[Sky_High]

It wasn't until today I realized I don't even have a proper flashlight inside the house.
The closest one I found was an older incandescent Maglite....but it requries 4 C-Cell batteries :heckno:

There was a few of these cheap "LED" ones http://goo.gl/S6KOU laying around the house. They either don't work, or they are super dim.

I think it's time to give Maglite another try. They introduced a new line of LED products, using the same bodies as their old incandescent flashlights, but using newer LED bulbs and technology. Their products, are no where near cheap....but they do offer a solid built and durability that will last a long time.

I'm looking for one, where I can keep at home for emergencies, "general" purposes, and maybe throw it into the car for longer trips.

Maglite® Product line (http://www.maglite.com/productline.asp)

Currently looking at either:
- Maglite LED XL100 / XL200 (the specs are near the same)
or
- Maglite LED 2/3 Cell D/C

I have ruled out the "Mini Maglite Pro" versions and their "rechargeable" products.

Anyone have any experience with their new products?

http://www.maglite.com/images/XL200_image.jpg
http://www.maglite.com/images/ML100_main.jpg

Product review from a Crappy Tire customer using the Maglite LED 3 D Cell version:
http://reviews.canadiantire.ca/9045/217097/photo.jpg

[unit]

personally i wouldnt buy another full size maglite.
i have a 3 cell incadescent and its great, but i dont like buying C batteries.

[Manic!]

Costco has a 3 pack with Duracell batteries for under $20. Super bright.

[Elect] Costco Techlite Lumen Master 3-pak Flashlights - RedFlagDeals.com Forums (http://forums.redflagdeals.com/costco-techlite-lumen-master-3-pak-flashlights-1119802/)

[Renxo]

cree led mini flash lights from meritline are bright as a mofo... and like $10?

[Renxo]

Focus Zoom Lens Cree Q3 Flashlight Torch Light Lamp (http://www.meritline.com/focus-zoom-lens-flashlight-light---p-44806.aspx)

there...they are good I have two...

[Sky_High]

Cree Flashlights / "UltraFire" was another alternative. I came across them in Asia, and they are sold at many places.
The problem was....there's just way toooo many different version :fulloffuck:

Official website:
CREE Flashlight, LED Flashlight, LED Torches, LED Torch, Tactical Flashlight,Bicycle Lights (http://www.creeflashlight.org/products.asp?pid=174)

There's one in almost every size, shape, and length you can think of.
I never had the time to sit down and compare all the different models.

The ones I saw in Asia was not cheap either. Many versions work out to be $40-50+ CAD.

The ones sold by Amazon:
Amazon.ca: cree flashlight: Electronics (http://www.amazon.ca/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_0_4?url=search-alias%3Delectronics&field-keywords=cree+flashlight&sprefix=cree)
Still range from $29.99 - $89.99

[RRxtar]

Maglites are garbage. If you want a good flashlight buy a Fenix or if you have too much money buy a Surefire.

Since I bought my Fenix LD20, Ill never waste time on crap flashlights again. and it was $60 new.

http://www.warriorsandwonders.com/Fenix_Flashlights

[RRxtar]

I did just get a headsup on a light called Ultrafire c8 xml t6 available on ebay. apparently its a very very good light for quite cheap

[Sky_High]

If I'm not mistaken, UltraFire and Cree should essentially be the same company.

UltraFire claims they are "established in 1995. our head office is based in Hong Kong"

http://www.ultrafire.net/products.asp?enBigClassName=Flashlight

When you look their products, they are very identical to Cree's flashlight
and some of the pictures even still have the Cree logo on it. (M3/M2/M1Q5)

NCIX sells them too:
NCIX.com - Featured UltraFire Flashlights - in Canada (http://ncix.com/products/?minorcatid=1364&manufactureid=4298)
Ranging from $43.99 to $99.99

It's questionable whether some of the "cheap" / ~$10 ones from on eBay / meritline are fake knock offs.
This was partially why I decided to go look into Maglites.
A more simple product line and a brand that can be trusted for sure.

[Gh0stRider]

lots on dealextreme

i use 2 surefire's

[AVS_Racing]

lol I have 3 different sized led mag lights Im sure there are better ones out there but I like them for what they are my only complaint is that they have that dim ring depending on how you focus the light. However I do prefer led panel type flashlights now since they give out a wider beam of light and easier to place on objects

[ToneCapone]

Maglites are garbage. If you want a good flashlight buy a Fenix or if you have too much money buy a Surefire.

