good flashlight with high lumens?

[prduke]

Looking for a "tactical" light....but not one to attach to my gun. A small hand held, not the 6 D type of lights. Maybe 4-6 inches?

Like to have one with 180+ lumens, end cap button for on/off, AA or AAA type of battery, LED bulb, long run time.

I have seen some that meet some of the criteria...surefire for example had everything, but took special batteries, (123A?)

Any thoughts are brand, model, where to purchase, etc?

Thanks!

PAUL

 

[KokomoDave]

Paul
Jetbeam just introduced a couple new TFL's that use a AA battery. They are rock solid. My GF bought me the PA-10 for Christmas. What ever TFL you buy-check warranty,quality,reputation,price and durability.

Jetbeam PA-10 - Jetbeam USA

 

[OneBadV8]

Pelican lights have been getting really good reviews and I believe they make some that take AAs as well.

 

[esrice]

https://www.indianagunowners.com/fo...reamlight_has_become_my_go_to_for_lights.html

This one meets most of your requirements: ProTac® Series - ProTac® 2AA | Streamlight

This one gets you 180 lumens, but changes battery types: ProTac® Series - ProTac® 2L | Streamlight

 

[IndyBeerman]

Paul
Jetbeam just introduced a couple new TFL's that use a AA battery. They are rock solid. My GF bought me the PA-10 for Christmas. What ever TFL you buy-check warranty,quality,reputation,price and durability.

Jetbeam PA-10 - Jetbeam USA

How's this mini flame thrower performing for you?
Love to get something like this for my SUV and bag.

 

[Spyke05]

Great ideas guys. I will say this thoguh the 123A batteries are really widespread now in use with lights. That being said I really love my Surefire Z2 combat light with high intensity led bulb. Its a very tough rugged light with a great warranty.

 

[paddling_man]

Recharge for everyday use and keep the primaries stored in gearbags. I've gone thru multiples of Streamlight, Surefire, Jetbeam, Fenix, Nitecore, and Novatac. If I had only found the HDS (Ra) from the start, I would be out much less money.

'Course, the upside is that I've got enough lights to keep 'em stashed everywhere.

More light...

 

[teddy12b]

While it's not exactly what you're looking for, I just bought a Streamlight Poltac LED and it's bright enough to blind anyone. http://www.amazon.com/Streamlight-8...=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1325105001&sr=1-7

I'm very happy with what I bought.

 

[nate77]

I have a Streamlight Protac 2L, very bright, and compact; it comes with a holster too, I carry mine on my belt next to my Swisstool everyday, and love it.

FYI, I just got 12 Streamlight CR132a's on Amazon for around 20 bucks, they really aren't that expensive.

 

[EvilElmo]

+1 for the Protac 2L. Great light, small and lightweight.

 

[Shay]

In my humble opinion the best defensive flashlight currently made is the Surefire Lx2.

http://www.google.com/products/cata...=5I38Tpz3LdP0gAe5zKibAg&sqi=2&ved=0CFUQ8wIwAQ

It's not inexpensive, but it's very high quality and has the best feature set for a handheld light.

 

[theledwarehouse]

If you want AA batteries, the new 4Sevens X AA^2 is a nice. 10 year warranty, lots of light, not too expensive.
4Sevens Quark X AA^2 Tactical

The Jetbeam PA10 and PA20 is also a very solid light. JetBeam PA20

Surefire back up is a very nice EDC light as well. This is what I personally carry.
Surefire E1B Back up BLACK

 

[theledwarehouse]

also, now through Monday, we are having our New Year's sale which is 13% off anything store wide. Just enter coupon newyear when you check out.

 

[VERT]

https://www.indianagunowners.com/fo...reamlight_has_become_my_go_to_for_lights.html

This one meets most of your requirements: ProTac® Series - ProTac® 2AA | Streamlight

This one gets you 180 lumens, but changes battery types: ProTac® Series - ProTac® 2L | Streamlight

My buddy carries a ProTac 2L and I really like his light. It is bright, compact, fits in the pocket well and has a strobe feature. I understand the reason to want a light that takes 2AA batteries but the CR123 lights tend to be brighter. A person can buy these new for about $60 and they are well worth the money.

In my humble opinion the best defensive flashlight currently made is the Surefire Lx2.

http://www.google.com/products/cata...=5I38Tpz3LdP0gAe5zKibAg&sqi=2&ved=0CFUQ8wIwAQ

It's not inexpensive, but it's very high quality and has the best feature set for a handheld light.

I just purchased a Surefire LX2. What an awesome light! I had it in my hand for about 15 seconds before my wife put it in her pocket and left. Other then when it is sitting on the dresser I never get to see the darn thing. But if I got to carry this light it would be a cadillac.

 

[mkbar80]

Great ideas guys. I will say this thoguh the 123A batteries are really widespread now in use with lights. That being said I really love my Surefire Z2 combat light with high intensity led bulb. Its a very tough rugged light with a great warranty.

This....I don't see 123's as "special" batteries. Every major brand makes them, I can get duracells at Kroger. Surefires at Lowes.

 

[rookie0014]

boondock outdoors the light is called a kill light i use them hunting at night for yotes. not sure if you r looking for something like this but i can say this i have the 100 and the 250 and hands down best beam and brightest light i have ever had or seen you can get red,white,blue,green colors and i have the red but even in red i have no problem identifing what animal yote,fox,dog ect at 200yds

 

[Caleb]

Maelstrom S12, Aluminum 4Sevens.Com

4sevens Maelstrom S12... 800 lumens in a surefire size package. While I have no ties to this vender, I have bought from this guy before and can vouch for him.

 

[Hammerhead]

Check out the review forum where I did a review of the Nebo Redline. They now make them in black.

 

[AF Gunner]

Pro Tec 2L going for less than 45 on amazon.

Amazon.com: Streamlight ProTac 2L Professional Tactical: Home Improvement

 

[esrice]

Pro Tec 2L going for less than 45 on amazon.

Amazon.com: Streamlight ProTac 2L Professional Tactical: Home Improvement

$42 at INGO Advertiser Indiana Supply Depot.

Streamlight PT-2L