Does anyone know if the light is water proof? I'm wondering if I take a spill out of a canoe into the river, is this light toast? Thanks.
80801
I just pulled it of of the wash machine (forgot it in my pocket). The light still works great. I do recommend getting two. If you loose the one, you have a spare, but it makes a great gift!
80802
It is certainly not. The battery is very exposed. However, i have been using this model for tha last 5 years, without any failure of the lamp. I always keep one in my pocket, and I have lost a couple of them. In 5 years i have only changed once the battery, basically it getblost faster than run out of battery or damage. I highly recommend this knife, maybe it is not the most suitable for canoe, but a ziplock bag would do the job.
80803
It has been fine in my pocket during rain, so it would probably be fine as long as it's not salt water. Great knife!
80804
The battery compartment is not waterproof leading to corrosion if submerged.
80805
It is certainly not. The battery is very exposed. However, i have been using this model for tha last 5 years, without any failure of the lamp. I always keep one in my pocket, and I have lost a couple of them. In 5 years i have only changed once the battery, basically it getblost faster than run out of battery or damage.I highly recommend this knife, maybe it is not the most suitable for canoe, but a ziplock bag would do the job.
80806
Tandy, I have not capsized myself in a river with it, but I have got it wet rinsing the blade off after cutting citrus fruits and such, and I've gotten a lot more of the knife wet while doing so than I intended. If I had to guess, it would probably survive a dunk in the water, unless you happened to turn it on accidentally while it's underwater. If you're paranoid, get a dry bag and put your knife and such in it. It also has the added benefit of floating if you get dumped.
1644061
I believe it is described by the mfgr. as 'water resistant but I'm not 100% sure on that. Personally, I would have no reservations about using it in the rain, considering the solid construction of the light itself. It is a really nice light that throws a LOT of light. I believe it's worth the money.
1978194
Assuming you put the rubber seal back in place properly, this light is extremely water resistant. I've ridden in heavy, steady rain and had no problems. Great light.
174230
Sorry to say that it is not waterproof. I bought this light for duck hunting, where we walk around in a flooded marsh. There is often drizzle, fog or rain. Thankfully, I have not tripped and caused the light to go underwater. Even so, it was getting fogged up inside the clear lens after each outing. I then applied silicone sealant around the clear lens and around the right and left aluminum heat exchangers. I also wrapped the front bezel assembly with tape, where the black bezel meets the gray body. This has prevented the light from fogging up! Hope this helps someone! Steve Sorry to say that it is not waterproof. I bought this light for duck hunting, where we walk around in a flooded marsh. There is often drizzle, fog or rain. Thankfully, I have not tripped and caused the light to go underwater. Even so, it was getting fogged up inside the clear lens after each outing. I then applied silicone sealant around the clear lens and around the right and left aluminum heat exchangers. I also wrapped the front bezel assembly with tape, where the black bezel meets the gray body. This has prevented the light from fogging up! Hope this helps... » Read More Sorry to say that it is not waterproof. I bought this light for duck hunting, where we walk around in a flooded marsh. There is often drizzle, fog or rain. Thankfully, I have not tripped and caused the light to go underwater. Even so, it was getting fogged up inside the clear lens after each outing. I then applied silicone sealant around the clear lens and around the right and left aluminum heat exchangers. I also wrapped the front bezel assembly with tape, where the black bezel meets the gray body. This has prevented the light from fogging up! Hope this helps someone! Steve « Show Less
1691963
Great little flashlight but NO - it cannot withstand being submerged in water. I bought it for my boat hoping it would, but the case design has a tiny hole that will immediately let in water and would ruin the flashlight. You'll be fine in the rain, but if it goes underwater, lights out!
714870
Should be no problem being waterproof but expect only a soft glow from this model. If you need a brighter source of light I would suggest a different, waterproof model.
1601150
Definitely not, they should really say that this is water resistant. It is nowhere near waterproof. I would even question the water resistant feature. It has a rubber sleeve over the battery that is about it. It is also not 30 mine has broken the clasp which holds the band that goes over the top of the head with little to no use basically. As far as the lights it is very bright I would not say 1600 lumens break but at least 350.
1007768
Yes the light is waterproof and works great. I have mine on my atv which gets road pretty hard and I love it.
1227902
This particular one has a very bright spot in the center of a large flood. We live on the outskirts of town and go out at night a lot, We use the light and are very pleased with it. The spot shines as far as we need it to which is sometimes almost a quater of a mile across the canyon. You won't be disappointed if you purchase it, it is also very compact for it's power.
1638493
Actually I cross a river and the lamp was under the water. (But it wasn't on) later I had to turned on, and it worked perfectly.Im sure you can use it under the rain.
2140486
It is not waterproof. If you used it on a kayak or canoe and it got into the water it would be soaked.
1740839
Mine was not waterproof. I have it mounted on my boat on T-Top well above water. Rain easily gets inside and you can see moisture. It still works, but not for unprotected outdoor use without additional sealing. It does put out a lot of light, but for .10 of silicone it could have been waterproof and much better.
1313740
No. It is neither water or weather-proof. The light is portable with a self-adhering clip. I wouldn't even recommend using the light while in the company of rain or bad weather. Again, it is NOT water or weather-proof. Good Luck :)
404177
Linda my name is Ron I live in WV and we have had a lot of rain I mean a lot of rain when the sun don't sun the light is not as bright as if it did shine. Myself I have had no trouble with the light I really think it's one of the best lights on market today. I've had my solar flag light for over a year and works as good now as if were new. Wait until the rainly days are over and and the sunshine a day, I think you'll see the light works very well.
625341
Can you use it outside, yes. Is it an outdoor light, no. It's not waterproof at all. The power cord is only like 5ft, and you wouldn't be able to see them unless it's dark with almost no other lights around it. if you keep rain off of it you might be able to use it for less than a day outside, but if you left it outside to get rinsed on it would break
523907
I am not sure, the light only opens on one end and there is an "O" ring there, but I can't say for sure that it is waterproof. thanks.
433136
They are waterproof from rain that you might encounter on the trail, but haven't tried to soak them in water. Like I said in my post, they might not be the best lights in the market, but they are a great BANG-for-the-BUCS ($$) kinda lights. Have worked perfect for my needs.