MAGLITE M2A016 AA Mini Flashlight, Black

by MagLite

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Turn it on and see the light with this Mini Maglite. Just twist the flashlight head and you can change the beam from spot to flood, positioning the light exactly where you need it. Anodized inside and out for improved corrosion resistance and durability, this flashlight features a self-cleaning switch that virtually eliminates oxidation. The high grade O-rings at each opening ensure resistance to water and shock while the low resistance circuitry allows a more efficient use of the batteries. This flashlight also includes a candle mode for convenient, hands free light. The diamond-knurled grip helps you hang on to it in tight spots, and the spare lamp in the tail cap may be just what you need to get out a dark situation. Your purchase includes a key ring and two alkaline AA batteries. Manufactured in the United States.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00002N6SL
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• Item model number: M2A016
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (114 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,738 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #44 in Home Improvement > Hardware > Flashlights > Handheld (Standard) Flashlights

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

40 of 40 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars In a word, excellent, September 21, 2007

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DB.Zimmerman - See all my reviews

This review is from: MAGLITE SP2210H 2-AA Cell Mini LED Flashlight with Holster, Silver (Tools & Home Improvement)

The construction and quality is what you'd expect from a Maglite with a solid and durable aluminum body and rubber gaskets inside to keep out dirt and water. The grip is also nicely textured to keep the flashlight from slipping out of your hand.

Light output is excellent with a bright, white beam and good throw distance. The reflector has been redesigned from the 2AA incandescent model and eliminates the infamous Maglite "hole" (a dark spot in the middle of the beam) when the flashlight is on full flood. Adjusting to spot isn't a dramatic difference, but it definitely puts more light in the center of the beam which can be useful in certain situations.

Batteries last a long, long time, and unlike the older incandescent model, the light output doesn't decrease to unusable levels long before the batteries are dead but rather stays clear and bright until the batteries are exhausted. The LED is also considerably more durable than an incandescent bulb, and my LED Maglite has survived knocks and drops that would have required a bulb replacement in my old incan model. And while the LED version is about an inch longer than the old model, the flashlight is still small and light enough to carry everywhere (I always keep mine on my belt so it's always handy when I need it, which is more often than you'd expect!).

I have only one caveat: the flashlight does not have reverse polarity protection meaning that if you accidentally install the batteries backwards, you'll smoke the LED and you'll have to buy a new flashlight. Just be careful when installing the batteries and you'll be fine.

It might seem a little pricey, but it's worth every penny.

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Edit: A year later and this little flashlight is still going strong. It never leaves my side.

48 of 50 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great light with little known feature, May 31, 2000

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wcc2 (Washington DC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: MAGLITE M2A016 AA Mini Flashlight, Black (Tools & Home Improvement)

All the mag lites share solid aluminum construction and rubber o-ring seals.

What sets the mini mag off from the other mag lites is its size (easy to hold with teeth while working under car, sink, etc) and one little known feature - "candle" mode. You adjust the beam focus by rotating the mini mag's head, but if you continue turning the head pops off; you are left with the handle and the exposed bulb, which is now throwing light in all directions - it is a "candle". Flip the head over, place it on the ground/table - it is now a "candle holder". Stick the candle into the candle holder. Instant candle for camping. (These directions are actually on the mini mag's packaging, but it wasn't until I had bought my third mini mag (one for car, kitchen, daypack) that I noticed. This is actually a great trick to show other mini mag owners... they also threw their packaging away without looking it)

Two mini mags in the candle mode do a good job on a picnic table at night... so get two of them... they're cheap.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Handy, Hardy, Little Light, December 5, 1999

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M. Luke (Maryland, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: MAGLITE M2A016 AA Mini Flashlight, Black (Tools & Home Improvement)

I've got one of these in my car glove box for emergencies and another in my living room so that I can check the wiring for my stereo, check the fusebox when the power goes out, etc. The Metal Enclosed light is very sturdy. My 5 year old has banged it, dropped it and it still works.