So it appears my duty flashlight has grown legs

[wcd]

Formerly had used a Klarus brand. Now needing to replace it I was wondering if Klarus was still the best bang for your buck?

 

[Cameramonkey]

Maybe Olight? Looking at their lineup, I get a VERY strong feeling that they both use the same factory. I'm seeing some of the same lights I own in there.

 

[Basher]

Maybe Olight? Looking at their lineup, I get a VERY strong feeling that they both use the same factory. I'm seeing some of the same lights I own in there.

I would STRONGLY advise everyone to avoid OLight. They’ve had more than enough problems with lights shorting out in pockets, activating on their own, and doing a host of other things to cause fires (and at least one documented death) that I won’t have one in my house. Streamlight is the lowest tier I’ll use for “duty” use, personally.

 

[qwerty]

I have a Pelican M11 that has been with me for 20 years. Never a day of trouble.

Looks like this is it's current version https://www.pelican.com/us/en/product/flashlights/tactical-flashlight/8060

 

[churchmouse]

Stream light for us.

 

[Jaybird1980]

Stream light for us.

Same here

 

[Creedmoor]

Same here

My sons have carried Stream lite Strions? for 4 and 6 years now.
Not a problem with either.

 

[Cameramonkey]

I would STRONGLY advise everyone to avoid OLight. They’ve had more than enough problems with lights shorting out in pockets, activating on their own, and doing a host of other things to cause fires (and at least one documented death) that I won’t have one in my house. Streamlight is the lowest tier I’ll use for “duty” use, personally.

Ive heard of those issues as well. Just pointing out that these might actually be Olights with a different badge. (or vice versa)

My EDC is a Coast HP2. Small enough to ride in my pants pocket and not be bulky. Bright enough for low light shooting.* I get about 3 years out of one EDCing.


For brighter, bump in the night work I have either a Olight in a holster on my battle belt (only reports of injuries Im aware of are pocket carry bumping the button), or I grab a Lux-Pro LP600 out of the holder next to the door.

*Yes, its sub 100lm but I'm not shooting at anything that beam cant light up. If its that far away, I'm going the other direction. I actually ran it in one of Coach's low light shoots and it was acceptable to 25 yards. I wasnt going to blind them, but I could positively ID my target

 

[Jaybird1980]

My sons have carried Stream lite Strions? for 4 and 6 years now.
Not a problem with either.

I have a Jr, Jr led, headlamp, Stinger and a Stinger Switchblade.

The switch went out on the Jr I carried at work and they actually sent 2 new LED versions. I took the tail cap switch off of one of them and got the older Jr going again for work. Have an extra Jr for at home.

No fuss warranty on the only time I've needed it.

 

[jbombelli]

Thrunite for me.

 

[Doug]

Fenix; I carry an E 35.

Fenix E35R High-Performance Rechargeable LED Flashlight + FREE AOD-S V2 Diffuser

Discover the adventure-ready Fenix E35R high-performance rechargeable LED flashlight that packs an impressive 3100 lumens across a wide beam. Its Intelligent Overheat Protection (IOP) provides solid heat resistance, and its comfortable grip with side switch access to 6 illuminating modes...

www.fenix-store.com

 

[bwframe]

I still have surefire weapon lights, but switched over to Olight at the beginning of this year for handhelds. Tailcap rubber wore through on my Fury and it never was warrantied.

Olight seems to have recalled and re-jiggered their problem lights. I have a couple of Warier Mini II's and a Warier X3. I like an index finger ring for a handheld. These models come with that. Magnetic tailcap charging sealed the deal for me to go along with unique color variations and patterns that are easier to see in the dark. Paterns that are quite likely unmistakably mine.

FYI - The way to buy these lights is through the huge promo's that Olight runs. Second to that is buying off of ebay, (from the guys who originally stocked up at the Olight promos.) The ebay Olights that I have bought have been sealed in the box.

This one was in my pocket, when this thread showed up. I carry it day and night, rarely turning on room lights for most small tasks.

promo's.)

 

[patience0830]

Fenix; I carry an E 35.

Fenix E35R High-Performance Rechargeable LED Flashlight + FREE AOD-S V2 Diffuser

Discover the adventure-ready Fenix E35R high-performance rechargeable LED flashlight that packs an impressive 3100 lumens across a wide beam. Its Intelligent Overheat Protection (IOP) provides solid heat resistance, and its comfortable grip with side switch access to 6 illuminating modes...

www.fenix-store.com

Me too.

 

[snapping turtle]

Convoy.
I have at least 5 and if you knew how good these are and if you are willing to wait the god long shipping for China how cheap that were these are the cost champions. Lots of people use them as a base for custom lights also

Buy Products Online from China Wholesalers at Aliexpress.com

I have 3 c8 plus a big one with long throw and the h1. I think they big one I have under 40 for the c 8 plus 13-15 each.

 

[KLB]

FYI - The way to buy these lights is through the huge promo's that Olight runs.

Very true. Get on their mailing list and they will let you know before they start.

I'm another user of Olights. I've had a S1 Baton of some sort in my pocket for 10 years. While I do occasionally accidently turn it on, it doesn't just magically turn itself on.

 

[Gabriel]

I mostly use Streamlight, but have some Surefires and Elzettas. For the money, Steamlight is really hard to beat.

 

[Tryin']

Strion HL DS for the belt, Stinger HP DS for the car. I oft think about getting one of the Chinesium super throwers for grins, but just never have done it. My squad has killed more than a few of the value brands, usually through water and impact exposure.

 

[foszoe]

Prometheus light

Darksucks.com

 

[wcd]

Convoy.
I have at least 5 and if you knew how good these are and if you are willing to wait the god long shipping for China how cheap that were these are the cost champions. Lots of people use them as a base for custom lights also

Buy Products Online from China Wholesalers at Aliexpress.com

I have 3 c8 plus a big one with long throw and the h1. I think they big one I have under 40 for the c 8 plus 13-15 each.

This go round I would like to stay made in the US which appears to be a tall order.

 

[Mij]

Hay, Hay, Hay, let’s allow one old fudd in here. 1-4 d cell incandescent bulb, extra bulb in end cap. And 1-5 d cell LED bulb, extra bulb in end cap. Mag-Lite’s both.

And if one of mine walks off, I can find it….just follow the wheelbarrow tracks.

Have had the 4 cell for at least 30 yrs, still works every morning and a lot of nights.


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