Let's talk Flashlights

[garyn13]

Lazer torch light 10000 lumens led rechargable never will have to buy another light again $150 last 18 hrs on bright I've had mine for 3 years was told buy the gentlemen who makes them that he believe they can charge 800 times on the batteries. I also bought the 2nd generation for $250 and its brighter them my truck lights on bright 40000 lumens

[TexMax]

10000 lumens last 18 hrs on bright

What size generator does that run on?

[Hunterdan]

I have multiple Ultrafires. They are super bright and it doesnt hurt as bad when I lose one. And I often lose them.

Really like the Ultra fires also. I have 4 of them.

[Wbj56]

Check out TerraLUX light.

[SPUD]

My dad has a Mini Mongo by Outback Flashlights. I better have this same model in my stocking this Christmas!!!!!

My brother has the Mongo model
http://www.outbackflashlights.com/

[tvc184]

Fenix TK-35 and get a 4-6 18650 battery sticks and a recharger.

[Kodiakk]

I've gotten a bunch of different lights. I used to prefer common batteries like AAA or AA. Now I don't like lights that use those kind of batteries. They have little run time, and there's much better options that you can recharge that last a ton longer.

Right now I carry a Zebralight H600w MK II for a headlamp. Works great and it's powerful. If something goes bump in the night that I need to see, such as a hog, I use a Klarus xt11 to light up the woods and has a great throw also.

Both of these use 18650 batteries. They are rechargeable and the 3100mah have a very long life. Don't buy crap batteries like ultrafire, get a good battery from Panasonic or another reputable brand. The Ultrafire's and other low quality batteries lie on their power ratings and are usually factory rejects from the reputable brands that come out of China.

Forgot to add about the 18650. They can be a little dangerous if not used correctly. Only charge them when you are present and get a good quality charger. I went with a XTAR WP2s charger and couldn't be happier.

[H-D]

Streamlight strion for sure! Use mine both at work and off duty. Small light but insanely bright.

x 2 !!!!

[Kdub]

I've got a kill light- its either 1400 or 1600 lumens. Rechargable batteries, small, and the brightest flah light I've ever seen. I think the company is located in Conroe Tx. I gave about 175.00 for mine at a hunting/fishing show a couple of years back. I do a lot of tracking at night with dogs, and it will go a long time on a charge.

[Rangefinder]

I use a surefire led. It was under 100$ and is the best light ive ever had.

X2

[iamntxhunter]

What are you wanting to use it for. Getting to the stand and back, following a blood trail. Weapon mounted, general purpose?

There are some great suggestions here already. I have a cheap S&W that I got from Academy that has a white, blue and red light all in one. It is great for going to the blind and it is also a great blood trailing light. It isn't very bright but will show blood very well.

With todays technology you don't have to drop a lot of coin for a good light but a good light depends on the application.

I have a EWT XLR100 (100 yards of effective light) light that I use for hogs and varmints it has 2 levels of power. Low is great for hogs at the blind with your bow and it can be mounted to your bow. It comes with 2 batteries a wall charger and a 12v charger along with the green, white and red lights. It also has a scope/shotgun mount as well as a AR rail mount that has a pressure switch cap. I honestly don't remember the actual cost but I do believe it was under 200.00.

For me it has been a great light for the way I use it, it was worth the money for what all it came with and what it cost me IMO.

They also make a XLR 250 that is brighter with a longer throw beam but I have never used one.

[Mike D]

I don't spend a lot of money on flashlights for my backpacks anymore. I buy Ultrafire lights and carry extra 18650 rechargeable batteries. I've got several of these and I don't mind losing a $15 flashlight from time to time.

They are very bright and as long as you realize the lumen rating is exaggerated you will be fine. Just buy one rated at least 500 lumens and they are plenty bright for blood trailing.

[Fregia22]

Streamlight stinger DS LED HP... Police store. $160ish. Hand held. 500 yrd beam. Rechargeable battery. Plug for house and vehicle. Has hi med lo beam with strobe.

[SaltwaterSlick]

I've gotten a bunch of different lights. I used to prefer common batteries like AAA or AA. Now I don't like lights that use those kind of batteries. They have little run time, and there's much better options that you can recharge that last a ton longer.

Right now I carry a Zebralight H600w MK II for a headlamp. Works great and it's powerful. If something goes bump in the night that I need to see, such as a hog, I use a Klarus xt11 to light up the woods and has a great throw also.

Both of these use 18650 batteries. They are rechargeable and the 3100mah have a very long life. Don't buy crap batteries like ultrafire, get a good battery from Panasonic or another reputable brand. The Ultrafire's and other low quality batteries lie on their power ratings and are usually factory rejects from the reputable brands that come out of China.

Forgot to add about the 18650. They can be a little dangerous if not used correctly. Only charge them when you are present and get a good quality charger. I went with a XTAR WP2s charger and couldn't be happier.

Some excellent advice right here! I combine the 18650's with a Fenix TK15. I like the Fenix lights and have multiple models. The TK 15 has various brightness settings and a pulse. I find that for blood tracking, I don't see as well with a really bright white light so I drop the Fenix down a notch or 2 from Max. Then for general searching/walking in total darkness, I crank it back up... One 18650 3100mah battery will run it dark to daylight, though I always carry an extra.

Light, batteries and a good charger can be had for about 150-175 bucks.

[rcjunky007]

Hawglite Marauder. It's multi purpose and plenty bright enough.