Lite_me
Flashlight Enthusiast
This is my first attempt at any type of review so take it easy on me. I'm sure I'll forget something.
I'm aware that COAST lights are not held in very high regard here on CPF, but let me say this, I like this light! I had my doubts before buying it but once I got it home, got it out of the package and started looking it over, I felt better. My first thoughts when I took it outside the first evening was,, "Now this is a flashlight". It fits a niche that I have been looking for. The beam is what I would categorize as a wide spot. Very little light if any is lost to spill. And you always have the option to go to a wide beam with just a twist.
What I liked...
Relatively compact and light.
Fit & finish is up to par with the Fenix line I'd say.
The threading is good/clean.
Water resistant.
I have become a fan of this form-factor. I like the 3AAA cartridge idea.
You have standard batteries, can use common rechargeables and a simple charger.
It feeds approx 4.5v to the electronics to drive the light.
Potentally, has more capacity than 1 or even 2 CR123a's.
My research tells me it's Type II anodizing.
Momentary On tail clicky.
The beam quality. All the light can be focused to throw, or
can adjust focus to wide. It does a pretty nice job at it too.
Super bright! (for a non cree ) A claimed 60 Lumens and Maximum of 3.44 Watts.
There's not much I didn't like...
The $49.97 (at Lowe's) may seem a bit steep but then again, maybe not. I like it, alot!
Let's see.... nope can't think of anything.
edit: Well ok, it's not waterproof.
On to some pics...
I realize that this is an outdoor flashlight but it was cold and raining out. Some, well all really, are just for comparison.
All beams are aimed at the candle. Distance is 30ft. Note the spill on the door jams and ceiling....
...And the lack of it on the first pic below.
Just for comparison.
Some parting thoughts...
This is my new go-to light. It used to be my SL PP 4AA Lux, but when stepping outsde to check out the property, I've been finding out that I wanted more fill and a little less spot. I got it with this.
I won the lottery with this one cause I was able to compare the 5 or 6 lights they had on display. :laughing: There's a lever to push to test and I chose the whitest one of course. Actually, they all were pretty good. Most had a slight blue hue but this one stood out as being more neutral.
When I got it home I immediately put in the Rayovac Hybrid batteries right out of the package. I did not top them off. They registered 1.31v. I've been messing around with this light quite a bit for the last couple of days and checked the batteries again and they have only dropped .03 of a volt. Now down to 1.28v. I realize this is no true indication of current used but never the less is a good sign.
I really like this light! :thumbsup: But yes... it's not a Cree. :touche:But just as bright!
EDIT 6/11/07: Hmmmm.... Looks like not all the beam shots are showing up anymore. :shrug:
I'm aware that COAST lights are not held in very high regard here on CPF, but let me say this, I like this light! I had my doubts before buying it but once I got it home, got it out of the package and started looking it over, I felt better. My first thoughts when I took it outside the first evening was,, "Now this is a flashlight". It fits a niche that I have been looking for. The beam is what I would categorize as a wide spot. Very little light if any is lost to spill. And you always have the option to go to a wide beam with just a twist.
What I liked...
Relatively compact and light.
Fit & finish is up to par with the Fenix line I'd say.
The threading is good/clean.
Water resistant.
I have become a fan of this form-factor. I like the 3AAA cartridge idea.
You have standard batteries, can use common rechargeables and a simple charger.
It feeds approx 4.5v to the electronics to drive the light.
Potentally, has more capacity than 1 or even 2 CR123a's.
My research tells me it's Type II anodizing.
Momentary On tail clicky.
The beam quality. All the light can be focused to throw, or
can adjust focus to wide. It does a pretty nice job at it too.
Super bright! (for a non cree ) A claimed 60 Lumens and Maximum of 3.44 Watts.
There's not much I didn't like...
The $49.97 (at Lowe's) may seem a bit steep but then again, maybe not. I like it, alot!
Let's see.... nope can't think of anything.
edit: Well ok, it's not waterproof.
On to some pics...
I realize that this is an outdoor flashlight but it was cold and raining out. Some, well all really, are just for comparison.
All beams are aimed at the candle. Distance is 30ft. Note the spill on the door jams and ceiling....
...And the lack of it on the first pic below.
Just for comparison.
Some parting thoughts...
This is my new go-to light. It used to be my SL PP 4AA Lux, but when stepping outsde to check out the property, I've been finding out that I wanted more fill and a little less spot. I got it with this.
I won the lottery with this one cause I was able to compare the 5 or 6 lights they had on display. :laughing: There's a lever to push to test and I chose the whitest one of course. Actually, they all were pretty good. Most had a slight blue hue but this one stood out as being more neutral.
When I got it home I immediately put in the Rayovac Hybrid batteries right out of the package. I did not top them off. They registered 1.31v. I've been messing around with this light quite a bit for the last couple of days and checked the batteries again and they have only dropped .03 of a volt. Now down to 1.28v. I realize this is no true indication of current used but never the less is a good sign.
I really like this light! :thumbsup: But yes... it's not a Cree. :touche:But just as bright!
EDIT 6/11/07: Hmmmm.... Looks like not all the beam shots are showing up anymore. :shrug:
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