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We discuss flashlights of all types!

EDC, keychains, headlamps, lanterns, weapons, work, and many others.


We discuss flashlights of all types!

EDC, keychains, headlamps, lanterns, weapons, work, and many others. Don't be shy to post your NLD (New Light Day), too!

Check out all the latest flashlight news right here!


Topics like batteries, chargers, mounts, holsters, etc. are welcome.

Great deals you've found and personal reviews/pictures of your flashlights or related gear are always welcome.

Feel free to ask anything related to flashlights. There is no such thing as a dumb question here and everyone is more than happy to help out.


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  • Rule 1: Be excellent to each other
  • Rule 2: Marketing posts must follow the marketer guidelines
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  • Rule 4: No items for sale outside the BST thread
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  • Rule 6: No pocket dumps
  • Rule 7: No unopened boxes
  • Rule 8: Don't delete posts that have comments
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    Feel free to come hang out with us and talk about flashlights. Quick questions are also welcomed but the form is much better for a recommendation. Sometimes it's quiet in there, so if no one responds, feel free to tag a mod so we get an alert.


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    Pocket clip H600 on FC11....now I find the button.

    every time I took it out of my pocket, I had to fumble to find the side switch ....little frustration.

    0 Comments
    2024/05/14
    08:06 UTC

    2

    Help finding a good beam flashlight on wurkkos

    Hey I need a flashlight I can go camping with it needs to be a fairly powerfull beam light, any recommendations on wurkkos? or any other place that might have great flashlight

    11 Comments
    2024/05/14
    05:12 UTC

    3

    Wurkkos hd01 or TrustFire mini c3. What one do you guys prefer?

    I think I have my first edc light narrowed down to these two. What one would you guys recommend? Hopefully there is nothing I’m missing better for around the hundred dollar mark

    2 Comments
    2024/05/14
    04:03 UTC

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    New Lamp Day? 😅

    3 Comments
    2024/05/14
    03:28 UTC

    2

    Weird email?

    I bought a flashlight from Killzone, Aliexpress, and one direct from Wurkkos. I received an email today from some random phone number saying they are a professional flashlight factory and have a new one on sale and I can get one for free…

    Seemed odd and not likely Killzone. Any idea what this is?

    9 Comments
    2024/05/14
    03:24 UTC

    3

    Sofirn SC32 Fresnel Lens Orientation

    I was unboxing this and getting set up, and managed to unscrew the lens cap instead of the battery compartment.

    The ridged, 'Fresnel' lens fell out, and I don't know how it's supposed to be oriented when reinserted.

    Ridges facing out, or ridges facing in (closer to the led)?

    3 Comments
    2024/05/14
    03:21 UTC

    0

    Essential for mountain climbing - The brightest flashlight!

    5 Comments
    2024/05/14
    02:00 UTC

    2

    Mixing Domed/Dedomed 519A's with Hank's Floody Optic

    I ordered a DW4 tint ramping headlamp from Hank with the floody optic as the title says, with 2700k dedomed and 5700k domed for that sweet 2200-5700k ramp. Will these mix well with the floody optic, or will I still get a weird beam? I've been reading with the standard optic it might not be best to mix the two, but can't find any info on the floody optic and this combo.

    1 Comment
    2024/05/14
    01:52 UTC

    10

    Best edc for bus driver

    I’m a bus diver in a major violent city. My employer won’t let me carry a handgun. I need a edc flashlight that won’t wear a hole on my pocket from a bezel, has quick stobe feature, will be 100% dependable, and not break the bank. Thanks!

    13 Comments
    2024/05/14
    01:49 UTC

    13

    NLD any difference between the two other than one says falcon one says lightok?

    Considering keeping one selling other if they're the same

    12 Comments
    2024/05/14
    01:46 UTC

    94

    The pickle beacon has been lit!

    20 Comments
    2024/05/14
    00:50 UTC

    3

    New SP36 Pro user!

    Can someone give me some tips and tricks for the Sofirn SP36 Pro? I'm a brand new Sofirn user, and I'd like to know all of the lights controls (in a simpler way than the flowchart, lol), so I figured r/flashlight was a good place to ask!

