"i dont like collections" -guy with at least 13 flashlights on the table 2018

@geraldmcmullon2465

4 жыл бұрын

Not a collector. Gets them in and then hordes them.

How do these rechargeable batteries hold up to cold weather, say stored in vehicle in canada. Every rechargeable device I've stored in the cold stops holding a charge very quickly.

@ts1905

5 жыл бұрын

There's no work around for current battery technology for resisting extremely cold temperatures. The best solution is to have it warm, and the best solution I know of is to use something you can carry in a pocket close to your body. Your body temperature is a heat source you can take advantage of and you really have no choice other than to maintain your body temperature or you die. Flashlights of the smaller size don't have much thermal mass to keep up to operating temperature. And in a snowy winter environment you really don't need very much light outdoors because the snow acts as a reflective lens extension of your flashlight. I do have a soft spot for headlamps, and i'll take a moment to preach about them :). You only have two hands, and if you're using them while needing artificial light, you instantly become an amputee... unless you have a headlamp and don't mind the social consequences of wearing one. There is the exception of magnetic lights and i really like using those for repairing vehicles or any other task that has a ferromagnetic surface you can take advantage of. Really though I used to use flashlights and often had to hold them in my mouth, until i got introduced to headlamps. I still get questions about why i wear a "cave lamp", but that shouldn't bother anyone who's not unduly concerned of what others think.

Just wanna say thank you for making these as much as they dont bring the views . The views you do get are very appreciated. I'm not usually looking for super lumen lights but I'm always searching for the next best EDC light for power throw and run time . Thanks again.

I feel a lot more lights could benefit from red light options

Awesome video ! Thanks for all your knowledgeable information and keep up the good work 👊🏽

For long-term emergency situations, would u go for a old school batteries flashlight or a rechargeable/solar/handcrank one?

what is the best one for a weapons light for both pistol and rifle?I have some POS dollar flashlight in it because i found a few different so called tactical flashlights were too big for it?

Yes kids are good for making a flashlight go missing haha. This was definitely an in depth review on what flashlight works best for each situation 👍👍

@TheGreatBeard

5 жыл бұрын

For the most part, a flashlight is a flashlight...ive never spent more than $20 on one and I use them daily

@r.w.7232

5 жыл бұрын

@@TheGreatBeard LOL, and you'd be wrong on that

@TheGreatBeard

5 жыл бұрын

@@r.w.7232 How so? I live in a camper in the middle of a forest so I use flashlights more than most. I've never felt the need to buy a $400 flashlight and I generally use my cheap Energizer one.

What I really hate are flashlights with a built in non removable battery, for one because if they get empty you can't simply change the battery, only recharge them which takes time, and for two because if the battery dies you can throw away the whole flashlight, and the lifespan of batteries is always less than the lifetime on Leds

What should you look for in a good house defence weapon mounted light what will blind the bad guy but not you do you want it to stay on or be momentary

I love your review on all of these keep up the good work

Hey I came across your channel and I’ve been looking for a good bright flashlight. I’m in the fire department and I was wondering if you had an suggestions for a helmet light or light in general. Ramon

We just had a long term power outage and .. along with my headlamp .. i have several which I couldn't live without .. along with those I find myself reaching for my favorite small flashlight .. had the same one for years and years and it's always there and perfect in every way .. strong, balanced, bright, perfect .. easy to replace the AAA's .. and can carry it in any pocket .. the Rayovac DIY3AAA-B .. the end mounted switch works .. and so does the medium to bright two click setting. I just bought two more of these. Thanks.

Great video for those of us who hate watching flashlight reviews but depend on flashlights daily. I carry a beat up old Fenix E12 and have a Fenix HL50 in my edc bag. The E12 has been great - I am thinking 4 years now.. Cheers!

Do you have any way of doing an .xls export of what you have in stock? i can explain if needed... lol.

