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Posted by: Delta784

Does anyone have any suggestions for a belt flashlight? I have a Stinger, and am not satisfied with it.

Suggestions?


Posted by: robodope

I use the INOVA LED Light (recommended by crvtte65). I believe the model is the t4. The new LED lights are better then the one I currently own and you cant compare the battery life because they last forever. Maybe the folks from liotec (which have ben advertising on this site) http://www.liotec.com/ will hook you up with a trial.


Posted by: rg1283

Inova Lights are very nice. The 1 AA one has replaced my AA Mag Light. The Inova "Police" type light is sold at target for about $50, and takes those funny type of C-123A or whatever batteries. It would make a good belt flashlight.


Posted by: Killjoy

I have a stinger as a backup flashlight in my cruiser, but my belt flashlight is a surefire. They're expensive, but they're the best. But if you look around the web, (not at surefire's website, they charge full price), many police-supply companies offer reasonable prices for them.

http://www.surefire.com/maxexp/main/.../932/sesent/00




Posted by: EBostonBP

I carry several lights in the field with me. I have a stinger as well, but im in love with my Blackhawk Night Ops Gladius 9v...120 lumens. It lights up entire fields and it stun suspects momentarily.


Posted by: PaulKersey

I can't say enough about the rechargeable Strion. Plenty of light, don't know it's there. A gun dealer recommended it to me. He was right on the money.


Posted by: MPD703

Look at some of the outdoor type places and websites. Bass Pro SHops was carrying a few different types of small belt lights (Streamlight and Surefire). I have a Streamlight Scorpion and a Surefire Z2 Combatlight. Both are very bright. Check out the Streamlight TL2 - it is small and comes with a pocket clip so you dont have to try to find a holder.


Posted by: 2-Delta

Surefire with molded holder, light and very bright.


Posted by: JohnB

If I can help you guys with lights please let me know.
We are based right in Framingham. I have dealt with several police officers and they have all been verfy satisfied.

Notes:Thanks
John


Posted by: Irish Wampanoag

I have spent hundreds of dollars on flashlight in my pathetic career and my word of advice is the stinger only last 1 hour and if you are like me its less because I forget to charge it every month. I would go to Walmart, Lowes, Home Depot, and look for a maglite or a light that fits your needs and stay away from the rip off police supply stores. PS get a flash light battery throw away and not the rechargeable type. The Maglite 2 C Battery is a suggestion


Posted by: Delta784

Quote:
Originally Posted by Irish Wampanoag
I have spent hundreds of dollars on flashlight in my pathetic career and my word of advice is the stinger only last 1 hour and if you are like me its less because I forget to charge it every month. I would go to Walmart, Lowes, Home Depot, and look for a maglite or a light that fits your needs and stay away from the rip off police supply stores. PS get a flash light battery throw away and not the rechargeable type. The Maglite 2 C Battery is a suggestion
I keep a full-size rechargeable Mag-Lite (best light IMO) in the cruiser, I just like to have something small on the gunbelt for times when I leave the big boy behind for some reason. The Stinger was great when I first got it, but it seems to have gotten less powerful over the years, even with fresh bulbs & batteries.


Posted by: kojack1

Delta I had the same problem with my old stinger. I just bought one of the new Stinger LED rechargable flashlights and as much as I like it I kinda wish I went with the surefire light. Try that one I have heard good things about it


Posted by: JohnB

The Stinger is 125 Lumens. Just to put things in perspective We have flashlights for $25.00 that put put 125 Lumens.


John


Posted by: Delta784

John, what would you recommend for something I can keep in a case on my gunbelt? I'm looking for something powerful, and am willing to deal with a bit larger size for more brightness.


Posted by: justanotherparatrooper

I love my surefire, though the batteries can be pricey.


Posted by: Sniper

Quote:
Originally Posted by PaulKersey
I can't say enough about the rechargeable Strion. Plenty of light, don't know it's there. A gun dealer recommended it to me. He was right on the money.
I have a Strion as well. Love it and it holds its charge FOREVER with normal use. I bought it as a backup to the TWO full size MagLights I have in my duty bag. I do wish I had it on my belt but am fortunate to not have much real estate available to mount a holster for it.........


