best flashlight??

[cofi]

For rural outdoor use.... our new property has a coyote issue so ill need something that can really reach out and light something up....can be bulky but had to be able to pop on and off will be mounted on my 14.5 carbine so I have like 7 inches of rail space

[Wiggity]

Surefire anything

[cofi]

But what model?? I want something that can light up a couple of acers away not something tiny designed for cab....maybe I would be better with a hand held million candlepower deal from lowes??

[Wiggity]

Get on their website and look it up

[StagLefty]

Check Fenix-good quality and affordable :
https://www.fenix-store.com/index.php?cPath=22

[00tec]

What are you wanting to spend? I mean you can get a cheap spotlight, or you can get an Olight X6 (5000 lumen) for several hundred dollars.

I have an Olight M20S-X (500 lumen)and its bright as hell, but if you're shooting over 50yds and trying to blind it you'll need something brighter. I can see eyes out over 200 yards with it. I've actually seen it from someone shining it over 6 miles away. If you were closer, you could come check it out.

[Electromagic]

7 inches of rail mount space and you want 1,000,000 candlepower? Not gonna happen. Light two acres? Nope. Cheapest choice for BRIGHT is a 5 Watt LED with a Luxeon emitter and a solid lens (internal reflector) and CR123 batteries. Make mount for this with rings to join your rail. There are dozens of these on market. Batteries will last from 1 to 30 hours, depending on power level setting - some of these have 3 settings. On high power it will be HOT so even if shut down, very visible to IR night equipment. This $100 solution lights up game easily but spooks them. May not be legal for game. Consider IR Night vision, too, if you can afford that. 1,000,000 candlepower or equivalent in nits or lumens will require a truck battery and Xenon lamps for cheapest solution. If yo u need a brand, write to me.

[20X11]

Do you really want to "light up" 2 acres, or do you want a target illuminator that will reach out a few hundred yards?

[modarmory]

hunting coyotes with night vision is better :)
Crack predator calls helps ranches around the area and they switched over to night vision not too long ago. They have increased their effectiveness.

If you do decide to go with a light: +1 for surefire.
LED's typically will have higher lumens and CREE makes the best LED.
HID's will be extremely bright and reach a long ways but they typically take a few seconds to warm up and are handheld versus weapon mounted.

[sellersm]

Not sure if it'll fit, but the JetStream BC40 is killer. Very long throw, 800+ lumens, CREE LED, under $100!

http://www.bugoutgearusa.com/bc40.html

[funkymonkey1111]

you need to identify cost, first. then, the type of beam, be it floody or a spotlight with a very narrow beam. then we can give a good recommendation

[spleify]

I have a number of SureFire weapons lights, but I just picked up one of these and I have to say for the money it blows away the Surefire. Way brighter!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/380388783129?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649

[Dr_Fwd]

I have a number of SureFire weapons lights, but I just picked up one of these and I have to say for the money it blows away the Surefire. Way brighter!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/380388783129?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649

How is a battery life?

[spleify]

I just got it so havnt run through the batteries yet but it say

Runtime: High - 5 hours 45 minutes; Low - 10 hours

[spleify]

Here are all the specs on it


Light output: High - 251 lumens; Low - 58 lumens
Runtime: High - 5 hours 45 minutes; Low - 10 hours
Beam distance: High - 196 meters (642 ft); Low - 66 meters (216 ft)
4 X AAA batteries (included)
Aluminum casing; Rubber rear switch
High and low output modes
Impact and water resistant
7.2 ounces (including batteries)
5.54 inch length
Diameter: Body - 1.24 inches; Bezel - 1.49 inches
100% never been used. Come with very duty belt sheath & lanyard included

[Dr_Fwd]

Here are all the specs on it


Light output: High - 251 lumens; Low - 58 lumens
Runtime: High - 5 hours 45 minutes; Low - 10 hours
Beam distance: High - 196 meters (642 ft); Low - 66 meters (216 ft)
4 X AAA batteries (included)
Aluminum casing; Rubber rear switch
High and low output modes
Impact and water resistant
7.2 ounces (including batteries)
5.54 inch length
Diameter: Body - 1.24 inches; Bezel - 1.49 inches
100% never been used. Come with very duty belt sheath & lanyard included

Wow, how da hell did they got 5h45m at 250lumens out off 4 AAA batteries?

[spleify]

Wow, how da hell did they got 5h45m at 250lumens out off 4 AAA batteries?

I dont know but it is amazingly bright. Very clean white/blue and bright beam.

