Small Flashlight

[ghostinthewood]

I picked up a small metal flashlight from the check out at Wal Mart and I was wondering if there were any good ones (3-4in length). The one I have has several LEDs, button on the back, runs on 3 AAAs, and is mostly metal. However it was $3 so I'm assuming it either breaks easy or runs through batteries and I was wondering if there were any notable flashlights that are of a similar dimension.

 

[ThrottleJockey]

These little suckers are awesome. I use mine every day several times. 35 lumens, single led, 1 AA battery (a single battery will last nearly a year). I have never ordered them from this site, I pick up several at every gun show I go to and use them as gifts. I found the one I use at a truck stop in WV but have never seen them since other than at gun shows or online. They are about the size of a 12g shell.
NEBO Flashlight CSI LUMA35

 

[ThrottleJockey]

Did I mention I've carried and used mine for over 3 years now? It is ALWAYS with me.

 

[JohnP82]

I have a couple of NEBO brand flashlights and I have to say for the price I am quite impressed with them. I know several other people that own them and none of us have had any problems with them.
My personal favorite is my Streamlight Microstream though. I really like Streamlight products, they have several models that I like very much. I really like the price of the Streamlights as well.

 

[seamusalaska]

Those little lights (the ones that use 3 AAA batteries) are great. I think Harbor Freight was even giving them away as a promo! Cheap and good light: a great combination.

 

[esrice]

I've been successfully using Streamlight products-- specifically the MicroStream, PolyTac LED, and PT2L.

Key Chain Light Series - MicroStream | Streamlight

Tactical Hand-Held Series - PolyTac LED | Streamlight

ProTac Series - ProTac 2L | Streamlight

 

[samrothstein01]

Those little lights (the ones that use 3 AAA batteries) are great. I think Harbor Freight was even giving them away as a promo! Cheap and good light: a great combination.

After about 3 months of use, mine went to the trash. I kept it in my range bag as a back up light for searching the range bag, so it only got used about a half dozen times. The rubber pressure switch cap didn't stay where it was supposed to and got buried down in the casing. That being said, I didn't expect much for a free light. I got 3 months of use out of it, so no real complaints. Just not something I would trust.

My personal favorite is my Streamlight Microstream though.

This ^^^^. After many months of use and abuse, it is absolutely the best $15 i've spent in a long time. It is extremely compact, durable, and puts out a great light. I carry and use it at work, camping, my range bag, and it even came in handy at Christmas time at some extended family's house when I ended up having to help put in some wiring. I was glad I had it on me.

I've been successfully using Streamlight products-- specifically the MicroStream, PolyTac LED, and PT2L.

Another believer...and from a guy who I believe has used it much longer than I, and always seems to be pursuasive during his endorsements....which leads me to

 

[x10]

Big plus 1 for the MicroStream

BTW I just picked up the new Maglite XL50 the simplfied XL100 and I have to give a Big PLUS 1 on it also
Maglite® XL50? LED Flashlight

both of these above lights won't break the bank and the XL50 is a MAGLITE, AMERICAN MADE AND SUPER DUPER GREAT COMPANY

Maglite may not be the sexiest but for 30years they have been my friends

I've been successfully using Streamlight products-- specifically the MicroStream, PolyTac LED, and PT2L.

Key Chain Light Series - MicroStream | Streamlight

Tactical Hand-Held Series - PolyTac LED | Streamlight

ProTac Series - ProTac 2L | Streamlight

 

[Garb]

I got the mag light solitaire model for pretty cheap (it's been awhile, I don't remember the exact price) and it hasn't failed me yet. I use it on a regular basis.

 

[Mr.Strato]

Just yesterday I bought a
mini maglite & solitaire from wal-mart for 9 bucks.
2 lites, batteries and spare bulbs included-that's a deal!
Plus...don't know why, but I actually read the instructions!
The top comes off the mini mag, turn the top upside down, stick the mini mag in it and you got a candle-lite! Pretty Cool!

 

[magic man]

I'll throw in another +1 for the Microstream. I picked it up a couple weeks ago and I love it.

 

[ghostinthewood]

What about the maglite XL100. They're about $30 now and i wouldn't mind that jump atm if it's worth it.

 

[Bart]

Another +1 for the Streamlight microstream. Takes 1 AAA battery. It is a great light. Small, durable, and good light output. Not very expensive either.