The LED Lenser P5R, like the larger M7R, utilizes an optic that is a combination lens and reflector. This permits a smooth and fairly artifact-free beam that can be focused quickly in both spot and flood mode. The P5R features several operational modes and a maximum output of 200 lumens...
LED bulb technology has improved noticeably since we reviewed our first LED bulb half a year ago, with new products are starting to focus on replacing higher-wattage incandescent bulbs. This new 2011 model from the Feit Electric Performance LED line has a brightness of 800 lumens, uses 13 watts, and...
Philips LED replacement bulbs of different shapes and sizes have been on retail shelves for quite some time now. We were fairly impressed with the AmbientLED A19 12.5W LED bulb that we reviewed earlier this year and just learned that a similar bulb, which uses just 9.7W to produce 910 lumens, was picked...
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...