Question. I seem to keep buying flashlights thinking the next one will fill my needs better than one I already own; but I cannot seem to find one that is perfect. If I gave you some criteria for the perfect flashlight would you be able to recommend one to me that fits those needs. I need help. I currently EDC the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X and have no issue with the size. Criteria. Size: 4 inches or less in length and no greater than one inch wide, and tubular in design with little to no flare out. Rear button push activation only, with no side button operation (this is important to avoid accidental activation in the pocket). Pocket clip with illumination side down, button side up. 18650 battery. Power: it needs to have an ultra low mode of no greater than 5 lumens, at least one mid-range power mode, and a max range of 500 lumens or more (I care less about having more than 500 lumens than I do about having a low mode with less than 5 lumens). I have a side button operated light that has the ultra low mode with a side button activation, and I love the light; but it turns on all the time unless I lock it out. I have to then wait 5 seconds to unlock it which is so stupid. I want a light which has ultra low mode, ultra long battery life, and is rear button push only. The ultra low mode is the mode I use most often. I don't know if this light exists; but if you know of one I would greatly appreciate your assistance. Thanks so much. I'm a long time viewer and love the channel. Thanks.

Can you advice me on the best self defence flashlight with strongest lumen?

Every flashlight I put in the glove box corrodes or battery leaks in winter. Any suggestions especially for winter?

@macwakelam2018

5 жыл бұрын

Take the batteries out when in long term storage just keep them beside your light instead.

Thanks C.P. Good honest informative vid. TY.

I'm a flashlight junkie. I review alot of lights....surefire streamlight olight thrunite and others. I only say yes to the lights I 99% like already on paper. The thing I hate doing is posting a review the same time as everyone else. I'll take my time and test them on duty as a cop first for a month. I also have to mention the cons and not just the pros. In some cases I flat out decline to do reviews because I have a certain standard. I want my viewers to buy the best bang for the buck. Keep up the good work bro.

@CanadianPrepper

5 жыл бұрын

Your channel rocks!

@circle4922

5 жыл бұрын

So your in the field use/testing is mostly at arms reach distance from the outside of a driver side window? Jk...?

Hello ! I EDC Fenix E15 (2016) it has Max output of 450 Lumens...Some people dont like it cause it has Twist head...But i love it I also have Olight M3XS-UT Javelot And Fenix HL60R Raptor+ Headlamp

@chrisiman3451

5 жыл бұрын

I had a twist head once, great light. A bit on the expensive side, but certainty worth it. I can't recall the name, something like Zero point? I'll have to do a search. OK, got it.. Goal Zero Bolt. 160 lumens. $40 It was an excellent light. Durable, and adjustable beam via twist head.

Hi, I have a question. What is your opinion of beta lights?

Yep, I agree. I have close to 100 flashlights, and I just got done frying an egg with the 2024 ms32 200,000 Lumen Imalent. It was so fun. So much fun!

I have lost 3 O lights now. The first one(S10R baton) I think the magnet stuck to my keys when i pulled my keys out of my pocket. The 2nd (S1R baton) was being used at work as a work light. I had stuck the magnetic end to the equipment I was working on and forgot about it. The next day it was gone. The last one was the M2R Warrior. I had it clipped to my pocket and have no idea where it fell off. Very, Very upset about that one. Thanks

Do all, olight flashlights step down the power after a certain period of time? Or only the high powered? My surefire edc2 is 1200 lumens and never steps down. But it’s somewhat bulky.

@PreppingWithSarge

5 жыл бұрын

Artist Chicago the ones that step down, do so because heat is too intense. Not always a matter of lumens, it is more about lumens x size

@HowToDoAnything777

5 жыл бұрын

Sarge PalmettoVIP hey thanks! I just dont see a reason to purchase an olight if it steps down for any reason. It’s somewhat like building a 500 horsepower race car for the drag strip; and half way down the track the car drops 50% of its horsepower because it’s too hot...

@PreppingWithSarge

5 жыл бұрын

Artist Chicago well, there are other choices of course, if olight didnt put that feature in, i am sure that some dumb people would burn their houses down. Same people who would like a candle under their curtains.

I got the M2R after you recommended it. great light, I use the low setting the most, but because I live on a rural island with no streetlights, and I cycle,, I find the bright setting great for riding at night. I point it at the ground when I have oncoming traffic so I dont blind the poor driver.

Hey it's me! A long-lost second cousin from the states! Feel free to send me one of them fastlights cuz. :)

: ) I did watch your History of the flashlight. I used a very old one ( replica ) when I was a police officer on the show Murdoch Mysteries.

I really enjoy your flashlight reviews. I think your footage is top notch

Fenix makes some of my favorites. I also like Olight, with a tiny powerful i3e eos keychain light helping me out often.

