Reddit reviews SureFire G2X Pro Dual-Output LED Flashlight with click switch, Black

Ignore everyone else in this thread saying Maglite. They're decent, but you can do much, much better. Bring your wallet.

If you're looking for unbeatable reliability, the king of the hill is Surefire. I'd suggest their G2X Pro. However, they take sort of weird lithium batteries; if you'd prefer more normal batteries Streamlight has a number of options in their ProTac and TwinTask series. Streamlight is pretty much on a par with Surefire and massively better than Maglite. In any case, make absolutely sure you choose an LED-based model, rather than one with an incandescent bulb.

If you'd like to save some money and still get a flashlight which is massively better than anything you can buy in a hardware store, come by /r/flashlight and fill out a questionnaire to better qualify your needs. There are approximately a billion different flashlights out there, and people who are genuinely passionate about such things, so it's sort of hard to narrow down your options without knowing what you need it for.

If you don't feel like going to such lengths, I'll summarize a couple of options for you.

1. That Surefire G2X Pro I mentioned above is insanely, stupidly bright and will always work, even after it's been sitting in your shed with batteries installed for ten years. Unfortunately, you must order batteries online, or you'll pay about $15 per set locally.
   
   
2. The Streamlight Protac 2AA is half as bright, takes normal batteries, and is otherwise of similar quality.
   
   
3. The Streamlight Stylus Pro is a further half as bright but smaller. It's still not dim, though; this should rival pretty much any flashlight you've ever used, including massive 6v lanterns and 2-3 D cell hardware store lights. And it's inexpensive; I keep one in each of my cars.
   
   
4. The Fenix E25 is made in China, if that matters to you, but I've generally been quite pleased with Fenix products. It's similar in size to the Streamlight Protac above, but is the first thing I've mentioned from a boutique flashlight manufacturer. It's brighter than the Streamlights and has more brightness levels to choose from. It should be just as indestructible in use as the Surefire and better than the Stylus Pro if not the ProTac. However, Fenix has a bit of a reputation among flashlight nerds for firmware issues (yes, they're microprocessor-controlled), so it's possible their lifetime reliability isn't as good as the others. It should still be about a thousand times more reliable than anything else you've used.
   
   Like I said, the number of options is just ridiculous. I could have made a list of about a dozen lights and made a compelling argument for each one. If you really want to buy a nice flashlight, you need to ask in /r/flashlight. Clearly explain what you're looking for, and fill out the questionnaire from the sidebar. Or just buy one of the four above; I don't recommend them lightly.

Surefire 6PX-Pro is a fine light. http://www.surefire.com/illumination/flashlights/6px-pro.html

Or EB2.
http://www.surefire.com/illumination/flashlights/eb2-backup.html

I personally have a few G2X's ($50) with the polycarbonate housing. They're cheap and have the same quality build. I tried a few StreamLights in the G2X price range and ended up liking the SureFire much more.

Now all these are more of "investment" pieces but for $52 bucks this is a very good quality light. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009F7J960/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1479218223&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=surefire&dpPl=1&dpID=31%2BV-YasJxL&ref=plSrch


But the Batteries online and in bulk for any CR123 lantern.


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Elzetta flashlight mouth: https://www.amazon.com/Elzetta-Tactical-Shotgun-Flashlight-Mount/dp/B004R5V47C

I believe the light is a Surefire G2X: here

This one is good if you're on a budget

I have it and it works great. There are plenty of higher end options available though. It would be fine for academy, and then you could use it as a backup later.

Streamlight is another good brand, but they're a tad bit more on price.

This is what I prefer personally.

Errr... I mean this, with a Raven Concealment Clip.

Here is my Every Day Carry list.

• Not picture by itself is my belt. EDC Cobra Belt With Velcro Lining - Size 36"
  
  
• Timex Ironman
  
  
• SureFire G2X Pro with Surefire Rugged Polymer Speed Holster
  
  
• Zero Tolerance 0566BW with skater tape on the bottom end
  
  
• Oakley Radar Path Sunglasses with cheapo replacement lenses
  
  
• iPhone 6s with Otterbox Commuter Series Wallet Case
  
  
• Aluminum Key Organizer with Magnesium Fire Striker and Blood Type Key Chain
  
  
• Cheap Tool Belt Pouch with G2 Pilot, SOG Powerlock with V-Cutter, generic lockpick as a tooth pick, Measuring Tape and a generic comb

Thank you!

Surefire G2X

the holo is a 551 eotech replica.. I don't own one, but i've heard G&P holos are really good. And as for the flashlight, I'm gonna take a guess and say it's a surefire G2X (dont take my word for it though)

Surefire G2X: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009F7J960/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_4?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

Holographic sight: http://www.snitactical.com/gp-eotech-551-red-green-dot-sight-for-airsoft-gp686-black-p-22.html

Surefire is fantastic. I bought their low-end model: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009F7J960/ref=oh_details_o07_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 a few weeks back and it's unbelievably bright. I can't imagine what the higher end models must be like.

Two weeks before I bought the surefire I made the mistake of buying a "100 lumen LED" flashlight at Home Depot for $20, it was a total pile of crap, I took it back immediately.

Anyone thoughts on this:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Surefire-G2X-Dual-Output-Torch-Black/dp/B009F7J960

Compact for pockets, bright (2 modes, first 15 lumens and second 320 lumens), thumb-button on the back of the light easy to press in darkness, comes in black or bright yellow for finding in the dark, well-known brand of high quality products, capable of being mounted easily to a gun if you want -- Surefire G2X Pro.

I have this one. I like it. SureFire G2X Pro Dual Output LED Flashlight, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009F7J960/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_XCA7wbJ9HETT9

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