A surefire G2 is 35$ a G3 slightly more. Add a Lumens factory 3-13 volt 250 lumen LED in there. two 17500 rechargeable cells will give you an hours runtime at 250 lumens. this is a nice inexpensive setup that wont require new batteries for 2 or 3 years, and a spare set of cells will mean your light will never sit on a charger.
Also a G2 or G3 is nitrolon so its non conductive. Wont get cold in winter. and is tiny compared to a Maglight. also the nitrolon SF lights are their least expensive. Its also very small and light. they both fit in the palm of your hand.
OF course that same led emitter in a body that can hold 18500 or 18650 cells will give you alot more runtime.
I dont know much about LEDs..Q5, R2, P7, all are good at being bright and reliable, from what I hear. the LED will never break if dropped or burn out. Paired AW protected rechargeable cells, whatever LED you pick, will be fine.
I recently bought an officer from my local pct a Fenix TK11...its uses rechargeables, has selectable modes, can run all night if needed.
your right to not use a light that will run 5.25$ an hour on CR123 cells.
Have you read this guide yet? Its the beginner and advanced
"flashaholics bible"
theres no greater satisfaction in building your own light from parts yourself, which can later be changed to suit your needs..."SF lego" all this stuff in the D26 size are SF compatible and your worklight can be changed to your camping light with little or no modification. OF course as technology changes and new leds come out, new battery chemistries, youll be able to upgrade without buying a whole new light.:thumbsup:
I hope I was helpful.:welcome:
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