[chrisser]

I started googling around after reading the thread raybr referenced.

I found the same thing SJSAMPLE noted - most of the “features” seem like they would be dangerous in any sort of crisis.

I’ve bought a few cheapo LED lights, and every one of them died after I dropped them.

I’d like to find a small (preferably pocket sized) durable light that is simple to operate, reliable under normal use, bright enough to be useful per the referenced thread, and cheap enough that I could get a few and not take a big financial hit if one gets lost.

Anything like that out there? Most lights I’ve found don’t list lumens, and have questionably useful features.

Made in USA would be a bonus.

[cuban leaf]

This right here:

http://www.survivalistboards.com/showthread.php?t=218055

I’ve had the same problem you’ve had regarding listing light output and durability. But these lights will blow you away, especially at the price. It is stupid cheap and I’ve dropped them on concrete with maybe a slight scratch.

[raybbr]

The
Streamlight Stylus series has a small light that uses two AA batteries and goes for about $20 each. They put out about 48 lumens.

Now that you mentioned it, I can't remember where I put this one...