Whats the best EDC light? The one im looking for must be able to use AA and/or 14500 batteries, pocket sized, and under $50.
So far the ones I've narrowed it down to are:
Fenix LD11
NiteCore MT1A
Zebralight sc52w (found one used for $50)
Uses would consist of EDC, and outdoors activities (Worst case scenario - Working my way down a mountain in Mexico at night.)
Any other suggestions?
Those are some bulky flashlights for edc but the trade off for higher lumens seems worth it.i would recommend the thrunite ti5 but it takes aaa's. And it about a thrid as bright as those.
>>28508419
These are about as big as I would go personally. They seem to be relatively pocket compatible too, IMO
Take a look at Thrunite's models as well.
Vizeri VZ230
>>28508386
Check out CountyComm.com they have some really nice Edc flashlights that use AA
>>28508481
The ThruNite Archer 1A V2 CW looks fucking great.
>>28508504
>Vizeri VZ230
Night light, but too big.
>>28508540
I'll check it out, thanks
Have gotten a ton of use out of my Fenix E12. Candlepowerforums would tell you to get the Zebralight if you don't mind complexity, they're superb.
Those all look pretty good. Not sure what the difference is in terms of quality and warranty tho
>>28508774
Whats going on in this pic? Is that a tattoo?
>>28508774
>>28508832
Oh shit lol i just saw the swastika
>>28508386
This is what I have for my EDC, OP. The Thrunite Archer 1A. I really like it for a small, single AA edc light. Plenty bright for most things you'd need and the firefly mode is great for using in a dark house when you don't want to blind yourself or wake someone up.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00K70NECE/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1452541737&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=Thrunite+archer&dpPl=1&dpID=41kNbcew9FL&ref=plSrch
>>28508386
olight S1
Fenix is the bomb, look at an ld22 and pd35 lights
I daily carry a Fenix PD35. It slips right into my pocket and is not the least bit intrusive. Quality 18650 batteries are cheap and common as well.
>>28509055
Not sure ill be needing 1000 lumens, lol. Also, a bit out of my price range. But damn, nice light yo
>>28509336
Keep an eye on Amazon. Sometimes you'll find a PD35 with a couple batteries and charger included for pretty cheap.
If youre using it for self defense my primary rules are:
1 bulb. A 1200 Lumen Bulb is bright as fuck, but they can put 3 400 Lumen bulbs in and still sell it as a 1200 lumen flashlight and laugh as you just do the lighting work to your own rape film after wanting to save 20 bucks.
The Reflector should also be smooth, if they dont have a picture looking at the lens of the light then look for an image that does have it
>>28509657
not for self defense. Thats what my M&p 9 is for ;)
>>28508898
>>28508481
>>28508579
I'm gonna get the Thrunite 1A V2. Looks like its everything I need. Probably gonna pick up the LD 11 for higher output later down the line.
Thanks anons. Feel free to keep offering suggestions since Amazon purchases can be cancelled before it ships
>>28508928
this is the only answer.
>>28508386
Is there a good guide on LED flashlights, and measuring them against eachother?
Just because it's some crazy high lumens doesn't seem to necessarily mean it's that bright vs a lower lumen one.
Is it basically the lumens X the size of the actual led that makes one better than the other? Or strictly the wattage it takes?
>>28509752
>olight S1
only problem is Olight seems to have a lot of reports of them breaking after a few days/few months
>>28509956
i havent seen anything bad about them, was that on here or somewhere else?
i've only had my s1 for a short time, but no issues with it.
>>28510037
Almost every Olight on amazon has3-4 stars. But if you look at the rating, half of them are 4 or below with lots of complains about them breaking in the lower ratings.
>>28509956
That happens with almost all cheap lights. I've had streamlight, fenix, etc lights all break under use.
>>28509336
You actually want to - dazzle the opponent and kill their night vision.
Which rechargable batteries are the best for an EDC light? I bought the charging pack that came with like, 8 edisonbright 1000mAh batteries (low, I know but I can use them for other flashlights and electronics).
