Pardon me, but how long is this flashlight from tip to tip? Also, how well would it take an impact? I am interested in using this for self-defense.
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12 1/2 inches from tip to tip. I use it as my primary duty flashlight as a police officer and I've dropped it on the road and used it as an impact weapon and it has not failed me yet. It is very rugged.
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dimensions shiuld be listed, but I'd guess 16in. As a weapon itd be useful as its fairly heavy and made of steel. Somebody would think twice about coming after you after a whack from it
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The unit is just short of 13 inches. I used them during my career as a building inspector and dropped them many times. This of course causes the bulb to short out or break, but the flashlight is rugged. I think it would make a good defensive weapon in an emergency, but I am not sure how long it can take a beating and still be expected to be repairable. I hope you never have to use it in self-defense, but I strongly recommend these flashlights as they are the best on the market. Guaranteed by Mag-Lite for life. I have four that are over 20 years old and still love them. Best of luck.
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Sorry, I've only had it about a month. I use it every night when walking my dog. In our canyon we have cougars and black bears so I had hoped the intense beam would be some protection.So far, so good.I use it about 20 minutes each night at full brightness. I have had it month and still usingthe original batteries.
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It's not my favorite flash light, try loading the battery in a different direction. I often need to tap the flashlight to get it working, even with 3 batteries it only last 15min of continuous usage.
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I've been using mine for about 3 months now, about 40, 5 sec. uses per night at high power. I've had no problems with the switch, and I've not noticed a decrease in brightness over that time (in reply to the question of whether it drains the batteries while off or not; I've never had it on for 5 min. at a time). I love this flashlight.
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Jessica, would suggest either going to E-Bay for a second hand charger or go to Streamlite's Web Site for chargers. The chargers are cheap as compared to the cost of the Stinger Flashlight. Also if there is a store in your area that sells equipment for Fire, EMS and Law Enforcement then give them a try.
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I leave mine on it all the time, I think it will lose it's charge after awhile, it takes about 8 hours to charge on the regular charger, you can get it with the fast charger also, I don't know how long it takes for that to charge. I also have the LED light like this one that is much brighter, my first 5 of these worked real well for me, then I was given the LED, and I like it much better. (I lost all my other ones) Very good flashlights!!!
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I'm not sure. I used it around the property on appx 15 mins I never noticed. it is a amazing flashlight !!! just be sure to turn it on at least once a week for a minute or so, son in law left his in a pack unused for a couple of months and the batteries swelled up and could not remove them. Mine is great though.
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I put it in my back pocket often, lens up. It's about 6" long and as the photo shows thicker at the lens end. one of the best if not best flashlight I've ever owned.
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Not in the traditional way as in trying to change the battery on your flashlight. The charge should last you a week if you brush twice a day. If it's a rather old unit, perhaps it's time to get a new unit. If you just got it, then it's definitely defective.
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The exploding tip will be moderately loud. It won't be quite as loud as a handgun as it will burst before reaching full pressure, and be somewhat muffled by the target it strikes. It won't be quiet, though.
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On the full charge - I have only shocked 2 people so far as they wanted to "test" it. They both took body shots to the abdomen and they both went down very quickly. So I can't say how many it will work on with a full charge - regardless it works. I would think that this is most effective with the combination of the surprise that it is both a flash light and tazer.
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This flashlight cannot hold a charge for a long period of time without constant winding. The batteries would probably cover that time. The flashlight without any batteries dies almost instantly if not being wound.
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The battery life is short because the light is so bright. Just use it as a Tactical flashlight and the bettery will last longer.Use regukar flashlights for general purposes.
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I like the idea but most flashlights can not take firearm recoil let alone from a shotgun. I don't know about techlite so I can't speak for them. Also clamps tend to back out get loose and damage to the fire arms finish... also if they are really tight they will damage the firearm's finish. I would say though that if you have a bayonet lug go for the shorter 1 cell light or an entirely different brand with the light enclosed into the forend.
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Would be good for this. It is maybe 15 inches high and maybe 8 inches across at the widest point. It is an LED light, so it is a soft light, rather and a powerful direct bulb. Although, would be cheaper and just as useful to buy a simple flashlight.
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Well fortunately i have not had the chance of using the sword in self defense. Right out of the package I would say the tip would be very capable of piercing through any hostiles that may come your way, but the edge's will need to be sharpened if you want to be capable of making clean slices.
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sure! i carry mine in my pocket when i shoot all the time and have had no issues with it turning on afterwards. if you are looking for something to mount to your firearm i would look elsewhere. this light is as big as a AA battery and has a twisty switch. not designed as a weapons light.