I’ll admit to being a gadget dude : to some degree, what IT person isn’t ?

Having long used flashlights, from the youth days into Boy Scouts into future careers, and up till this day, I still like them. Flashlights are just, umm, cool. The Insight Technology Extreme Hx 120 flashlight can join the few that are worthy “carry-able” lights, in my daily life.

I’ve carried a SureFire L4 LumaMax LED for the last several years about 99% of the days, just in a slacks or jeans pocket. This new light is smaller, brighter, uses half the batteries, has more functionality, and costs significantly less.

I’ll admit to being biased, but since humans are so good at breaking things, I really prefer only LED lights for daily use, or potentially “life-saving” use. I also have gotten to the point that until another brand proves itself to me under feral, nasty conditions I’ll only trust those two companies mentioned so far. Yes, I’ve broken a lot of others in harsh use, and tons of bulbs before the LED’s became available.

If you are not familiar with the lithium batteries, they are good for years of inactive use, and work well in heat or cold compared to standard batteries. The hold more power, and are lighter, though more expensive than traditional batteries. Were I using the light each day, I’d probably opt for a rechargeable from one of these two companies, but they are generally larger and slightly more expensive (including a charger also, or course).

Since I rarely actually need to use mine anymore, I’ll stick with these. I would sure love to see the trend move away from “scallops” on the front and / or tail of these lights before. This is NOT the Kel light of Smokey and the Bandit eras, and all those do are wear holes in pockets, since lights this this small are typically carried in an inner pocket, yes?

The clip is (luckily) removable, and it also included a separate clip / lanyard version that you can install, as desired. For woods carry, I’d use the “dummy cord” approach, but for my daily life, slick-sided seems best.

While I don’t have one of my own yet, I have tested one out and can recommend the Insight Technology Extreme Hx 120.

Further info from the manufacturer :

HX120™ Proxima Covert Size – The World’s Finest Tactical Flashlight with Smart-Power Technology™ was designed with your protection and safety in mind. Programmability, fit and multiple functions were engineered into this high-powered handheld, bringing you all the illumination you’ll ever need to Dominate the Darkness.™

Easy programmable tailcap switch

Strobe available at your fingertips

Dura-Last™ LED projects 120 blinding lumens out to 300 feet

Built from rugged Aerospace Anodized Aluminum

Smart-Power Technology™ delivers extended run time – up to 100 hrs. at low setting.

Waterproof to 15 ft.

Free adjustable lanyard included
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