Simple Flashlight Recommendation?

[emr454]

I'd like to know if anyone can recommend me a simple light for edc. I don't often go anywhere at night but I'd like to have one just in case.

Here's what I'm looking for:

Cost: around $40-50
LED
AA batteries preferred
~200 lumens
tailcap switch
Simple ON/OFF (don't need strobe or other power levels, etc)

Any ideas? I've tried to search but found a lot of lights have more features than I want.

Eric

[DefensiveCarry.com]

[ghost tracker]

Surefire, Pelican, Streamlite and a host of Chinese knockoffs that folks will tell you are "just as good" as the three I've mentioned.

[68blackbird]

I'd like to know if anyone can recommend me a simple light for edc. I don't often go anywhere at night but I'd like to have one just in case.

Here's what I'm looking for:

Cost: around $40-50
LED
AA batteries preferred
~200 lumens
tailcap switch
Simple ON/OFF (don't need strobe or other power levels, etc)

Any ideas? I've tried to search but found a lot of lights have more features than I want.

Eric

I have 2 of these...120 Lumens, plenty bright enough for us...plus you get a extra "kick'...

Police Force 5,000,000 Tactical Flashlight / Stungun

[dlquinn71]

Get a streamlight protac AA battery...not real expensive and well worth the money

[TheConcealer]

Streamlight ProTac series. Can't go wrong.

[QKShooter]

The NEBO Redline. I have one that I have beat up pretty good by now and it's still running like a champ. I bought 2 more for our BOBs and one for my Brother and a slightly different one for my nephew.

The Redline is great and I thing I paid in the $20.00 range for them on ebay. The downside is that they are a bit fat for daily pocket carry. Fine in a jacket pocket though.

Note: The included AAA batteries suck. Just buy new Energizers.

I really like this light. I am not a big "flashlight guy" and not a flashlight expert. I know that many folk swear by one brand or the other but, they are pretty much all made in the same place in...you guessed it...CHINA. The NEBO Redline passed my test. It has a machined Aluminum housing - it always works - that's good enough for me. I don't use weapon mounted lights - if I did I would probably get better informed on flashlight idiosyncrasy. I am very happy w/ this one though even for survival & Bug Out apps. I am not certain that this light is a true 220 Lum but, it works for me.

Nebo Redline High-Powered LED Flashlight w/220 Lums w/Batteries


Settings – 220 lumens / 110 lumens / 22 lumens / S.O.S. / Defensive Strobe


Runtime – 100% - 4 hours of continuous illumination
50% - 8 hours of continuous illumination

10% - 15 hours of continuous illumination
S.O.S. - 72 hours of continuous illumination
Strobe - 72 hours of continuous illumination


Length – 4.5”
Diameter – 1.5”
Weight – 0.428 lbs.
Batteries – 3 AAA batteries (included)

[joker1]

I'd like to know if anyone can recommend me a simple light for edc. I don't often go anywhere at night but I'd like to have one just in case.

Here's what I'm looking for:

Cost: around $40-50
LED
AA batteries preferred
~200 lumens
tailcap switch
Simple ON/OFF (don't need strobe or other power levels, etc)

Any ideas? I've tried to search but found a lot of lights have more features than I want.

Eric

Fenix LD10
Cost about $50.00
LED
1 AA battery
100 lumens
Tailcap Switch

Simple ON/OFF=kinda (1 click=ON full brightness, 2nd click=OFF, slight press with it on=strobe Twist head of light slightly 1 click=ON but dim, 2nd click=OFF, slight press with it on=brighter, another slight press=even brighter, another slight press=S.O.S. function)

Somewhat of a strike bezel
Sturdy steel clip, nylon holster, lanyard
Overall length 4 inches
3/4 inch diameter
Picture a roll of nicklels

I know it's a little more and less of what you want but it's a handly light and my EDC. The lower brightness levels are very useful, not so much for defense but for everyday situations and could aid stealth also.

[luvmy40]

TerraLUX TLF-3002AA-BK LightStar

2 AA

Rated 300 lumens High, 100 lumens low, tail clicky, on off no momentary on.

$36.00

[emr454]

Ahhh! Too many choices

Here is what I currently have:
US Army Strong Torch 9 Led Flashlight Black Aluminium Including Batteries | eBay (given to me by a recruiter friend)

Shop Task Force LED Flashlight at Lowes.com


I don't carry either one of these because they are kinda fat. I may try to make a kydex holster for them one day, but I'd like something a little brighter.

So far, the Streamlight ProTac and Terralux flashlights are looking like really good deals, but part of me can't resist the idea of checking out Lowes, Walmart, or Sears for new flashlights (this must be how the addiction begins!)

Eric

[whoppo]

TerraLUX TLF-3002AA-BK LightStar

2 AA

Rated 300 lumens High, 100 lumens low, tail clicky, on off no momentary on.

$36.00

BatteryJunction also has them as a two-fer special for $55.00, bringing the price down to $27.50 each when you buy two.

2 x TerraLUX SALE: TerraLUX LightStar 300 LED Flashlight - 300 Lumens - Uses 2 x AA

[luvmy40]

whoppo,
Great find! I missed that when I linked to Battery Junction.
I just ordered a couple more and some rechargeable NiMh AAs to go into the glove boxes.

These really are great utility lights and the smaller 80 lumen 2xAAA is fantastic for close quarters work. I use mine everyday for inspection and trouble shooting Mail Processing Equipment. The bite band is a life saver!

[cataylor]

I agree that there are way too many choices out there. I use a flashlight daily at work and I've had great success with Streamlight and Fenix flashlights. The Fenix LD25 looks like it might fit your needs pretty well and the folks at BatteryJunction.com have always treated me well.

In the past I've found a few good Rayovacs at Wal-Mart or Home Depot. If you venture to one of the big box stores I would suggest looking for the Rayovac Outdoor Sportsman or the Roughneck/Professional Grade lines. These are usually reasonably priced and hold up fairly well.

Good luck in your search.

[Munch]

BBQbuy@7w 300lm Mini Cree Led Flashlight Torch Adjustable Focus Zoom Light Lamp - Amazon.com Bestdeal777 has the 3 function lights.

[smousefam5]

Another vote for the Streamlight Protac.

[AS90]

Fenix E11.

1 AA, 105 lumens, tail switch, momentary on.

EDC light and I love it.