Since I bought my Fenix LD20, Ill never waste time on crap flashlights again. and it was $60 new.

Fenix Flashlights : Warriors and Wonders (http://www.warriorsandwonders.com/Fenix_Flashlights)

werd! I just got the Fenix E15 and its super bright/durable.
Fenix E15 140 Lumens (Key Chain Size) [F-E15] - $29.95CDN : Warriors and Wonders (http://www.warriorsandwonders.com/Fenix_Flashlights/Fenix_E15_140_Lumens_Key_Chain_Size?zenid=d1cb16df d9c420df73d39194535ab35e)

[Sky_High]

Interestingly enough.... did a google search on "UltraFire"
and I came across this "official" website: Official UltraFire-Shop - Home (http://www.ultrafire-shop.net/page1.php)

Official UltraFire-Shop - Bad List WebSite (http://www.ultrafire-shop.net/page3.php)


BAD LIST WEBSITE
"Important-Beware of fake products"

We are the manufacture of ULTRAFIRE product.We have trade mark of "UltraFire".
Now, many fake UltraFire product in the market happen.Please take caution.
All the UltraFire fake product is no quality assurance, please stop to purchase.

Fake UltraFire Product WebSite List:

DealExtreme (http://www.dealextreme.com)

[Sky_High]

lol I have 3 different sized led mag lights Im sure there are better ones out there but I like them for what they are my only complaint is that they have that dim ring depending on how you focus the light. However I do prefer led panel type flashlights now since they give out a wider beam of light and easier to place on objects

Which models do you have?
I think their new "XL" models should eliminate your dim ring problem.

[syee]

I have the 2 D LED Maglite in my car. It's not great but I guess it works in a pinch and makes a good weapon to whip someone over the head.

I have a 3 D Maglite as well with an 3W Terralux LED conversion bulb. (there's lots out there on the Internet and many of them are more expensive than the Maglite itself)

The best "budget" LED flashlight I've used so far is the Romisen RC-N3 with a Q5 LED. It's fairly well constructed - much better than the Ultrafire WF-501 that I have in my car. The only problem with a lot of these budget LEDs is the exaggerated lumen claims and the poor heat dissipation of the flashlights. My WF-501 gets too hot to touch after using it for about 10 minutes. (to the point your skin would turn red if you touch it) Generally however you'll get what you pay for.

[syee]

Interestingly enough.... did a google search on "UltraFire"
and I came across this "official" website: Official UltraFire-Shop - Home (http://www.ultrafire-shop.net/page1.php)

Official UltraFire-Shop - Bad List WebSite (http://www.ultrafire-shop.net/page3.php)

Haha, that's so ironic since they're a blatant rip-off of Surefire. :suspicious:

If I'm not mistaken, UltraFire and Cree should essentially be the same company.

Cree makes the LEDs themselves. Ultrafire makes the flashlight housing.

[Gh0stRider]

whoa..the Fenix E15 is waterproof? sweet

[Ludepower]

People ball out on flashlights? Im never going to win :fuckthatshit:

[DC5-S]

Cree is just as good as fenix.. U can get them for $9 on dealextreme and there bright as fuck and only take one triple A
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[RRxtar]

to clear up some confustion here:

CREE makes the LED bulb used in the flashlight. there are several different LEDs available from CREE

Fenix, Surefire, Ultrafire, etc make the flashlights themselves using CREE bulbs.


Ultrafire is a china brand flashlight so obviously its a knock off. I posted that one up because I've got a buddy whos a pretty big flashlight nut and he say, and I quote "I have a [Fenix] Ld20, tk15, tk21 and a tk41 and the Cheapo ultrafire outshines all but the tk41. " Its like $25 on ebay and comes with a charger and battery.

[RRxtar]

People ball out on flashlights? Im never going to win :fuckthatshit:
some people buy a new $600 phone every 6 months for no reason other than to just have the newest one.

when you spend as much time in the bush camping and 4x4ing as some people do, you want a good flashlight, and you want a good knife. and those generally last a lifetime.

[jaguar604]

4Sevens - 4Sevens.Com (http://www.4sevens.com/)

Fairly priced, REALLY bright, and very reliable. I own a couple and I've never had a issue with them. A majority of my co-workers use them for work and personal use and I haven't heard anything but good things.