I’m currently rocking the Streamlight Protec 1L-1aa. I have several cr123 powered platform but from a prepping standpoint I wanted a light that could use (all be it at reduce capability) a AA as a primary. When you throw out the 8 billion lumens race and focus is availability of batteries the field narrows.

Based on your review and recommendation, I bought Olight HR2s at your Amazon link and they rock. I have since bought more HR2s as gifts. I also picked up a pair of R50s for my mother. She gets power outs from time to time and likes how they turn pn automatically when the power goes out. I won't put up with Olight's broken flash sales/website.

18:00 My EDC (Brightex XR-700) does the flood to spot beam focusing but uses a different focusing mechanism. I find that type of flexibility a lot more usable for my day to day lighting use than the typical "tactical" beams I've used in the past.

Ive also lost my s1R baton. I miss it so.. now i have the H1R with head band

Anybody know of any ultralight flashlights USB chargeable with a strobe mode?

Thank you!! What works for me fits my likes but tonight I saw one I need,thanks.

Lol. My Lumen-compensation EDC is whatever recently caught my eye at the Lowe's check-out.

"Nobody's ever watched it, it's only got like 10k views" A kick in the balls to us tiny channels lol

You are right the reviews take ages to do (properly that is), but sometimes they can get decent views depends on the torch some generate a lot of interest others less so.

17:32 "Find yourself someone who looks at you the way CP looks at the Olight Marauder"

I use the Lumintop Tool AA as my EDC, small & lightweight. 1xAA (14500) 80mm length 22mm diameter 43 grams with battery Magnetic tailcap 550 lumens Comes with a diffuser so you can use it as a lantern. Throw it in the jacket pocket and forget about it until you need it (newer 650 lumen version 2.0 avaliable). If you know you're going out for an extended period of time, you grab something bigger with better runtimes.

Nate, I see your point, however I have relied on your reviews as well as reviews from Ben (Living Survival) and a few others. Weighing what each of you said before making a final decision. I think you will finds there are a lot more people out here who take your reviews into consideration before buying equipment. I don't just go out and buy any item you all give good reviews to, but it does weigh in on my final decision more times than not. Thank you for ALL of your reviews, I have watched them all including the flashlights.

Hey I need a new flashlight! Any suggestions?

Out of all the things we can get, use, or need for a SHTF scenarios, the flashlight is my obsession. I don’t have a lot of them (11 to be exact. And two of them I have four of, one for each family member). But you’re right, doing reviews on all of that is tedious without much in terms of what you’re looking for in views. Thanks for going through all that for people like me. Now I don’t need to go through dozens to decide. Olight is the obvious choice for me.

I have been carrying the S1R-2 every day from the time it came out, I love it so much I had to buy the Titanium version when it came out.

Have had a ArmyTek Predator in the past, but it had reliability issues. Biggest issues was the lack of Customer Service support. Wanted a video of the issues, before they would do anything. Never has this issue with Olight, Fenix or Surefire. So, never went back to ArmyTek. May have changed recently. With so many competitors out there, it only takes one bad customer experience to have a customer move to a competitor.

Because you have had a to of lights maybe you can help me....i need a quality 18650 flashlight that only has A single on/off or just 2 or 3 modes like hi/low or hi/med/low

EC01 any good?

So when do I get my flashlight old buddy old pal?

I got a ? for all you flashlight guru's, whats the best battety style to leave flashlight in a winter car ? Im always finding a flashlight in the center council needs to be put in pocket for 15 minutes before use & who has time for that ? Or are there none & on your person is the best/ only way to carry a light. Thanks for the vid,

Do you sell the DEFIANT light in your store?

I saw your review on the olight h2r nova. That's what I carry now. Love it. And at work use a fenix pd35. Also very good light. Great as edc all round great use

@jamiebranch9969

5 жыл бұрын

I work in construction. Do alot under homes

Do you ship to uk

Armytek Elf C2 (warm tint) is the best/my favorite flashlight I've ever owed so far. I've had bad luck with O-light (S30R Baton II) - twice. I have a Nitecore P12; I like it, but I'd like it to be 20mm shorter, I'm not taking it around with me everyday; hardly ever.

Good review for us women. Thank you! I appreciate this video. Now I have a better understanding on what I really need.

I grew up with a flashlight fascination since I grew up in the country, I'm gonna go watch that documentary now.

