering a one year warranty to back it up............double refund I heard.