A majority of their flashlights use AA or AAA batteries. I use rechargeable Eneloops and they output the max rated lumens with no problem.

[RRxtar]

4sevens are also great lights

[RRxtar]

heres what buying a good light buys you

top left: three AA mini-Maglight
top right: three D Maglight with LED
bottom left: Fenix LD20 ($60)
bottom right: Fenix TK35 ($100)



http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v280/g2mike/random/flashlightsforrs1.jpg

[Pooface55]

The thing I love about the maglite is if someone breaks in, you can find him and then knock him out with it too.

[Gh0stRider]

fuck one of mine cost me around $200 lol :fuuuuu:

[unit]

The thing I love about the maglite is if someone breaks in, you can find him and then knock him out with it too.

yeah but the other 99.999999999999999999999% of the time you just have a heavy ass flashlight that takes C/D batteries.

[ziggyx]

4Sevens - 4Sevens.Com (http://www.4sevens.com/)

Fairly priced, REALLY bright, and very reliable. I own a couple and I've never had a issue with them. A majority of my co-workers use them for work and personal use and I haven't heard anything but good things.

A majority of their flashlights use AA or AAA batteries. I use rechargeable Eneloops and they output the max rated lumens with no problem.

+1 for 4sevens. My friends and I have them and they're great.

[shenmecar]

heres what buying a good light buys you

top left: three AA mini-Maglight
top right: three D Maglight with LED
bottom left: Fenix LD20 ($60)
bottom right: Fenix TK35 ($100)



http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v280/g2mike/random/flashlightsforrs1.jpg

:sweetjesus:

[maxxxboost]

I bought my flashlight from Deal extreme. 900lumens. Love using it :D
Special rechargeable batteries though. But still worth it to me.

[murd0c]

This is the reason why you spend that kind money on a flashlight

Fenix Tk35 - YouTube

[AVS_Racing]

http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lojul1hoB91qgzuxc.jpg

that turbo beam + strobe

[murd0c]

Man this reminds me I actually need a good flashlight and knife for camping (going next weekend oh ya!!) checking ebay and found this one for a decent price with the charger.

Fenix TK35 Cree LED 820 Lumens Flashlight w/ Ultrafire 18650 Batt & Charger | eBay (http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Fenix-TK35-Cree-LED-820-Lumens-Flashlight-w-Ultrafire-18650-Batt-Charger-/110803327768?pt=US_Flashlights&hash=item19cc649b18)

[dohboi]

Costco had some SNAP ON Hybrid flashlights for about $20. Not available at all locations but some of them still had some.

Its got a bright LED trouble light style with a top light. Uses 4 x AA

http://thumbnail.image.rakuten.co.jp/@0_mall/nnmart/cabinet/01789237/img58038682.jpg?_ex=240x240


FYI they're not really SNAP ON, its a special 1 time exclusive product for Costco. Its not part of SNAP AV's regular line up of products.

[unit]

Man this reminds me I actually need a good flashlight and knife for camping (going next weekend oh ya!!) checking ebay and found this one for a decent price with the charger.

Fenix TK35 Cree LED 820 Lumens Flashlight w/ Ultrafire 18650 Batt & Charger | eBay (http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Fenix-TK35-Cree-LED-820-Lumens-Flashlight-w-Ultrafire-18650-Batt-Charger-/110803327768?pt=US_Flashlights&hash=item19cc649b18)

holy fuck going camping already?
i usually wait till at least march

[seakrait]

+1 for Surefires. I have an old G2 LED (120 lumens) with a red filter (great for saving your night vision) that's still working strong and is tough as nails.

[Gh0stRider]

got these

http://www.surefire.com/surefire/content/images_inv/l/a/878/G2_45L_large_878.png
http://images.knifecenter.com/knifecenter/surefire/images/e2dlbk.jpg

[Ikkaku]

that fenix video... reminds me of that annoying flashlight in battlefield 3 :lol

[seakrait]

What you need is this: SureFire M3LT-S CombatLight Dual-Output w/Strobe 800 Lumens [SFM3LTS] - $575.00CDN : Warriors and Wonders (http://www.warriorsandwonders.com/SureFire/SureFire_M3LT-S_CombatLight_Dual-Output_w_Strobe_800_Lumens)

800 lumens with strobe capability! Crazy.

