1 AA flashlight for $50 (ish)

I've been meaning to spend a bit more on a flashlight than I have in the past, and with the fourth coming up, I want a decent one for setting up fireworks. I have been eyeing the L1T for its dual stage abilities (better battery life/more versatile). For me, the biggest downside is the twist switch (I would much rather prefer a clicky) Does anyone have any thoughts on the L1T, or any other suggestions for a light in this price-range? Although a headlamp would probably be a better choice for the fourth, I plan on using this for more of a general around the house flashlight afterwards.

Thanks in advance.

I don't have one, so I can't comment much, but just FYI, the L1T uses a (reverse) clicky switch. The twist bezel serves to select the brightness level (low is achieved by leaving the bezel slightly loose, high by tightening down). If you leave the bezel in either of these positions, the L1T will act as a normal reverse clicky light.

I have the L1T - Solstice is right, it's a reverse clicky switch. The Civictor is the one with the twisty. L1T is a great choice - I only use the high level once in a while; the low level is plenty of light for night work around the house.

Hello Tucki

Welcome at cpf

I vote also for a Fenix L1T or L1P. The L1P with the 2-stage mod (clickie for high and low) and twist the tailcap for on/off is in "low" dimmer than the L1T.

Depends what you prefer.

Best regards

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Tom

Greetings and Welcome to CPF!

Hope you find what you're looking for and Enjoy!

what about the jet1 from emillion?

I recommend the Princeton Tec EOS. I assume with fireworks you would want your hands free.

If you are deadset on a flashlight then a Fenix should be fine. I still think a headlamp would be better.

Good luck,
rob

Thanks all for the warm welcoming


@ D@rk Messenger: upon searching the forum for the jet1 it appears that it was a pre-order on the forums, but it is now over. I can't view that particular thread right now as it gives me a page cannot be displayed for some reason.

heres a review of the L1T [luxeon III]
http://www.flashlightreviews.com/reviews/fenix_l1t-l2t.htm

review of the L1P [Luxeon I]
http://www.flashlightreviews.com/reviews/fenix_l1p.htm

Both 5 stars on Doug's review


Every 4th of July I never get to set up the show... I am, however, the "light tower," one light on each hand, headlamp on the forehead and neck, one on the shoulder strap.:lolsign::lolsign:

I enjoy it...o what fun it is to shoot photons at people

Well... Now I'm contemplating the L1/2P combo at fenix-store and maybe even the P1 (are the different/more expensive batteries worth it?).



Anyone willing to sway me in one direction or another?

fleegs said:

I recommend the Princeton Tec EOS. I assume with fireworks you would want your hands free.

If you are deadset on a flashlight then a Fenix should be fine. I still think a headlamp would be better.

Good luck,
rob

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I would say-both

Tuckie said:

Thanks all for the warm welcoming


@ D@rk Messenger: upon searching the forum for the jet1 it appears that it was a pre-order on the forums, but it is now over. I can't view that particular thread right now as it gives me a page cannot be displayed for some reason.

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Sorry, I meant the two stage that emillion eventually is going to release, they are still being sold at emillion's workshop (just google that and you'll find it)

Also what about them Inova that uses a single AA battery (forgot the model)? There's also the CMG/Gerber Infinity Ultras.

Well, I went ahead and ordered the L1T at fenix-store :rock: with the father's day promo code.

Wish me luck Does anyone have any estimates as to how long shipping usually takes to get to MI?

LT1F is as good as it geta

I like the way to access the L1T two stages. I got my two orders from the Fenix-store very quickly. Few days.

Tuckie said:

Well, I went ahead and ordered the L1T at fenix-store :rock: with the father's day promo code.

Wish me luck Does anyone have any estimates as to how long shipping usually takes to get to MI?

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CHC said:

Also what about them Inova that uses a single AA battery (forgot the model)? There's also the CMG/Gerber Infinity Ultras.

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The X1?

preferrably the reflector type...

Inova X1 w/Reflector—

Thanks Illum_the_nation!