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Energizer Ultimate Lithium 1 LED Hand Held Light, Gray, 1AA

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I'm something of a flashlight enthusiast and while I have brighter and more-robust (and more expensive) police-oriented handheld flashlights, I appreciate the value of this one for a few reasons:

1) It's inexpensive enough that I can can keep several around the house, in the car, etc., and I can give them away as presents.

2) It uses a standard AA battery (although Energizer recommends a lithium AA battery for longer life, linked below), which is a vast benefit over speciality police lights that use CR123A lithium batteries. You can find alkaline AA batteries in most convenience and general stores, and lithium AA batteries have a shelf life of ten years or longer.

3) It's water-resistant (splash-resistant, not for submersion), so it's good for keeping in the car in case of a roadside emergency.

4) It includes a dimming feature, so you can use it for reading without running down the battery (or blinding yourself).

5) It automatically switches off after 30 minutes (after a warning blink) so that you're less likely to drain the battery if you accidentally leave it switched on.

6) The tailcap switch is recessed so that a) it's less likely to accidentally light and b) you can stand the light on its end to use it as an ad hoc lamp.

For a light that you'll keep in the car or elsewhere for emergencies, I recommend this single-AA light rather than the 2xAA version (linked below), both because this will last longer with a limited number of batteries and because if you have to change the battery quickly (especially in total darkness), changing a single battery is simpler.

Also, this smaller version is much easier to drop into a pocket if you're out of your car and you need both hands, and it's a bit easier (though not ideal) to hold in your mouth while you use your hands. (However, some people might find the 2xAA version easier to hold between their shoulder and tilted head.)

Energizer L91BP-8 Lithium AA Photo Battery (8-Pack)

Energizer Ultimate Lithium 1 LED Hand Held Light, Gray, 2AA

My search for a flashlight with high intensity (65 lumens) that will not turn on in my pocket is over. I have tried several other LED that had buttons and they turned on in my pocket. This is a tough rugged light. Lithium battery works extremely well. You can count on this light to be there when you need it.

I rotate among 4 different lights for EDC duty. This is one of my favorites. It's not the brightest; I have one single AA rated at 160 lumens. But I like the compact size, Jacketed Hollow Point Bullet styling, and the clip of this light. The variable dim feature is nice. As is the 30 minute auto turn off feature. It will stand on its tail for "candle mode." And it will stay put if you have to lay it on its side (horizontally). The button is fairly quiet, which I like. Some lights have a very loud "click." This does not.

I bought this light to take as a backup for a trip to Mount Kilimanjaro. It was supposed to be reliable and good in cold conditions. Well, it flickered and eventually went out -- not good in a dark tent at 15000 feet. After a while, it started working again, but eventually failed again. After I got it home, it would work and eventually get hot and stop working. Again, after a while, it would start working again. This light looks great, and gives a good light -- for a while. But it is totally unreliable, and isn't worth the price. Buy anything but the Energizer Lithium.

Great light for the money. I have found it eats batteries somewhat fast but for the light produced it is OK. Price shop, this item has a wide range of prices, I paid 10.95 plus 5. for shipping. Great Value.