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    [Review] Nitecore HC35 Headlamp ... 2.7K+TIR+21700+USB

    Here arrives a new and next-gen addition to the Nitecore HC headlamp series, featuring not only their first 21700 headlamp, but it’s also got TIR! Link to product page: https://flashlight.nitecore.com/product/hc35 OverviewWhat stands out to me is the addition of the TIR lens which gives it a...
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    [Review] Nitecore EC4GTS ... 1,800 lm + Diecast + Turbo Boost UI

    Here’s a +1 for the EC4 family, the new EC4GTS featuring upgraded 1,800 lumens. Link to product page: https://flashlight.nitecore.com/product/ec4gts OverviewOverall, the star of this light is the great performance, stays above 50% initial output the whole time!, thanks to the heat-dissipating...
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    [Review] Nitecore TM10K ... 10,000 lm!! + 3-button UI + QC2.0 USB!

    At “10,000 Lumens!!,” this is Nitecore’s new lumen king and it can totally fit in your pocket! Link to manufacture product page: https://flashlight.nitecore.com/product/tm10k OverviewThe light has it all, wall of light, small form factor, 3-button UI, user-adjustable HIGH mode, OLED screen...
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    [Review] Nitecore MH12GTS ... 1.8k lm + Waterproof USB Port + Tactical

    This is the updated MH12GTS featuring 1,800 lumens, internally water-proofed USB-charging, and a dual-switch interface. Link to product page: https://www.nitecorestore.com/MH12GTS-1800-Lumen-Long-Throw-Flashlight-p/fl-nite-mh12gts.htm OverviewOverall, I like the new lumen upgrade and the...
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    [Review] Fenix CL23 Lantern ... 3xAA + 300lm + Down & Front lights

    This is the newest addition to the growing Fenix lantern series, this one featuring 3XAA for extended runtimes off the grid. Link to manufacture product page: http://www.fenixlight.com/ProductMore.aspx?id=3281&tid=31&cid=30#.W6snNGhKjIU Overview Overall, I really like 3XAA format and the...
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    [Review] Nitecore TIP Cu ... 360 lm + Copper + USB Charging

    Hi All! FastTech sent me the Nitecore TIP Cu to test. The Cu is a new addition to the now wide variety of NItecore TIPs available. This time it’s solid copper, a much coveted material for fashion and performance oriented EDC’ers. It’s still the same specs as the previous versions but I’ll add my...
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    [Review] Nitecore C2 ... 6.5k lm + Quad LEDs + Integrated Charging

    The the Concept 2 combines a high output of 6,500 lumens with a super small form factor with two-stage (camera shutter) style UI (one of my fav interfaces) while also sporting the sleek and smooth appearance of the “concept” series. Thanks to Nitecore for sending the sample for testing! Link...
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    [Review] Nitecore EC22 ... 1000 lm + Dial!

    Hi All! NitecoreStore.com sent me the EC22 to test and review and I wanted to share my experience with you here. Let me know if you have any questions *** Nitecore has burst onto the flashlight scene with a bunch of new 1,000 lumen dial lights and the EC22 is the basic dial-only UI iteration...
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    [Review] Imalent HR70 headlamp ... 3000 lm + USB + yes ... 3000 lm!

    Hi All! FastTech.com sent me this light for review and I wanted to share my thoughts with you! This is my first Imalent light but let me know if you have any questions or comments *** This light is pushing the boundaries of output for a headlamp! 3,000 lumens?!? Crazy. Crazy hot too but what...
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    [Review] Nitecore MT42 ... 1,800 lm + boost UI + new side-switch

    Hi All! Nitecore Store sent me the MT42 to test so I wanted to share my thoughts with you. *** Nitecore MT42 is the newest generation of the MT40 line which features an upgraded 1,800 lumens with increased heat-sinking, a metal indicated side-switch, and a modified UI. If you are looking for a...
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    [Review] Fenix UC35 v2.0 ... 1,000 lm + 2.25 hr runtime + USB

    Hey everyone! Fenix Store sent me the UC35 V2.0 to test, so I wanted to share my thoughts. *** The Fenix UC35 V2.0 is a new 1,000 lumen light with USB recharging (battery included) and additional refinements since previous the generation(s) such an ultra low (1 lumen) mode, and is now pocket...
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    Acebeam X80 CRI 95 version Turbo mode testing data

    Very cool! The CCT is very helpful.
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    [Review] Olight I1R Keychain Light ... 130 lm + USB + TIR

    Hi All! Olight sent me the I1R to test and I wanted to share my thoughts with you here. *** The I1R is a USB-rechargeable key chain light from Olight which boasts 130 lumens and at a super affordable price point of around $19 USD, you should pick one up and try it on for size. Link to...
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    [Review] Nitecore EA42 ... 1800 lm thrower + 4xAA side by side + boost UI

    Hi all; NitecoreStore.com sent me the EA42 to test so I wanted to post my thoughts. *** This is Nitecore’s 3rd generation for it’s 4xAA format and besides it joining the Nitecore 1,800 lumen club, this one is a little different, having a side-by-side battery configuration in super-strong and...
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    [Review] Folomov EDC-C4 Review ... 1200 lm + power bank + dual layer lockout!

    Hi All, Folomov sent me this sample to test and I wanted to post my thoughts. *** You may have heard of Folomov in regards to their battery chargers, but they also have a few lines of flashlights as well, this one being the first of the “EDC” series and the EDC-C4 is a bit of a hybrid between 2...
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