suggestion for a keychain flashlight?

[hillbillydruggist]

I am looking for a new one, regular batteries are good, so is only an on/off function. for under $50.

thanks

 

[hillbillydruggist]

I am looking for a new one, regular batteries are good, so is only an on/off function. for under $50.

thanks

AA or AAA are good

 

[Mark W]

I would check out the offerings by Streamlight and Nebo. No keychain lights, but I have product from both companies that I am happy with for the price.

https://www.streamlight.com/products/product-series/key-chain-light

https://www.nebotools.com/c/Lights/16/Keychain-Lights/128

 

[fx77]

This one will work just fine
https://www.fenix-store.com/fenix-e05-led-flashlight-2014-edt/

 

[jwink]

I have one that impresses the heck out of me. NEBO, mycro, is what the box says, 400 lumen instant, also high, medium and low settings, has red and green lights also, size is 1-1/2 long, 1-1/8 wide, 5/8 high. Is rechargeable with standard serial port, comes with charge cord and key chain. I picked mine up at the local welding supply, they were asking $20 for it. Best I've seen for a keychain light, very surprising on 400 instant but doesn't last long at that setting, I use low when walking the dog at night and lasts for a good while. recharges quickly, www.nebotools.com is the website on the box. I just went to their website, says out of stock, if you are interested, I can see if the local welding supply has any left and grab you one there, PM if you want me to look into it.

 

[Mark W]

Not a keychain light, but I want one of these ones https://www.nebotools.com/p/REDLINE-6K/700 . I played with one inn a gunshop in SC a few months ago and it's scary bright.

 

[Dusty Stevens]

 

[Knotwild]

I use, enjoy, and find reliable the ones below. I have spares for each type because I couldn't stand to be without one.

The first one is the smallest and almost needs to be on a key chain to keep from losing it. It is rechargeable by USB cable and is 5 lumens on low and 150 on high. Got it on sale for $5 by signing up for emails and came with a free USB cable of great quality. https://olightworld.com/led-flashlights/all-flashlights/olight-i1r-2-eos-black

Second is 1AAA battery, not rechargeable, but also key chain small in size, one speed, 90 lumens, but for some reason if you get the silver one it is 120 lumens. https://olightworld.com/led-flashlights/all-flashlights/olight-i3e-eos-black

The one I use the most for some reason is 1AAA battery, 180 lumens. It has a clip like the Streamlight so you can clip it on your hat, which is nice. https://olightworld.com/led-flashlights/all-flashlights/olight-i3t-eos-desert-tan

I tried other quality brands like Pelican, but it didn't work long; and Streamlight, many Streamlights actually, all Microstreams, but had to quit with then because the bulbs burned out rather quickly, but Streamlight does have a top of the line warranty - I got 3 new lights from them, but I chose reliability over a good warranty and the Olights have been great.

 

[Forum Boss]

Too big (probably) for a keychain, but a great deal (but up to $13.99 now):

Link: https://amzn.to/2TrQlVS

 

[snowpro440]

Whats wrong with the minie mag light ? AAA battery an good to go ...!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009TC5XTI/?tag=accuratescom-20

 

[sqrlgtr]

I usally carry 2 of these

 

[Concha]

I am a big Fenix Guy but this at the suggestion of the guys above looks pretty good.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GX6P88N/?tag=accuratescom-20

 

[Willow]

You can't go past Nitecore - they have several keychain models to choose from.

 

[Trevor60]

I am also a fenix fan. cheers

I prefer the e12 over the e05
120lum vs 85 but max output is short lived... the e12 mid level is 50lum vs 25L of the e05 it run time is 4hrs. The E12 is kind of like a 50 lumen light with a turbo mode
the length is the deal breaker for some e12 is 3.5" vs 2.5" of the e05.
both run on AA batteries

i don't think either one can tail stand, i simple put the flashlight in glass or cup and bounce the light off the ceiling.

Trevor

 

[BenPerfected]

This one will work just fine
https://www.fenix-store.com/fenix-e05-led-flashlight-2014-edt/

Looked good & it had high ratings on Amazon so just bought one, it delivers today.
Ben

 

[hillbillydruggist]

Looked good & it had high ratings on Amazon so just bought one, it delivers today.
Ben

Let me know how u like it

 

[BenPerfected]

Let me know how u like it

Nice, I keep it in my truck

 

[Trevor60]

Nice, I keep it in my truck

Evening

If you are leaving it in your truck as a limited or emergency use item you might consider getting a head lamp.

My swear jar overflows when i have to work in the dark on my truck with a light in one hand and a tire iron / wrench in the other.

Trevor