I was looking at these, any good?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JHKSN76?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=ox_sc_act_title_1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
5.11 XBT A2.
Sits in my back pocket and I mostly forget it's there.
I used to have an LD12 and found it to be a pretty good EDC light. I lost it while helping rescue some friends that drove their car off a cliff, though. (I think I set it down on the guardrail and then forgot to grab it when the cops showed up and cleared everybody out so the medevac helo could land.)
I think I may switch to an AAA light for my next one, there are some pretty damn bright ones now, and the size makes me more likely to carry it all the time. I'm not worried about "tactical" use, it's just a helpful utility tool.
>>28510877
For AAs Eneloop is the best for the price.
>>28513565
Nice! Glad to see someone who used that light. Do you remember the pros/cons you saw? Was it too big to EDC that youre switching to AAA?
>>28513821
Sweet, thanks. I'll go ahead and order the Pro's probably
>>28508386
>best EDC light
TLR-3
Thrunite tc10 v2 wins this entire thread. Somewhere near 1k lumens, great battery life, and microusb charge port.
>>28515650
this all the way
simple on/off
it won't light up the forest but you can see where you're going.
I use the 2 AAA stylus pro when I go hunting
>>28509773
budgetlightforum
Also, chinese lights are generally the best unless you're fine paying $200 for a fucking flashlight that costs $10 to make, less.
fasttech has a good selection of lights, convoy being fantastic all around
>>28508386
Bought this last year and still working great. Uses 1 18650 battery.
http://www.amazon com/gp/product/B00CE1EFCM?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00
>>28516000
Trips speak the truth.
>>28515528
It wasn't too big to EDC, but it was big enough to be annoying sometimes. I had to take it out of my pocket to drive, for example. If you're dedicated it's not terrible, but I'd rather have something that's so small and light that I forget it's even in my pocket.
Foursevens quark AA.
>>28508386
thrunite tn12
had it for over a year now as my EDC and work light
uses 2 rechargable batteries cant remember what number, and i have had this on full power and submerged it in water and left if on for over 20 minutes in a contest as who had the best light at work.
>>28516048
>Thinking $200 for a flashlight is a lot
Only Surefire I have which was that cheap was my P3X Fury.
>>28516455
It's a flashlight, it's a metal body with an extremely simple electronic circuit board regulating electricity flow, an LED (or multiple), and some o-rings for waterproofing. The hundred dollar "premium" flashlights have no better or very minimal increases in build quality compared to a Chinese rip-off light with the same specs for $40.
I will never understand why people spend so much for flashlights other than having the extra money to do so and an appreciation of the aesthetics (even though the Chinese lights can sometimes be the exact same minus the logo which is laser etched into the body)
>>28516430
>>28515753
Both are great lights, however, they are not AA compatible. The biggest issue for me is that I travel to a lot to shitty places (Guatemala, Mexico, Honduras, Europe, etc) which dont always have the CR123A's available at every corner. I understand I lose the lumens/duration but its something im alright with. Hopefully when i have more money to spend I can buy one of those as a dedicated hiking light or something.
>>28516494
Except you're wrong
http://www.weaponevolution.com/forum/showthread.php?2774-Surefire-X400-Streamlight-TLR-2-Design-Summary
>>28516560
completely understandable. All i know is that i bought the flashlight and CR123A(X2) with recharging station for under 100$ on amazon. I use the light everyday and havent changed my battery for probably 3 weeks now on a full charge. however i fully support any thrunite product as most of my friends are LE and FD and use them frequently
>>28509773
Check out a reviewer by the name of selfbuilt, on candlepowerforums.
The guy is super detailed. But, his archive of reviews has a section that compares by cell size/count, or form factor.
1XAA http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?224932-1xAA-Round-up-Review-Part-IV-RUNTIMES-BEAMSHOTS-amp-more!
