Posted: 11/10/2011 8:08:58 PM EDT
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I'm trying to find a good LED light for an elderly relative. I was helping them look for something in the dark and they were amazed by how bright my SureFire Z2-S was, so much so that they were ready to hand me the money to go get them one. It doesn't really have the best features for someone their age. A clicky-switch would be better IMO, as well as variable output, and small enough to fit in a purse. I was going to go with a SureFire G2X Pro (15/200 Lumens at 45/2.5 Hours of runtime) but I don't necessarily want them to have to deal with the CR123A batteries.
What options are out there that are similar in size and functionality to a G2X Pro, but run off of AA or AAA batteries, or perhaps some sort of rechargeable cell? Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile |
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I'm trying to find a good LED light for an elderly relative. I was helping them look for something in the dark and they were amazed by how bright my SureFire Z2-S was, so much so that they were ready to hand me the money to go get them one. It doesn't really have the best features for someone their age. A clicky-switch would be better IMO, as well as variable output. I was going to go with a SureFire G2X Pro (15/200 Lumens at 45/2.5 Hours of runtime) but I don't necessarily want them to have to deal with the CR123A batteries. What options are out there that are similar in size and functionality to a G2X Pro, but run off of AA or AAA batteries, or perhaps some sort of rechargeable cell? Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_5/1251807_What_flashlight_should_I_get_next_.html&page=2 |
| check out Coast flashlights. I have a few and their product line is almost all new now. Most run on standard alkaline batteries with excellent performance. They are priced on the low side too, but are well made. |
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as well as variable output. Not recommended for old coots - Adds too much complexity. I'd also suggest something that's physically large - Coots tend to lose small things. If it was me, I'd probably give 'em a Mag-Lite LED flashlight that uses 2 D-cells - Decent brightness, simple to use, has good battery life, hard to lose, uses common batteries. |
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Im not a flashlight guru in the slightest, but have recently been thinking of picking up a streamlight scorpion x.
http://www.streamlight.com/product/product.aspx?pid=223 |
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Quoted: I'm trying to find a good LED light for an elderly relative. I was helping them look for something in the dark and they were amazed by how bright my SureFire Z2-S was, so much so that they were ready to hand me the money to go get them one. It doesn't really have the best features for someone their age. A clicky-switch would be better IMO, as well as variable output, and small enough to fit in a purse. I was going to go with a SureFire G2X Pro (15/200 Lumens at 45/2.5 Hours of runtime) but I don't necessarily want them to have to deal with the CR123A batteries. What options are out there that are similar in size and functionality to a G2X Pro, but run off of AA or AAA batteries, or perhaps some sort of rechargeable cell? Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile Maratac lights at County Comm. The single AAA light is my go to, they also have a AA. Plenty of output considering only one cell, they're purse/pocket size, and they're smooth 3-level twisty lights, with clips. Plus they're CHEAP, and damn solid. |
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as well as variable output. Not recommended for old coots - Adds too much complexity. I'd also suggest something that's physically large - Coots tend to lose small things. If it was me, I'd probably give 'em a Mag-Lite LED flashlight that uses 2 D-cells - Decent brightness, simple to use, has good battery life, hard to lose, uses common batteries. Home Depot has the 2D LED Maglite on sale again for $16. It's a good light for home use that's relatively bright. There's a couple threads kicking around in the Survival Forum about flashlights . Flashlight thread 1 Klarus XT10 A 4Sevens Quark review There's a couple site sponsers and industry partners that sell them. If you can't find one with them, keep an eye on steep and cheap. There's been a lot of flashlights on sale the past week. |
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AA powered, HIGH/LOW mode with a clickie, probably 150 honest lumens, $17:
http://www.batteryjunction.com/tlf-3l2aa-.html Sorry, the next model up has HIGH/LOW Use code VETERANS for 10% discount. |
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I have one of these. Straight forward, quality flashlight that runs on two AAs and is plenty bright. Bought two for each of my parents last year for Christmas. |
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Looks very promising! How honest is Fenix on their Lumen ratings? Reviews in general look good. Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile |
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I bought my grandpa a G2X Pro, I don't like how the variable output on it works. I haven't played with it a lot but it seemed to be difficult to get it on low mode. I have no problems with my E1B or E2D. As far as the CR123a situation goes, just buy them an 18 pack from brightflashlights.com and they probably won't have to worry about it for a while. |
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The Nitecore D11.2 is a very nice flashlight. It operates on a single inexpensive AA battery, available virtually everywhere, and adjusts infinitely from 3 lumens to 145 lumens. It operates with one hand, with a single button for turning it on, and adjusting the light output I EDC the Nitecore D10, which is identical in operation, but has an older, less efficient LED emitter. |
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Fenix does a decent job of rating the output of their lightd Quoted: Looks very promising! How honest is Fenix on their Lumen ratings? Reviews in general look good. Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile Fenix does a very good job of rating the output of their flashlights. Surefire tends to be fairly conseravitive in rating their flashlights, so a fenix that puts out the 'same' number of lumens as a SureFire may look a little bit less bright. |
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I'm trying to find a good LED light for an elderly relative. I was helping them look for something in the dark and they were amazed by how bright my SureFire Z2-S was, so much so that they were ready to hand me the money to go get them one. It doesn't really have the best features for someone their age. A clicky-switch would be better IMO, as well as variable output, and small enough to fit in a purse. I was going to go with a SureFire G2X Pro (15/200 Lumens at 45/2.5 Hours of runtime) but I don't necessarily want them to have to deal with the CR123A batteries. What options are out there that are similar in size and functionality to a G2X Pro, but run off of AA or AAA batteries, or perhaps some sort of rechargeable cell? Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile Radio Shack and most hardware stores carry CR123A batteries. I haven't been in a Walgreens or Kmart in a while, but I bet they have them too. Go for the Surefire, maybe even a G2L if you can find one. |
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Quoted: Looks very promising! How honest is Fenix on their Lumen ratings? Reviews in general look good. Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile Let me add to their good reviews... I've got several versions of Fenix and am very happy with each one! Most of the ones I have take the CR123s but I also have a couple that take AAs & both have great battery life. I've bought them not only for myself but my wife, mother and mother-in-law and all have been happy with theirs'. So here's a big Thumbs Up on Fenix from me! |
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One other thing... If you want to get one using the CR123 batteries order them from here for about $1 each: http://www.batteryjunction.com/tpen-tcr123a-.html Get them a box of 12 at a time and you won't have to worry about them getting stuck in the dark. An if you go with the Fenix flashlight, you can get it from there also usually at a good price. |
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Titanium is silly in a flashlight. |
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Quark AA squared tactical.