[Gh0stRider]

800 lumens LOL

[Culverin]

that fenix video... reminds me of that annoying flashlight in battlefield 3 :lol

I was just thinking the same thing!!!
Trying to aim at something brighter than the sun is ridiculous.

I want to try this in real life at paint ball.

[SE-R06]

recently bought canadian tire brand led flashlight with magnetic back for under the hood and stuff for $17...works awesome when working on the car.

[murd0c]

holy fuck going camping already?
i usually wait till at least march

I go camping all year round ;)

[Psykopathik]

my toys

http://www3.telus.net/madman604/ROP%20VS%204LUX/LUX%20and%20ROP.JPG
Quad Luxeon modded Maglite with dimmer - 8 AA batts / Roar Of Pelican (1100 lumen)12V modded Maglite - 8 AA batteries

Build your own ROP HERE (http://edcfeatures.blogspot.com/2007/01/do-it-yourself-roar-of-pelican-rop.html)

the left is more functional because of dimming ability, the right one can cook insects from 1 foot away. i can shine the beam at you from about 5 ft away and you can feel the heat through your pants.

[Brianrietta]

+1 for 4Sevens. I have two Quark's and they're fantastic. This spring I plan on picking up the newest Quark X AA2. What I really love about the 4Sevens lights are the very very reasonable burn times and multiple brightness step-ups. The low mode that I would use around the house or walking on a trail will deplete batteries in 72 hours, which is huge. The moonlight mode on the Quarks is perfect for quickly reading something and not ruining your nightvision. The only downside to the lights is switching on the older ones from off to moonlight (I don't know if the issue was ever fixed) there is a quarter secondish flash at max before it goes to the lower mode, but only on initial startup. Fantastic lights though. Durable, waterproof, higher end LED's. You can't go wrong with a Fenix or Surefire either but from my experience with each of them the 4Sevens come out slightly ahead in the categories I prioritize.

On top of getting a new flashlight, particularly for around the house or in the car, I highly recommend a small headlamp. If you want something that's reliable, durable and doesn't eat through batteries like cheaper lights I highly recommend one of the Petzl Tikka's, Tikkina's or a Black Diamond Spot.

As far as batteries go, pick up some Sanyo Eneloops. Without a doubt the best batteries I've ever used.

[Brianrietta]

I go camping all year round ;)

No bugs, beer stays cold outside. What's not to love.

:thumbs:

[murd0c]

No bugs, beer stays cold outside. What's not to love.

:thumbs:

mainly no idiots and with no fire ban the fire you can have. Best time of the year is now nothing beats it

[Psykopathik]

Hmm maybe its time to update my flashlights? I keep a Fenix L0P on my keys but it uses the older Luxeon LED. I know a lot of the newer Cree LED will pump out more light with less heat.

can you guys recommend a 1 AAA light? no crazy SOS or strobe. just a simple 3 hi-med-lo settings.

[RRxtar]

almost all decent flashlights with a low/med/hi are going to have an SOS in them now.

and you're going to want one that has a low/med/hi because while the low may last 15 hours, the high is usually only good for 2 hours run time. and an SOS will be good for like 10 days.

[blkgsr]

4Sevens Quark AA Flashlight - Mountain Equipment Co-op. Free Shipping Available (http://www.mec.ca/AST/ShopMEC/MemberPicks/Electronics/PRD~5021-572/4sevens-quark-aa-flashlight.jsp)

i got this one for christmas, LOVE it...super bright

[Gh0stRider]

dont think surefire has SOS, but they have dual output and single output

[gars]

I'm a huge fan of headlamps myself. I find them much more useful than a regular flashlight. the whole handsfree aspect makes a big difference.

[lungfish23]

I own a few flashlights myself. Can't go wrong with fenix, streamlight or surefire for good quality brands.

I have a few fenix ones and they are definitely worth the money. Surefire is good but are more expensive. For self defense and what not you want one that is going to work no matter what.

Also have streamlight and surefire weapon lights. Haven't failed once.
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[Cereal Killer]

Costco has a 3 pack with Duracell batteries for under $20. Super bright.

[Elect] Costco Techlite Lumen Master 3-pak Flashlights - RedFlagDeals.com Forums (http://forums.redflagdeals.com/costco-techlite-lumen-master-3-pak-flashlights-1119802/)

Currently using the aforementioned Techlite flashlight and this Garrison flashlight from Canadian Tire (Garrison 3W LED 3AAA Flashlight | Canadian Tire (http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/5/SportsRec/Camping/Flashlights/PRD~0652069P/Garrison+3W+LED+3AAA+Flashlight.jsp?locale=en)) for work. The Techlite is slightly brighter than the Garrison and has high-beam and strobe functions but I prefer the Garrison because it is easier to hold and use due to its bigger size and the rubber on the shaft.

