Streamlight 14008 Sidewinder HP Flashlight with Alkaline Batteries and White/Green/Blue/IR LEDs, Coyote - 55 Lumens

This implementation is great. It is designed for a low-light use. The controls are easy to use, seem durable, and responsive. Fits Molle webbing securely. Recommend this or the compact version for approximately the same price. Cannot yet speak to the battery life at this point.

Item itself did not work on red sent it back for refund five star for instant. Action on refund

Awesome product!

Nice light. Handy and easy to use. light could be brighter but is solid and seem like it will last for a long time.

I just received this flashlight so this is a first impression.The main LED is bright enough for most flashlight uses at 50 Lumens maximum output but I would not consider it a tactical flashlight personally as it does not have the requisite output and is not designed for weapons attachment. It is well engineered for general field use by the military, the intended primary market.I wanted it for astronomy use and it seems to be quite suitable for that. The red LED is bright enough for chart reading at minimum output without affecting night vision much and for safe walking around at the higher output levels. For night vision preservation it is great that it always turns on at the lowest level of output which then ramps up by continued pressure on the ON switch. I am not sure I will have any use for the IR and Blue LEDs.I like the permanent attachment of the battery cover so it cannot be dropped or lost. Also though the light is mostly plastic construction it gives the impression of being a rugged light that should stand up to rough handling. Listed battery life is also good as all flashlights have to be a compromize between brightness and battery life.