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Posted by: CPDexplorer

The topic header says it all.
I personally prefer the Stinger ( I have the XT High-Performance model),
but I also have a Surefire G2 that I find pretty good.

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Posted by: 2-Delta

I like the stingers i see coming out, but right now i have the Surefire Z2 and I still love it.

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Posted by: PATS246

The best flashlight in my department is the one that works. One that works for the whole shift, and doesn't burn out in the middle of your second MV stop of the night.

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Posted by: Wolfman

Call me old-fashioned, but I'd be lost without the MagCharger.

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Posted by: TheFuzz357

Mark I can't agree with you more.
No other flashlight I know is as bright and easy to clamp under your arm while you're dealing with your "stop". Besides, it doubles as a striking implement (what surefire does that?).

If you need a backup light to keep on your belt, you can't beat the Streamlight Scorpion for size, price, and brightness.

My

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Posted by: Finding Nemo

full size streamlight works for me. I put it to the test my second night on the job. as a boot in van nuys (ca) while wrestling with a burglary susp high on crack, my light left my hands and fell 2 stories into the deep end of a pool. the light stayed lit for approx 5 minutes underwater (i was later told).

i took the battery out and drained the water out, let it air dry and it was working fine.
and it DOES make a great impact weapon for close contact!

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Posted by: CPDexplorer

Well, I am an Explorer, so I would get in a heckuva lot of trouble if I hit someone with a Magcharger. I do like them though, and I can see how the size would be perfect to use during a traffic stop.

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Posted by: davemcs

Howsa 'bout the "Clublight" or is it LightClub...



http://www.candlepowerforums.com/ubb...rue#Post223737

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Posted by: MatchStick

I am happy with the Ultra Stinger. It is the same length as a MagCharger, but the same diameter as the regular stinger. The head is wider than the regular stinger. The price is comparable to the MagCharger, but you get 100,000CP instead of 30,000CP. I keep the Stinger XT (tactical tailcap) on my belt and the Ultra Stinger in my duty bag.

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Posted by: CPDexplorer

One of the Explorers at my Department has an Ultrastinger, and I think its a good light, (its SUPER bright), its just to bulky to carry on your duty belt.

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Posted by: Wolfman

Another type of light you may want to consider getting is a small LED penlight style. These are VERY useful when doing vehicle searches, as they will illuminate inside small crevices, behind trim panels, dashboards, etc. where the bad guy tends to stow his contraband. Ever try to work a maglight around inside a glovebox?

In conjunction with this, a small telescoping mirror works well to extend your range of vision. Not something you think about until you need one - if Killjoy275 is reading this, he'll vouch for that - right?

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Posted by: CPDexplorer

Yeah, good point.......

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Posted by: Muggsy09

I have the Stinger XTHP and I hate it. It lights up good but carring it sucks.

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Posted by: ryan933

I use the SureFire 6p. It is very small and puts out plenty of light.

Ryan

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Posted by: bpd145

I carry the new Streamlight LED/halogen (20XPLED, I believe) combo light, although I'm not too keen on the rubber grip. I keep my UltraStinger in my cruiser bag as a back-up.

MT1... I agree with you on the 'penlight' style light. Always keep my Stylus in my ticket-book pocket.

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Posted by: bpd145

I carry the new Streamlight LED/halogen (20XPLED, I believe) combo light, although I'm not too keen on the rubber grip. I keep my UltraStinger in my cruiser bag as a back-up.

MT1... I agree with you on the 'penlight' style light. Always keep my Stylus in my ticket-book pocket.

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Posted by: Brian823

Streamlight TL-2 tactical light (outstanding light, small, super bright) $39.99.

Surefire Executive E-2 Elite - Small and also bright (but not as bright as the TL2 and more expensive).

Mag Light Re-chargable - good for general patrol work - big so you can use it as an impact weapon (just kidding).

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Posted by: Opie

I Like my Stinger Re-Chargable as a primary and keep my Mag Light in my Cruiser Bag.

I usually start my MV stops with the Stinger, but if I'm gonna give an exit order, I make sure the Mag Lite is close by.

I also have a LED keychain light for those situations MT1 referred to.

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Posted by: tomahawk

I second bpd145's recommendation of the new Streamlight LED combo - it is lightweight though, those of you looking for a second baton might want to choose something else.

-Mike

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Posted by: Wolfman

Just an additional testimonial for the MagCharger....

November 10th, I was directing traffic at a left lane closure at about 0430. An elderly gentleman drove by, saw the cruisers and slowed down, but failed to notice me waving traffic into the right lane. The side view mirror of his van struck the back of my right hand, smashing the mirror, almost smashing my hand (out for 7 weeks with muscle / tendon damage), and knocking my MagCharger about 30 feet into the concrete median strip.

After recovering the flashlight, which now bore some new scratches and gouges, I noticed it didn't work. Figured it was junk, seeing the impact that it withstood. Later, I saw the bulb had been knocked out of its socket by the impact. I unscrewed the lens, replaced the bulb, and it worked (and still works) like a champ.

Don't know if the smaller lights would have been so durable, but in ten years the MagCharger hasn't let me down.

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Posted by: SRRerg

I have 2 Magchargers in the cruiser, one on my seat, until it dies, then I go for the one in the charger. Both batteries are over 1 year old, and each lasts a full shift w/no problems. Unlike my radio batteries.

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Posted by: Dane

I've been using the same MagCharger for over ten years and it still works fine. It has seen plenty of impact against hard surfaces (and some not so hard) and has never needed anything more than an infrequent bulb replacement. It has proven to be a reliable tool both on the road and in a crash-and-bang plainclothes type unit. We trained with them on the range at the SPA. It tends to become an extension of your own body so much so that on the long ride home from mid shifts, I'd find it in my hand during traffic stops during broad daylight. It stores nicely in the short club pocket of the breeches / trousers where the smaller lights would get lost. Gouges in the aluminum and embedded glass can be ground out with a wire brush attachment on a drill. The beam is adjustable from spot to flood. I, too, would recommend carrying two in your sled.

NOTE: The preceding is NOT a paid advertisement.

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Posted by: Killjoy

Another vote for the magcharger....I have been carrying mine for over three years and have had nary a problem with it. It has taken quite a bit of abuse and come out like a champ! To some of you newer guys; it doesn't hurt to have a backup baton, something you can't get out of a small stinger or sure-fire. My magcharger (lovingly nicknamed "dope-slapper") has crowned many an unruly suspect; much more often than my ASP or Autolock. Probably because I work nights I tend to always have my magcharger in my weak (non-shooting) hand. I also stopped putting it in my breeches/trousers pocket when it came flying out during a foot pursuit. For the last couple of years it has sat loyally in a flashlight ring on my left side; and I haven't lost it yet in a foot pursuit.

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