During Christmas this year we had our lights go out... my wife and I both had our relatives over (0ver 21 people). I went out to get our flash light and noticed the battery was dead. Of course I didn't have batteries for it... luckily my neighbor called me to see if I needed some flash lights (he's way into them). It worked like a charm and really made our Xmas one to remember (in a good way). Nevertheless now I'm looking for a good flash light & wanted to seek opinions on this forum...
I'd be interested in something that gives off a lot of light and has bang for the buck (approx. $100 or so). Any help/guidance would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Lance
0) What Region/Country/State will the light be purchased in?
____I will be mail-ordering or buying online, so this doesn't matter.
1) Price Range: An easy question, but you may change your mind after answering the rest!
____I am willing to spend $80-$120.
2) Format:
____I want a flashlight.
____I want a lantern. (I'd like one of these as well... LOL)
3) Length:
____4-9 inches. (Holster carry)
4) Width:
____I don't care.
5) What batteries do you want to use? Alkaline batteries are easier to find and less expensive but don't pack as much stored energy and are don't work well in cold temperatures. Lithium batteries have long shelf life (10+ years, great for stored emergency lights) and are not as affected by cold but must be kept dry and are more expensive. Rechargeable start expensive, but if used frequently pay off quickly.
____I want lithium batteries. (coin cells, CR123, AAA, AA...)
6) How much light do you want? Sometimes you can have too much light (trying to read up close up with a 100 lumen light is impossible).
__X__I want to read a map, or find a light switch, in a dark room. (5-10 lumens)
__X__I want to walk around a generally paved area. (15-20 lumens)
__X__I want to walk unpaved trails. (40 lumens)
__X__I want to light an entire campground or dazzle an intruder. (100+ lumens) - Doesn't everyone want one of these?!
7) Throw vs Flood: Which do you prefer, lights that flood an area with a wide beam, or lights that "throw" with a tightly focused beam? Place an "X" on the line below.
Throw (distance)----------------------|-------------XXX---------Flood/close-up (I prefer more Flood)
8) Runtime: Not over-inflated manufacturer runtime claims (like some LED lights). but usable brightness measured from first activation to 50% with new batteries.
____240-360 min. (4-6 hours)
9) Durability: Generally the old phrase "you get what you pay for" is very accurate for flashlights.
___Slightly Important (Walks around the neighborhood.)
8) Switch Type:
____I want a "clickie" switch. (Stays on until pressed again.)
9) Switch Location:
____I don't care.
10) Operational Modes: Check all that apply.
____A simple on-off is fine for me.
____I want 2 light levels. (Brighter/short runtime and Dimmer/long runtime.)
11) Is it important whether the body is metal or plastic/composite?
____I want a metal-bodied light.
12) Special Needs: Is there anything else you want or need that hasn't been mentioned? Circle any below or write in your own comment(s).
____Corrosion resistant or hard-anodized finish
I'd be interested in something that gives off a lot of light and has bang for the buck (approx. $100 or so). Any help/guidance would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Lance
0) What Region/Country/State will the light be purchased in?
____I will be mail-ordering or buying online, so this doesn't matter.
1) Price Range: An easy question, but you may change your mind after answering the rest!
____I am willing to spend $80-$120.
2) Format:
____I want a flashlight.
____I want a lantern. (I'd like one of these as well... LOL)
3) Length:
____4-9 inches. (Holster carry)
4) Width:
____I don't care.
5) What batteries do you want to use? Alkaline batteries are easier to find and less expensive but don't pack as much stored energy and are don't work well in cold temperatures. Lithium batteries have long shelf life (10+ years, great for stored emergency lights) and are not as affected by cold but must be kept dry and are more expensive. Rechargeable start expensive, but if used frequently pay off quickly.
____I want lithium batteries. (coin cells, CR123, AAA, AA...)
6) How much light do you want? Sometimes you can have too much light (trying to read up close up with a 100 lumen light is impossible).
__X__I want to read a map, or find a light switch, in a dark room. (5-10 lumens)
__X__I want to walk around a generally paved area. (15-20 lumens)
__X__I want to walk unpaved trails. (40 lumens)
__X__I want to light an entire campground or dazzle an intruder. (100+ lumens) - Doesn't everyone want one of these?!
7) Throw vs Flood: Which do you prefer, lights that flood an area with a wide beam, or lights that "throw" with a tightly focused beam? Place an "X" on the line below.
Throw (distance)----------------------|-------------XXX---------Flood/close-up (I prefer more Flood)
8) Runtime: Not over-inflated manufacturer runtime claims (like some LED lights). but usable brightness measured from first activation to 50% with new batteries.
____240-360 min. (4-6 hours)
9) Durability: Generally the old phrase "you get what you pay for" is very accurate for flashlights.
___Slightly Important (Walks around the neighborhood.)
8) Switch Type:
____I want a "clickie" switch. (Stays on until pressed again.)
9) Switch Location:
____I don't care.
10) Operational Modes: Check all that apply.
____A simple on-off is fine for me.
____I want 2 light levels. (Brighter/short runtime and Dimmer/long runtime.)
11) Is it important whether the body is metal or plastic/composite?
____I want a metal-bodied light.
12) Special Needs: Is there anything else you want or need that hasn't been mentioned? Circle any below or write in your own comment(s).
____Corrosion resistant or hard-anodized finish
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