I actually watched your vids the other day!! That's where I got the interest in the streamlights. Guess I could rep ya
Although it looks like you've already decided, I'll go ahead and give my
My advice, based on your requirements and my own experience, would be a Streamlight PT2L.
I've been carrying this as my non-work EDC for several weeks now and I like everything about it.
First, the light is BRIGHT. 180 lumens is adequate for self-defense situations, and for searching at close to intermediate distances.
Second, I really like how the modes work, especially if this would ever be used as a blinding/impact tool. All the 'switching' is done with your thumb on the button.
One 'hit', either momentary or constant, is your full-power light-- this is perfect as your first line, and what you'd use most often.
Two 'hits', either momentary or constant, is your strobe. I don't find strobe particularly useful for defense scenarios, but I still like that you can access it one-handed with just your thumb. I think strobe can come in handy during times when you WANT to be visible, like when you're stuck on the side of a busy highway, or when people are trying to locate you.
Three 'hits', either momentary or constant, and you've got a very useful lower-level task light, perfect for getting back behind the TV or under furniture.
Another feature I like is that the front and rear have subdued strike bezels. Mostly they offer a heat-escape if the light were to be left on while on its face, but they could also double as a sharp(er) strike surface. They are subdued enough that I'm thinking the TSA might pass 'em, but I haven't tested that theory.
The overall size of the light was ideal for me. It was large enough to use as an impact weapon, but small enough to fit in my pocket like a folding knife.
I liked the value price of $50.
It also has a very strong pocket clip, which is a big requirement with me.
I think you'll be very happy with your purchase. I look forward to hearing your impressions once you get some time with it.
Although it looks like you've already decided, I'll go ahead and give my
My advice, based on your requirements and my own experience, would be a Streamlight PT2L.
I've been carrying this as my non-work EDC for several weeks now and I like everything about it.
First, the light is BRIGHT. 180 lumens is adequate for self-defense situations, and for searching at close to intermediate distances.
Second, I really like how the modes work, especially if this would ever be used as a blinding/impact tool. All the 'switching' is done with your thumb on the button.
One 'hit', either momentary or constant, is your full-power light-- this is perfect as your first line, and what you'd use most often.
Two 'hits', either momentary or constant, is your strobe. I don't find strobe particularly useful for defense scenarios, but I still like that you can access it one-handed with just your thumb. I think strobe can come in handy during times when you WANT to be visible, like when you're stuck on the side of a busy highway, or when people are trying to locate you.
Three 'hits', either momentary or constant, and you've got a very useful lower-level task light, perfect for getting back behind the TV or under furniture.
Another feature I like is that the front and rear have subdued strike bezels. Mostly they offer a heat-escape if the light were to be left on while on its face, but they could also double as a sharp(er) strike surface. They are subdued enough that I'm thinking the TSA might pass 'em, but I haven't tested that theory.
The overall size of the light was ideal for me. It was large enough to use as an impact weapon, but small enough to fit in my pocket like a folding knife.
I liked the value price of $50.
It also has a very strong pocket clip, which is a big requirement with me.
I think you'll be very happy with your purchase. I look forward to hearing your impressions once you get some time with it.