Posted by: MPD119

Quote:
Originally Posted by JohnB
The Stinger is 125 Lumens. Just to put things in perspective We have flashlights for $25.00 that put put 125 Lumens.


John
how long they they last?. 15 minutes?


Posted by: JohnB

Quote:
Originally Posted by MPD119
how long they they last?. 15 minutes?
For that light 50 minutes with primaries.
Rechargeables are getting better but they still have a ways to go. You also have to be careful of lights that you cannot change the batteries in. If you get a rechargeable light make sure you get one that you can replace the batteries in from time to time.

Quote:
Originally Posted by justanotherparatrooper
I love my surefire, though the batteries can be pricey.
Check out
www.batterystation.com

www.batteryjunction.com

I have gotten CR123 batteries from them for $1 each good quality. Do not buy them in the store order a box of them from a site. They only loose 1% capactiy each year so they can be stored for a long time.

Quote:
Originally Posted by Delta784
John, what would you recommend for something I can keep in a case on my gunbelt? I'm looking for something powerful, and am willing to deal with a bit larger size for more brightness.
Currently we have a light called the Defender that is 260 Lumens for $84.00 (before 10% discount) You will not find another light with it's size that is this bright.



Another light that is a good value is the Sniper for $60.00
170 Lumens



These 2 are the most popular we have with law enforcement. They use 2 cr123a batteries.
You can purchase rechargeable kits for them @ $45.00
1 battery
1 charger

We also have the LED upgrades for Surefire so for anyone that has a Surefire that use a p60 Bulb we can upgrade the light to 260 Lumens

Thanks


Posted by: screamineagle

I gave my dad a strion for his birthday, that is one bright little light.


Posted by: andy0921

How long does the battery last on the Defender? I will probably invest in a new light in the near future.


Posted by: JohnB

Quote:
Originally Posted by andy0921
How long does the battery last on the Defender? I will probably invest in a new light in the near future.
80 minutes with 2 cr123 batteries

110 minutes with 1 rechargeable LION

Thanks
John


Posted by: andy0921

Thanks.


Posted by: Sgt Jack

I just picked up a Streamlight twin task..uses two 6 volt batteries and had both LED and a regular bulb (Kryptonite I think) ...it's nice and small...fits on the duty belt....I was running into the same problem with the Stinger..I actually had to get a new battery 3 months after I bought it as the one that came with it wouldn't hold a charge...works okay now... I also carry a car charger in my cruiser bag and I still use it when I work at my town pd job, although I may pick up another twin task as I've been very happy with it..


Posted by: Crvtte65

Quote:
Originally Posted by robodope
I use the INOVA LED Light (recommended by crvtte65). I believe the model is the t4. The new LED lights are better then the one I currently own and you cant compare the battery life because they last forever. Maybe the folks from liotec (which have ben advertising on this site) http://www.liotec.com/ will hook you up with a trial.
I still use my T4 on my belt! Wouldnt switch to a strion or stinger (even though I have a Stinger XT... thanks Masscops raffle )


Posted by: Eamonn Wright

My back up is a Wolf Eyes Raider w/an EO-9 lamp assembly from Lumen Factory, using 2 rechargeable li-ion 18500 batteries. It's a great light and fits in an ASP belt holster. I'm considering the Wolf Eyes Q5 Cree upgrade.


Posted by: JohnB

Quote:
Originally Posted by Eamonn Wright
My back up is a Wolf Eyes Raider w/an EO-9 lamp assembly from Lumen Factory, using 2 rechargeable li-ion 18500 batteries. It's a great light and fits in an ASP belt holster. I'm considering the Wolf Eyes Q5 Cree upgrade.
The Raider is a great light. Are you happy with the Lumens Factory module? We are thinking about offering the line to our customers. The Q5 is blinding. I will be posting video of it in the Raider on our site sometime this week.

John


Posted by: RPD931

I too have been through the Stingers, the Stinger XT and the good Ol' Maglite. Currently I'm using the INOVA T4 - absolutely hands down the best yet!! I highly recommend it.


