My hubby is in Iraq and he needs me to send him a small but powerful and very durable flashlight. We had one before but we lost it and I don't live near a base right now so I was wondering if anyone out there had any suggestions of a good one I could buy online or something. Everything I've seen at stores so far looks crappy. I don't know if theres a certain brand regularly bought for military that we know will hold up well.
Thanks for any suggestions!
2007-11-29 08:21:48 · 11 answers · asked by Nats 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Maglite as some have already suggested and you might want to see if you can also get a model that also includes different color lenses. Often times red light or green light is used instead of the bright white light in tents or sleeping quarters because it is not so bright and does not disturb others. During low light operations where NVGs are used only red and green light can be used and also in medical situations green light is better since it allows you to more easily detect and treat wounds. So if you can get a medium sized one that has multicolored lenses that would be excellent.
2007-11-29 09:37:46 · answer #1 · answered by samuraiwarrior_98 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
"Sure Fire" flashlights are the best. They are small, very very powerful, and amazingly durable. They are tactical lights and made for military, police, and personal protection. I used one when I was in Iraq. Oh, and they won't break the bank either, I think mine was about $60. Make sure to send lithium batteries with it in case the ones it comes with runs out. Good luck!
2007-11-29 08:33:38 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
You want to get a surefire flashlight. they are small but very powerful. I had one in Iraq and it worked great. Very well built and won't break!
2007-11-29 08:24:40 · answer #3 · answered by burtvt2002 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Surefire, they make great lights a bit on the expensive side but a great buy none the less. Espicially since if his rifle has a rail system he can mount it to his weapon.
2007-11-29 08:28:00 · answer #4 · answered by satcomgrunt 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i personnally like the inova led lights. they clip on your uniform or dog tag chain and a quite bright. its not a full fledged flashlight though..they are at target for about 6 dollars
2007-11-29 16:05:31 · answer #5 · answered by jason 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
surefire is the best and awsome flashlight!!! "Z2 combat light" is the model that needs 2x 3v lithium batteries to work...less than 4" but strong like a thunderstorm!!!
www.surfire.com.
the link: go and search for it.
2007-11-29 08:37:12 · answer #6 · answered by Venanziomix 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Get a Mag Lite.Many online stores sell Mag Lites.
2007-11-29 08:28:21 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Surefire flashlight is a good one.
2007-11-29 08:28:36 · answer #8 · answered by Ryan 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Have to disagree with the other posters...maglight is the choice.
http://www.maglite.com/index_flash.asp
2007-11-29 08:29:34 · answer #9 · answered by Michael M 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
surefire or pelican
2007-11-29 08:25:08 · answer #10 · answered by Leo_PR 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