absolutely illuminating, compact, fits in the smallest glove box, on on a utility belt. great buy. i highly recommend this model is you want a great compact flashlight.

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 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 am somewhat of a 'flashlight junkie', so I've used almost every type there is. This is the brightest LED light I've ever seen. I also really like the push-button on/off switch on the end. I am not a fan of flashlights you must twist to turn on/off. The only disadvantage is, it's hard to slip this light into your pocked due to the rubber grip.

I needed a backup light for subway tunnel inspection and ordered this Scorpion. When I met the team one of my partners forgot his light and borrowed my new Scorpion. After 4 hours in the tunnel the Scorpion was still as bright as it was in the beginning of the inspection and was brighter than most other flashlights being used. It is great because of its brightness, compact size, and long life. I am buying more Scorpions based on this experience.