[Senna4ever]

Wow, that Fenix TK35 is amazing.

I saw a 20 million candle power flashlight at Costco last week for $49, but it's pretty bulky.

[nsmb]

Maglites are garbage. If you want a good flashlight buy a Fenix or if you have too much money buy a Surefire.

Since I bought my Fenix LD20, Ill never waste time on crap flashlights again. and it was $60 new.

Fenix Flashlights : Warriors and Wonders (http://www.warriorsandwonders.com/Fenix_Flashlights)

damn they are sold out of the ld20's and not ETA on new arrivals..

fuck that site, i spent over an hour just looking at the knifes after :suspicious:

any other good canadain knife sites? lol

[Avery]

i have the 2nd biggest mag-lite LED in my truck and man is that thing unreal , i would buy another one

[InvisibleSoul]

300 lumen Cree LED flashlight for $6.62.

TomTop: $7.36 7W 300LM Mini CREE LED Flashlight Torch Adjustable Focus Zoom Light Lamp (http://www.tomtop.com/7w-300lm-mini-cree-led-flashlight-torch-adjustable-focus-zoom-light-lamp.html)

Coupon: LED131

[snake]

I need a mini light for work. Where do i go locally to get Fenix or Surefire?

[skyxx]

So, which one is better? I'm not sure which is better as all of them have very similar specs.

4Sevens Quark AA R5 (http://www.warriorsandwonders.com/4_Sevens/4Sevens_Quark_AA_R5)

Fenix PD20 (http://www.warriorsandwonders.com/Fenix_Flashlights/Fenix_PD20R2_190_Lumens)

Olight T15T R5 (http://www.warriorsandwonders.com/Olight_Flashlights/Olight_T15T_R5_115_Lumens)

Olight T10T R5 (http://www.warriorsandwonders.com/Olight_Flashlights/Olight_T10T_R5_210_Lumens)

[eFx[A2C]]

What kind of batteries do you prefer using? I prefer AA lights since it is easier to obtain and you can get eneloop rechargeables.

[skyxx]

No specific preference. I can use the Recheargeable AA or the rechargeable CR123A alternative. I just want to know which one has the slight advantage. These manufacturers make these flashlights so similar.

[Alatar]

I'm pretty happy with my Zebralight H51.

[skyxx]

Dang, just did a little bit more research. Alot of the Fenix and Surefires isn't great with rechargeable CR123a. WTF man. lol If they are used they can only be used on the MAX setting or something. Lame.

[skyxx]

:okay: no one wants to answer.

Found a ghetto version at Crappy tire lol.

Garrison LED Rechargable Flashlight | Canadian Tire (http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/5/SportsRec/Camping/Flashlights/PRD~0652122P/Garrison+LED+Rechargable+Flashlight.jsp?locale=en)

[Gh0stRider]

i just buy a box of surefire cr123 batteries.

[TOS'd]

i just buy a box of surefire cr123 batteries.

price and where at?

[Overseas Auto1]

300 lumen Cree LED flashlight for $6.62.

TomTop: $7.36 7W 300LM Mini CREE LED Flashlight Torch Adjustable Focus Zoom Light Lamp (http://www.tomtop.com/7w-300lm-mini-cree-led-flashlight-torch-adjustable-focus-zoom-light-lamp.html)

Coupon: LED131

thats good value. The cree bulb is awesome. We have some available for tail lights.

[lungfish23]

price and where at?

https://dstactical.com/index.php?cPath=21_104_105

Not the only place. But where I usually get mine. But warriors and wonders sells them. And camouflage on Granville also sells surefire stuff.
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[RRxtar]

So, which one is better? I'm not sure which is better as all of them have very similar specs.