Your kid has it I'm sure. My kids are always taking my flashlight

Great content as always glad I found this, I'm gonna check out your other vid too, I want to get an o light one day, but I see why you hate the whole idea, flashlights are becoming crazy now and if you want power or dont understand the tech the community isn't very helpful or forgiving and alot of the reviewers get most of their stuff free so they gush over them cause they are bought off, but I've always trusted your reviews.

Great video !!

I carry a Coast G19. Love this light

Agreed the S1R II is my favorite and current EDC.

Great video 👍

My edc is the nebo pal+ bechase it is a 400 lumen (you can change the brightness) led rechargable flashlight with a knife attached

I have the coast hx5 and it at one point was concider the mag lightkiller cus it functions like a mag light in the since it zooms but its twice as good and i tbink dependingon witch batters you use you can get 100 to 130 to 300 but the 300 lumes need a specilty battery and this light just does at is says and shouldi droped it by acced a fewtimes already and um it just holds up

I had my all time favorite S2RII fall out of my pocket. The pain 💔 was real. After a month of anguish and scouring the yard and house I bought another one.

watching in 2020! thanks for the video

How about a flashlight for an electrician? We are constantly going out at night “riding” the lines searching for a fault. Our lines are about 30’ up and once we find the problem we have to fix it which could take all night. What would be your recommendation for a light that could put a focused, high lumen beam up for over 6 hours? Great videos btw. Love what you too. Best of heath to you and your family.

I’d love to have a pop can style light with big lumen output. If you want to get rid of one.

this video made me laugh so hard. I can tell your annoyed, and trying to rush through so much info in one vid to get it over with. I should probably learn more about flashlights. Living up in the yukon, there be a lot of darkness in the coming winter months

I'd say the best construction light to carry needs to be rechargeable and have a magnet mount of some sort. There's almost always something to stick it to working in a building.

I would look at either Streamlight or Surefire. I have the streamlight Protac 1L-1AA and the quality is very nice for the price.

Good video. I was tired of going though videos that were just voiceover and unoriginal b-roll. Thanks.

why don't they make an adjustable lens / reflector on lights? to adjust throw?

@1polynation169

5 жыл бұрын

never mind ...

@CanadianPrepper

5 жыл бұрын

+1polynation its called led lenser it has an integrated lens that focuses light

Last week there had to be 100 videos on the olight si1r2 baton lol

As a "normal" person a phonton light is the best flashlight you can have. Put them either on your keys or, in an outdoor/military setting on your pacebeads (after removing the metal). If you intend to use them for defensive purpose get different ones but for utility tasks they work great. It can also be usefull to have a cheap headlamp with your medical stuff and/or in your vehicle.

I get offered flashlights for review too I always turn them down. If you want to get rid of one I’ll use it 😊

@CanadianPrepper

5 жыл бұрын

+Prepper Princess okay done

Yeah I can't lie I got a mild flashlight addiction myself I prefer throwers over flood lights

Personally I've had very good experience with the Lenser-style adjustable throwing arc sytem, though not from the exact company. I currently use a Walther PL30 as my EDC light and even though it has only 90 Lumens, I can get a good 100m throw if I fully focus the light.

Thanks for shedding some light on this subject.............lol

Awesome review on the Acebeam W30. My son also did lose my best EDC (Rigid Indusrtry 800LM) and yes I still have the MagLite sitting in my garage collecting dust. Looking for new EDC to purchase and maybe also the Acebeam W30 but the price you mention must in in US dollars. Its 389CAD on Amazon. Maybe you have a better link to one.

Need to get the new Olight i1r eos rechargeable keychain light. 150 lumen and the top stays attached when you unscrew to recharge.

Hey Nate! It's me your special friend : )

I am always giving the lights away as well bro.

Nice review and I agree totally about collecting stuff! I try to avoid it.

Thank you sir.

Good Video. Yeah, Ben and Chris know their Lights. Great Channels! I've bought Lights based on their Recommendations, and have not been disappointed. However, although I have a few Lights based on Rechargeable 18650s, I'm finding myself carrying MODERN Lights that use AA/AAA batteries, even though they aren't Lithium. It's because of Availability. I can get Bulk packs of Duracells at Costco, or I can get a Four Pack and toss them into my Desk Drawer or Glove Box and be good to go. The others? Got to go Online and hope no one steals it off my Porch. So thanks for the Video and Take Care.

