Some famous guy once said "Let there be Light". (At least according to some religious books). I am a fan of being able to light the dark. Is that control? Is that power? I don't know. I do know that I like flashlights. Not just your average double AA or double DD cell from the hardware store. I like BRIGHT flashlights that light up the night.
To that end, I've just added two new ones to my collection. How many does it take to make a "collection"? I don't know, but I'm sure I have enough. Some folks (my wife) would even say I have too many. But all of us in the know, know there is no such thing.
These two models are newer versions of previous models. As you can see, they are made by OLight. The larger one on the left is the "Marauder Mini" (because it's smaller than the original Marauder). The smaller one on the right is the "Baton Turbo" (because it has higher output than the original Baton).
This little Baton Turbo, is likely going to become my primary use light. It is so small, yet really has a bright light for it's size. I love that it fits inside the palm of my hand, and my hands are medium-small size. Like many of their lights, the brightness is adjustable, from a super long lasting dim mode, to a less lasting turbo or super-bright mode. This one is perfect for walking the dog at night, or just general usage. It's quite a powerhouse for it's size, providing 65,025 Candela, 1,000 lumens and 510 meters of throw. Like many of the Olight series, it also has a "lockout" feature to prevent accidental activation in pocket or backpack. At the lowest level "Moonlight" mode, it can run for 50 days continuous. Quite nice for camping / tent light, or emergency power outage light in the city.
The larger Marauder Mini however is quite the powerhouse. One of it's best features is flipping from floodlight mode to spotlight mode at the flick of a switch. This changes the "throw" or distance of the light pattern from 310 meters to a whopping 600 metters spotlight mode. It also has the ability to change colors, white, red, green, or blue. It's also not near as heavy as the previous Full size Marauder, which is a beast. This one "only" weighs 462g. This one is ideal for search and rescue, or wild game recovery, and not too bad to carry around as it's heavier predecessor was.
But wait.... there's more!
Here's a few more of my collection. The larger original Marauder is on the far left, the new Marauder Mini, then the white Warrier X pro (also one of my favorite size/brightness), then the new Baton Turbo. In the front, we have a very handy little keychain light that is held in by magnet and quickly separates for off-keys use, then the Semi-flat Arkfeld with the dragon image on it. The Arkfeld is a unique little light, in that it has the white light, a green laser pointer, but also a fairly strong UV light. The UV light is useful for spotting scorpions Did you know that scorpions lite up under the UV light? or examining hotel rooms and such (ewwww).
Then we have some handy magnetic (like most of their lights) little dome lights, these are great for closets, weapon safes, even vehicle lights, etc. They also can be set for different levels of brightness or colors (green not pictured). They also float and can be used in swimming pool for night swimming.
Last but not least, Of course I have some pew lights.
This one is their "Baldr" model. It attaches/detaches with a quick release mount to Glock or picatinny rails. It combines a bright flashlight, and also a green laser, or light/laser combo. I really like the light/laser combo for fast target acquisition, and the light is bright enough to have a blinding effect if used in a tactical method by keeping off yet easy/quick to turn on by just pushing either side of the switch just in front of the trigger guard. This is one of my pews kept handy for things that go bump in the night, with extended capacity .45 cal mag.
Here it is in it's little nightstand safe/clock, that opens with a just a biometric touch of the finger, or access code. Along with the red "Odin" model Olight standing on it's magnetic base for easy location in the dark. They also recently released a new "Red Dot" sight. I don't have one yet, but eager to check it out, it looks to have some really nice premium features to it.
Some may call it an addiction (yes I have many more), but I call it a collection :) If you're interested in them, they frequently offer "Bundle packages" and special sales at 40-60% discounts. But beware, this can lead to a "collection", or overspending on Xmas gifts for others.
And if you're thinking about an order (probably too late for Xmas delivery). Please use this link to register your account, even just to look (they offer a nice rewards program for repeat purchases or referrals as well). This way we'll both get rewards, and if I see you've ordered with a credit to me, I'll throw a few Hive your direction!
That's it for today. May all your nights be bright!
