On 6/26/15 a member posted a question about which flashlight to use while camping.Some members recommended a fairly expensive flashlight. Others felt it was too expensive for camping and were concerned about losing it.Ivylog recommended This Flashlight. On a whim, I decided to try the lights.I ordered two flashlights, they were shipped from New Jersey and I received them in two days.I was impressed with the quality, especially for the price. I installed three AAA batteries (not included) and turned it on at night.I was really impressed. They produce a lot of light.My DW was also impressed. She ordered 10 more flashlights.She thinks they will come in handy and, be nice giftsWill I still be impressed in a year or five years from now?Don't know, time will tell.I do know that for now, I'm very impressed with the quality and performance of the 'cheap' flashlight.I'm not endorsing this product. Just commenting on my observations.Here's the Original Post

I have an older model CREE flashlite now for several years. Mine has three modes; high beam, low beam and flashing. The high beam is strong enough to walk on. ;) Except for replacing batteries once, it has performed flawlessly. Think it was around $10 when I bought it.

I have one very similar to the one you have. Got mine at Amazon. What I like is that the on-off switch is in the end and the light beam focus is push-pull. Much easier than turning like on a Maglite, especially if your hands are wet.

Gbopp, thanks for the followup report. Over the last six years I've bought a bunch of LED bulbs for my home and RV. The new CREE chip is amazing in how much light it puts out and it's the only type I try and buy now. At Christmas HomeDepot had a pair of non focusing Cree flashlights with the six batteries for $10. The also had head lamps for the same deal making for great gifts. Granted I spent $100, but instead of one rechargeable flashlight I had 20 stocking stuffers.The only problem I've had with some is the on/off push button gives problems but that has been the free ones at Harbor Freight with the little round LEDs.

I have several of these CREE type of flashlights around here that uses the three AAA round battery holder. They small enough to carry in your pocket and do very well... Been using them for years... Roy Ken

Ivylog wrote:The only problem I've had with some is the on/off push button gives problems but that has been the free ones at Harbor Freight with the little round LEDs.I've also had a couple small Harbor Freight flashlight On/Off buttons fail.But, they were free so, no big loss.I try not to buy anything from HF unless I have a 20% off coupon and get something free.I assume the aluminum alloy casings on all these flashlights can be recycled?Also, I'm not bashing the more expensive lights. Maybe they will last years without problems.The lifespan of the cheaper lights, time will tell.It just makes more sense to me to use a cheaper light for camping, especially when your grandsons are living with you.Know what I mean? :)

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zigzagrv
Explorer
Jul 01, 2015
I have an older model CREE flashlite now for several years. Mine has three modes; high beam, low beam and flashing. The high beam is strong enough to walk on. ;) Except for replacing batteries once, it has performed flawlessly. Think it was around $10 when I bought it.
coolmom42
Explorer II
Jul 01, 2015
I have one very similar to the one you have. Got mine at Amazon. What I like is that the on-off switch is in the end and the light beam focus is push-pull. Much easier than turning like on a Maglite, especially if your hands are wet.
Ivylog
Explorer III
Jul 01, 2015
Gbopp, thanks for the followup report. Over the last six years I've bought a bunch of LED bulbs for my home and RV. The new CREE chip is amazing in how much light it puts out and it's the only type I try and buy now.

At Christmas HomeDepot had a pair of non focusing Cree flashlights with the six batteries for $10. The also had head lamps for the same deal making for great gifts. Granted I spent $100, but instead of one rechargeable flashlight I had 20 stocking stuffers.

The only problem I've had with some is the on/off push button gives problems but that has been the free ones at Harbor Freight with the little round LEDs.
RoyB
Explorer II
Jul 01, 2015
I have several of these CREE type of flashlights around here that uses the three AAA round battery holder. They small enough to carry in your pocket and do very well... Been using them for years...

Roy Ken
gbopp
Explorer
Jul 01, 2015
Ivylog wrote:

The only problem I've had with some is the on/off push button gives problems but that has been the free ones at Harbor Freight with the little round LEDs.

I've also had a couple small Harbor Freight flashlight On/Off buttons fail.
But, they were free so, no big loss.
I try not to buy anything from HF unless I have a 20% off coupon and get something free.

I assume the aluminum alloy casings on all these flashlights can be recycled?

Also, I'm not bashing the more expensive lights. Maybe they will last years without problems.
The lifespan of the cheaper lights, time will tell.
It just makes more sense to me to use a cheaper light for camping, especially when your grandsons are living with you.
Know what I mean? :)
fitznj
Explorer
Jul 01, 2015
I've had really good luck with CREE lights.
I ordered a couple for my mountain bike for night riding and they
turn night into day.

Solidly built - I would highly recommend them

Gerry
Helmsey
Explorer
Jul 01, 2015
I don't NEED another light but I might as well try this one out :)
rr2254545
Explorer
Jul 01, 2015
Helmsey wrote:
I don't NEED another light but I might as well try this one out :)

I ordered one just now for fun
dave17352
Explorer
Jul 01, 2015
I really like the headlamp style. It is great to have both hands free and for some reason the light is always pointing in the direction I am looking!
quingus
Explorer
Jul 10, 2015
For my likes, field of view to 50ft, durability, replacement parts, quality of material and workmanship. I use for work as a LEO, streamline rechargeable-exspensive and has good weight in case of emergencies or self defense. Maglite has been around for years. Same concept, but cheaper. I bought this mega flashlight from sports authority. This thing is beefy. LED, uses 6d batteries, about two ft long. Bought for my wife when her and my daughter go to church camp in the Redwoods. These lights are not for children or people who don't or can't appreciate a good tool. I bought several small Maglites for the kids and teens. Don't care if they drop, lose of whatever. I think when folks take family camping everyone should have one over the age of 7 +/-. All IMHO of course. Everyone has there own way of doing things.

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