==================Flashlight Recommendation Checklist================
xxx This will be mail-order or Online (location doesn't matter).
2) Budget: An easy question, but you may change your mind after answering the rest!
xxx Up to $50.
3) Format:
xxx I want a flashlight (hand held/self contained).
I had a Fenix MC 11 which I quite liked. Currently have a Rofis Mr 70 which I like as well. looking for a double A flashlight for nite time insect identification. ____________________________________________
4) Size:
xxx TINY - Every day carry (2-4 inches).
xxx SMALL - Every day carry (4-7 inches).
5) Emitter/Light source:
xxx LED (known for efficiency, longevity, and compactness)
6) Manufacturer:
xxx I want to buy a light from a large/traditional manufacturer that is ready to go out of the box.
xxx I would like a light from a specialty manufacturer (Possibly limited run/Custom).
xxx I am interested in assembling my own components. (for example a "host" or flashlight body from one manufacturer, and a "drop-in" emitter from another source).
7) What power source do you want to use?
xxx I intend to use "Primary"/Disposable Alkaline batteries based on the usual AAA/AA/C/D sized cells common to most stores.
xxx I intend to use Rechargeable cells (NiMH or NiCD) based on the usual AAA/AA/C/D sized cells common to most stores.
Really want a single AA light, but might consider some other power source. This is to be my insect finding, dark backalley light. I have a Rofis MR 70 as my powerbank, light up the path hiking light.
7a) If you have selected a rechargeable option
xxx I don't care, I can charge every nite.
8) How much genuine out the front (OTF) light do you want/need? Sometimes you can have too much light (trying to read up close up with a 100 lumen light is not a happy experience).
xxx (150-300 lumens).
9) Flood vs Throw: Flood covers an area, Throw reaches out to a distance.
xxx Narrow Throw: I want a beam with a very tight "hot center" and minimal "side-spill". Good for distance viewing, fog, and looking through dense undergrowth.
xxx Less than 1 yard/meter (reading, other close work)
xxx 30-50 yards/meters (I have a big backyard)
Hoping to get a little single AA light with the highest candlepower, nice tight hotspot that will light up a spider or other bug in a natural light for taking pics. Throw is important, want that nice tight hotspot.
10) Runtime: Not over-inflated manufacturer runtime claims, but usable brightness measured from first activation to 50% with new batteries (Measured on maximum continuous output).
xxx Up to 30 minutes (I want the brightest [and potentially smallest] light for brief periods)
xxx 30-60 minutes (I have plenty of batteries just ready to be changed)
11) Durability/Usage: Generally the old phrase "you get what you pay for" is very accurate for flashlights.
xxx Very Important (Camping, Backpacking, Car Glove-box).
12) Switch Size, Type, and location (choose all that apply):
xxx I don't know.
xxx Other, please specify __A fast operating switch preferable. _________________.
13) User Interface (UI) and mode selection. Select all that apply.
Maybe I want multiple light levels. (Some lights have 5-16 light levels.)
Maybe I want a programmable light.
Maybe I want a selector ring.
No I want a strobe mode. (Oscillating pattern to confuse/blind aka "Police Mode")
No I want SOS mode. (blinks in ...---... emergency pattern)
No I want a beacon mode. (Regular flashes at full power to show location.)
14)Material/Finish/Coating
xxx I don't care.
15) Water resistance
xxx IPX8 (Submersible to greater than 1 meter for 4 hours)
16) Storage condition:
Edc pocket carry
xxx Pocket/belt clip
xxx Holster
xxx This will be mail-order or Online (location doesn't matter).
2) Budget: An easy question, but you may change your mind after answering the rest!
xxx Up to $50.
3) Format:
xxx I want a flashlight (hand held/self contained).
I had a Fenix MC 11 which I quite liked. Currently have a Rofis Mr 70 which I like as well. looking for a double A flashlight for nite time insect identification. ____________________________________________
4) Size:
xxx TINY - Every day carry (2-4 inches).
xxx SMALL - Every day carry (4-7 inches).
5) Emitter/Light source:
xxx LED (known for efficiency, longevity, and compactness)
6) Manufacturer:
xxx I want to buy a light from a large/traditional manufacturer that is ready to go out of the box.
xxx I would like a light from a specialty manufacturer (Possibly limited run/Custom).
xxx I am interested in assembling my own components. (for example a "host" or flashlight body from one manufacturer, and a "drop-in" emitter from another source).
7) What power source do you want to use?
xxx I intend to use "Primary"/Disposable Alkaline batteries based on the usual AAA/AA/C/D sized cells common to most stores.
xxx I intend to use Rechargeable cells (NiMH or NiCD) based on the usual AAA/AA/C/D sized cells common to most stores.
Really want a single AA light, but might consider some other power source. This is to be my insect finding, dark backalley light. I have a Rofis MR 70 as my powerbank, light up the path hiking light.
7a) If you have selected a rechargeable option
xxx I don't care, I can charge every nite.
8) How much genuine out the front (OTF) light do you want/need? Sometimes you can have too much light (trying to read up close up with a 100 lumen light is not a happy experience).
xxx (150-300 lumens).
9) Flood vs Throw: Flood covers an area, Throw reaches out to a distance.
xxx Narrow Throw: I want a beam with a very tight "hot center" and minimal "side-spill". Good for distance viewing, fog, and looking through dense undergrowth.
xxx Less than 1 yard/meter (reading, other close work)
xxx 30-50 yards/meters (I have a big backyard)
Hoping to get a little single AA light with the highest candlepower, nice tight hotspot that will light up a spider or other bug in a natural light for taking pics. Throw is important, want that nice tight hotspot.
10) Runtime: Not over-inflated manufacturer runtime claims, but usable brightness measured from first activation to 50% with new batteries (Measured on maximum continuous output).
xxx Up to 30 minutes (I want the brightest [and potentially smallest] light for brief periods)
xxx 30-60 minutes (I have plenty of batteries just ready to be changed)
11) Durability/Usage: Generally the old phrase "you get what you pay for" is very accurate for flashlights.
xxx Very Important (Camping, Backpacking, Car Glove-box).
12) Switch Size, Type, and location (choose all that apply):
xxx I don't know.
xxx Other, please specify __A fast operating switch preferable. _________________.
13) User Interface (UI) and mode selection. Select all that apply.
Maybe I want multiple light levels. (Some lights have 5-16 light levels.)
Maybe I want a programmable light.
Maybe I want a selector ring.
No I want a strobe mode. (Oscillating pattern to confuse/blind aka "Police Mode")
No I want SOS mode. (blinks in ...---... emergency pattern)
No I want a beacon mode. (Regular flashes at full power to show location.)
14)Material/Finish/Coating
xxx I don't care.
15) Water resistance
xxx IPX8 (Submersible to greater than 1 meter for 4 hours)
16) Storage condition:
Edc pocket carry
xxx Pocket/belt clip
xxx Holster