SureFire has a long tradition of making quality flashlights that are always on the cutting edge of tech, SureFire flashlights have their origin in the 1960s, when Dr. John Matthews first founded the Newport Corporation for applying laser research to industrial uses. He later resigned from Newport Corp and found Laser Products which was later […]
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Ledlenser Flashlights Gear Review
As I was walking through the glorious jungle of gear that was the 2022 SHOT Show, I came across a small booth for a company that has become one of my most used and most beloved flashlight brands; Ledlenser. The brand was founded in 1994 when two brothers with no more than a dream and […]
The Nitecore P20i – A Pumped Up Flashlight
Need a powerful light that doesn’t cost a small fortune? Well, then Nitecore might be for you. Nitecore makes a wide variety of lights, batteries, and chargers. People like Cloud Defensive use Nitecore chargers with their products for a reason. Nitecore was kind enough to send me the P20i for test and review, and I’ve […]
Streamlight PolyTac X Flashlight: Worth going in your go-bag
If you were to ask me what brand I recommend for tactical flashlights, I would tell you without hesitation, Streamlight. Streamlight offers a wide range of practical products at a reasonable price. They do their job, and they do it well. My trusted flashlight for my EDC bag is my Streamlight ProTac HL-X (you can […]
SWAT Officer reviews the ASP XT DF Flashlight
ASP has been stepping up their game to compete in the first responder flashlight world, and I must admit I’m not disappointed with some of their new products. The XT DT being one of them. The XT DF is a primary duty flashlight with a max output of 600 lumens and the ability to be […]
Let there be light: Why making a flashlight part of your EDC is worth it
From the earliest days of mankind, one of the few things that separated our particular breed of big-brained monkey from the rest of the competition in the wild was our ability to harness light, in the form of fire. Fire, of course, was paramount to our success as a species for a number of other […]
Streamlight ProTac HL-X | A 1,000 lumen EDC flashlight
The ProTac HL-X packs a stout 1,000 lumens in a durable EDC package.  I find it to be just the right size for an EDC flashlight that you can wear on your belt or have in your pocket. For starters, the ProTac HL-X comes with two CR123A batteries and a nylon pouch/holster for the flashlight.  The pouch has a Velcro strap to […]
Olight M2T Warrior Flashlight: EDC worthy or too big?
I recently decided to upgrade from the Olight M18 Striker flashlight to something newer in the Olight lineup. I’ve carried the M18 Striker for quite some time and it never disappointed. For more on the M18, check out my review HERE. The M18 Striker is no longer available (The M1X is the replacement), so I decided […]
ASP Sentinel e3 and Sentinel Xe3 Triple Fuel Tactical Flashlights
Because there is no such thing as having too many backup options on the street, ASP has introduced its first triple-fuel flashlights; the Sentinel e3 and Sentinel X e3. These lights ship with a 16340 lithium-ion battery that recharges inside the light, providing a potent 400 lumens of output. If you don’t have the time […]
Holiday Gift Guide: Handheld flashlights for everyday carry
As we approach the holiday season, we at the Loadout Room would like to make your shopping a little easier for you. We are going to have a series of gift guides coming out in the next few weeks. In this article, we are going to cover EDC Flashlights. As we’ve mentioned before, having a […]