Flashlights are one of the most used and needed devices today next to cell phones and even they include a flashlight demonstrating our need for light when we find ourselves in the darkness. I was taught not to fear the dark and how to see with minimal light, blue light (shudder!), red, and green light […]
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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 […]
ASP Scribe DF: A Dual Fuel Every Day Carry Light
ASP’s original Scribe AAA light has become a mainstay tool in the company’s international tactical training programs, thanks to its combination of high performance and pocketable form factor. The new DF variant of the Scribe pushes the output even further—to 350 lumens—while adding the benefit of Dual Fuel technology. It ships with a 10900 lithium-ion […]
5.11 Tactical Rapid L2 Handheld Flashlight
As a law enforcement officer, there are several pieces of gear that I carry. Some get used very rarely, if ever like OC spray and my taser. Some get used virtually daily, such as my handcuffs and radio. One item, in particular, gets used in a variety of ways in a variety of scenarios. The […]
5.11 Tactical Response CR1 | A Primary Contender
I am a collector of many things, as a police officer flashlights are one of those “things”. There is no worse circumstance than to be clearing an objective, or your home with a suspected intruder and your light go out. I have seen it happen and the resulting “Oh shit” moment that strikes the user. […]
Gerber Cortex Compact Light | A discreet, everyday carry light
The Gerber Cortex Compact light is an interesting option for a small EDC light. The first thing I noticed about this light, besides its size, is that it can run off either a CR123 or AA battery. A standard CR123 is 3 volts and a AA is 1.5 volts but there’s no loss of lumens […]
Streamlight ProTac 1AAA | Upgraded to 115 lumens!
I’ve carried a Streamlight flashlight for the better part of 4 years now as part of my everyday carry. For a long time, it was the popular ProTac 1AA that ran off a single AA battery and was the perfect size for carrying inside my pocket. I’ve also switched between the ProTac 2L and the […]
NIGHTSTICK Duty/Personal-Size Flashlight
NIGHTSTICK is a company I came across while searching for a cost-effective solution to carry on patrol every day. A common problem in any low-light situation is balancing the necessities of your lights power, size, and runtime. NIGHTSTICK’s solution to these issues resulted in the creation of the model NSR-9924XL. Per NIGHTSTICK’s website: This […]
Watch: Everyday Carry (EDC) Abroad or in states that don’t allow firearms
Everyday Carry (EDC) when you can’t carry a gun but still need to defend yourself and your family. Tactical PEN – http://amzn.to/2pP1kdx Pepper SPRAY – http://amzn.to/2y8XJLN I Love this KNIFE – SOCP Dagger – http://amzn.to/2ktdFU2 Currently testing this knife – Flagrant Beard HAVOC – http://amzn.to/2nxfm3W Streamlight EDC Flashlight – http://amzn.to/2ukx0I4 Medical Kit – http://amzn.to/2vbEd0r […]
What is your Self-Defense Protocol?
What is your self-defense protocol when you leave your house? Are you prepared to react in low light or dark conditions? What do you carry on your person to aid in your defense? These are questions everyone should be asking themselves, especially with all the violence we’ve seen happen around the world. These personal defense […]