Besides a pocketknife, one of the most useful tools that I keep with me virtually all the time is a flashlight. Whether heading to the office or outdoors, a reliable light source can prove to be not only handy but also life saving. Flashlights come in all shapes and sizes and prices and include many products in the tactical category – lights designed for soldiers and police officers. The Brite-Strike BD-198-MH, part of the company’s Tactical Blue Dot line of flashlights, offers a military-grade handheld light that can double as a weapon. While it is certainly an excellent tool for tactical applications, the Brite-Strike flashlight can also meet the needs of the casual and serious outdoors person, whether hiking or backpacking or camping and everything in between.

Specifications

• Lumens: 310
• Runtime: 2.5 hours
• Length: 5”
• Bezel width: 1.1”
• Weight: 2.9 oz. (without batteries)
• Batteries: 2 123A Lithium
• Mil-spec
• Price: $175

Images by Mark Kakkuri