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29.7.2017

I'm writing this review more or less in reply to another negative review I saw. Review had said about the flashlight head not being threaded onto the body.This light deserves the 5 stars. As for Duty lights there are more updated products, more state-of-the-art, less size but more power, better options all around. One thing though that Maglites are really good for is Security work, not only lighting up the night but as a means of self defense. Now of course you should always check your local laws, use proper use-of-force. Maglites are solid built and always handy. A lot of time a Security Guard isn't allowed to carry any other means for self defense other than a Maglite for nighttime use.With that in mind I put in a fair amount of research in my next duty light.If you are looking for a full sized light for on the job work this light shines (no pun intended.) One thing right off the bat is I will point out the battery usage. Once the batteries start to grow weak the flashlight will no longer keep the Full power active past a second or two. It's a good indicator to change the batteries soon. It will still turn on and still shine for a long time on the dimmer settings so do not let that fool you into thinking the light is busted, change the batteries first. My light flicked off from the Full power setting, I turned it back on and it would dim after a second or two. It kept doing this for a week of nightly use. I changed the batteries and now the light works Full power just like from day 1 when I opened it. That's a good example of the battery usage of the light.As far as another review pointing out the flashlight head isn't threaded onto the body like the older incandescent bulb Maglites I'm attaching a picture so you can see for your self. Truth is it is attached in some degree while still being Mag-tough. On the top of the flashlight body they have attached a small metal ring. This ring is thin but it's really strong and it's sank into the body even lower than the threads. I've tried to pry this sucker off and it isn't coming off easy. Not that it can't be removed, I'm sure if you wanted to complain you could use some pliers and eventually get it off but for standard use this ring isn't going anywhere. On top of that they have a heavy duty plastic ring deeply threaded onto the flashlight body. This plastic ring lowers all the way down on top of the metal ring. This plastic ring is your adjuster, when you turn the flashlight head this is what adjust the LED. The reflector is put over this and the cap then screwed onto the top of the flashlight head. All in all it makes a really solidly built body.As tough as it is the only way I can see you having issues with this light is if you leave it for extended times in a car. Cars can reach 350 degrees in the heat, anything cooked for hours in that heat will degrade and not only that but would explode almost any battery.That or if you are hitting something as hard as an ox and even then if by some off chance you crack the lens the body is still solidly built that it isn't going anywhere. If you really fear the cap detaching I would change your grip. Good grip to have with a Maglite is to grip just above the flashlight head, I normally put 3 fingers over the head and my pinky resting on the cap using my middle finger to flip the switch to turn it on.(Pin shown on the pic for size comparison.)
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3.12.2018

I was a little skeptical about buying this one because of the mixed reviews, but I decided “what the heck!”. I hope the photos will be helpful while you read the rest of my review.First impressions: Awesome Maglite! Feels just as heavy duty as the old ones and looks amazing! It’s real bright, a bit brighter than my old 3-D Cell LED Maglite and the button feels up to date and not springy, but I actually like the spring feeling button on the older versions, but the new one is just as nice. This new one is a bit shorter than the old one and the head of the flashlight is a bit different too. Taking it apart was a new bit for me, slightly different design,but keeping the toughness.New features: I like the capability of choosing a lower light setting, but it does take a little playing around to get used to the button switching(it’s like the toy sonic screwdrivers lol). Some questioned the strength in the head because of the plastic gear inside, but it doesn’t seem to be a weak spot much at all. Though when opening the flashlight out of the package, I would suggest taking it apart just in case to make sure the plastic ring is bottomed out so when you put it back together, the head will adjust normally(the gear teeth touch the bottom of the reflector and there’s an edge inside the head that bottoms out with the edge under the plastic gear which limits how far you can twist the head). Oh and you have to unscrew the top cap of the head first then pop the bottom half off and slide it off the flashlight, then when putting it together, you will have to slide the bottom half of the head up the flashlight then slightly pop it in to completely close it together and screw the top cap back on. When the light is on, the head doesn’t adjust the same way that the old one does, but it’s easy and shorter in the twisting. The battery end cap is different, so there’s no swapping parts with the old ones. It’s a new Maglite nearly all together, but it’s great!Overall: It’s a Maglite! I currently have no cons to bring out. The biggest pro in my opinion, is that it’s a bit lighter than the old one and brighter, which is a big thumbs up for me! Great job!! It’s a perfect piece in my Maglite collection!!!
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29.6.2017