Posted by: Eamonn Wright

John, I've got several Lumens Factory lamp assemblies, and I think they're great incans. I'll be checking your sight for the Q5 video this week.


Posted by: JohnB

Quote:
Originally Posted by Eamonn Wright
John, I've got several Lumens Factory lamp assemblies, and I think they're great incans. I'll be checking your sight for the Q5 video this week.
That's good to know. I have a note on my to do list to call them and sign the dealer agreement.
I hope to have the video complete this weekend.


Thanks


Posted by: Eamonn Wright

Excellent, John. Could you post the link here so I don't forget to check?


Posted by: PearlOnyx

I'm actually shopping for a light for the same reason. My Stinger is dead as a door nail. For the most part I use the car mag light (good because it fits nice in your armpit on traffic stops - mostly what I do), but I want a small belt flashlight just so that I always have a light source on me. The other problem I've run in to is finding a light for which I can find a high gloss holder for.


Posted by: JeffC

Quote:
Originally Posted by JohnB
Currently we have a light called the Defender that is 260 Lumens for $84.00 (before 10% discount) You will not find another light with it's size that is this bright.
can you order online? is a case available?


Posted by: JohnB

Quote:
Originally Posted by JeffC
can you order online? is a case available?
Yes you can order online or you can PM me what you want, I can send you an adjusted total with your Masscops discount and you can send via PAYPAL. I have holsters @4.99 but they are more like belt loop not clip on.

Let me know

Thanks
John

Quote:
Originally Posted by PearlOnyx
I'm actually shopping for a light for the same reason. My Stinger is dead as a door nail. For the most part I use the car mag light (good because it fits nice in your armpit on traffic stops - mostly what I do), but I want a small belt flashlight just so that I always have a light source on me. The other problem I've run in to is finding a light for which I can find a high gloss holder for.
While doing the local gun shows here I have has several Police officers tell me about the issue with finding a good holder for the lights. I have shared this with the manufacturer. Many have told me that they prefer a clip.

On another note we are bringing in the complete line of lighting solutions from FoxFury and they have a light called the Scout that has a handy clip on feature:

http://www.foxfury.com/products/scout_series/index.htm

They are not as bright but they are certainly handy and serve other purposes like identifying narcotics, tracking and night vision.


I expect to have these in stock very soon.

Quote:
Originally Posted by Eamonn Wright
My back up is a Wolf Eyes Raider w/an EO-9 lamp assembly from Lumen Factory, using 2 rechargeable li-ion 18500 batteries. It's a great light and fits in an ASP belt holster. I'm considering the Wolf Eyes Q5 Cree upgrade.
This link shows the Q5HO Led lamp.
This LED lamp is designed to fit in lights that have P-60 style LED lamps.
Surefire has many models that use this type of lamp.

http://liotec.com/store/product_deta.../FOX-1%20X.htm

You can also get this lamp in a 4 stage digital version. The digital version has High,Low,Med and strobe


Posted by: Jeepy

JohnB, why don't you list your prices on your web site?


Posted by: JohnB

Quote:
Originally Posted by Jeepy View Post
JohnB, why don't you list your prices on your web site?

The prices are listed here are the LED prices:
http://liotec.com/store/Wolf-eyes-LED-main.htm

Is there something in particular that you need a price on?

Thanks


Posted by: celticsfan

+1 Another vote here for the Strion. Small, light on parity with some C/D cells. Charge lasts a good hour or more for me, and it recharges mighty fast.


Posted by: SPG

My first post. I recently got a Pelican 7060 and I really like it. It replaces my now retired Surefire 9N. SPG


Posted by: robodope

I bought the Wolf Eyes from LIOTEC and John was great to deal with. The light was well worth the money and nothing has the power it does for the money. People in my dept are asking about it


Posted by: jdmac33

the belt flash lights just dont do it when you make a car stop and are looking around, you cant beat the big lights.


Posted by: Nighttrain

I like to kick it old school with a special order 9 D-Cell mag light. After you work out the balance issues it rocks the house.




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