How do you store and protect your flashlights?

HistoryChannel · Oct 20, 2004

Hello,

First off I want to thank everyone here for all the information and help you've given me. I went from owning a couple maglites to throwing them away for better lights /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

With some flashlights costing so much, how do you protect your investment?

I use Pelican cases with pick n pluck foam to cutout room for each light. But with some pelican cases costing $100, I wanted to explore alternative methods for storing them.

Thanks!

HistoryChannel · Oct 21, 2004

Took a few pictures. I wanted a cheaper alternative to Pelican cases. I have 6 cases total but I have more flashlights than cases. Anyone know of a cheaper alternative?

Here is an example of a Pelican 1400:

Pelican 1500:

Good for travel too, the look on the TSA guard's faces: Priceless

Thanks

flashfan · Oct 21, 2004

Wow, that's pretty impressive. Nice collection.

For me, lights ("extras") that are not set out for everyday use, remain in their original boxes/packaging. The rest I have lying wherever I think I might use them. Even the x990 and SF M6 are situated on a bookshelf, ready for quick access.

HistoryChannel · Oct 21, 2004

I buy in 2s at least, one to store (in boxes in a gun safe) and one to use (stored in pelican cases). I didn't like keeping it in the original packaging because I switch lights so often.

I've seen an aluminum briefcase with pick n pluck foam at Ritz camera. Much cheaper at around $45. There's gotta be more knockoffs, I just can't find any... /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif

Size15's · Oct 21, 2004

I keep some of them in this bag although I've repacked it since this photo was taken...

HistoryChannel · Oct 21, 2004

Awsome setup! Thanks for sharing that. Do you find that they hit each other and scratch/chip if the bag is abused?

That's a good idea. I'm really trying to cut the cost. A large pelican case cost near $100....that could be another light /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Size15's · Oct 21, 2004

They are HA against HA mostly. I've not carried it around too far - it's very heavy!

flashlight · Oct 21, 2004

There may be cheaper alternatives but they may be of lesser quality & not protect as well or last as long. I suggest you cut the foam closer & leave a little less space between flashlights, that way you could probably fit a couple more in at least. Smaller shorter lights like the Arcs could also probably go in vertically instead too but you'd lose the 'display' factor though. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

Echo63 · Oct 21, 2004

i dont "protect" my lights - my SF6P is in a pouch on my duty rig - LB micra in a pouch, SF L4 - lives in a pouch on my hip, same with my X5, Pila GX3 lives either on My belt or beside my bed - everything else lives in a large cardboard box that doubles as a bedside table - i will post photos when i get home

sotto · Oct 21, 2004

Yup, been there done that. My Pelican cases, both of 'em, are sitting empty and all my nice lights are back out on the top of my bookcase where I can lay my hands on them anytime in an instant. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

Flashdark · Oct 21, 2004

HistoryChannel,

There are $15-20 alternatives that are almost identical that can be had at "Lowe's" or "Tractor Supply" stores. I have several and am very pleased with them.

Bravo25 · Oct 21, 2004

I make my own. Here is only one. I have one for my Pila, and other lights.

PlayboyJoeShmoe · Oct 21, 2004

Mine mostly all get dusty. They stand on their heads here there and everywhere. Atop the dresser, chest-of-drawers, desk etc.

I don't have anything all that super special anyway.

GarageBoy · Oct 21, 2004

Since all mine are users. The top right drawer of my desk

lasercrazy · Oct 21, 2004

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PlayboyJoeShmoe said:
Mine mostly all get dusty. They stand on their heads here there and everywhere. Atop the dresser, chest-of-drawers, desk etc.

I don't have anything all that super special anyway.

[/ QUOTE ]

Same here. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

cobb · Oct 21, 2004

My main concern with mines is the lens. I keep my xpg in its own case lens down in my book bag and my blinkmann xl is in a pocket with my cell phone.

How do you store and protect your flashlights?

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