Most flashlights use a fixed focus because an adjustable focus without distracting artifacts is not as easy as it sounds, but the LED Lenser M7R, which uses an optic that is both a lens and a reflector, is one of the few that can be focused quickly for a smooth...
First previewed at SHOT Show 2011, the Maglite XL200 is the latest member of Maglite’s tactical-sized XL Series of flashlights. The XL200 operates on three common AAA batteries for 172 lumens of maximum output, rivaling rechargeable and lithium CR123 powered flashlights, and has a new user interface that combines the...
Even though Stanley Black & Decker is best known for quality hand tools, it should be no surprise that we’re more interested their line of flashlights that run on 2AA, 3AAA, and 3D alkaline batteries, as well as a rechargeable NiMH model. We’re big fans of rechargeable LED flashlights, so we’ll...
Featuring the same great user interface as the Streamlight Stinger, the Strion family of lithium-ion flashlights combines rechargeable performance with the small size of a tactical flashlight. At a mere 6”, about the same size as a 2AA flashlight, the Strion LED puts out a regulated 160 lumens for 2...
Many devices that we use today have user interfaces that can be customized by consumers, and with the NexTorch myTorch line of customizable flashlights, the flashlight is no exception. As the first PC-programmable LED flashlight, the NexTorch myTorch Series can be programmed for various output levels and flash patterns. The...
TerraLUX, best known for the MiniStar line of LED upgrade modules, also has a small line of performance flashlights. The LightStar family consists of several AA-powered flashlights, with the new LightStar300 featuring a wide beam pattern and increased brightness over older models. Standard features of the LightStar are aluminum construction,...
