EDC light help

[Javier730]

Can anyone tell me what is the difference between a regular flashlight and a "tactical flashlight"?

Surefire has flashlights like the p3x and p3x tactical. The p3x has a low setting and then high on the second click. The tactical version just has on and off. No low setting.

[1s1k52]

Can anyone tell me what is the difference between a regular flashlight and a "tactical flashlight"?

FourSevens Tactical models have momentary standard model with the same
Model# but minus the "tactical" don't.

This isn't said for all lights because the word "tactical" is thrown on anything nowdays.

[teraph]

That's the light I was thinking about but a few reviews made it sound like the momentary starts on low? But if that's the case i am sold on that light because price, size, good reputation warranty wise.

Mine has always had the high as the start. It has surprised more than a few people wandering around in the dark on training exercises. They generally are not to happy when I light them up with it. And, my favorite part, is the durability of it. It has fallen out of moving humvees, been dunked a few times by accident and harshly used (aka abused). AND I have never had to call Streamlight about the warranty.

Good luck in your search

P.S. Other than my 2 year old pick pocket, the clip keeps it in my left back pocket (all the way left so I am not sitting on it) with no issues. The humvee fall was mostly because of my own idiocy.

[Jose_in_Dallas]

Can anyone tell me what is the difference between a regular flashlight and a "tactical flashlight"?

Just my opinion. The difference between a regular flashlight like a Maglight and a tactical flashlight like a Surefire or Streamlight is the focus of the beam (usually a tight beam with little spill), uses a momentary switch, offers some level of water proofness with o-ring seals, and uses CR123 batteries.

My EDC uses 123 batteries; actually all of my flashlights and headlamps use 123's or 18650's. And to cut cost, I use rechargeable 123's and 18650's. Battery life is surprisingly good and the beams very bright. I have an LED Mini Mag that I take with me when I go camping, but it's what I let others borrow so I don't have to share any of my better flashlights with them.

[WildBill]

Can anyone tell me what is the difference between a regular flashlight and a "tactical flashlight"?

Just my opinion. The difference between a regular flashlight like a Maglight and a tactical flashlight like a Surefire or Streamlight is the focus of the beam (usually a tight beam with little spill), uses a momentary switch, offers some level of water proofness with o-ring seals, and uses CR123 batteries.

My EDC uses 123 batteries; actually all of my flashlights and headlamps use 123's or 18650's. And to cut cost, I use rechargeable 123's and 18650's. Battery life is surprisingly good and the beams very bright. I have an LED Mini Mag that I take with me when I go camping, but it's what I let others borrow so I don't have to share any of my better flashlights with them.

Thanks Jose. That seems reasonable. I only have one flashlight [Surefire Defender] that uses 123 batteries. I have been looking for rechargeable, but can't find them in any stores. One site online says that the rechargeables are not recommended for bulb flashlights. I think the voltage on the rechargeable is higher than the regular batteries.

[WildBill]

Can anyone tell me what is the difference between a regular flashlight and a "tactical flashlight"?

Just my opinion. The difference between a regular flashlight like a Maglight and a tactical flashlight like a Surefire or Streamlight is the focus of the beam (usually a tight beam with little spill), uses a momentary switch, offers some level of water proofness with o-ring seals, and uses CR123 batteries.

My EDC uses 123 batteries; actually all of my flashlights and headlamps use 123's or 18650's. And to cut cost, I use rechargeable 123's and 18650's. Battery life is surprisingly good and the beams very bright. I have an LED Mini Mag that I take with me when I go camping, but it's what I let others borrow so I don't have to share any of my better flashlights with them.

Thanks Jose. That seems reasonable. I only have one flashlight [Surefire Defender] that uses 123 batteries. I have been looking for rechargeable, but can't find them in any stores. One site online says that the rechargeables are not recommended for bulb flashlights. I think the voltage on the rechargeable is higher than the regular batteries so the bulb could burn out sooner. LEDs seem to operate at a wider voltage range.

[WildBill]

Can anyone tell me what is the difference between a regular flashlight and a "tactical flashlight"?

Surefire has flashlights like the p3x and p3x tactical. The p3x has a low setting and then high on the second click. The tactical version just has on and off. No low setting.

My Surefire Defender has the momentary on. It is a very solid flashlight. I like it a lot, but wouldn't buy another just because of the cost.

[Javier730]

Can anyone tell me what is the difference between a regular flashlight and a "tactical flashlight"?

Surefire has flashlights like the p3x and p3x tactical. The p3x has a low setting and then high on the second click. The tactical version just has on and off. No low setting.

My Surefire Defender has the momentary on. It is a very solid flashlight. I like it a lot, but wouldn't buy another just because of the cost.

After losing my surefire 6px defender about a week ago, I went ahead and bought a p2x fury. The fury is 180 lumens brighter than the defenders 320 lumens but I liked the 6px tailcap better though.

[Jose_in_Dallas]

Thanks Jose. That seems reasonable. I only have one flashlight [Surefire Defender] that uses 123 batteries. I have been looking for rechargeable, but can't find them in any stores. One site online says that the rechargeables are not recommended for bulb flashlights. I think the voltage on the rechargeable is higher than the regular batteries.

I think they are referring to incandescent bulbs, not LED bulbs. Even Surefire lists rechargeable battery kits on their website. Check out an online store like Battery Junction, I bought a rechargeable kit that came with two CR123's and added a few extra 123 later and haven't looked back. The only issue I have was when I tried them with my EB2, I only get a dim beam. Works fine with my 18650's but the 123's just aren't enough, I'm guessing it's the lower voltage (they sell higher ones) of the 123's I have.

[WildBill]

Thanks Jose. That seems reasonable. I only have one flashlight [Surefire Defender] that uses 123 batteries. I have been looking for rechargeable, but can't find them in any stores. One site online says that the rechargeables are not recommended for bulb flashlights. I think the voltage on the rechargeable is higher than the regular batteries.

I think they are referring to incandescent bulbs, not LED bulbs. Even Surefire lists rechargeable battery kits on their website. Check out an online store like Battery Junction, I bought a rechargeable kit that came with two CR123's and added a few extra 123 later and haven't looked back. The only issue I have was when I tried them with my EB2, I only get a dim beam. Works fine with my 18650's but the 123's just aren't enough, I'm guessing it's the lower voltage (they sell higher ones) of the 123's I have.

Yes, you are correct. I have an older model flashlight which doesn't have the LED bulb.

[Right2Carry]

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You will thank me later.

Thank you. Just received mine and it is a great light. I like the ease of tactical non tactical modes. Tactical has the two modes I like.

[1s1k52]

This is the light I will end up with eventually. I wish it had better programming options but it's very versatile charging wise and can take batteries if need be

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[maximus2161]

I always have a light or two hand. I carry a Streamlight Stylus Pro in my bag and have been using a Fenix PD35 which I really like a lot. Lights up things great. I had a SureFire E2D but returned it. Great light just too expensive for what it is. Also really dont need that aggressive bezel.