Independent Firearms & Outdoor Gear Reviews Since 2007
For everyday carry, the best flashlight is not always the biggest or brightest one you own. It is the one you actually carry. Kind of like firearms, when you think about it. That is why the Fenix E06R caught my attention. Fenix sent me the Turquoise version of the E06R for this review, and it … Read more
If you want a durable rechargeable flashlight for your truck, car, emergency kit, or general outdoor use, the COAST XP20R is worth a serious look. This is a 4,000-lumen rechargeable flashlight with USB-C charging, power bank output, a wide flood beam, a focused spot beam, and the option to run on AAA batteries if recharging … Read more
This COAST EAL40R Rechargeable+ Lantern review covers a compact emergency lantern with far more output and flexibility than the older COAST Emergency Area Light I reviewed over ten years ago. The original version topped out at 375 lumens. This updated EAL40R reaches 2,500 lumens, runs on a rechargeable battery pack or six AA batteries, offers … Read more
The COAST Slayer is a rechargeable EDC flashlight built around a simple idea: give you flood, spot, and a shortcut to your favorite setting without turning the user interface into a memory test. It is small enough for pocket or bag carry, bright enough for real outdoor use, and durable enough for emergency kits, camping … Read more
The Olight Arkfeld Pro was recently introduced as a first-of-its-kind, rechargeable EDC flashlight. Now, when I think of EDC, it’s usually a compact pistol or a pocket knife. But this is just as much a tool for your daily kit. It combines three essential lighting functions into a single unit that’s both compact and versatile. … Read more