I got a 9 LED flashlight at walmart for $1, works great
>>28516613
its fine that you dont want to accept that the expensive light you bought could be sold for much cheaper
>>28516679
Similar, I don't think I paid more than 5 bucks for mine
It has six LEDs, 4 of which actually work. One of the broken two flickers.
But work it does, and continues to do
>>28516615
Good to know! Yeah, I was torn between the PD11 and the Archer A1 V2.. but the thrunite had all the features I wanted, though I wish it was regulated and had slightler higher lumens and throw.. guess theres no such thing as the perfect flashlight, but for what it is, itll work great. Might pick up a Fenix down the line as well.
My dedicated headlamp is a princeton tec which is AWESOME. A nice handheld would compliment it perfectly
>>28516701
Everything we buy could be sold for much less than we pay for it. It doesnt change the fact that my lights are much higher quality than your no name Chinese lights. Pic related could be sold for a fraction of the price too, doesnt change the fact that I bought one.
>>28516746
>much higher quality
>>28516746
>I pay for the brand name
>AND I LIKE IT
>>28516770
I literally gave you a link to a Surefire vs Streamlight tear down, and you're recommending things below Streamlight. Stay jelly anon.
>>28516669
His Web page... Be warned. You can get lost in flashlight reviews.
http://www.flashlightreviews.ca/cpf.htm
I was originally looking for a small AA light for work. I ended up with the smallest 18650 light I could find. On high it puts out a disgusting wall of light. Has many usable modes.
I got one of these. From a local retailer, who also has a booth at the local gun shows.
http://eagletac.com/html/d25lc2rc/specs.html
>>28516789
>I wish I had a 15 degree bag that weighed less than 2 pounds
>I wish I had a job at McDonalds instead of being a NEET
>>28516818
>http://eagletac.com/html/d25lc2rc/specs.html
>Do not touch or attempt to clean the reflector, as it will scratch the reflective coating permanently.
Sure sounds like quality
>>28516865
>Do not touch or attempt to clean the reflector, as it will scratch the reflective coating permanently.
>Sure sounds like quality
Not him, but I have telescope lenses worth hundreds of dollars which have high quality coating on them but are easily damaged if not taken care of.
I wouldnt go saying that flashlight is of the same quality, however, it probably is a nice coating. Not durable apparently, but it doesnt mean its low quality.
Got a Ultrafire. $6 on Ebay. 1500 Lumens. Good shit.
>>28515650
this OP, i have one, can confirm its tiny and bright and only uses 1 AAA. battery lasts a long time and its pretty water resistant . literally clips perfectly in the change pocket of your jeans
>>28516914
>Not durable apparently, but it doesnt mean its low quality.
Yeah it is, otherwise the coating would be thick enough to not be permanently damaged by cleaning it. We're talking about a reflector here, not glass.
>but I have telescope lenses worth hundreds of dollars
Are you new here? Plenty of people have glass comparably expensive if not more so.
>>28517011
>>28515650
>>28516000
How does the streamlight stack up against the ThruNite Ti, or even the Olight Olight-i3S?
>>28517049
>>28516865
>>28516746
>>28516613
>>28516455
Step it down, kiddo. You're getting pretty rustled over flashlights.. Do you have anything else worth living for?
>>28517049
How does posting a picture of an overpriced optic that you'll never use to its potential change anything? I was simply making a comparison, not trying to compete with you. Stop trying to outdo everyone in this thread
>>28517090
>Do you have anything else worth living for?
No, all I do is shit post in gear threads to show that i'm a good consumer.
>>28517061
no idea, never seen or touched those ones you listed. just know my streamlight is a nice little piece, had it for almost 2 years now. its pretty bright for 1 AAA battery, and its so light/small you can literally always have it on you
>>28517116
>How does posting a picture of an overpriced optic that you'll never use to its potential change anything?
What does it change? It allows me to adjust the brightness compared to the Doctor Optik on my FNP45T.
