mayfly-1970
Newly Enlightened
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- Oct 11, 2019
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I have spent some time reading and searching which has created more confusion for me as a bit of a newb. So I will break this post down into several different questions to try to be direct as possible. Background, only non-basic flashlight I have bought is an Olight S20R, it is OK- but has not wowed me. I bought a high-end charger and several 18650 batteries so I have that purchase already behind me.
1) Thought I was sold on the Surefire brand (willing to spend what it takes for high quality) and noticed that Surefire only has a few 18650 lights available... I like the idea of the Fury for size, but I am not a fan of "bright only" and the "auto-dim" thing seems odd without a way to select dimmer light only. If Surefire is at top of the game, why only three "dual fuel" lights?
2) I also read a lot of discussion about AA, AAA lights and many of you seem to like them. Is there something I need to know about 18560s that you CPF gear-heads don't like? Or is it just a matter of airline's dislike for lithium-ions and added ability to buy batteries anywhere?
3) What this is leading to is a "trust your life" type of purchase for an upcoming trip to the bush in Guyana, South America. I am doing a hammock camping/river fishing trip there in a couple of weeks and want a light I can depend on, and to light up the forest if I hear something that causes the hair on my neck to stand up. I don't want it to be too big, but I want it to throw a bright beam. I would also like it to be useful when back home for other "bumps in the night". Budget is under $150. Thinking somewhere around 1,000+ lumens, 18650 batteries, (unless #2 convinces me different), I also don't really want the expense of throw away CR123s, waterproof, shockproof, and able to carry in pocket reasonably well. Considering Fenix TK15 and like Surefire's reputation but not sure the Fury is for me. What other lights should I look into...
Thank you for your feedback. Yes, I know how to search and as stated I have read a bunch- but if you point me to a specific light I will gladly search for reviews/discussions to help narrow down my decision, just don't know what I don't know on this topic yet- but wanting to learn.
1) Thought I was sold on the Surefire brand (willing to spend what it takes for high quality) and noticed that Surefire only has a few 18650 lights available... I like the idea of the Fury for size, but I am not a fan of "bright only" and the "auto-dim" thing seems odd without a way to select dimmer light only. If Surefire is at top of the game, why only three "dual fuel" lights?
2) I also read a lot of discussion about AA, AAA lights and many of you seem to like them. Is there something I need to know about 18560s that you CPF gear-heads don't like? Or is it just a matter of airline's dislike for lithium-ions and added ability to buy batteries anywhere?
3) What this is leading to is a "trust your life" type of purchase for an upcoming trip to the bush in Guyana, South America. I am doing a hammock camping/river fishing trip there in a couple of weeks and want a light I can depend on, and to light up the forest if I hear something that causes the hair on my neck to stand up. I don't want it to be too big, but I want it to throw a bright beam. I would also like it to be useful when back home for other "bumps in the night". Budget is under $150. Thinking somewhere around 1,000+ lumens, 18650 batteries, (unless #2 convinces me different), I also don't really want the expense of throw away CR123s, waterproof, shockproof, and able to carry in pocket reasonably well. Considering Fenix TK15 and like Surefire's reputation but not sure the Fury is for me. What other lights should I look into...
Thank you for your feedback. Yes, I know how to search and as stated I have read a bunch- but if you point me to a specific light I will gladly search for reviews/discussions to help narrow down my decision, just don't know what I don't know on this topic yet- but wanting to learn.