after trying to mod my old microstream without success i needed a new light but since they upgraded the line since i got my previous microstream 3 years ago i thought id share some information and pictures of the new version
packaging
A nice presentation in an actual easy to open clamshell, good job streamlight
back of the packaging
the perforated back isnt the easiest to open since it tore sideways a few times but it SURE beats trying to wrestle these things with scissors.
so lets break this thing open
the package contains 1 microstream, 1 energizer alkaline battery, a spare rubber booth and a breakaway neck lanyard which had trouble breaking away upon testing...
the light measures a hair under 9 CM long and 1.5 CM wide
as the 'new' stylus pro the microstream has the same revised tail cap with a somewhat easier switch than my in march purchased stylus, it allows some momentary on with a deep push for the constant on click. because of this new design the user can replace the booth in case it wears out. trying to mod my old microstream this suddenly happened and the rubber booth completely fell off. the new tail cap is a nice improvement feature
dry threads upon arrival, nice and clean though. added some balistol and it should do fine
little old V new
for those wondering, no that is not a smudge on your screen, the light itself has some really odd marks on it
Not the nicest anodizing job ive seen streamlight do but this is a user light for me so it doesnt bother me
old emitter V the new C4
the newer version of microstream also has a double sided or rollover pocket clip. this allows the light to be clipped to collars, hats, anything basically. however because i carry this light in a rear pocket i did not like the added lump at the 'front' of the clip and replaced it with the clip i had from my old micro
the output is nice and bright. i use this as a weak hand light, so i can reach it when my strong hand is occupied but i still need a light. its a nice bright beam with some minor artifacts and decent color balance, tad of green could be detected but white wall hunting with a <20 USD light... for those wondering, its not a flood light, it has a nice spot with nice spill with some led rings in the beam, nothing the common user would notice
personally it was a shame my old microstream broke but with the upgrades it shouldnt take to long to get over it. really like this light and would recommend it to anyone. for those wondering, the bezel and body is now 1 piece so the maratac, olight, itp, l0d trick wouldnt work on this new generation.
Still the microstream in my opinion fills a gap of being the only single mode clicky AAA light with a decent output.
hope that this small overview helps some people making a decision or looking for certain information.
pssssst
streamlight, hurry up and update some more models with the newer emitters
packaging
A nice presentation in an actual easy to open clamshell, good job streamlight
back of the packaging
the perforated back isnt the easiest to open since it tore sideways a few times but it SURE beats trying to wrestle these things with scissors.
so lets break this thing open
the package contains 1 microstream, 1 energizer alkaline battery, a spare rubber booth and a breakaway neck lanyard which had trouble breaking away upon testing...
the light measures a hair under 9 CM long and 1.5 CM wide
as the 'new' stylus pro the microstream has the same revised tail cap with a somewhat easier switch than my in march purchased stylus, it allows some momentary on with a deep push for the constant on click. because of this new design the user can replace the booth in case it wears out. trying to mod my old microstream this suddenly happened and the rubber booth completely fell off. the new tail cap is a nice improvement feature
dry threads upon arrival, nice and clean though. added some balistol and it should do fine
little old V new
for those wondering, no that is not a smudge on your screen, the light itself has some really odd marks on it
Not the nicest anodizing job ive seen streamlight do but this is a user light for me so it doesnt bother me
old emitter V the new C4
the newer version of microstream also has a double sided or rollover pocket clip. this allows the light to be clipped to collars, hats, anything basically. however because i carry this light in a rear pocket i did not like the added lump at the 'front' of the clip and replaced it with the clip i had from my old micro
the output is nice and bright. i use this as a weak hand light, so i can reach it when my strong hand is occupied but i still need a light. its a nice bright beam with some minor artifacts and decent color balance, tad of green could be detected but white wall hunting with a <20 USD light... for those wondering, its not a flood light, it has a nice spot with nice spill with some led rings in the beam, nothing the common user would notice
personally it was a shame my old microstream broke but with the upgrades it shouldnt take to long to get over it. really like this light and would recommend it to anyone. for those wondering, the bezel and body is now 1 piece so the maratac, olight, itp, l0d trick wouldnt work on this new generation.
Still the microstream in my opinion fills a gap of being the only single mode clicky AAA light with a decent output.
hope that this small overview helps some people making a decision or looking for certain information.
pssssst
streamlight, hurry up and update some more models with the newer emitters
