New Rayovac Lights

I just was browsing at the local Meijer a couple days ago and ran across a whole selection of new Rayovac Sportsman Extreme lights. Anyone have any experience with any of the new models? I've only got the old 4 Watt 3C, but if the new stuff is improved over that at all I am intrigued. I'd really like to see what that supposed 300 Lumen lantern can do.

That lantern does look interesting. "4 watts" for four hours could be really nice.

I was hoping they would make a lantern to run off of their very good Rayovac Hybrid batteries.

It looks quite nice, much better than my Husky 2D 4 watt. I wonder if it has a smooth reflector and is a thrower like a Husky. I would imagine the Husky will still win out in a contest of throw, but this Rayovac at least looks like it won't be an embarrassment to carry around with you. It is much slimmer, too.

What use is strobe mode on a lantern? :thinking:

There is a thread about the 2AA adjustable focus Rayovac flashlight here.

Strobe mode is for the camping ravers

I have the 2AA 3 watt light, and the EZ Focus 2AA light. I bought them as cheap loaner lights that I carry in my work bag. No way I like lending my Surefire L4, and tools tend to walk away or get lost at work. I can stand to lose these. Anyway, they were on sale at Menards a month ago or so. Both of them are pretty well built, and seem durable. The 2AA 3-watt is a momentary/twisty switch, is a bit brighter and has a nice hot spot with good spill. The EZ focus light has a forward clickie switch, and pretty much just puts out a round spot with little spill. The EZ focus light also tends to flicker a little. Overall, I think the 2AA 3-watt light is a better light.

looks really really nice

I have the 3 watt light. I use it more than my SFs due to being cheaper to run while putting out plenty of light. Well built, good beater light. I am getting a lot of use from mine. Worth the $$.