AStone
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Let's devote this thread to 'EDC tactical' lights.
By 'EDC tactical', I'm not suggesting what a mall ninja would use -
mall ninjas in this thread will be swiftly dispatched by mods -
but a small flashlight that can be used for both SD & EDC.
I'm seeking to buy one that will serve first, and foremost, for SD,
meaning a fast burst of high-intensity light to a perp's retinas -
and with a small amount of work, if 'threat' isn't pertinent,
it can quickly (w/in 2 sec) transition into an EDC light.
I now understand that requires 2 lumen settings.
For me, that's in the range
80 to 5 lumens.
Click a first time, get 80, enough to blind.
Click a second time, get 5 lumens,
good to cook or read a book.
My top choice currently is the Surefire E1B Backup.
I've looked at the G2.
Nice, inexpensive, gets the job done,
but plastic and only one lumen setting.
I've looked at the E2D Defender in various configurations, too.
I don't need 200 lumens, and desire to go small,
as in 1 battery and lightweight.
I'm not convinced that a flashlight with crenelations
will protect me as well as guns, sticks or knives (see sig line),
so I'm not concerned with its diminutive size.
But, I'm open to suggestions.
No, wait, I'm seeking suggestions.
It's been said in various reviews that once other makers get the idea,
Surefire's contributions will be seen as overpriced.
Maybe. But they are innovators.
I'll pay extra for innovation. My life may be on the line today.
For those who have nine lives, wait for the clone.
OK, so my current favorite is the E1B.
What say you?
By 'EDC tactical', I'm not suggesting what a mall ninja would use -
mall ninjas in this thread will be swiftly dispatched by mods -
but a small flashlight that can be used for both SD & EDC.
I'm seeking to buy one that will serve first, and foremost, for SD,
meaning a fast burst of high-intensity light to a perp's retinas -
and with a small amount of work, if 'threat' isn't pertinent,
it can quickly (w/in 2 sec) transition into an EDC light.
I now understand that requires 2 lumen settings.
For me, that's in the range
80 to 5 lumens.
Click a first time, get 80, enough to blind.
Click a second time, get 5 lumens,
good to cook or read a book.
My top choice currently is the Surefire E1B Backup.
I've looked at the G2.
Nice, inexpensive, gets the job done,
but plastic and only one lumen setting.
I've looked at the E2D Defender in various configurations, too.
I don't need 200 lumens, and desire to go small,
as in 1 battery and lightweight.
I'm not convinced that a flashlight with crenelations
will protect me as well as guns, sticks or knives (see sig line),
so I'm not concerned with its diminutive size.
But, I'm open to suggestions.
No, wait, I'm seeking suggestions.
It's been said in various reviews that once other makers get the idea,
Surefire's contributions will be seen as overpriced.
Maybe. But they are innovators.
I'll pay extra for innovation. My life may be on the line today.
For those who have nine lives, wait for the clone.
OK, so my current favorite is the E1B.
What say you?
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