Don’t know anything about this particular light but the *IPX8 *reference is familiar. It tells you the water resistance for the flashlight. In this case, it can be immersed to at least 1 meter without harm Looks like it was designed for use in a wet location.
“The equipment is suitable for continuous immersion in water under conditions which shall be specified by the manufacturer. However, with certain types of equipment, it can mean that water can enter but only in such a manner that it produces no harmful effects. The test depth and duration is expected to be greater than the requirements for IPx7, and other environmental effects may be added, such as temperature cycling before immersion.”
I bought a 3AAA/rechargeable cartridge Polysteel at the local Sam’s Club on sale a couple weeks ago. I don’t remember the model number on the package, but maybe it was the 250.
I’ll try to remember to check when I get home this evening.
BTW, the tint on this 3AAA sample is a bit more bluish than my 4AA model, which is pretty neutral.
Thanks! If it’s bluish, it doesn’t sound like it’s really using a Cree.
EDIT: I just looked it up again on Walmart’s site and now it’s shown as being no longer available. I guess it was either really popular and sold out, or they just ran out anyway and they’re no longer going to stock them, which seems more likely since Coast no longer lists it on their own site.
I would STAY AWAY from Coast brand unless you want zooming feature clone. I saw the 1400 lumen at Home Depot around holiday time for $24.00. Passed on it because I do not like zoomies due to light shadow rings when light beam is zoomed in.
I think what I like most is a light that has a wide flood beam or a light that simply has a hot spot center with a good amount of spill. Do you think the Polysteel is good if left in a flood setting?
You are better off getting a good quality spot/flood beam flashlight once light is turned on. Full light with good throw and spill WITHOUT those annoying light shadow rings when zoomed.
Correct. You are better off spending more and getting better quality. I started out with ” CHEAPO ” dollar lights, moved on to Atomic Beam, Tactlight, etc…. until I learned about high powered quality lights.
BTW, I do bother with store bought lights unless on sale, 1000 lumens minimum, etc….
Well, I was considering the idea of staying with budget stuff because I’ve been reading about so many people on Candlepowerforums having so many problems with their more expensive lights, regardless of brand or price. I’ve also had plenty of luck with store-bought lights no matter how low the price. Of course, they’re not all that high of quality, but some of them have surprised me.
You got good batches man. Most zoom lights have that disability. I have owned all types of zoomies and most if not all suffer from ” annoying shadow rings “.