I have evaluated lots of different flashlights including Maglite, Surefire, LEDs, etc. Flashlight technology has advanced from bright Krypton bulbs to brighter Halogen bulbs to super bright Xenon bulbs. The LEDs (light emitting diodes) are energy saving but produce a bluish white cast rather than an incandescent white. The Scorpion flashlight is the best buy among the bunch. It is reasonably priced. The replacement Xenon bulb is not expensive whereas the Surefire replacement bulb is an expensive entire reflector unit. The Scorpion comes with a spare Xenon bulb located underneath its reflector head. These tactical flashights use two 3 volt Lithium batteries. The batteries (type 123) are somewhat costly and last only about an hour continuously on. The good thing about Lithium batteries is that they have a long shelf life. The old Maglites were large and heavy enough to bludgeon an assailant with. The newer tactical flashlights such as the Scorpions are small, lightweight, dependable, super bright and pocket size.

Shop around for the best price. It can be purchased for as low as about $30 Streamlight Scorpion 2-Lithium Xenon Flashlight, Black #85001

For those of you who need spare bulbs: Streamlight Scorpion Bulb 1Pk - Flashlights and Batteries - Mfr#85914

Or a convenient Scorpion flashlight belt holster : Nylon Belt Holster, Scorpion, Strion

I have evaluated lots of different flashlights including Maglite, Surefire, LEDs, etc. Flashlight technology has advanced from bright Krypton bulbs to brighter Halogen bulbs to super bright Xenon bulbs. The LEDs (light emitting diodes) are energy saving but produce a bluish white cast rather than an incandescent white. The Scorpion flashlight is the best buy among the bunch. It is reasonably priced. The replacement Xenon bulb is not expensive whereas the Surefire replacement bulb is an expensive entire reflector unit. The Scorpion comes with a spare Xenon bulb located underneath its reflector head. These tactical flashights use two 3 volt Lithium batteries. The batteries (type 123) are somewhat costly and last only about an hour continuously on. The good thing about Lithium batteries is that they have a long shelf life. The old Maglites were large and heavy enough to bludgeon an assailant with. The newer tactical flashlights such as the Scorpions are small, lightweight, dependable, super bright and pocket size. Shop around for the best price. It can be purchased for as low as about $30 new. Streamlight Scorpion 2-Lithium Xenon Flashlight, Black #85001. For those of you who need spare bulbs Streamlight Scorpion Bulb 1Pk - Flashlights and Batteries - Mfr#85914 , batteries 2 Pack of M3 Technology 123 Lithium Photo Batteries or a convenient belt holster Streamlight Black Nylon Holster (TL-2) 85905.

I have evaluated lots of different flashlights including Maglite, Surefire, LEDs, etc. Flashlight technology has advanced from bright Krypton bulbs to brighter Halogen bulbs to super bright Xenon bulbs. The LEDs (light emitting diodes) are energy saving but produce a bluish white cast rather than an incandescent white. The Scorpion flashlight is the best buy among the bunch. It is reasonably priced. The replacement Xenon bulb is not expensive whereas the Surefire replacement bulb is an expensive entire reflector unit. The Scorpion comes with a spare Xenon bulb located underneath its reflector head. These tactical flashights use two 3 volt Lithium batteries. The batteries (type 123) are somewhat costly and last only about an hour continuously on. The good thing about Lithium batteries is that they have a long shelf life. The old Maglites were large and heavy enough to bludgeon an assailant with. The newer tactical flashlights such as the Scorpions are small, lightweight, dependable, super bright and pocket size. For those of you who need spare bulbs, batteries or a convenient belt holster, these are available as well.Streamlight Scorpion Bulb 1Pk - Flashlights and Batteries - Mfr#85914Duracell 123 Camera Battery, 3 Volt (2 Batteries)Streamlight 85905 Nylon Belt Holster, Scorpion, Strion

The Scorpion flashlight is ultra bright. It's like having a spotlight in your back pocket.

We use flashlights behind the bar to get peoples attention or for emergency situations and by far this has been the best light I have used. I now carry one in my car, house and on me. The batteries can be expensive, but you can find a bulk buy online for a reasonable price.