Selecting a duty or everyday carry flashlight used to be simple. Most cops carried the same 5- or 7-cell flashlight, which looked like—and could be used as—a ready substitute for a baton, usually in a loop hanging from their duty belt.
Today, a flashlight that fits in the palm of your hand can offer many times the output and a longer run time than that old standby. However, buying a flashlight isn’t as simple as choosing the one with the maximum lumens (light output).
Buyers now have a choice of tactical lights, flashlight upgrade systems, non-lethal flashlight defense systems, and digital video flashlight systems. In addition to flashlight varieties, there are dozens of other specifications to consider to ensure that you are making the right choice when equipping officers with lighting tools.
This Police1 guide addresses the key considerations in acquiring flashlights.
Included in this guide:
- Key considerations before purchasing flashlights, ensuring you understand your department’s specific needs and the capabilities of different models.
- Essential questions to ask vendors, enabling you to gather all necessary information for informed purchasing decisions.
- A directory of flashlight companies, providing a comprehensive list of reputable suppliers.
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