@livingsurvival

5 жыл бұрын

Leslie Kovacs Hi Leslie!! 👋

@lesliepaulkovacs6442

5 жыл бұрын

@@livingsurvival Hi Ben!👍

@pauljs75

5 жыл бұрын

And how does one recharge one of those fancy high output batteries if there aren't spares ready and the power is out? Using a common type means there's always some spares in a drawer or a few able to be scavenged from some other electronics.

@livingsurvival

5 жыл бұрын

pauljs75 I have portable solar panels from goalzero and powerfilm that will charge either the light directly, a charger or a usb battery bank which I can then use to top up a light.

@lesliepaulkovacs6442

5 жыл бұрын

@@livingsurvival Don't forget that if you have an Auto, you can use Car Chargers to keep Spares topped off while Driving. I just avoid use the 24/7 Outlet on my Dodge Minivan to keep my Car Battery at its peak.

Thank you

Fwiw, I have a sipik sk68 (that cheap, aa zoom light you see everywhere) that's held up pretty damn well. Had it since 2014. It's a backup/loaner light at work. My real edc is a 2015 eagtac d25c ti.. haven't been able to replace it because I just love the tint. My dad gave it to me.. he resells em for $5-10

You should try the Thrunite T1. Excellent torch / flashlight. Better than the Olight in my opinion (I own both).

Good job

For the most part, I hate flashlight reviews, also. Happy Thanksgiving, CP.

I'm still excited with every wave of new ideas , gonna carry anyways . The thing for my perspective on battery's is standard only hoping for rechargeable that are accessible , sure cant beat price in my opinion . Is Too Many , I See The Light

@Nostrildomus

5 жыл бұрын

P.S. Some of those could be mounted on a fire hose nozzle , the water could be ducted as cooling . Transiting the Erie Canal at night . . . Lol . . . It was done . Thanks All , Thanks be

I also have the bushnell 1500 lumen flash light and that works as an oversied tactical light and thats for at home yes its rechargeable

Great Vid ! Why are there so many Car Companies .

Olight seems good from the ones i looked at online in the recent past

I understand your grief over too many lights. I have only one. Catapult V6 because of the long life of the battery at low levels. I would like to see your videos lean more towards being similar to "Survivorman". Les did a great job and I think you're knowledgeable enough to mimic his show.

Just picked up a Ray O Vac pen light from Walmart for under $4. Liked it so much I bought 4 more.Try it if you don't have one already. Easy to carry, AAA Battery, and made good enough. If you lose it .....so what. PERFECT

Yeah I'm definitely not a tactical flashlight specialist lol. I'm probably close to CP's generation, from the time when MagLight was considered the only serious brand lol. Generally found my niche by trial and error over the years. Lately its been a modest 240 lumen Police Security brand flashlight. Bought one at Autozone about 5 years ago now for about $10, it's still alive after 5 years and a lot of abuse so I just got another one off of eBay. I also got another 1000 lumen LED flashlight called Shadowhawk off ebay which I damn near blinded myself looking down a gun barrel with cause I'm not used to having a flashlight that bright lol. Hope I didn't do too much permanent damage, it actually says in the instruction booklet the light can damage your eyes. Too bad I didn't read that first. Definitely thinking about getting an Olight penlight, they're one of the few flashlights that puts the clip on the right way so you can actually clip it to something and use it.

I've used a 120(?) lumen Bushnell from Walmart for a couple years. Takes one AA, lasts a long time, carry it for work everyday. Dropped it off a roof a couple times, dropped it in puddles, all sorts of crap. It serves it's purpose, it works. If I'm hunting a sasquatch or working night shift for security, I'd go more premium, of course. But for everyday stuff, a simple flashlight will do the job.

I'm interested in your opinion of surefire. I am very happy with surefire. I've compared many different flashlights. And, for me, at any given lumen rating and in the conditions I use flashlights, surefire always beats the competition. Also, the reliability/quality is very high.

@kendrajones984

3 жыл бұрын

Here's what I think of when I hear surefire: Overpriced, Proprietary, and over five years behind technology. Lets face it they dupe military and police into buying these which we pay for through our tax dollars. So you all own surefires you just don't get to use them.