Streamlight Stinger or Polystinger

[BeeSee]

I am looking for a good rechargeable flashlight for general home and car use. My research to date has shown that the Streamlight Stinger series is the best for this use.

Question I have for the experts on this forum is - Should I go for the regular metal case Stinger of the plastic Polystinger?

Any thought and ideas would be appreciated.

 

[WaltH]

I think it's personal preference. I went for the poly version because it's cheaper and it will be more shock resistant because of it's construction.

Being up north I think it would be warmer in the hand than a metal flashlight.

If you ever plan on upgrading to the HP version then you should get the metal stinger.

With that expense, you're very close to the cost of a Tigerlight which is MUCH brighter. Probably too bright for some things up close, and only comes with one charging cradle.

All this said, I have a polystinger in my car, and a Tigerlight at home.

 

[PieThatCorner]

I have the Stinger XT with a non-slip rubber grip on the housing. I've had it for a number of years, and besides a few dings and scratches, it's still running well - although my NiCD battery stick is holding out for about a 30 minute run-time. Other than that and a need to get a new NiCD battery, it's been a reliable flashlight. The Stinger XT is comparable in price to the regular Stinger, and has the same light output. But as Walt mentioned, it is of course, just a matter of personal preference. I think they're both quality products.

 

[tkl]

-get the poly, cheaper and looks better after repeated use.

-if you're going to upgrade to HP, go aluminum or get the XT for the rubber grip to duplicate the performance of the poly.

walt makes a fine point about the tigerlight if you plan to upgrade. if you don't mind the little extra size and weight it has alot more light to offer.

 

[Xrunner]

I agree with Walt, it's personal preference to me. Personally I like the Stinger, but it really depends on what feels good for you (and what you are going to use it for). Personally I like the metal lights, but for some applications a poly light just seems to be a better choice for some people.

-Mike

 

[Knife11]

the stinger hp is supposted to be three times as bright as the normal stinger and with the fast charger it can charge in 2.5 hours (which is why I choose it over the tigerlight)
If I didn't want that much light then I guess I'd go with the poly. My 0.02

 

[BuddTX]

Yes, if you are considering the stinger, please look at the Stinger HP and Stinger XT HP.

 

[Wolfen]

Good batteries for the Streamlight Stinger series at a low price can be found here. I bought a bunch and haven't any complaints.
http://www1.ecxmall.com/stores/texastacticalsupply/Detail.bok?searchpath=d8346805f39bc594fc2a&category=Batteries&start=1&total=9&no=138

 

[Streak]

I have had the Poly for years and it is my primary no nonsense flashlight always ready to go.
Despite what everyone says I did the HP upgrade on the Poly. It look a little unusual with a large black Al head but it really works well.
Good luck with your choice.

http://www.worst4x4.freeservers.com

 

[Caddyshack]

The Poly Stinger was my first venture into 'quality' flashlights. I upgraded it to an HP as well but prefer the original head - the HP doesn't do anything for me except eliminate pants pocket carry. My Ultrastinger and Tigerlight are nice as well - but neither gets carried often due to size and lack of a lanyard on each. I don't think you can go wrong with a Poly Stinger..

 

[PieThatCorner]

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Wolfen said:
Good batteries for the Streamlight Stinger series at a low price can be found here. I bought a bunch and haven't any complaints.

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Thanks Wolfen... those are pretty darn good prices. Generic or not, I'm ordering a pair and will give it a try. Thanks again for the post. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbsup.gif