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Hi one and all, looking to buy a torch/flashlight, and have been reading over the posts and have finally decided to fill out the form and post it to see what your opinion is. Really appreciate the help and look forward to finding the right light for me.
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]==================Flashlight Recommendation Checklist================[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]1) How would you prefer to purchase the light?[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]2) Budget: An easy question, but you may change your mind after answering the rest! [/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I don't know yet[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Up to $[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Up to $[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]3) Format:[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]4) Size:[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]5) Emitter/Light source:[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]6) Manufacturer:[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]7) What power source do you want to use?[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I intend to use "Primary"/Disposable [/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]Alkaline[/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText] batteries based on the usual AAA/AA/C/D sized cells common to most stores.[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I intend to use "Primary"/Disposable [/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]Lithium[/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText] batteries based on the usual AAA/AA/C/D and CR123 sized cells common to most stores (often a cold weather or long storage choice).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I intend to use [/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]Rechargeable cells[/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText] (NiMH or NiCD) based on the usual AAA/AA/C/D sized cells common to most stores.[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I intend to use [/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]Rechargeable cells[/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText] based on less common formats (18500 or 18650 Li-Ion, RCR123, et-al).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a light with an integrated rechargeable battery pack.[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]7a) If you have selected a rechargeable option[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a light that plugs directly into the wall (literally with prongs built into the light)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a light that has a recharging adapter (your typical "wall wart")[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a light that snaps into a cradle (usually mounted on a wall)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a separate/stand-alone charger (this involves removing the batteries to charge)[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]8) How much genuine out the front (OTF) light do you want/need? [/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText]Sometimes you can have too much light (trying to read up close up with a 100 lumen light is not a happy experience).[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want to navigate a dark room or read a map (1-10 lumens).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want an indoor "blackout" light (15-50 lumens)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want to confidently walk around an unlit/unpaved rural area (60-150 lumens).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want to illuminate my entire backyard or a campsite (150-300 lumens).[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]9) [/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]Flood vs Throw:[/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText] Flood covers an area, Throw reaches out to a distance.[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____All Flood: I am doing "arms length" tasks like reading and campsite cooking.[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Wide Flood: I want a defined flood area for semi-close tasks like after-dark campsite tasks or working on a car.[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Narrow Flood: I want a sharply defined flood area that will project some distance for tasks like trail walking.[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]9a) Distance: How far away will you typically need to see with this light[/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText] (check all that apply)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Less than 1 yard/meter (reading, other close work)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Less than 5 yards/meters (looking for something inside a dark shed/garage/basement)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____5-20 yards/meters (check out a noise in the backyard)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____30-50 yards/meters (I have a big backyard)[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]10) Runtime:[/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText] Not over-inflated manufacturer runtime claims, but usable brightness measured from first activation to 50% with new batteries (Measured on maximum continuous output).[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Up to 30 minutes (I want the brightest [and potentially smallest] light for brief periods)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____30-60 minutes (I have plenty of batteries just ready to be changed)[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]11) Durability/Usage:[/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText] Generally the old phrase "you get what you pay for" is very accurate for flashlights.[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Not Important (A "night-stand" light).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Slightly Important (Walks around the neighborhood).[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]12) Switch Size, Type, and location (choose all that apply):[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Any size switch will do.[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I need a BIG switch (I'll be using gloves or have very large hands or coordination issues).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a forward clicky (Helpful for momentary activation and signaling).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a reverse clicky (For use with multi-mode/level lights).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a momentary switch (Predominantly for use with signaling and short bursts of momentary light only).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a twisty switch (Tighten the head/tailcap to activate, and the light will stay on until the head/tailcap is loosened).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a body mounted switch (near the head, like on a Maglite).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a tail mounted switch (found on the majority of today's high end lights).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a remote switch (usually found on high-end bicycle headlights)[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]13) User Interface (UI) and mode selection.[/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText] Select all that apply.[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want multiple light levels. (Some lights have 5-16 light levels.)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a programmable light.[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want SOS mode. (blinks in ---...