HaikeLite HT35 - Seriously Powerful Zoomable Flashlight

 

The HaikeLite HT35 is a 2300 lumens(max) flashlight with zoom feature, running on 2x 26650 batteries, with 3 modes and a super heavy duty construction body. It's simply a budget thrower flashlight, and you can expect to beam out to about 700m or more with this beast. I can compare to those 1km throw lights such as the Thrunite TN42 and Nitecore TM16GT etc. The difference is the price tag on the light, and zoom instead of non-zoomable. Personally I do not like zoom myself, but this one is one of a kind, and it does have a nice quality, heavy glass lens!

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First thing to look at is the heavy and coated glass lens. Unlike the cheapo flashlights on ebay and such that claims to be zoomable, this one is really well made and is really tough build. 

 

The "ring" part of the light cannot be removed, and the tailcap cannot be tail-standed, yet the switch is simple to operate. Just bump it for the next mode, and the light always start on highest mode.

 

There is also a hole for the tripod stand, and it originally comes with a little attachment for the strap to hang onto, which I don't find it useful but clumsy instead.

The size of the light is not bad, just like a Convoy L6, not too big. 

 

Lots of fins for heat to vent out, and the light really does not get hot much in real use.

 

That is the haikelite ht35 when extended or zoom out all the way.

 

That is the light when zoom'd back all the way.

 

When you zoom all the way back in, you can see the LED in the center but there is no reflector of any sorts, but just the lens doing all the magical work on its own.

 

There is a thick red o-ring on the thread. Good threads btw, very smooth! As you can see here, the body of this light is very thick too, sort of remind me of the Nitecore TM03

 

There goes the tailcap, and surprise that there is no gold plated spring.

 

I have put 2x Liltokala 26650 in it, but you can put any 26650 you like, or even 2x 18650 too.

 

With some luck, I got a nice shot of the board inside, and the nice thick spring in the center. 

 

here is the Haikelite HT35 zoom'd out.

 

Haikelite HT35 zoom'd in.

 

You can unscrew the head off like this and the lens is actually sealed with the body, by a nicely lubed o-ring under the lens.

 

I really love the heavy lens!

 

You can see the seals in the head now, and yes it is air and water proof inside, unlike the crappy zoomies from ebay and "cree" brand crap.

 

Here you can see the Haikelite HT35 and the Haikelite MT03 together side by side. Gearbest's picture shows the HT35 a bit shorter, or even looking like a normal tactical light size. Here let me tell ya, it's big and long, it's definitely not an EDC light fory ou to carry around, but it is useful if you go on a trip that needs a thrower to spot things from far away. The Haikelite MT03 is a flood king, while this HT35 is a throw king, both insanely powerful with a low price tag. I strongly recommend you to try it out when the coupon and discount codes are still working!

Buy HaikeLite HT35 Neutral white -http://tidd.ly/b0cfc6db

Buy HaikeLite HT35 cool white - http://tidd.ly/7b93157e
code for 25% off - haikelite

Coupon: GB17LED ( 12% off discount from the full price when not at sales for led lights and flashlights http://tidd.ly/25feb1d4 )

My YouTube review of the HaikeLite HT35 here:

JETBeam JET 1 MK - EDC Flashlight with 450 Lumens!

 

The JETBeam Jet 1 MK is a nice little AA powered flashlight, with max runtime of 100 hour, which is actually very decent for a AA battery flashlight. Using 14500 gives you the claimed 450 lumens, but using one AA NiMH will get you asomewhat around 150 lumens, which is still brighter than the Thrunite Ti3 or similar AA or AAA keychain lights that runs on 1.5v battery. The light comes with pocket clip, tripod mount hole - which is for the self defense attaschment. Not sure how well it will do for self defense, but breaking glass windows should be okay with the "cone" attachments as linked below..!

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The JETBeam Jet 1 MK also offers you a tripod hole, which I see no point of having for this kind of light, BUT, who knows? Maybe you can buy a attacking attachment like this one below:

https://www.amazon.com/JETBeam-Broken...

Not sure how much more of these are online, but they seems to be out of stock almost everywhere!

 

Lovely manual, big font for my old man eyes!

 

Size of the JETBeam JET 1 MK is very good, just like my index finger, but a bit chubbier...!

 

Use eneloop pro AA for best result, but it also accepts normal AA cells and even the lithium cells. Well lubed threads, just like all JETBeam lights.

 

There is a spring at the back-end of the tube, but not on the head. I doubt the "attachment" that you can put on the light is for smashing on "people", but rather just for tapping onto class.

 

Pocket clip is sturdy, and the tripod mount actually can be mounted to an attachment and make this your camera light for adventure's filmming..!

 

Smooth reflector, giving you a throwy beam for a single AA light?

 

Twisty setup, 3 modes, powerful and compact size. Simply said, it's a great EDC if you like more runtime than those AAA powered ones. (AA have more juice!)

 I have tried the light using 14500 after the review is done (scared of burning the led on review making process!) and yes, the 14500 worked better, and still offers you the normal modes, so I would like to use this light with 14500 instead of AA now. More power, more throw, and now I need something to make use of the tripod hole!

Buy JETBeam Jet 1 MK - http://tidd.ly/5196ae1c

CODE :  JMKdeal  ($10.99!!!)

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The truth is, the JETBeam Jet 1 MK is not going to give you the 450 lumens with a single AA Battery, but rather with the 14500 3.7v li-ion battery instead. However, it's still a nice EDC Flashlight, and with a single AA cell, pumping out 150 lumens at max, is pretty impressive, given how the AAA can only give about 120-130 lumens with the keychain lights like Thrunite Ti3, Olight EOS etc....

