Need a Flashlight Recommendation

[InfinitusEquitas]

Hi Guys,

I've been away from flashlights for far too long.

I'd like to buy a decent(or good/great) EDC flashlight for under $100.

Just to give you an idea, my previous favorite light was the SureFire 6P, with I think 80 lumen LED in it. In terms of size I would like something that's the same or smaller. Would be nice if it was a combo in terms of throw and flood, but if I have to pick one throw is more important to me.

Modes, would be great but aren't a priority. I'm more concerned with having as much light as possible in a very reliable package.

Any advice?

Thanks for any answers/recommendation.

 

[piferal]

I leave to you these 2


UltraFire L2 Luminus-Phlatlight SST-50 3 Mode 900Lumens LED Flashlight Set with 1x charger and 1x18650 - DinoDirect.com

SKYRAY S-R5 Cree R5 300Lumens 5-Mode LED Flashlight (1 x 18650 Battery) - DinoDirect.com

 

[InfinitusEquitas]

That first ultrafire looks very promising

Is the 900 lumen rating anywhere near the truth or is this kind of like the 1W green lasers?

I had a light that looks exactly like that second one... but the LED died on me out of the blue... I got it off of flebay and it was also supposedly 900 lumen... it was very bright, and would have been great if it didn't crap out after getting dropped once.

I'm still using the host actually, now with a spare p6 drop in I had.

 

[cd520]

I own this light and for 35 bones its hard to beat. I personally like using the 3x 18650 option myself.

$35.00 - TrustFire TR-1200 Cree Q5 WC 5-Mode 1200-Lumen White 5-LED Flashlight (2x18650/3x18650/4x16340) - 18650 Cree Flashlights

 

[Lotus_Darkrose]

That is most definitely NOT smaller than a 6P haha

 

[InfinitusEquitas]

@cd520 - That is an awesome looking light, and for the price I might just get it for the hell of it. Unfortunately it's about 3-4 times larger than what my pockets can accommodate.

I found the surefire g3 to be just a little too long, but the 6P was perfect for carrying around. The new generation 6PX™ Pro LED Flashlights from SureFire is interesting, but fact that it only has 2 modes and is only 200 lumens kind off puts me off.

 

[Lotus_Darkrose]

Here's a suggestion. I don't have it, but I wouldn't mind having it

4Sevens Quark 1232 Turbo X CREE XM-L LED Flashlight [quark1232turboX] - $79.99 : Going Gear, Gearing you up for the outdoors

I'm not saying 4sevens is the best at all. But they do a great job of having high quality, without being absolutely ridiculously priced.

 

[Lotus_Darkrose]

If you want absolute throw without having an insanely large head on the flashlight, I'd recommend an R2 or Q5 flashlight.

 

[InfinitusEquitas]

That quark would be perfect... if the head wasn't so big

What "real" output should I be aiming for as a maximum in a small light. That quark shows 450, and based on the video appears quite a bit brighter than the "900 lumen" lights I had. I had two so far and both crapped out pretty fast. That's the reason I'm willing to spend more... I want something I know won't break after a few hours of use.

 

[Lotus_Darkrose]

Here is an amazing site for you to begin browsing.

Fonarevka: All about flashlights. Flashlight tests. LED flashlights comparasion and reviews. Flashlights in beamshot comparasion.

So many beamshot comparisons it will take you awhile to finish looking at it lol.

 

[InfinitusEquitas]

Very interesting website... and I have spent a good hour+ on it as of now...

Now I'm kind of down to two lights:

Amazon.com: Fenix PD31 Limited Edition Flashlight: Sports & Outdoors

And

JETBeam JET-III M Military R5 SMO Flashlight- Dark Gray [jetbeamjetIIIr5] - $84.00 : Going Gear, Gearing you up for the outdoors

I'm leaning towards the Jetbeam... but I'm not sure.

 

[Lotus_Darkrose]

JetBeam Jet-III M (Military) Review - RUNTIMES, BEAMSHOTS, DETAILED PICS and more!!

Also, I highly recommend everyone get this light. For 25 dollars it is awesome.
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/unique...0-lumen-led-flashlight-1-18650-2-cr123a-16538

Was just outside with it again, badass throw and you could beat someone to death with it in a pinch. It throws a very tight beam into the sky.

 

[InfinitusEquitas]

You've seen a picture of me. When I'm pissed off most people are afraid I'm gonna beat them to death, not the other way around...

Now I'm considering raising the price bracket a tad...

Thrunite Scorpion V2 LED tactical flashlight, 750 lumens, uses 2 x CR123A or 1 x 18650 batteries

Seems like it's one of the newer lights out with quite a bit more power... now why can't i find 600lm+ in a <5.5" body:thinking:

 

[Lotus_Darkrose]

EagleTac T20C2 MKII XM-L 2 x CR123 720 Lumen Flashlight [eagletac_t20c2mkIIxml] - $89.90 : Going Gear, Gearing you up for the outdoors

Included Accessories: Heavy Duty Holster, diffuser filter, rubber tail-stand accessory, Mil-Spec Para-cord Lanyard w/ quick attachment clip, tail cap lanyard ring, CR123A Battery Magazine for two CR123A Batteries, spare o-rings, GITD spare rubber boot, rubber cigar grip, removable pocket clip.