http://www.4sevens.com/product_info.php?cPath=297_306&products_id=1656 |
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Go with BikertrashXx4's recommendation of the Fenix E21.
It meets all your criteria: Clicky switch. High and Low. anything else, gets confusing for the elderly, especially: multi click, click and hold, twist-twist-twist-hold. they forget. The high and low on the E21 is easy, tight bezel for high, loose for low. not expensive, but still well made, and durable. small enough for purse. not too small to lose. aa batteries. rechargeble option. you dont have to go and buy eneloops, just get that energizer rechargeble 4AA battery combo, with the charger included, if they want a recharge option. warm tint, (most elderly people i know dont like the HID blue tint of some LEDS) |
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Go with BikertrashXx4's recommendation of the Fenix E21. It meets all your criteria: Clicky switch. High and Low. anything else, gets confusing for the elderly, especially: multi click, click and hold, twist-twist-twist-hold. they forget. The high and low on the E21 is easy, tight bezel for high, loose for low. not expensive, but still well made, and durable. small enough for purse. not too small to lose. aa batteries. rechargeble option. you dont have to go and buy eneloops, just get that energizer rechargeble 4AA battery combo, with the charger included, if they want a recharge option. warm tint, (most elderly people i know dont like the HID blue tint of some LEDS) That's a solid suggestion, particularly if you don't think the small-ish size makes it prone to being lost. However, the Eneloops would be a much better choice than most other NiMH batteries, simply because they don't self-discharge in a few weeks - which means (1.) no need to remember to recharge them periodically, and (2.) no unpleasant surprises if you forget. For a forgetful-prone old coot, that's a VERY important advantage. |
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I'm trying to find a good LED light for an elderly relative. I was helping them look for something in the dark and they were amazed by how bright my SureFire Z2-S was, so much so that they were ready to hand me the money to go get them one. It doesn't really have the best features for someone their age. A clicky-switch would be better IMO, as well as variable output, and small enough to fit in a purse. I was going to go with a SureFire G2X Pro (15/200 Lumens at 45/2.5 Hours of runtime) but I don't necessarily want them to have to deal with the CR123A batteries. What options are out there that are similar in size and functionality to a G2X Pro, but run off of AA or AAA batteries, or perhaps some sort of rechargeable cell? Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile Maratac lights at County Comm. The single AAA light is my go to, they also have a AA. Plenty of output considering only one cell, they're purse/pocket size, and they're smooth 3-level twisty lights, with clips. Plus they're CHEAP, and damn solid. Damn sloppy, ricketty junk. I hate lights that flicker when over tightened. All 4 of them did. |
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Looks very promising! How honest is Fenix on their Lumen ratings? Reviews in general look good. Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile This is an ideal choice for simplicity and run time. They are very good lights and rated properly. |
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Go with BikertrashXx4's recommendation of the Fenix E21. It meets all your criteria: Clicky switch. High and Low. anything else, gets confusing for the elderly, especially: multi click, click and hold, twist-twist-twist-hold. they forget. The high and low on the E21 is easy, tight bezel for high, loose for low. not expensive, but still well made, and durable. small enough for purse. not too small to lose. aa batteries. rechargeble option. you dont have to go and buy eneloops, just get that energizer rechargeble 4AA battery combo, with the charger included, if they want a recharge option. warm tint, (most elderly people i know dont like the HID blue tint of some LEDS) That's a solid suggestion, particularly if you don't think the small-ish size makes it prone to being lost. However, the Eneloops would be a much better choice than most other NiMH batteries, simply because they don't self-discharge in a few weeks - which means (1.) no need to remember to recharge them periodically, and (2.) no unpleasant surprises if you forget. For a forgetful-prone old coot, that's a VERY important advantage. Listen to this man |
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Since we are here. I have a scorpion that just burns thru cr123's, is that normal? Oh, by that I mean the batteries just go dead after not much use and for the most part just being int he flashlight. Incandescent? Single mode? Smoking bright is the only option. |
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http://www.sunwayman.com/html/products/201104/51.html
Check out the Sunwayman line up. A lot of their lights have a variable brightness control ring. Click on, twist for bright or dim. Easier than clicking through a bunch of modes or having to figure outa programming menu, and better all around than a single mode, which may be too bright or too dim. |
I went with the Fenix E21, and with the Veteran's Day coupon code I decided to get one for my sister and nephew for Christmas as well.