Walking through Costco last week I came across a Leatherman flashlight for $30.
I have never been all that impressed with LED flashlights (at least the cheap ones), but this one seems to be quite powerful. It claims to have 145 lumens with it's CREE LED, and uses 3 AAA batteries instead of the expensive lithium batteries. It also came with a decent carry case and wrist strap. The case is Stainless Steel. I have not owned this light long enough to test the battery life, but considering it is an LED, it should last a few hours?
How does this compare to the $100+ Surefire lights and other expensive tactical lights out there? I've always wanted to have a really nice (expensive) light for the bedside, but never could justify the price of the good ones.
I realize this is not gun related, but I'm sure most of us consider a flashlight important for night time security.
ScottE
I have never been all that impressed with LED flashlights (at least the cheap ones), but this one seems to be quite powerful. It claims to have 145 lumens with it's CREE LED, and uses 3 AAA batteries instead of the expensive lithium batteries. It also came with a decent carry case and wrist strap. The case is Stainless Steel. I have not owned this light long enough to test the battery life, but considering it is an LED, it should last a few hours?
How does this compare to the $100+ Surefire lights and other expensive tactical lights out there? I've always wanted to have a really nice (expensive) light for the bedside, but never could justify the price of the good ones.
I realize this is not gun related, but I'm sure most of us consider a flashlight important for night time security.
ScottE