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Infiltration Forums > Archived UE Tutorials, Lessons, and Useful Info > What size maglite should I get? (Viewed 2389 times)
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What size maglite should I get?
< on 7/29/2006 7:09 AM >
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Well I don't have a flashlight. And I've really wished I'd had one on the past couple of occasions. Maglites are good quality so I've decided to go w/ one of those. The question is what size is good for UEing? I don't want something HUGE like the 6D one but I want something that is going to provide adequate light. 3-4C? 2-3D? Help me decide.

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Re: What size maglite should I get?
<Reply # 1 on 7/29/2006 7:46 AM >
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*sigh*

1. I've moved this thread to UE Tutorials, Lessons, and Useful Info.

2. When posting something of this nature, this thread is your best friend.

3. A quick search for 'maglite', 'maglite info' or 'maglite model' turns up a ton of results, try looking through some of those.

I'm considering buying a 6D Maglite and using it to slowly scrape away at my eyeballs until sight is no longer an issue.

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Re: What size maglite should I get?
<Reply # 2 on 7/29/2006 8:20 AM >
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I got a 4d and a ring at my belt to hang it in if not needed.. nice and easy end not too heavy.

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Re: What size maglite should I get?
<Reply # 3 on 7/29/2006 4:40 PM >
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If you're simply looking for a flashlight for illumination purposes, there are far better options to be had at that price range.
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Re: What size maglite should I get?
<Reply # 4 on 7/29/2006 4:51 PM >
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this is true. if you're looking for light output, there are better lights out there.

the benefit of maglights are the solid construction, which lends itself as a security tool if necessary.

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Re: What size maglite should I get?
<Reply # 5 on 7/29/2006 5:47 PM >
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Re: What size maglite should I get?
<Reply # 6 on 7/29/2006 6:31 PM >
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I have a 3d cell. bright enough to light those dark corners, but not soo heavy that it becomes troublesome. It's a reasuring weight. Holding onto that thing when you know at the next turn there may be a psychopathic junkie or bum ready to go crazy on you really dissolves your fears. And I am little and I can still move around easily even with it's weight.

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Re: What size maglite should I get?
<Reply # 7 on 7/30/2006 12:10 AM >
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don't get a maglite... get a streamlight
a bit more expensive but compact and 100x brighter

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Re: What size maglite should I get?
<Reply # 8 on 7/30/2006 12:55 AM >
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2D with the LED conversion. They have them at walmart with the LED already installed for $30. If you want a smaller light try the Dorcy metal gear it has a 1w luexon LED and is also available at walmart for about $18.

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Re: What size maglite should I get?
<Reply # 9 on 7/30/2006 6:14 AM >
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Posted by nightbird
this is true. if you're looking for light output, there are better lights out there.


That's what I was going for - light output. What other brands/makes are there that give off more light?

I'd like to do a 2D mod w/ the LED but me and murphy are closely related so I don't know how that would work out.



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Re: What size maglite should I get?
<Reply # 10 on 7/30/2006 8:05 AM >
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Posted by xAme
don't get a maglite... get a streamlight
a bit more expensive but compact and 100x brighter




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Re: What size maglite should I get?
<Reply # 11 on 7/30/2006 4:23 PM >
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OMG THE BIGGER THE BETTER!!!!! 6D ALL THE WAY!

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Re: What size maglite should I get?
<Reply # 12 on 7/30/2006 5:36 PM >
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It depends what you are trying to compensate for. Otherwise, a streamlight is better for output.

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Re: What size maglite should I get?
<Reply # 13 on 7/30/2006 7:12 PM >
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I recommend buying a 4d and a mini mag (2aa) they both come in handy in different situations. Just beware that the mini mag bulbs are shit and you'll need to replace them frequently if you explore alot.
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Re: What size maglite should I get?
<Reply # 14 on 7/30/2006 7:43 PM >
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Get a 3W taclite.

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Re: What size maglite should I get?
<Reply # 15 on 7/30/2006 10:49 PM >
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pfft i just carry a G2 Surefire and a police baton xD

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Re: What size maglite should I get?
<Reply # 16 on 7/31/2006 1:45 AM >
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get the 20D Maglite Staff..
On a more serious note, I am rather impressed with the X-11 Hellfire I just got not too long ago

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Re: What size maglite should I get?
<Reply # 17 on 7/31/2006 2:20 AM >
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A guy comes on here 4sevens and gives us all a discount for his lights. Then no one looks at the damn lights, and the guy even offered a 5 maybe 10% discount. This by far not the only light on the market, but lets compare this a small flashlight to one of maglites larger models.... shall we?

http://fenix-store...c01405d3754d899937

L2T - About the size of a AA-maglite - 14.1cm (L) x 2cm (D)
Two levels of output, changing by turning the bezel (
The high level: Constant 55 Lumens, 3 hours (Ni-HM)
The low level: Constant 10 Lumens, 22 hours (Ni-HM)
Two 1.5V AA ( Alkaline, Ni-MH, Lithium ) batteries , inexpensive and widely available
Made of aircraft grade aluminum
Hard anodized finish ( the thicker type)
59-gram weight (excluding batteries)
Waterproof o Toughened ultra clear glass lens with AR coating
Push-button tail cap switch
Capable of standing up firmly on a flat surface to serve as a candle

Compare candle power with Maglites:
Solitaire w/1 AAA: 4 - 6 lumens
Two AA: 10 - 12 lumens
Two C or D cell: 16 lumens
Three C or D cell: 24 lumens
Four C or D cell: 32 Lumens

"Mind you, those are optimum brightness levels on FRESH batteries. Your actual output will be less for the life of the batteries. The Fenix L2P is 46 Lumens on two AA's. YOU NEED A SIX CELL MAGLITE WITH CONVENTIONAL BULB FOR 48 LUMENS. "

This light beats the best models maglite has, are more durable, waterproof, and compact. The only upside for a maglite is its heavy and can hit things. However they are had to climb with, the larger ones dont come with lanyards, the bulbs break really easy(even if the light doesnt). Plus its far cheaper to dump cash into AA's that 6D's.

I'll quote Richard Nixon from Futurama skit "I am meeting you hippies half way". The effects of 2AA's is alot less then 1 of your C and D cells. Not to mention the cip inside this light actually helps keep effective light output with rechargeable lights which is un heard of. candlepower.com had a big article about it.
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Re: What size maglite should I get?
<Reply # 18 on 7/31/2006 6:55 AM >
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I have a Two AA mag that I put a 3led mod and a tailcap button mod on that I usually use. I am probably going to be getting the led mod for my 4D at some point too. I have one of those belt loop holsters for my 4D, which is fun because you feel like a gladiator wearing the damn thing.

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Re: What size maglite should I get?
<Reply # 19 on 7/31/2006 7:03 AM >
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SIZE DOESN'T MATTER

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