4Sevens Quark AA R5 (http://www.warriorsandwonders.com/4_Sevens/4Sevens_Quark_AA_R5)

Fenix PD20 (http://www.warriorsandwonders.com/Fenix_Flashlights/Fenix_PD20R2_190_Lumens)

Olight T15T R5 (http://www.warriorsandwonders.com/Olight_Flashlights/Olight_T15T_R5_115_Lumens)

Olight T10T R5 (http://www.warriorsandwonders.com/Olight_Flashlights/Olight_T10T_R5_210_Lumens)
sorry i didnt see this post until now.

two of those lights are in the 180-200 lumen range and two are in the 100-120 lumen range. that should narrow out two of the lights.

secondly, look at the run times. i didnt compare for you, but ,not necessarily on 'turbo' mode but more on high mode, if ones good for double the run time, it would be a better choice.

[RRxtar]

on the topic of Lumens.

generally the rule of thumb is, given the same beam patterns, if you hold two lights side by side, you need minimum 10% more lumens for your eye to notice one as slightly brighter than the other. if you're holding them up one at a time, you need 20% more lumens to notice that one is noticeably brighter than the other. and for a light to appear twice as bright, it needs THREE times as much lumens. again, this is given the same beam patterns.

[tamazoid]

Does anyone have experience with HID flashlights? How do they compare to the LED flashlights? I see a lot of HID flashlights go up to 3000+ lumens! That's pretty much around what factory HID headlights are at aren't they? And is Xenon different than HID? Tried to google it and it's sorta different everywhere I go... Thanks!

[snake]

Anybody know where to buy Fenix or Surefire mini flashlights locally???

[syee]

Google (by way of CPF) gave me this place for Surefire:

Home - Europe Bound (http://europebound.com/store/)

and here for Fenix and Surefire (and some other brands like Streamlight:

https://dstactical.com/index.php

You may want to call them first to see if they stock any of these though...might be special order items.

[Gh0stRider]

i get my surefire stuff at ds tactical in new west.

[RRxtar]

Fenix Flashlights : Warriors and Wonders (http://www.warriorsandwonders.com/Fenix_Flashlights)
already posted on the first page in this thread

located in vancouver. also have a store front in vancouver.

[Psykopathik]

Does anyone have experience with HID flashlights? How do they compare to the LED flashlights? I see a lot of HID flashlights go up to 3000+ lumens! That's pretty much around what factory HID headlights are at aren't they? And is Xenon different than HID? Tried to google it and it's sorta different everywhere I go... Thanks!

HID only useful for showing off. takes too long to achieve full brightness. eats power like a mofo. also too damn bright to use, no dimming ability.

I had one. useless.

[skyxx]

Okay I bit the bullet and bought a 4Sevens Quark AA-2 R5. I know it isn't the "X" model but it's good enough. The X model would be nice at 280 but it's like $15 more. Don't feel like spending the extra at the moment.

Anyway, slight off-topic. Warriors and wonders will be closing their retail store front in about 2 months. They will still continue to operate through their webstore and will have a Pickup option/office when they close their retail store. Something about the market being too competitive and they are just exhausted. Had a decent time dealing with them today with my purchase.

Found something extremely retarded lol.

http://www.warriorsandwonders.com/Olight_Flashlights/Olight_SR90_SST-90_Intimadator_Rechargeable_2200_Lumens

[J-Chow]

Bringing up an old thread, but

warriorsandwonders is having a clearance on their surefire flashlights, picked up a g2x for good price (since they are already so damn expensive lol)

Going Gear - Going Gear - Smyrna, Georgia (http://www.goinggear.com) is US based, but type in sootch00 for 10% discount
la police gear also has brand named flashlights for sale, type in Tac1 for 10% off.

After reading this thread last year, I unfortunately became a flashaholic :lol

[syee]

Bringing up an old thread, but

warriorsandwonders is having a clearance on their surefire flashlights, picked up a g2x for good price (since they are already so damn expensive lol)

Going Gear - Going Gear - Smyrna, Georgia (http://www.goinggear.com) is US based, but type in sootch00 for 10% discount
la police gear also has brand named flashlights for sale, type in Tac1 for 10% off.

After reading this thread last year, I unfortunately became a flashaholic :lol

Nice price! Just an FYI though, that's the older model. The newer G2X's are 320/15 lumens. I just picked up one of the newer models of the G2X for $70 on eBay not too long ago.

[Skittlez160]

http://images.knifecenter.com/knifecenter/surefire/images/e2dlbk.jpg


+1 for the E2DL, I carry mine in my pocket. :fullofwin:

[Skittlez160]

price and where at?