--- emergency pattern)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a beacon mode. (Regular flashes at full power to show location.)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I don't care.[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]14)Material/Finish/Coating[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Plastic/composite body (this may limit your choices significantly).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Anodized Aluminum – either type II or III (Hard Anodized) (Aluminum, specifically HA, is the most common material/finish for today's higher end flashlights).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Stainless steel (durable, but much heavier than aluminum)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Titanium (durable and nearly as lightweight as aluminum, but can be moderately to significantly more expensive).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Other, please specify____________.[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]15) Water resistance[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____None needed[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____IPX4 (Splash resistant)[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]16) Storage conditions[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]17) Special Needs/extras:[/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText] Is there anything else you want or need that hasn't been mentioned? Select any/all below.[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Red filter (for preserving night vision).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Other filter colors (Amber, Green, Blue, _________).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Dedicated R/G/B secondary LEDs.[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____"Hybrid" light (bright incandescent combined with long running LEDs)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Pocket/belt clip[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Holster[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Wrist/Neck Lanyard[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Crenulated bezel[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Non-sparking, Intrinsically Safe (IS) for use in explosive environments[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]==================Flashlight Recommendation Checklist================[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]1) How would you prefer to purchase the light?[/FONT][/FONT]
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- [FONT=.SFUIText] ____This will be mail-order or Online (location doesn't matter).[/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]2) Budget: An easy question, but you may change your mind after answering the rest! [/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I don't know yet[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Up to $[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Up to $[/FONT][/FONT]
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- [FONT=.SFUIText]____Up to $[/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText-BoldItalic]200[/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText].[/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]3) Format:[/FONT][/FONT]
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- [FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a flashlight (hand held/self contained).[/FONT]
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- [FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a portable spotlight [/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]4) Size:[/FONT][/FONT]
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- [FONT=.SFUIText]____MEDIUM - Holster/belt ring carry. (>7 inches)[/FONT]
- [FONT=.SFUIText]____LARGE - Big enough to need its own travel case.[/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]5) Emitter/Light source:[/FONT][/FONT]
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- [FONT=.SFUIText]____I don't know.[/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]6) Manufacturer:[/FONT][/FONT]
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- [FONT=.SFUIText]____I want to buy a light from a large/traditional manufacturer that is ready to go out of the box.[/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]7) What power source do you want to use?[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I intend to use "Primary"/Disposable [/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]Alkaline[/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText] batteries based on the usual AAA/AA/C/D sized cells common to most stores.[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I intend to use "Primary"/Disposable [/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]Lithium[/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText] batteries based on the usual AAA/AA/C/D and CR123 sized cells common to most stores (often a cold weather or long storage choice).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I intend to use [/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]Rechargeable cells[/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText] (NiMH or NiCD) based on the usual AAA/AA/C/D sized cells common to most stores.[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I intend to use [/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]Rechargeable cells[/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText] based on less common formats (18500 or 18650 Li-Ion, RCR123, et-al).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a light with an integrated rechargeable battery pack.[/FONT][/FONT]
- [FONT=.SFUIText]XXI don't know/I need more information on power sources.[/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]7a) If you have selected a rechargeable option[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a light that plugs directly into the wall (literally with prongs built into the light)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a light that has a recharging adapter (your typical "wall wart")[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a light that snaps into a cradle (usually mounted on a wall)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a separate/stand-alone charger (this involves removing the batteries to charge)[/FONT][/FONT]
- [FONT=.SFUIText]____I don't care[/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]8) How much genuine out the front (OTF) light do you want/need? [/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText]Sometimes you can have too much light (trying to read up close up with a 100 lumen light is not a happy experience).[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want to navigate a dark room or read a map (1-10 lumens).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want an indoor "blackout" light (15-50 lumens)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want to confidently walk around an unlit/unpaved rural area (60-150 lumens).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want to illuminate my entire backyard or a campsite (150-300 lumens).[/FONT][/FONT]
- [FONT=.SFUIText]____I want to illuminate an entire field, the neighbor's front yard several houses down, impress my friends and neighbors, etc. (300-700 lumens).[/FONT]
- [FONT=.SFUIText]____I want search and rescue type illumination ([/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]9) [/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]Flood vs Throw:[/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText] Flood covers an area, Throw reaches out to a distance.[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____All Flood: I am doing "arms length" tasks like reading and campsite cooking.[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Wide Flood: I want a defined flood area for semi-close tasks like after-dark campsite tasks or working on a car.[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Narrow Flood: I want a sharply defined flood area that will project some distance for tasks like trail walking.[/FONT][/FONT]