Yes this is exactly what I wanted in a flashlight.First let me address some of the complaints I read in previous reviews.1. Radius of light beam. This is not a floodlight, it is a flash light. Do not expect 180 degrees of solid light that is not how it works. Single LED lights do not cast a beam like incandescent. However, the result of light is still beyond satisfying. I can light up a 5 bay TRUCK (dumptruck) shed from 80 feet away, thats a building 70 feet wide we are talking about. Yeah trust me its brighter then the sun.2. Button no longer working. This has a different style button then older Maglites. The button is a single push not a depress spring load button, if you push it to hard it will break eventually,all you need to do is tap it on or off.3. Light Flickering not working properly. I have only had this product for a day, it is solid Maglite anodized aluminum. That being said this product can take a whack and still work. DO NOT expect to be able to repeatedly brick this on concrete or rocks and continue to have it work. Take care of your items even if it can take punishment don't give it any if you doesn't need to. Also this flashlight has 4 function modes each withfour types of settings. One of the settings is "hold button for light" do confuse this for "only working when i hold button" this is a setting of the flashlight itself.The instructions literally warn you not to stare into the light for it can cause possible retina damage, that's how bright this sucker is. Make no mistake about it this is a powerful light. I purchased the 3 - D cell version so it would have that extra weight and power. Even on the lowest power setting it still casts a beam 100's of feet away. The strobe effect is almost sickening which is exactly what i wanted, it is meant to disorientate and confuse and trust me even the user has a hard time looking at the strobe while using the flashlight so imagine what an animal or a thief will experience.Extremely satisfying I expect lots of use and enjoyment from this product. REMEMBER the longer and more effort you put into taking care of something the longer it will last you.
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3.1.2018

Ok, I am happy to give this ML300XL 5 Stars. The light was not all that I expected it to be, but it still rates 5 in my book.I have had Maglites for decades. I recently passed down my 3D incandescent light from when I delivered pizzas in the late 80's to my 11 year-old son. I have an AA MiniMag and a 3D 2nd Gen LED as well. I always appreciate how beefy the lights are.This ML300XL intrigued me, so I put it in my wish list for awhile. Around Christmas for a short period of time I saw that the price dropped to $34, which was interesting because the 2D version of this same light was still at $44. Figuring it was a mistake that would soon be corrected, I bought it.Shipping was super fast with Prime.Packaging was fine. Put brand new Energizers in, and tested it out. Light is very bright, no question about that. Very happy with brightness level on full power. It has 4 different modes to choose from, each mode having a certain set of 3 light settings. I chose General, so I have Full Power/Med Power/Strobe. Works best for me.Build quality is fantastic. Love the new grip pattern. Love Maglites. Made in USA using quality materials.ONLY thing that I was bummed about is that it is a lighter version of previous 3D cells. The material is not the strong and heavy aluminum body that I am used to. To me, this 3D light is the same size as their older 3C lights. I would like to see them get back to a thicker body but with the same technology in it. Many people buy Maglites for the beefy metal body.Fantastic light, and a steal at $34...
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29.11.2018

I do security work, and I have a variety of very good flashlights.The MAGLITE was always a workhorse flashlight in the past, and with the advent of LED flashlights, it seemed to fall by the wayside. They did make replacement LED "bulbs" in the past (they were fantastic!) but Maglight still declined...until this showed up. Now all my co-workers are getting this light!600lm, is just fine. I have some ranging from 200-1,400 and this is just right. Focus is larger than I'd like but not by much. I am just picky.Lasts a good long time, (oodles longer than the old, dimmer incandescent models). More than enough light, easily adjustable to lower setting if needed. (there are other features, such as flashing,but I don't use them and it is a pain to get it into that mode) I use it on almost every post. Good range, bright, solid construction, good grip, high quality you expect from Maglight.All in all an excellent flashlight and you won't regret getting one. So get one, and stop looking for a decent LED flashlight. I only have one better and it is an exotic light, so don't bother. You have too spend twice as much to get something that is only slightly better. Seriously.Darn good light, darn good value. It's what you need.
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6.1.2016

