What's the quality of the switch on the back? Tired of re-buying flashlights every year because the switch starts going bad (sticky, unreliable etc)
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I only had it for a month, but the switch seems fine. The flashlight is as well made as any Streamlight, and the customer service is amazing. It's also made in the US.
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I use this flashlight almost daily and the button is still like new. Guess it's been close to a year?
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Peter, mine is made in China. Not the US. At first I didn't know, and now I feel a little sheepish giving China more $. Plus the battery options are reduced from the original, and I don't know why.
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I actually think this is an electronic switch that does not break the circuit. I have these and also the 3 pack of 250 lumen lights. One of the switches on those flashlights when out and I had to replace with a single setting click switch that broke the circuit (harvested the switch from a chepo led flashlight). So while Mark is correct, there is a switch, but it is not a physical open closed switch, it is an electronic switch with a small circuit board in the end cap. Same with the smaller 250 lumen versions. But FYI, I haven't experienced any of the passive battery drain on either of my duracell 500 lumen lights. I actually think this is an electronic switch that does not break the circuit. I have these and also the 3 pack of 250 lumen lights. One of the switches on those flashlights when out and I had to replace with a single setting click switch that broke the circuit (harvested the switch from a chepo led flashlight). So while Mark is correct, there is a switch, but it is not a physical open closed switch, it is an electronic switch with a small circuit board in the end cap. Same with the smaller 250 lumen versions. But FYI, I haven't experienced any of the passive battery drain on either of my... » Read More I actually think this is an electronic switch that does not break the circuit. I have these and also the 3 pack of 250 lumen lights. One of the switches on those flashlights when out and I had to replace with a single setting click switch that broke the circuit (harvested the switch from a chepo led flashlight). So while Mark is correct, there is a switch, but it is not a physical open closed switch, it is an electronic switch with a small circuit board in the end cap. Same with the smaller 250 lumen versions. But FYI, I haven't experienced any of the passive battery drain on either of my duracell 500 lumen lights. « Show Less
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It twists on and off. Mine would flicker on and off get a different flashlight.
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It's pretty durable..I liked how bright it was..the warranty sucks..the tail switch malfunctioned on mine after maybe 6 months of every day use..ATAC 5.11 wasn't as bright but had an outstanding warranty..no questions asked..I'm still using it after a yr of every day use
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I am sorry but I truly have no idea. I know it is the brightest flashlight I have ever owned and I do let everyone know it is worth the money. sorry I could not help with this question.
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Did you press the little button on the end? If so, then I am not sure what the problem is. We have never had a problem with it and love the flashlight option.
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I would suggest looking for a replacement or different type of switch. It looks to be a standard size and believe that the modes are controlled in that switch. I agree it is inconvenient but it is a good light. I use mine on my 12G and has stood up well so far to the shock and vibration of firing it.
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I have not had this problem with my flashlight, it works just fine. Sorry to hear you are having a problem.
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replace it with a new switch, the company was helpful by sending one for each flashlight I ordered
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Sometimes the button comes defective depending on the company you get it from. There must be at least a dozen different kinds of Cree q5 out there with parts slightly changed. Depressing the button all the way should shut the light off.
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I have 4 lights total and 2 have always worked perfectly, 1 has never worked and the 4th only ever "glowed" until last night, when I pulled it apart again, flipped switches and reinstalled batteries. Magically it seems perfect now. So, I'd suggest playing with it a bit.
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I have never had a light bulb go bad.There is also a 24 month warrantywith the E01 although I am not surehow this would be executed. The bulbIs integral to the head of the flashlight and would require factory replacementthrough warranty. Bulb replacement isa non-issue in my view.
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sorry.i honestly don't know...i've had no problems with my light so far.i got my light in january.
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I think Maglite has a great reputation for quality products and service. They repaired one of their flashlights that was 15 years old for me at no charge. I have found them Dependable in law enforcement and emergency med applications. I'd go with the proven products!
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This sounds like a problem I had a few weeks ago, my light would turn on sometimes if I held the button just right, sometimes not at all. Or it would change through the modes all by its self. I found that the there was a piece loose in the back section of the flashlight, where the switch is. if you take off the switch to change out the battery, my problem was that behind the spring that pushes down the battery there is a nut that holds the switch in place and it came loose. I removed the spring and tightened the nut that holds the button in place.
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A long, long time...considering how bright they are. I don't ever just turn it on and leave it, so total time to "dead" batteries is unknown to me. I was with a police officer last night; my little 3 cell light was obliterating his department provided flashlight. He wanted to know where to get one like it!As with the other comment, I like to change the batteries about every month or two. Unless you just leave the switch on, they never kill the batteries, they just get less bright until you tire of the old batteries.
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Joel, the multi function drove me crazy and I sent it back right away. I then purchased the 1300 Lumens CREE XM-L T6 LED 5-modes Waterproof Flashlight Torch + 2x18650 + Charger which is great. On/Off .... if it has other functions they are not set with the button on the back and that is fine with me. The light is very good and the price was reasonable. Good luck.