StreamlightProtac 1L Programmable 350 lm Tactical Flashlight

I own 3 of these and just bought another for my Wife. I always carry a light because I Concealed Carry. Being a former Firearms Instructor, I have seen and been many places where you will need a flashlight during the daytime as well as the night. I have used them in dark buildings where the power suddenly went out or a room where I couldn't find a light switch. Or that occasional time where you drop a small item and need to find it easier.It replaced my Streamlight Macrostream, which is a Great Light also, but I have moved away from the Re-Chargeable Lights for EDC. Nothing like helping a person out with a problem on their car, but now having to find a place to re-charge it, then spending 45 minutes re-charging your light leaving you without one while walking across a dark parking lot. Now, I simply change the battery. I keep a couple of spare batteries in my Vehicle and my little EDC sling pack. My re-chargeables have been relegated to spare light in the truck or "Desk-Duty" around the house.The "Dual Fuel" feature is excellent. I generally use the CR123 Batteries for extra brightness, and the fact that I use them for several other battery powered items. But the fact that I can also use a standard AA Battery and still have plenty of light when I need it, is a great Idea for being prepared. I own several much more expensive Surefire flashlights costing 3 to 4 times the amount I paid for this light, but this Streamlight ProTac 1L is the light I carry. It's enough light for my needs and just the right size for my pocket.

Pro's: I have been using this flashlight for several years. I EDC two flashlights everyday (this one and a smaller one), with both using the CR123's, I always have a spare. I have only used the dual fuel option with AA once or twice, great to know I can use both. The clip is fixed and has a hat bill loop, handy! the strobe is easy to initiate and nice to have. Very bright. Pushbutton on/off/strobe. has never failed, even through the washing machine.Con's: I don't think it has brightness options, just bright & strobe. My other EDC has 4 settings, just use that one for dim.

Best light for the monies

Just what I expected. Streamlight products are known for their reliability and this model lives up to that reputation. I especially like that it can take different sizes of batteries.

Very bright and useful but the battery doesn’t last as long. It is good for the price and is small.

I have gone through 2 of these. On my third. Not cause they wear out - I lose them. Use every day. All over - home and work. Great belt clip. Have used for several years. Great low and high output. Convenient to use 123 or AA batteries. I use rechargeable 123.If your looking g for a solid edc light - this is it. Small enough for the hip pocket on my truspec 24-7 pants but plenty big enough to grip solidly.

365 days, dozens of batteries and 1 finish later its still my main edc. I've used and abused this thing for just over a full year. Carried it basically every day. Highly recommend this little guy if you want something bright, durable, versatile and budjet friendly. Also not a lot of people talking about this being "tri-fuel" it accepts aa, cr123a as well as aaa. Ive tested this

I’ve carried one of this model for years they’re a bargain compared to Surefire lights. Very good quality.