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Triggers don't
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I know forumites seek input on handheld flashlights from time to time. Just saw this in-depth comparison on quite a few lights conducted on the Werkz Holsters YouTube Channel.

 
Posts: 1353 | Location: Petal, MS | Registered: January 21, 2012Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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Thanks, that is an extreme torture test.



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Neat test. I do like my Fenix lights. Now have Chicago, Philly, Miami, Anchorage, Phoenix, and Seattle PD test those for a year on the job. I’d be willing to wager the top 3 would come through with flying colors.
 
Posts: 2715 | Location: Illinois  | Registered: July 14, 2010Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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In my case, the test would be:

How well does it handle going through the washing machine?

How cheap is it to replace, when I lose it?

Anything sharp to hurt the baby?
 
Posts: 6810 | Location: Republic of Ice Cream, Low Country, SC. | Registered: May 24, 2007Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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Thanks for sharing... I carry the Surefire that's tested.. glad it made it to #2...


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Posts: 2789 | Location: VA | Registered: April 15, 2003Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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I have a few Malkoff Device lights that are bombproof. Highly recommend them. (family run business in Alabama)
 
Posts: 5302 | Location: NH | Registered: April 20, 2010Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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For anyone looking for more info and to not spend a lot but still get great performance, the 2 flashlight sites that have waaaaaaay too much (good) information are Budget Flashlight Forum and Candlepower.

Rabbit hole links:

https://budgetlightforum.com/

https://www.candlepowerforums.com/

For myself, I've settled on Sofirn SC31pro as near ideal for what I want. Love the Emisar D4 in both Aluminum and Titanium, and the Convoys in Titanium, but the lit up on/off button of the SC31, charging with USB and the price sell that one for me.



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Posts: 2069 | Location: Portland | Registered: August 01, 2012Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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Project Farm just did a flashlight review. I cut to the chase and screenshotted the rankings for future reference.


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