SureFire EDCL2-T Handhelds/Everyday Carry Light, Black, 1,200 Lumen, Pack of 1

I've had different models of Surefire lights for different purposes over the years.My department at the time issued the now discontinued 6PX Defender (320 Lumen model), I later got the G2X Pro (320 Lumen model with 15 Lumen low) which became my EDC light for the next 5yrs. Eventually I got the G2X Pro (600 lumen model with 15 lumen low), while it's a superb light, I didn't much care for the size or carry methods anymore.Enter, the EDCL2-T which has been in my pocket or my NutSac bag for the last 2yrs.The size still drives me bonkers some days, but the value is worth the slight annoyance.I get ridiculously bright lights because I actually use them in high mode most of the time, and the low output is used for close in tasks.I run my EDCL2-T on Surefire approved rechargeable cells so I still get the advertised runtime, and overall output. That brings up my only major gripe, which is the 1hr full power run time. I suppose to some this may be a long time, but I do use my lights EVERY SINGLE NIGHT and often for extended periods. This means I'm sticking batteries into the charger a LOT, but I'm still not giving up the light.The gas pedal switch is a love it or hate it situation.I personally LOVE it, and wish all my lights had this setup; that said I am VERY proficient at doing the rapid tap to switch modes as I have used Surefire for more than 8yrs now.The clip admittedly feels somewhat flimsy, but in actual use it has proved to be incredibly durable.I had to crimp it down a couple times after catching it on a seat belt or vehicle seat cover.It doesn't feel like it's going to snap off anytime soon, but I did contact Surefire and order a couple extras. I was prepared to pay whatever they wanted, but they sent them over free of charge.While it can be used as a head lamp type function on a ball cap, keep in mind that the weight is quite significant at the end of your hat.Personally I find it works better to clip on my shoulder straps of work cloths.The pros say "buy once, cry once" the problem is I keep buying the high end stuff!None of my Surefire lights is anywhere close to failing, they've just been re-purposed; glove box of my wife's car, one in my dash console of the work 18 wheeler, another next to the door at home for walking the dog, etc...Whether I'm working or wearing a suit, the EDCL2-T is what I slip into my pocket leaving the house.

A banger just like everything else Surefire makes. Top notch quality! Haven't used it long enough to comment ok battery life just yet. Is it bright? You bet ya! Does it easily fit in a jean pocket? Also yes. The lanyard makes a great little quick deploy handle when stowed in your pocket.

worth every penny long battery life, extremely high lumen output

A sturdy no-frills flashlight that just works. Ideal for tactical low light situations. During a stressful moment you don’t want to be fumbling through different modes. Push a button…. Light turns on, let go and light turns off. Only two powers low and blinding high. That’s it. If u want continuous light screw in the rear cap for low, continue screwing until high. Simple.

The only lights I buy are Surefire. They are tougher than an old Nokia. I wasn’t sure how I would feel about the twist for constant on feature but it turns out to work really well. The light itself is a little long for putting in a jacket pocket or pant pocket. All things I am more than able to deal with considering the amount of light that comes out of this thing. I wanted something that could push out across a large car dealership, with a low setting for small tasks and also to push an aggressors vision past the photonic barrier. All jobs it does exceedingly well. Like all Surefire products, it’s a bit spendy but it is worth every penny. Buy a block or two of batteries while you’re here because like all high performance machines, she’s thirsty and needs premium fuel but it will never let you down.

Worked as described!

I had expected this to be simply "push the button = on" but the flashlight essentially has two modes. If you gently press the button, you get a nice 5 lumen output. If you press harder, then you get the full lumen burst. That said, if you want either of those modes to STAY on, you have to twist the rear cap. I initially had expected that rear cap to work itself loose in my day to day EDC with a worst case scenario of it twisting itself into a permanent full blast on mode, draining the battery to nothing. But that hasn't happened and doesn't appear to be a relevant fear not that I've put this light through the daily wringer. So it took me a few days to get used to, but now I can definitely recommend. And I should note that the dual battery length fits comfortably in all of my pants pockets so far. I was also somewhat afraid that it would be too long but that has not proven to be the case. Well made, as Surefire products typically are!