- [FONT=.SFUIText]____Wide Throw: I want a beam with a noticeable hot-center for distance throw and a significant amount of "side-spill". Good for rough trail hiking, search and rescue, and general distance work.[/FONT]
- [FONT=.SFUIText]____Turbohead: I want a far-distance projector with a sharply focused spot of light and minimal or zero side-spill. Good for extreme distance and impressing your friends.[/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]9a) Distance: How far away will you typically need to see with this light[/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText] (check all that apply)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Less than 1 yard/meter (reading, other close work)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Less than 5 yards/meters (looking for something inside a dark shed/garage/basement)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____5-20 yards/meters (check out a noise in the backyard)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____30-50 yards/meters (I have a big backyard)[/FONT][/FONT]
- [FONT=.SFUIText]____50-150 yards/meters (I live in a very rural area/farm with wide open spaces)[/FONT]
- [FONT=.SFUIText]____150+ yards (I am searching from a helicopter)[/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]10) Runtime:[/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText] Not over-inflated manufacturer runtime claims, but usable brightness measured from first activation to 50% with new batteries (Measured on maximum continuous output).[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Up to 30 minutes (I want the brightest [and potentially smallest] light for brief periods)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____30-60 minutes (I have plenty of batteries just ready to be changed)[/FONT][/FONT]
- [FONT=.SFUIText]____90-120 minutes (Runtime is moderately important, but still not critical)[/FONT]
- [FONT=.SFUIText]____3 hours + (I critically need this light to run on max for extended periods in between battery changes/charges).[/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]11) Durability/Usage:[/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText] Generally the old phrase "you get what you pay for" is very accurate for flashlights.[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Not Important (A "night-stand" light).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Slightly Important (Walks around the neighborhood).[/FONT][/FONT]
- [FONT=.SFUIText]____Very Important (Camping, Backpacking, Car Glove-box).[/FONT]
- [FONT=.SFUIText]____Critical (Police, Fire, Search & Rescue, Caving, Survival).[/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]12) Switch Size, Type, and location (choose all that apply):[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Any size switch will do.[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I need a BIG switch (I'll be using gloves or have very large hands or coordination issues).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a forward clicky (Helpful for momentary activation and signaling).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a reverse clicky (For use with multi-mode/level lights).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a momentary switch (Predominantly for use with signaling and short bursts of momentary light only).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a twisty switch (Tighten the head/tailcap to activate, and the light will stay on until the head/tailcap is loosened).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a body mounted switch (near the head, like on a Maglite).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a tail mounted switch (found on the majority of today's high end lights).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a remote switch (usually found on high-end bicycle headlights)[/FONT][/FONT]
- [FONT=.SFUIText]____I don't care.[/FONT]
- [FONT=.SFUIText]____I don't know.[/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]13) User Interface (UI) and mode selection.[/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText] Select all that apply.[/FONT][/FONT]
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- [FONT=.SFUIText]____A simple on-off with only one output level is fine for me.[/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want multiple light levels. (Some lights have 5-16 light levels.)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a programmable light.[/FONT][/FONT]
- [FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a selector ring.[/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want SOS mode. (blinks in ---...--- emergency pattern)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I want a beacon mode. (Regular flashes at full power to show location.)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____I don't care.[/FONT][/FONT]
- [FONT=.SFUIText]____I don't know.[/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]14)Material/Finish/Coating[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Plastic/composite body (this may limit your choices significantly).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Anodized Aluminum – either type II or III (Hard Anodized) (Aluminum, specifically HA, is the most common material/finish for today's higher end flashlights).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Stainless steel (durable, but much heavier than aluminum)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Titanium (durable and nearly as lightweight as aluminum, but can be moderately to significantly more expensive).[/FONT][/FONT]
- [FONT=.SFUIText]____I don't care. [/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Other, please specify____________.[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]15) Water resistance[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____None needed[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____IPX4 (Splash resistant)[/FONT][/FONT]
- [FONT=.SFUIText]____IPX7 (Waterproof to 1 meter/30min)[/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]16) Storage conditions[/FONT][/FONT]
- [FONT=.SFUIText]_ ___In house (temperature/climate controlled environment)[/FONT]
- [FONT=.SFUIText]____Automobile glove-box (wide temperature swings, long standby periods, critical reliability)[/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText-Bold]17) Special Needs/extras:[/FONT][FONT=.SFUIText] Is there anything else you want or need that hasn't been mentioned? Select any/all below.[/FONT][/FONT]
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[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Red filter (for preserving night vision).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Other filter colors (Amber, Green, Blue, _________).[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Dedicated R/G/B secondary LEDs.[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____"Hybrid" light (bright incandescent combined with long running LEDs)[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Pocket/belt clip[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Holster[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Wrist/Neck Lanyard[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Crenulated bezel[/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=.SF UI Text][FONT=.SFUIText]____Non-sparking, Intrinsically Safe (IS) for use in explosive environments[/FONT][/FONT]
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