The JETBeam Jet 1 MK also offers you a tripod hole, which I see no point of having for this kind of light, BUT, who knows? Maybe you can buy a attacking attachment like this one below:

https://www.amazon.com/JETBeam-Broken...

Not sure how much more of these are online, but they seems to be out of stock almost everywhere!

 

more beamshots!

Klarus G20 - 3000 lumens in Palm, Must Have!

 

I kept asking myself, which flashlight should I take with me tonight, and which one should be the "to go" flashlight if I have to choose one and only one? The Klarus G20 is my conclusion as of today, it is always in my jacket when I go out, because of a few very good reasons. I have done a lot of reviews on YouTube about this light too, and not forget GearBest also got a discount coupon code that might still work for you if you are in luck!

 Klarus G20 is on sales at HALF PRICE - http://tidd.ly/7012eb13 From $128.89 to $61.99!!!! (Coupon: 3RDGBK20) CRAZY DEAL

 

Nothing is better than a floody beam at night, look at that sexy reflector on the Klarus G20, it's really floody and freindly for walking at night, or even walking in the woods. It's not "too floody" with no throw, which is also why I liked it so much. You can still light up things across the street and spot people far away, which makes it very useful.

 

  The only complain I have is the button ont he side, which is too easy to depress by accident. I wish they make it harder to press, or use the flat / flush design like the Thrunite, which can avoid a lot of accidental power-on issue.  But again, no light is perfect as of today.

 

The Klarus G20 is very much a full package, it comes with a 5000mah 26650 battery, and also rechargaeble by the USB port, which is covered by a rubber cover. The light is water-proof and such, which you do not have to worry abouton the rainy days or even dropping it into the river by accident. 

Why is this light so beloved here?  Because it is a full package on its own, you don't need extra charger, you don't need extra batteries, and this light will last for days before needing a recharge if you use it wisely. 

 

There is also a switch on the tailcap side which is extra handly for tactical user, or giving you an extra option of instant-moonlight mode by using this switch. The switch is also not protruding too much, so it will not affect the tailstand ability of the light too. Schweet!

 

YES! 5000mah battery, 26650 cell by Klarus!  That means, long runtime, which is essential for a real survival light or a bug-out light. You don't want a light that only last for 1-3 hours!

 

Double springs from top and bottm to prevent your battery from being crushed, and also protecting the boards from damages, shock-proof design, and of course, sealed by o-rings to eliminate any dirty stuff or water / moist-air from going into the tube! 

Enough side, youtube video time!

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Torture testing in snow!

Convoy L6 Proved Itself is OKAY For Defense Use

The Convoy L6, 3800 lumens flashlight, has proven itself in my collection list. After smashing up soup cans and doing some abuse with it, I would say that this light is definitely built strong enough for clubbing and fighting. IF you want a strong,, powerful, bright AND tough flashlight for home defense, I strongly recommend this. The light uses 26650 batteries, and it si best to buy button tops and protected 26650 cells. The ones I got isn't the best, but they worked to provide me the power I need. I hope my new ones will arrive soon!

Get your Convoy L6, 3800 Lumens - $53.88 (Discounted!) Get it here: http://goo.gl/9Xe4DA
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See my torture test here, and now I just need a new pair of 26650 (proper ones) to do drop test and we are going to see how this light does when dropped 60x!

Most Powerful Flashlight Under $100, Convoy L6

You cannot believe it, the most powerful flashlight ever in the sub $100 range - Convoy L6, bringing you a 3800 lumen beam of craziness! This thing is unreal!  The only complain I have is the battery compatibility because it uses 26650 and I have none of those around. The work-around is to use 18650, but you might need a plastic holder to help you fill up the space. The Convoy L6 is indeed one of the most powerful flashlight in my collection, really one of those "great bang for the bucks" kind of flashlight. It's one of a kind, you need to get one to try it out yourself. I think I might end up loving this light.

The first day I got this Convoy L6, I was not too impressed by the orange peel reflector and thought, why they put such a reflector on this light? I would like a smooth reflector for more throw power for this kind of light, why flood? Here is my day1 review of the Convoy L6, it's pretty powerful though, not saying that it's not legit. The 3800 lumens should be legit as claimed.

Let's bring the new baby Convoy L6 outside and try it out....

The Convoy L6 is a beast for sure, but it is nowhere near the craziness of the Nitecore TM26 and TM16GT, which made me think again, is this really that powerful as claimed? I decided to put this to another test..!

One thing why I love this light so much now is because of the flood while keeping some serious throw power. The design of this light is definitely a security light design, for those security who needs to check around the place at night and prepare for any attacks coming up which they can then use the light to smack people and such. The threads should be strong enough and the body is definitely hard enough for the job. Not forget that it comes with some nice "teeth" on the bezel, which is great for this purpose too.  Having a too focused beam will lead to a problem - you cannot see the surrounding when you are checking out a park or a parking lot. Therefore, this kind of beam profile is actually quite nice. I think next thing I would need to do is find out how to "carry" the light around, maybe a hook or loop ont he hip, and that might work.

As of today, I think this is definitely a best choice for home defense or security purpose light. When you don't need a compact size light but you just want a good balance of throw and flood together, while still having the nice long body tube for a clubbing action if necessary, this thing will do the job for you!

I cannot say more good things about the Convoy L6, it's crazy powerful for just $50!

Get your Convoy L6 here! http://goo.gl/9Xe4DA

Don't forget to pick up your batteries and charger!  It doesn't come with any!