    5 Comments
    2024/05/14
    00:30 UTC

    13

    Help me replace my zoomie Coast headlamp

    18 Comments
    2024/05/13
    23:26 UTC

    3

    Long Battery Life

    Sort of an urgent one, so fast shipping is nescassary.

    in terms of low budget (sub £40 if possible). Would it be possible to obtain a headtorch of around 4/500 lumens (obviously more is better) that also has long battery life.

    18650s would be the cherry on top

    Any advice appreciated :)

    7 Comments
    2024/05/13
    22:48 UTC

    4

    Foursevens Preon 1

    I made an EDC wallet that fit my Foursevens Preon 1 (first-gen) light, Gerber dime, and a small pen. I lost the flashlight. The Preon 1 turned on by turning the bezel.  Does anyone know of a replacement light that is close to the same size and has no push button?  

    https://preview.redd.it/bi1ig9bpk90d1.jpg?width=1861&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=53673a9f3db5c9019460ce1b044d315b9ff07e7f

    2 Comments
    2024/05/13
    21:45 UTC

    9

    All Apache Cases 50% Off – Today Only at Harbor Freight

    Hi Everyone:

    Harbor Freight is having a 50% off today only on all Apache cases.  I just purchased the $60 large Apache case for $30 plus tax.  Don’t forget to bring the printed coupon ( see today’s deals on the website).

    9 Comments
    2024/05/13
    21:33 UTC

    2

    How to change the BULB in an Energizer Hard Case Work flashlight?

    I can't seem to figure out how to access the bulb in this flashlight and would love some advice! Also would love to know how to determine what kind of bulb to purchase. Thank you! This is the flashlight, Energizer Hard Case Work, model TUF2D1: https://www.opticsplanet.com/energizer-tuf2d1-hard-case-xenon-flash-light.html

    2 Comments
    2024/05/13
    20:17 UTC

    5

    Help with edc light

    Looking for a quality edc light that takes AA

    15 Comments
    2024/05/13
    20:05 UTC

    3

    dimmable flashlight

    edited: hi can someone help me find a dimmable flashlight?! i need really low light. thx in advance!

    compact, battery operated, budget $50ish, ideally medium floody/tight beam

    i’m working with light sensitive paper so i need the light dim enough so that i can control the exposure

    thanks!!

    14 Comments
    2024/05/13
    19:50 UTC

    1

    Help choosing - Wurkkos TS22 or TS23, Sofrin IF22A or SP36 BLF?

    Looking for long runtime (3+ hours) on medium, which I'd love to be over 500lm. The high and turbo lumen count isn't that important to me.

    I'm hoping to spend $30-50

    4 Comments
    2024/05/13
    19:21 UTC

    5

    Has anyone ordered to the UK from the Skilhunt website? How long was delivery?

    I’m looking to buy x2 Skilhunt H200 minis. I can’t seem to get that particular model on the Chinese sites unless I’ve missed one (for example Aliexpress). I think the only way to get one is on The Skilhunt website. Did delivery to UK go okay? How long did it take? Did you need to pay import fees?

    I have a trip in about 5-6 weeks and wondering if it will just be problematic.

    2 Comments
    2024/05/13
    19:01 UTC

    16

    Sofirn IF23 deal, $33.59 at Amazon

    First time posting here, please be gentle. I tried posting on slickdeals but it was auto-removed because the seller has 190 lifetime ratings and not 250 like the mods require.

    It took me a long time to write up the post and I didn't want it to go to waste, I'm still frustrated I spent all that time for nothing trying to make it all pretty, lol.

    Anyway, it's normally $59.99 but I noticed today there's a 25% off coupon to click, and then there's a 15% promo code (15SFIF23) on top of that to use at check out.

    Comes out to be $33.59 before tax (almost 50% off). Better than direct from Sofirn's own website and quicker too, especially with prime.

    https://www.amazon.com/promocode/ATRHJ0Y3JV6B4

    12 Comments
    2024/05/13
    18:37 UTC

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