I buy all my stuff from 911Supply.ca - Supplier of all Emergency Services - Home (http://www.911supply.ca)

But as mentioned, DS Tactical also carries the batteries. Buying a box is definitely the economical way to go. A pack of 2 CR123 at London Drugs is $18-$22 where as a box of 12 from 911supply or similar is around $32-$35.

[godwin]

CR123 is originally designed to be a lithium battery.. of course rechargeable NiMH will never get to the same preformance.

Dang, just did a little bit more research. Alot of the Fenix and Surefires isn't great with rechargeable CR123a. WTF man. lol If they are used they can only be used on the MAX setting or something. Lame.

[Matlock]

Costco has a $15 3-pack of 200 lumen led flash lights complete with batteries. The quality is not bad. Some of my older 150 lumen lights from costco died after being rough with them in construction work. I should have kept the packaging and receipts. Good for the money though.

[J-Chow]

+1 for costcos 3 pack flashlights. If you ain't picky about quality, fit and finish, give them a try. But once you purchase your first pricey flashlight, you can easily tell the differences. Gotta pay to play lol.

Cr123s are relatively expensive locally. A pack of 12 surefire cr123s go for $29.99. Preferably, I'd go with deal extremes cr123s, and/or 18650 batteries which you can rarely find.

Mackoutdoors is also another local dealer in Abby that sells decent flashies as well.

[some_punk]

+1 for the E2DL, I carry mine in my pocket. :fullofwin:

Same here. I use it at work all the time as a hammer too. I really want to get a surefire hellfire with 2300 lumens but I dont have the 2g to get one.
And for the cree lights, they are bright but they are built like shit. Had 2 of them bought off amazon for cheap. Both of them were rechareable and pretty bright, but they both broke after a few weeks of use.

[hopalong]

I've been using my Streamlight jr led for work for years. Super durable and pretty heavy duty. I bought it from a snap on truck on sale for $50 so half off. Also the snap on guy said its lifetime warranty. Its never broke on me the last 3 years. I take it everywhere I go, seriously. Lol

http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x187/urndog/Streamlight%20Jr%20C4/StreamlightJrLedC4010.jpg

[J-Chow]

How big is that stream light? It looks like a mini mag but I can't tell the real size. Picture makes it look bigger than actual size lol
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[hopalong]

It's about the length of an average pen and probably 3/4 of inch thick.

[Psykopathik]

+1 for costcos 3 pack flashlights. If you ain't picky about quality, fit and finish, give them a try. But once you purchase your first pricey flashlight, you can easily tell the differences. Gotta pay to play lol.

Cr123s are relatively expensive locally. A pack of 12 surefire cr123s go for $29.99. Preferably, I'd go with deal extremes cr123s, and/or 18650 batteries which you can rarely find.

Mackoutdoors is also another local dealer in Abby that sells decent flashies as well.

you can get rechargeable CR123 from ebay or dealextreme.

[Ulic Qel-Droma]

the best flashlights are those jerk off self powered ones.

emergencies=/=batteries.

[blkgsr]

4Sevens Quark...i have one, not sure of model but it's awesome...got another one for christmas too

[impactX]

Just ordered a Fenix TK35 with the new U2 bulb... tempted to get the TK22 as well.

[Recon604]

i have the fenix tk41. So bright LOL Fenix Flashlights TK41 LED Flashlight (http://www.fenixlighting.com/products/fenix-flashlights-tk41-led-flashlight.aspx)

its awesome

[impactX]

^ was looking at that as well but I prefer the buttons being placed at the end of the tube.

It's probably a matter of time before these manufacturers use the U3 bulbs (even brighter at the same current).

[Gunsmokez]

NVM found it

Ordered the Fenix TK 35 + 2 3400 mAH re-chargeable and charger.

[J-Chow]

If you get a chance,

take a look at Klarus. I picked this up last year, it's still my emergency / self defense flashlight. Bought the diffuser and aggressive strike bezel with it :)

XT11- (http://www.klaruslight.com/plist_show.php?id=2&lge=en)
600 lumens

Also ordered a Nitecore MT26 with max 800 lumens. :devil:

Going Gear - NiteCore Multi Task Series MT26 800 Lumen 2 x CR123 / 1 x 18650 CREE XM-L U2 LED Flashlight - Flashlights - Flashlights (http://goinggear.com/flashlights/flashlights/nitecore-multi-task-series-mt26-800-lumen-2-x-cr123-1-x-18650-cree-xm-l-u2-led-flashlight.html)