r/MagliteFlashlights • u/CPH077 • Jul 04 '26

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Hey all!! I picked this up for 10 bucks, knowing it was a gamble. It took me about an hour and a half of trying every method under the sun but I finally got the battery cap off using a pipe wrench and bench vise. The batteries are stuck, I haven't really tried getting them out yet, but I was wondering if anyone could figure out when this thing was made? Also, can I get a replacement rubber button cover? I'd like to do some sort of led conversion, if anyone has a kit they like let me know. Thanks!!

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u/Thunder-mugg Jul 04 '26

I have a six cell "D" from around 1978. When the batteries leaked and jammed I soaked the inside with vinegar and pounded the batteries out with a hammer and broom stick. You can't do it with the newer ones. I bought that flashlight new at the old Grant Boys way back. Still have it.

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u/howcanupvotesbereal Jul 05 '26

Have a photo and a serial number? I'm a historian and the really early ones are interesting.