I have a Surefire G-2 rated at 200 lumens that I really like. How does this compare for brightness and durability?
1999655
I don't have any idea on how bright the G2 is, but the Mag-Lite TAC is by far one of the brightest flashlights I have ever owned. I loaned it to my young son, and he doesn't want to give it up. I've got some 500 and 600 lumens, that this little guy will stay up with. My only beef, I have with it, is that the company should have figured out a way to install a wrist strap.
1999656
I don't have a Surefire, but I can say that this maglite is extremely durable. I have a small farm and try to remember to carry it with me any time I go out at night. I use it while out late at night on the tractor/ATV to check fence lines, find animals, etc. I haven't dropped it too many times but it has gotten wet from rain and dirty an dusty from general use and it still works and looks great. It feels very solid like you would expect from a MagLite.
1999657
This is 305 lumens and due to the adjustable focus it can both light up a big area or allow you to focus it down a tree row. Very bright. It feels very solid and, well, it's a Maglite.
1999658
I don't know what the lumens is on the MagLite I use mine every night for inspections and it is very brightI don't have to get as close to what I'm inspecting because of the brightness and I have dropped it numerous times and never phased, I have a surefire G-2 on a weapon it may not be quite as brightbut it's right up there
165901
Use Surefire C123. Have purchased off brands and they have not lasted as long as the Surefire.
327701
LA Police Gear Operator L2. 730 lumens for $40. Includes tactical lockout, and it is bulletproof. I highly recommend it. It is better than my Surefire E2d.
2084224
Peter, I looked back at my orders and I bought a UTG- 2 in 1 Tactical LED Flashlight with Red Laser here at amazon and paid 66.25 and sold by.- Optics Planet,Inc... The light has 150- Lumen of light output and 500- Meter Laser... I've liked mine very much I've gotten Presure Switches on each side of the trigger one for light & other for laser. And when I hit them whatever I'm aiming at is dead. my brothers or using it out in south tx and want them mounted on some AR-15's. Mine is mounted on a GSG-22 and I take Ear shots... Hope this helps you somemore good luck in your search my friend. John B. Peter, I looked back at my orders and I bought a UTG- 2 in 1 Tactical LED Flashlight with Red Laser here at amazon and paid 66.25 and sold by.- Optics Planet,Inc... The light has 150- Lumen of light output and 500- Meter Laser... I've liked mine very much I've gotten Presure Switches on each side of the trigger one for light & other for laser. And when I hit them whatever I'm aiming at is dead. my brothers or using it out in south tx and want them mounted on some AR-15's. Mine is mounted on a GSG-22 and I take Ear shots... Hope this helps you somemore good luck in your search my friend.... » Read More Peter, I looked back at my orders and I bought a UTG- 2 in 1 Tactical LED Flashlight with Red Laser here at amazon and paid 66.25 and sold by.- Optics Planet,Inc... The light has 150- Lumen of light output and 500- Meter Laser... I've liked mine very much I've gotten Presure Switches on each side of the trigger one for light & other for laser. And when I hit them whatever I'm aiming at is dead. my brothers or using it out in south tx and want them mounted on some AR-15's. Mine is mounted on a GSG-22 and I take Ear shots... Hope this helps you somemore good luck in your search my friend. John B. « Show Less
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I got the light and a holster. I have to disagree with William - I noticed no difference between Ultrafire 26650 and Samsung 18650 (I guess Ultrafire overstates its capacity). Also no increase in brightness by using 3 batteries - just more heat.
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135??? Of all the both handheld & gun mounted lights I have, this one puts them to shame. Some swear by Surefire lights, but save $100 and get this one. Shock-proof on both my Glock 23 and AR15 shooting 5.56 NATO rounds. Anything cheaper I wouldn't trust, let alone put on a gun used for defense...
906857
Can not tell for sure, but compared to my other tactical flashlights (streamlight, surefire, etc) I would say no more than 40 lumens. My intended usage for it, is home defense attached to my Mossberg 500 tactical for which I consider it to be adequate.
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The surefire 300U has a 500 lumen output, but in a greener spectrum. This makes the light still appear white, but adds much more definition making it appear far brighter than an equal lumen light. It runs off of two CR123a batteries. The 300u also has a filter over the lens to prevent carbon buildup. Take note, it may be too long for some holsters, but it fit my safariland fine. Some had to take out the removable plastic disk at the bottom of the holster to work, in addition, the light comes with four mounts, you may have to find which mount works due to varying differences in rail systems.
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I haven't dropped any of my Thrunite flashlights so I can't respond on the dropping issue. I have 3 of the Thrunites and the tn35 is by far the best and the brightest ! My tn30 mini is rated at 3200 lumens and my tn35 is brighter. According to reviews, the Thrunites are pretty accurate on their lumens ratings
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The info. I got was 500. I have no way of testing it. At 500 or 600 its still super bright. I saw a test where it beat a 800 lumen light.
166659
the brightness is good outside the times I have used it outside , even though I use it mostly at an indoor range, on a MP 15-22
1716707
Don't know what the brightest is, but I really like this light. Going on 2 years now with no issues. I have a friend who ha one of the 2200 lumen lights (with the 3 lights in it), and he likes his as well. A little brighter, but also takes up more space on the handlebar. I live out in the country, so don't have as much of a problem being seen among all the other distractions that you'd get in the city, but I have seen a lot of cars dimming their headlights even before rounding a curve in the road because they could clearly see my light.
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It depends on the particular platform you want to use it on. Surefire obviously makes a good light, but do ask a lot of money for them! Mag light also is good. You will find that quality over quantity will win in this, because if you go cheap, you'll pay in the end.
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I believe it is: Light output: 60 Lumens. Per my prior review: "This light gives a tight circle to at least 40 yards [120ft]. I was able to identify a test subject at that distance on a moonless night. From testing, it appears that shooting at the center of the light circle will get you close for the "kill" at 20-40 ft., or further, (as it appears that on a full size Glock, the light is centered at some distance from the factory). It is not a laser, but in the "heat of combat" it should suffice if you shoot in the center of the light, (assuming that your light is close to center on the target). This should be sufficient in a dark house. I love this light. Much better than a Mag Light, (which I love). I know some may have a negative comment, but in the heat of the moment, a criminal will be heading for an exit and will be jumping for joy that you did not hit him. Same as a laser. If he stands still long enough for you to draw a bead on him with a laser, he is either STUPID or you are just lucky. I would rather know I can shoot into the center of the light beam and have a great chance of a "hit" in a SHTF situation. For what it is worth....
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I don't know the lumens. Mine has HWA/WYS Ultrafire engraved on it, shipped from the US, it was advertised as 1600 lumens, but I highly doubted. My only suggestion is to go with the brand names and if possible, ones that shipped from the US.
908553
I wrote a review on the light after I bought it and was quite skeptacle on the brightness of the claimed 1200 lumens. I saw the pic and was impressed as well but now that I have it not so much. I'm not buying it ... The photo that is. Hope helps.
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Surefire is a top American brand. This is a cheap Chinese light. You get what you pay for. As also noted, the beam quality on this light will not compare to what you'd see on a name-brand flashlight.