Hello everybody. I am in search of a quality flashlight that will hopefully last a long time and meet my personal needs. In my search I have found the number of flashlights available to be overwhelming, even from just a few manufacturers. I am positive there are still many manufacturers that I am unaware of. For this reason I have decided to simply ask the nice folks here at Candle Power Forums who can give me an educated recommendation. Mainly I need a flashlight for fishing at night sometimes out of a kayak. The kayak part is what will demand higher performance/durability. I will also be using this light for general use and it will stay in my truck until fishing or hunting time.
1) How would you prefer to purchase the light?
No preference. I am located in northern Alabama.
2) Budget:
Obviously the lower the price the better, but I would like to keep it under $200.
3) Format:
I want a flashlight (hand held/self contained).
4) Size:
EDC size would be best. It will need to be able to fit into a pocket of my shirt or life vest, or an easily accessible holster while sitting in a kayak. Accessibility while in my kayak is my biggest concern.
5) Emitter/Light source:
I would prefer LED but I am open to any suggestions.
6) Manufacturer:
No preference of specific manufacturer as long as it is ready to use out of the box.
7) What power source do you want to use?
Disposable batteries would be preferable. The ability to use rechargeable would be nice but not a necessity. No proprietary rechargeable batteries.
8) How much genuine out the front (OTF) light do you want/need?
Bright enough to light up a small field sized area before entering, but a low light mode for changing bait etc.
9) Flood vs Throw:
More flood would be better I think. A wider area of view would be more important than seeing a small spot a mile away where I fish.
9a) Distance: How far away will you typically need to see with this light
1-50 yards
10) Runtime:
Because of my disposable battery preference a longer battery life would be preferable.
11) Durability/Usage:
Very important. I will not abuse it, but it will be used in rough outdoors conditions.
12) Switch Size, Type, and location (choose all that apply):
No preference
13) User Interface (UI) and mode selection. Select all that apply.
At least 2 light levels and a strobe/SOS/any other flashing mode for safety.
14)Material/Finish/Coating
Anything but plastic.
15) Water resistance
Water resistance is very important. It will get wet on nearly every outing.
16) Storage conditions
Normally in truck tool box when not in use.
17) Special Needs/extras: Is there anything else you want or need that hasn't been mentioned? Select any/all below.
A pocket clip that can clip onto a hat bill would be great but nothing a really needed.
Thanks everybody.
1) How would you prefer to purchase the light?
No preference. I am located in northern Alabama.
2) Budget:
Obviously the lower the price the better, but I would like to keep it under $200.
3) Format:
I want a flashlight (hand held/self contained).
4) Size:
EDC size would be best. It will need to be able to fit into a pocket of my shirt or life vest, or an easily accessible holster while sitting in a kayak. Accessibility while in my kayak is my biggest concern.
5) Emitter/Light source:
I would prefer LED but I am open to any suggestions.
6) Manufacturer:
No preference of specific manufacturer as long as it is ready to use out of the box.
7) What power source do you want to use?
Disposable batteries would be preferable. The ability to use rechargeable would be nice but not a necessity. No proprietary rechargeable batteries.
8) How much genuine out the front (OTF) light do you want/need?
Bright enough to light up a small field sized area before entering, but a low light mode for changing bait etc.
9) Flood vs Throw:
More flood would be better I think. A wider area of view would be more important than seeing a small spot a mile away where I fish.
9a) Distance: How far away will you typically need to see with this light
1-50 yards
10) Runtime:
Because of my disposable battery preference a longer battery life would be preferable.
11) Durability/Usage:
Very important. I will not abuse it, but it will be used in rough outdoors conditions.
12) Switch Size, Type, and location (choose all that apply):
No preference
13) User Interface (UI) and mode selection. Select all that apply.
At least 2 light levels and a strobe/SOS/any other flashing mode for safety.
14)Material/Finish/Coating
Anything but plastic.
15) Water resistance
Water resistance is very important. It will get wet on nearly every outing.
16) Storage conditions
Normally in truck tool box when not in use.
17) Special Needs/extras: Is there anything else you want or need that hasn't been mentioned? Select any/all below.
A pocket clip that can clip onto a hat bill would be great but nothing a really needed.
Thanks everybody.
