Raoul_Duke
Enlightened
Hello CPF'ers...A long time ago now I used to hang out here...Still have a bunch of lights (Used to be into Maglight modding/ incans mainly) but for an EDC flashlight I used to have surefires/ incan and later moved to LED...
I bought an Overready Boss and it knocked all the other lights out of my pocket.
However, I recently lost it, so short of buying a direct replacement I am checking if there is any other alternatives.
I had my Boss set up simply:
2 x 18350's (Was still running two AW IMR 18630's when I lost it) That was the most powerful/ smallest form factor at the time...happy to go a little bit bigger if needed but like the 18650 body format as it makes it fit in a pocket easier.
Straight to turbo, then step down to lower modes..
I would like to be able to do the same as have on rare occasion needed to go straight to full brightness in an emergency, and happy to step down...
This is the most important factor for me...Turbo easy accessible, As bright as humanly possible in an EDCable size that I can clip in my pocket.
Recommend aways please.
I filled put the list below if it helps.
Very much appreciate suggestions from those have been keeping up/ life kinda got in the way, but glad to be back and in time will sell off a few of my old lights here...I have a bunch of cool stuff from back in the day
==================Flashlight Recommendation Checklist================
1) How would you prefer to purchase the light?
Location doesn't matter.
2) Budget: An easy question, but you may change your mind after answering the rest!
Essentially unlimited.
3) Format:
I want a flashlight (hand held/self contained).
4) Size:
SMALL - Every day carry (4-7 inches).
5) Emitter/Light source:
Not fussed but I guess it will be LED? I'm put of touch...(Was an incan guy.)
6) Manufacturer:
Dont care but I am not a huge modder.
7) What power source do you want to use?
I intend to use Rechargeable cells based on less common formats (18500 or 18650 Li-Ion, RCR123, et-al).
7a) If you have selected a rechargeable option
I would like a light that has a recharging adapter
Would like it to have plug in charging if I can...Not essential over output but would be nice.
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).
as Bright as possible with opton to go straight to turbo fast!
SPECIAL NOTE: Burst/Turbo mode Category - There are several lights that will run at a super bright maximum for a very limited period (usually 5-10 minutes) and then will "step-down" to a lower level for thermal control. Check here if this is acceptable.
Yes...Dont expect turbo to last forever...but as long as possible.
9) Flood vs Throw: Flood covers an area, Throw reaches out to a distance.
Wide Throw: I want a beam with a noticeable hot-center for distance throw and a significant amount of "side-spill". Good for rough trail hiking, search and rescue, and general distance work.
_
9a) Distance: How far away will you typically need to see with this light (check all that apply)
30-50 yards/meters (I have a big backyard)
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).
____Up to 30 minutes (I want the brightest [and potentially smallest] light for brief periods)
Multiple levels would be nice tho.
11) Durability/Usage: Generally the old phrase "you get what you pay for" is very accurate for flashlights.
Very Important (Camping, Backpacking, Car Glove-box).
12) Switch Size, Type, and location (choose all that apply):
Tail switch, and happy with a side switch also...
13) User Interface (UI) and mode selection. Select all that apply.
I want multiple light levels. (Some lights have 5-16 light levels.),,,,Straight to turbo option tho...
14)Material/Finish/Coating
I don't care.
15) Water resistance
IPX7 (Waterproof to 1 meter/30min) atleast
16) Storage conditions
dont care
17) Special Needs/extras: Is there anything else you want or need that hasn't been mentioned? Select any/all below.
Pocket clip.
I bought an Overready Boss and it knocked all the other lights out of my pocket.
However, I recently lost it, so short of buying a direct replacement I am checking if there is any other alternatives.
I had my Boss set up simply:
2 x 18350's (Was still running two AW IMR 18630's when I lost it) That was the most powerful/ smallest form factor at the time...happy to go a little bit bigger if needed but like the 18650 body format as it makes it fit in a pocket easier.
Straight to turbo, then step down to lower modes..
I would like to be able to do the same as have on rare occasion needed to go straight to full brightness in an emergency, and happy to step down...
This is the most important factor for me...Turbo easy accessible, As bright as humanly possible in an EDCable size that I can clip in my pocket.
Recommend aways please.
I filled put the list below if it helps.
Very much appreciate suggestions from those have been keeping up/ life kinda got in the way, but glad to be back and in time will sell off a few of my old lights here...I have a bunch of cool stuff from back in the day
==================Flashlight Recommendation Checklist================
1) How would you prefer to purchase the light?
Location doesn't matter.
2) Budget: An easy question, but you may change your mind after answering the rest!
Essentially unlimited.
3) Format:
I want a flashlight (hand held/self contained).
4) Size:
SMALL - Every day carry (4-7 inches).
5) Emitter/Light source:
Not fussed but I guess it will be LED? I'm put of touch...(Was an incan guy.)
6) Manufacturer:
Dont care but I am not a huge modder.
7) What power source do you want to use?
I intend to use Rechargeable cells based on less common formats (18500 or 18650 Li-Ion, RCR123, et-al).
7a) If you have selected a rechargeable option
I would like a light that has a recharging adapter
Would like it to have plug in charging if I can...Not essential over output but would be nice.
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).
as Bright as possible with opton to go straight to turbo fast!
SPECIAL NOTE: Burst/Turbo mode Category - There are several lights that will run at a super bright maximum for a very limited period (usually 5-10 minutes) and then will "step-down" to a lower level for thermal control. Check here if this is acceptable.
Yes...Dont expect turbo to last forever...but as long as possible.
9) Flood vs Throw: Flood covers an area, Throw reaches out to a distance.
Wide Throw: I want a beam with a noticeable hot-center for distance throw and a significant amount of "side-spill". Good for rough trail hiking, search and rescue, and general distance work.
_
9a) Distance: How far away will you typically need to see with this light (check all that apply)
30-50 yards/meters (I have a big backyard)
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).
____Up to 30 minutes (I want the brightest [and potentially smallest] light for brief periods)
Multiple levels would be nice tho.
11) Durability/Usage: Generally the old phrase "you get what you pay for" is very accurate for flashlights.
Very Important (Camping, Backpacking, Car Glove-box).
12) Switch Size, Type, and location (choose all that apply):
Tail switch, and happy with a side switch also...
13) User Interface (UI) and mode selection. Select all that apply.
I want multiple light levels. (Some lights have 5-16 light levels.),,,,Straight to turbo option tho...
14)Material/Finish/Coating
I don't care.
15) Water resistance
IPX7 (Waterproof to 1 meter/30min) atleast
16) Storage conditions
dont care
17) Special Needs/extras: Is there anything else you want or need that hasn't been mentioned? Select any/all below.
Pocket clip.
