REVIEW – The holidays are just around the corner, and everyone can use the flashlight. I can’t tell you the number of flashlights I have stashed around the house. I have two in the garage, one in each vehicle, one in the basement so I can see into the deep freeze, a few in the […]
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REVIEW – The Olight Baton 3 Pro flashlight could be called ‘deeply groovy’. It has a grip surface that is much better than traditional cross-hatch knurling. Its overall form factor fits my hand very well. And it is lightweight and has 5 brightness levels. Is there anything to not like about the Olight Baton 3
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REVIEW – The first patent for a battery-powered flashlight was in 1899. The device was called a “flash light” because it could only produce short bursts and required time for the batteries to “rest” between uses. It produced about two candlepower or 25 lumens. Now, you can have more than 3000 lumens to chase the
Klarus XT11GT Pro 2.0 flashlight review – Copious photons to vanquish the shadows! Read More
REVIEW – There are times when you need to use a light, but also need to use both hands. Depending on the situation, this can be easy (you’re at a table with a desk lamp) or difficult (you’re pitching your tent at a campsite that was two hours further down the trail than you expected,
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REVIEW – I have been looking for good flashlights since the multiple-day power outage we had a couple of winters ago due to the massive snowfall we received. We have several that take various size batteries, but I hate the waste associated with those flashlights. We one one rechargeable flashlight that I tend to use
Thrunite TN12 Pro rechargeable flashlight review – I can see all the things now! Read More
REVIEW – What was that?!… Did something fall in the backyard? Is that deer feasting on the garden like its own personal salad bar? Was that an acorn falling on the shed roof, or was it that pesky raccoon trying to get into the garbage can again? Need a definitive answer to these questions? Keep
ThruNite Catapult Pro Flashlight review – Formidable flashlight fun! Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – If you’re a flashlight addict and into drama, I have a deal for you! A Kickstarter campaign for a new flashlight called Darkfade will hit on all cylinders. Darkfade is a small, handheld flashlight with a couple of novel features. First, the lens is angled at 45 degrees, allowing for a more
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REVIEW – We’ve done a lot of Olight reviews over the years and I have always been impressed with their products. Their newest item which I’m showing you today is the Olight Arkfeld flashlight. Let’s see why it’s my cat Ozzy’s favorite flashlight. What is it? The Olight Arkfeld is an LED flashlight that is
Olight Arkfeld flashlight review – Flat and fabulous! Read More
REVIEW – We all love our flashlights, the more powerful the better. But there’s one thing missing from most EDC high-power flashlights: a sense of style. They all look like you’re outfitting for an armed assault, rather than just wanting to have a decent light available while you’re going about your life. Few of us
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REVIEW – For a good while, LEDs for flashlights were quite underpowered. They used batteries quickly and did not have much throw when it came to piercing through the darkness. Well, I’m here to tell you that those days are long gone! I’ve reviewed a few lights on this site that had high lumens and
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NEWS – Today’s episode of “What interesting, or just plain weird EDC items did Julie find today?” brings us 5 super tiny EDC pocket tools. Ready, set, read! First up, we have the Gato Tools Pocket Bit. This keychain tool has a double-sided bit that features a #2 Phillips head and 8mm flat head screwdriver
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CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – Like most electronics, flashlights keep getting smaller and more powerful but is it worth buying a new flashlight just for 50 or 100 more lumens than the one you have? Does the Wuben X-0 Knight flashlight bring anything new or different to the everyday carry flashlight to compel you to upgrade from
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REVIEW- The Fenix TK35UE V2.0 Tactical Flashlight is a worthy addition to their TK lineup that they say is tactical-ready for Military and Law Enforcement. And I believe them! What is it? The Fenix TK35UE V2.0 is a durable flashlight, boasting a maximum output of 5000 lumens, that’s ready for pretty much anything you can
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REVIEW – It’s never a bad idea to have a flashlight in your EDC kit, and the Olight I5T Pebble Plus Flashlight is volunteering for duty. It’s pretty, but does it do the job? Let’s find out. To the review! What is it? The The Olight I5T Plus Pebble is an LED flashlight for your
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REVIEW – I almost always have a flashlight on me. With the work, I do I need to have a flashlight within reach at any time of the day. I like to have the brightest flashlight I can afford that will fit on a belt holster without digging into my side all the time. When
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REVIEW – The Wuben G2 flashlight brings an unusual form factor into play. A flat, small flashlight with a normal sized reflector may be of interest if your EDC pocket is over full but you still need a bright light source. When a business suit was my work uniform the G2 would have been perfect
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REVIEW – Have you ever noticed how some companies seem to excel making certain products—even if the general public has never herd of them? Case in point: Imalent. Ima-who? Exactly. Imalent makes flashlights—really bright flashlights. In the flashlight world (is there one?), Imalent is one of the big dogs. They make all kinds of flashlights,
REVIEW – Do you need a headlamp that offers ‘you see me’ or even brighter, ‘I see you’ lighting? Bike riders use those terms for bike lights. The HAOYISHU Headlamp Flashlight is a headlamp that does both. It offers daytime brightness if you need it. The light has 10 steady and flashing modes and sells
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NEWS – If you’ve ever wanted a flashlight that is powered by a standard 9V battery, then the Blocklite will make your dreams a reality. The Blocklite is a small module that is designed to snap on the top of a 9V battery. It has 6 LEDs that put out a max of 60 lumens
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REVIEW – Flashlights have come a long way in the last ten years. From the old AA Maglite to today’s high-brightness LED lights, there are so many options in many different form factors. When looking for an everyday carry flashlight, what do you need to take into account, and which ones will meet your needs?
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