Streamlight announced the release of their Wedge SL, an “Ultra-Thin Rechargeable EDC Inspection Flashlight.” The light has a maximum output of 500 lumens and 1,600 candela. However, output isn’t the focus; form factor is. Wedge, or rectangular section, lights are popular these days in large part because they carry so nicely in the pocket. The […]
Holosun has just released the P.ID-K compact light. Holosun provides the following information on this light: This powerful light produces 500 lumens / 6,500 candela on high mode and 250 lumens / 3,000 candela on low mode, ensuring positive target identification in low-light situations. I suspect it’s durable, but am not certain the specs or […]
Streamlight has announced the latest additions to their upgraded lights. The ProTac 2.0 HP has strong specs, combined with 4 different modes (high / medium / low / strobe), which can be programmed using their “ten-tap” model. The ProTac HP-X is a little smaller, more of an EDC light. It too provides strong output, with […]
Streamlight recently released their Megastream. We got our hands on it and tested it. Here is the short summary: If you want the full review, go here: Finally, if you want to purchase one, go here: https://werkz.com/streamlight-megastream-rechargeable.html
Modlite just posted a good overview of 5 uses of white light, or “Lowlight Theory”. It’s worth the short watch. I appreciate how they included “control” as one of the 5 uses.
The long-anticipated Cloud Defensive EPL is now available to order. Check the link here. However, I wouldn’t hold my breath. It says they’re shipping fall 2025, so it will be some time before the EPL arrives. It boasts 52,000 candela and 1,200 lumens, and attempts to provide both a wide flood and a strong hotspot. […]
Cloud Defensive has released their MCH-HC, which claims 100,000 candela and 1,250 lumens. If those claims prove out, this is one impressive light. I’ve always liked that the MCH carries well due to the reasonable size and metal pocket clip. I also like the swappable negligent discharge protectors, which will take care of most of […]
Nitecore announced their EDC29, which has a staggering max output of 6,500 lumens and 40,230 candela. It has a tail switch that allows quick access to full output, available lockout mode, pocket clip, battery display, and adjustable brightness. I personally like these flat lights and will be interested to check it out at Shot Show […]
Streamlight announced their Megastream pocket carry light this week. It’s got 3 modes, is recharageable with the battery inside or outside the light, and has a pocket clip. Perhaps the most interesting part are the specs: 1,800 lumens and 26,000 candela. My personal minimum for a defensive handheld is 20,000 candela. Lights of that strength […]
Here is a 11-minute video covering 5 uses of a white light, produced by Modlite. It includes two items we have consistently talked about, “identify” and “control”. Watch it here or on YouTube.