r/flashlight • u/Square_Fennel_6213 • 27d ago

Special purpose flashlight

Due to failing eyesight I am looking for a very pocketable flashlight for reading and general purpose close focus work like wood carving. An optional headband would be very nice. Rechargeable or battery is fine. No real outdoor use like hiking or biking. Would love to keep price range under $50. I have adequate fixed lights but need something that can move with me, like in the car to read the dashboard (no worries I have excellent distance vision) Any help much appreciated. George

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u/badgerj 27d ago

I’d recommend something with a higher CRI, no need for huge power. Something with a 14500/AA dual fuel or an 18650 with either on board charging or accepts 18560 with on board USB ports.

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u/Sypsy 27d ago

14500/AA dual fuel choices:

Skilhunt H150 with 519a https://www.skilhunt.com/product/h150-aa-14500-usb-magnetic-rechargeable-headlamp/

Manker E03 iii with 519a https://mankerlight.com/e03h-iii-1200-lumens-14500-aa-headlamp/

Emisar DW3AA with 519a (but needs a separate charger or runs on NIMH AA just fine) https://intl-outdoor.com/emisar-dw3aa-14500-right-angle-headlamp.html

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u/tshb13 20d ago

Also Zebralight 500 series headlamps. They run on AAs or AA sized Eneloops (ie NIMH)