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Flashlight Enthusiast
I have 2-3 D-sized Maglites and literally do not remember the last time I used one. I may have used one last time in 2008, the one with the Malkoff module. I also have 2 newer 3D Maglites that are not able to accept a module swap and they are essentially as powerful as (older) Malkoff.
with the widespread usage of 18650-based lites that offer both runtime and throw at a small fraction of the weight and bulk, there is no more purpose for D or even C sized mags.
Other than using them as gifts. They make great gifts. J6Ps think they are the ultimate. A new LED based Mag still looks like it's from the 1980's, for a bit of nostalgia (if you don't look at the business end).
Actually I do have a Mag with a Nite-Ize module. The only thing it's good for is extended power outage. And even then I am not sure it's any better than my Malkoff M61LLL running on AA cells, either 2AA or 3AA (Thanks FiveMega) - out of regulation and with lower lumens but increased runtime.
I do have very cool rechargeable D NiMH cells, need to check on their status. I did use them in something else however.
All in all, I think the 2x123 or 1x18650 form factor is one size fits all.
with the widespread usage of 18650-based lites that offer both runtime and throw at a small fraction of the weight and bulk, there is no more purpose for D or even C sized mags.
Other than using them as gifts. They make great gifts. J6Ps think they are the ultimate. A new LED based Mag still looks like it's from the 1980's, for a bit of nostalgia (if you don't look at the business end).
Actually I do have a Mag with a Nite-Ize module. The only thing it's good for is extended power outage. And even then I am not sure it's any better than my Malkoff M61LLL running on AA cells, either 2AA or 3AA (Thanks FiveMega) - out of regulation and with lower lumens but increased runtime.
I do have very cool rechargeable D NiMH cells, need to check on their status. I did use them in something else however.
All in all, I think the 2x123 or 1x18650 form factor is one size fits all.