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Are you certain its carried by law enforcement? Or is that just selling jargon? The reason I ask is that most “duty” lights I have seen take CR123 batteries as they are safe. The only real law enforcement light that I know of is the Malkoff. The others just claim to be military lights and police lights, etc because they want to sell more light to civilians.
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A writer tried to pitch his book to a producer, who repeatedly asked him to shorten the pitch. So finally the writer said: it’s about a man who loves a woman, but the woman loves another man. And the producer said I already know that one. This whole video can be compressed by 20 minutes into the statement that the light was not meant for the general public. And I agree, so just don’t buy it.
A big light with 500 lumen and a clearly visible egg-yoke spill. On top of that with the ultimate proprietary battery I’ve ever seen. Thanks but no thanks.
It all depends on what the department issues and what the officer decides what they want. I know streamlight is popular issue lights around here for both the sheriff and us firefighters. Mainly just because they give the departments really good discounts for bulk buying.
When it comes down to what everybody has in their pocket that is a gambit of different makes and models. I still see mostly streamlights with law enforcement. I’m guessing because it’s what they are issued and they know the brand so when they go shoppin it’s what they stick with and again they give us good discounts over what normal people are priced. I know personally with my firefighter ID I often get up to a 25% discount of some things. I’ll have to see if my dad gets anything extra with his LEO ID.
Of course you realy want to narrow it down look at police supply places and see what they are selling.
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I was first shown this light by a Police Officer outside McDonals in my State of Victoria, Australia. I asked him what torch he uses and he went into his car and pulled this out. Then I went and did my research and contacted the company. I sat with them and they told me and showed me everything I have mentioned in the review. Several Officers have also commented on my video saying they enjoy this light. Yes, it is really used by police
It is not made for the public. So why complain if you are a Civilian and not a service member?
So why show it to Civilians when it is not meant to be bought/used by them?
Because for torch enthusiasts it is an interesting light. Sorry, this video was not meant for people looking for a problem with everything. I will not be responding to you after this reply. It is a genuine waste of my time. Best Wishes
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I don’t think you understand. The police and fire department’s equipment goes under significant testing and scrutiny. Somethimes the testing lasts for years. A police officer cannot pick a convoy or an astrolux even if they genuinely preferred it. The uniformed members have to use what was selected by the department.
I really don’t think the light in the video was issued by any real police department.
I think whoever told you it was had some ulterior motive.
I appreciate your review. A good report on an interesting flashlight. Not one I would want, but isn’t the review a good way to figure that out?
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There are many members of BLF who are also active & retired law enforcement & military personnel from around the world.
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Not entirely true, while most departments do require LEOs to carry their “issued” flashlight, they can also carry their own preferred model as a backup or for particular tasks.
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Sure in that case the personal light can be anything as its not intended as a duty light.