>Stop trying to outdo everyone in this thread
no
Also wtf is up with pic related? I took a different screenshot of my Hoplite order and 4chan thinks its malware
>>28517119
>buying thousands in plates and optics for an unrealistic shtf scenario
So.... just how fat are you? Can you please post a picture of your hand?
>>28517149
>So.... just how fat are you?
6'4", 210lbs
>>28517061
Streamlight is the primary supplier internationally for firefighters.
Take a minute and ask yourself who is more abusive to a flashlight than a firefighter.
>>28517177
Fat and greasy hands.
I rest my case.
>>28517189
lol, this is true. And im assuming the streamlights have held up remarkably well?
>>28517177
>>28517230
Soft hands, so is this daddy's money or mommy's?
>>28517242
There are few competitors who try, and Streamlight consistantly outlives them. I wont deny that surefire's reflectors and lenses are bad ass. I just dont know that their performance advantage is worth the cost, and whilst I'm sure it's possible? I've never seen a broken TLR-1.
>>28517230
>>28517251
stay jelly manlets
>Streamlight consistantly outlives them
lol no see >>28516613
>>28517251
>I've never seen a broken TLR-1.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Gtl_9OBA1o
>>28517276
thats not broken bro, shit still works. The glass lens on any light can be busted.
>>28517294
NO YOURE WRONG! SUREFIRE IS THE BEST! GLASS MADE OF DIAMONDS REINFORCED WITH MY OWN SEMEN TO HARDEN ITS COATING!
>>28517294
pic related
>>28517312
Saphire lens on the lasers, not diamonds.
>>28517319
uh oh spaghetti ohs
>>28508386
Phone flashlight.
Eye sight & night sights on the P938
Viridian X5L on the P226
>>28517355
>dropped from the 2nd story of a house on to rocks
your stream light would be a million pieces
>>28517319
oops!
>>28517389
>this advanced level of butthurt
you do realize I never made a claim about them being invulnerable and having never broken, but you did with Streamlight >>28517251
>>28517319
>>28517355
>>28517384
>>28517389
I'm really sorry about your dick, bro. Maybe look into jelquing? It should help your confidence when you make it past 4 inches
>>28517416
I said I'd never seen one, and I havent. I do not dispute that they are made by human hands, and thus not actually invulnerable.My bad I still typed it, so allow me to rephrase more accurately.
I've never been able to break mine, despite abuse. I've likewise never seen one broken in person. They are not invulnerable, but they are remarkably durable.
Fairnuff?
I carry a Fenix PD35 or a Fenix LD20
>>28517431
>i've never been in a gear queer thread before
>>28517431
>>659659
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My EDC light. I went USB rechargeable because I need to use it for at least 3-4 hours a day and buying batteries at that rate is too expensive for me.
Powered by an 18650 cell, 5 brightness settings (14/50/180/480/960) with an independent momentatry/on pressure tailcap switch.
I really like this thing. It's big, but I use it constantly throughout the night, it's pretty much a primary light source, not a back up.
>>28517501
>having to justify useless purchases by bandinh together with other autists
>>28517544
Zed, get out of here
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=-JVqRy0sWWY
>>28519377
>uses 1000wt led set up for Home defense
>disintegrate intruder
>along with rest of house
Where can I buy one?
>>28519377
>>28519915
Also, this shit reminds me of the light used in the movie "Troll Hunter"
Fuck yeah..
>>28508386
http://www.amazon.com/UltraFire%C2%AE-300LM-Flashlight-Adjustable-Lamp-Red/dp/B00M9ZOJVK/ref=sr_1_6?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1452617881
$3, metal construction and bright as fuck for something that runs off 1 AA.
>>28508386
I'm using Fenix E11.
>>28517251
I've had several streamlight lights break in use. Their Chinese made lights seem especially subpar in quality. Streamlight are now especially a company that embodies a modern multinational company mentality. Cheap shit out, outsource as much of the product as you can, and reap the benefits of the reduced costs.