For the money I dont think you can go wrong.

[ChunkyMonkey]

I own a couple of these....
http://shop.gregmcgeeengineering.com/M3-2I-Tactical-740-Lumen-1000-Lumen-option-on-checkout-007.htm;jsessionid=47ECB8A02E21148984DD929BB629579 2.qscstrfrnt01

Thinking about to get this...
http://shop.gregmcgeeengineering.com/8500-Lumen-85w-75w-65w-Five-Mode-HID-Xenon-Flashlight-046.htm;jsessionid=47ECB8A02E21148984DD929BB629579 2.qscstrfrnt01

8500 lumen.. muahahaaaa [Muaha]

[cofi]

I ended up zip tieing this to my rails....worked like a charm http://www.amazon.com/Stanley-HID0109-HID-Spotlight/dp/B001U04MEY

[funkymonkey1111]

I ended up zip tieing this to my rails....worked like a charm http://www.amazon.com/Stanley-HID0109-HID-Spotlight/dp/B001U04MEY

that's certainly pic-worthy

[SouthPaw]

I own a couple of these....
http://shop.gregmcgeeengineering.com/M3-2I-Tactical-740-Lumen-1000-Lumen-option-on-checkout-007.htm;jsessionid=47ECB8A02E21148984DD929BB629579 2.qscstrfrnt01


Can't go wrong with those. I have owned surefire and streamlights before but I love my M3!

[HoneyBadger]

I own a couple of these....
http://shop.gregmcgeeengineering.com/M3-2I-Tactical-740-Lumen-1000-Lumen-option-on-checkout-007.htm;jsessionid=47ECB8A02E21148984DD929BB629579 2.qscstrfrnt01



I'm glad you brought these up. I got my M3-2I yesterday and I only have one word for it: Spectacular.
I was using Fenix TK10s, but since I got this, now I keep a TK10 in my range bag, one in my truck, and one on the kitchen counter. The M3-2I is on my AR which stays next to the bed at night, but I take it off and play around with it about 3-4 times a day just to remind myself how happy I am with it.

[sellersm]

I'd be interested in how reliable the McGee units are. I have an older C3 model and it's been back to him, still acting flaky: intermittently turns off/changes mode as I move it around (tip it, etc.).

Another alternative is AE Light. I won one of their models and it's a great light, very powerful, well built and solid.

[jmg8550]

Check out LED Lenser. A friend of mine has these and they are very, very, bright.
http://www.ledlenser.com/

[spleify]

Check out LED Lenser. A friend of mine has these and they are very, very, bright.
http://www.ledlenser.com/

Wow, they look like they have a ton of good stuff.

[Zman]

LED Lenser was recently purchased (controlling stake) by Leatherman. Is a German company. Used to be sold by Coast.

My son is at the Outdoor Retailer trade show in Salt Lake and was impressed with the lights. Wicked bright was one of the statements :D

That being said, there are minimal reviews out there with some of the newer models. Need to see some of the product before I cast judgement.

Z

[Mick-Boy]

For informational purposes;

I believe the absolute minimum power for a carbine light to be 200 lumens. That should give you enough throw to properly target ID out to 75-100M (depending on the light).

Not all lumens are created equal. What one company calls a 500 lumen light might be just as bright as another company's 200 lumen light.

If I was going to put a white light on a carbine some things I would want;

Single stage - Two stage lights are great for hand held use. On a gun I want the flashlight to come on bright immediately. I don't want to have to click through multiple settings to get the throw that I want. A light on a gun should be simple.

Easy on/off - Something that you can turn on and off with your support side thumb (or index finger, depending on how you have the light mounted). I use clicky tail caps on my lights. Tape switches work too, just make sure you know the pros and cons.

Reliable - This is going on a gun. If you ever need it you're going to need it. Go with a proven performer.

To me, the best bang for the buck on the market right now is a Surefire Fury (500 lumen) mounted in a VTAC mount. It should come in well under $150 and last a good long while without needing an upgrade.

Just my $.02

[PSS]

I bought 3 of lumaforce flashlights. 2 tac5s and a lf1 with 520 lumens. They are upgradeable. Had it 8 months and still doing good. Bought the rechargeable batteries with them. Batteries last a month or so of intermittent duty on my service truck.

http://www.lumaforce.com/

[cofi]

the bubba setup i used....;this flashlight throws a beam FAAAARRRRR

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8158/7860050654_dc79daf5ec_z.jpg

[kwando]

Surefire, 4 seven, quark, fenix, all are great