What's a good tactical light ?

DWD445 · Post by **DWD445** » Sat Sep 03, 2016 10:49 pm

Opinions wanted
What do you like for a small super bright flash light, rechargeable prefered.
Any op on the Atomic Beam on TV ?
Nothing too high dollar, but decent.
Thanks, Dave

Henry88 · Post by **Henry88** » Sun Sep 04, 2016 2:36 am

For the last 5 + years I've been using those Ozark Trail flashlights at Walmart. I have at least four of them; one in each car, etc.

For the money I don't think you can beat them. They're in the Walmart camping isle.

Post by **daytime dave** » Sun Sep 04, 2016 10:33 am

Dave,

Without knowing your intended purpose for the light, I would suggest this light. I carry it daily on my belt when wearing jeans. It takes one AA battery. It can be set on super bright, or three different strengths of light with a click of the cap. I use rechargeables in mine. If you want some thing brighter, there are plenty of offerings from Fenix. I have several of their lights for different tasks. Their products are well made.

http://www.fenix-store.com/fenix-ld11-g ... lashlight/

Give us an idea of what you want it for and we'll see what pops up.

Post by **Sir Henry** » Sun Sep 04, 2016 11:55 am

I like Maglite which is made in the U.S.A. I must have a couple dozen ranging from a single AAA cell to a six D cell. That six D cell flashlight also makes a good weapon and you can buy an end for them which will break a windshield.

DWD445 · Post by **DWD445** » Sun Sep 04, 2016 7:25 pm

DD, something along those sytles, new tech. bright, small, rechargeable, maybe a little cheaper but not crap.
[quote="Sir Henry"]I like Maglite which is made in the U.S.A. I must have a couple dozen ranging from a single AAA cell to a six D cell. That six D cell flashlight also makes a good weapon.
Got the 4 D cell mag. and several AA mini mags. The small ones just don't last for me, and newer stuff is brighter.
Was curious about the Atomic Beam, saw one on feebay for 12.00. But TV stuff is usually junk !!

Post by **Sir Henry** » Mon Sep 05, 2016 11:28 am

Are you talking about the batteries on the smaller ones not lasting? The L.E.D. bulbs are a lot more expensive but will make the batteries last a long time.

DWD445 · Post by **DWD445** » Mon Sep 05, 2016 9:35 pm

Actually, SH it was the ground contact/switches that would screw up, and you'd have to tap it or shake it and it w/go out when you needed it !!
Tried LED bulbs too and they lose your magnification feature. Just trying to "modernize", but about the size of a AA mag.

Post by **White Squirrel** » Mon Sep 05, 2016 9:38 pm

Sir Henry wrote:Are you talking about the batteries on the smaller ones not lasting? The L.E.D. bulbs are a lot more expensive but will make the batteries last a long time.

I have the LED Maglites in each of my vehicles, my nightstand, workbench, and several other places.

Post by **Hitman** » Mon Sep 05, 2016 9:58 pm

Check out www.the survivalistdepot.com
Rechargeable and very bright with a focusing lens. Battery last real good.

DWD445 · Post by **DWD445** » Tue Sep 06, 2016 10:12 am

Hitman wrote:Check out http://www.the survivalistdepot.com
Rechargeable and very bright with a focusing lens. Battery last real good.

You didn't copy the whole link, but I found it.
https://www.thesurvivalistdepot.com/col ... aQodxZYPOQ
Was on sale 29.99, free ship. Came w/battery and charger.
A lot of others did not and some were more $$, Guess I'll try it and let y'all know
Thanks everyone !

Post by **Sir Henry** » Tue Sep 06, 2016 11:45 am

Let us know how you like it.

Post by **daytime dave** » Tue Sep 06, 2016 4:29 pm

It sounds like just what you want. I'd be interested in hearing how you like it too.

Post by **Hitman** » Tue Sep 06, 2016 8:18 pm

I love mine. I start walking early in the mornings before it gets light and it is very bright and the battery holds up very good.
Plus you can go from spot to flood.

Post by **daytime dave** » Tue Sep 06, 2016 9:18 pm

That's a pretty good endorsement. Thanks.

DWD445 · Post by **DWD445** » Tue Sep 06, 2016 11:04 pm

No confirmation yet, but I will let y'all know when I get it.
Thanks again, for ALL your help !!

Steve · Post by **Steve** » Wed Sep 07, 2016 4:56 pm

I use one of quality I demand of anything I bet my life, and the life of my family on. I also use weapon mounted.

DWD445 · Post by **DWD445** » Fri Sep 09, 2016 10:32 am

STILL no confirmation !! I called yesterday and left message...nothing ??
I emailed today and they did respond w/generic request received and being reviewed by staff ??

W/free ship I didn't expect speed, but a confirmation would be nice !!
They got right on the CC charge

DWD445 · Post by **DWD445** » Sat Sep 10, 2016 9:30 pm

Emailed them and they said "coming from international warehouse" [china?]
But have tracking # for inter. shipping 7-10 days, then fed ex 2-3 !

DWD445 · Post by **DWD445** » Wed Sep 14, 2016 10:51 am

International shipping shows it on a plane and location info still in Chinese

Post by **daytime dave** » Thu Sep 15, 2016 7:04 am

Good luck. I hope it's worth the wait.

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