Wow, Maglite blew me away with this one.I work in law enforcement and can say that this flashlight is built to last. The grip portion of the light is cut in a pattern which gives the user a little extra grip.The grip is also more narrow then the maglites of old. It is only slightly larger than the d cell batteries themselves. I got a black one and it is very sharp looking. The lights are also searialized so if you and a coworker have the same light you can tell which one belongs to you.The flashlight is phenomenal as far as operations are concerned. The on off switch is easy to access and feels like it's heavily constructed as well. First push and the highest setting is activated.Multiple pushes accesses medium and low output mode. With no exaggeration, the low output is a bright as some of my other lights. I also believe this light can be programmed to have a strobe mode as well. This is the brightest flashlight I have ever owned. It would work well at home, on the job, on the boat or any other situation you can find yourself in.I defiantly give this light 5 stars and would recommend it to anyone not afraid to spend 50 dollars and a tool that most certainly will last a long time
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24.9.2016

This is a very bright flashlight at 625 lumens, much brighter than older version Maglite's. The 3rd gen Maglite's give you optional settings or four different modes, depending on your needs. It feels a little lighter in the hand to me than the old Maglite's. I like the new texturing on the main tube. In my opinion, the best feature of the new 3rd generation Maglite is the longevity of the batteries. The 3 D cell Maglite, using common D cell alkaline batteries, will run 16 hours on the high setting, 77 hours on low, and 117 hours on Eco mode. Most of the newer bright flashlight use exotic batteries (more expensive), and even then, they only last for an hour or two. Granted it is a large flashlight,but good for around the house or homestead. It lights up my back yard like a Roman Candle. But at the price of about $47 dollars, it's use of common D cell batteries, available at most any store, the fact that even on high it will last 16 hours, and 625 lumens, makes this flashlight a winner in my book. Highly recommended!
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20.11.2018

I bought the ML300L and the ML300LX. The metal gets way too cold to hold and likely too hot in the Summer. The power button is black and blends in with the black flashlight. You can't see the power button in the dark.I wrote the below message to Maglite as suggestions.Three suggestions.. I own a ML300L and a ML300LX flashlight.They are nice flashlights, but a have a couple of suggestions for Winter and Summer use.(1) The metal handle/tube is very cold in the Winter. It would be nice if it had some kind of rubberized coating. Really, you can't hold onto the flashlight without gloves in cold weather. The metal is waaay too cold. I imagine in a hot climate the metal may be too hot to hold.(2)A rubber sleeve or some kind of insulation could fit over the barrel handle tube and open at the end to access batteries.(3) At night or just in the dark, you can't see the power button (Black Flashlight). I have to feel for it. The power button should be glow in the dark or white painted, etc for easy access.
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8.3.2018

A well designed high powered flashlight with several brightness levels and flashing modes. The projected light illuminates the area very well even in the "eco" mode. It is not a focused narrow beam; it is much more practical for everyday use in the dark. The matte finish and large knurling are nice.I would have given this flashlight 5 stars except for the fact that the batteries rattle inside the tube when you use the Duracell brand. I was surprised. I contacted MagLite and they advised me to either not to shake the flashlight or use a different brand of batteries. Sure enough. After I replaced the Duracells with cheap Rayovacs the batteries did not rattle in the flashlight unless it was vigorously shaken.An anti-roll feature would also be nice if MagLite could build that into the design.Like my old 4 cell MagLite (which does not rattle even with Duracells loaded), the ML300LX rolls easily when placed on a smooth surface.
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23.8.2020

I have two of these, the classic looking ML300L and this ML300LX. I am not sure which I like more to be honest but this matte black finish with the grenade grip is pretty tactical looking.This is a fantastic torch and really brings Maglite upto date. Don't get tripped over in comparing lumens with other Chinese cheap lights at 1/5th the cost. This is as bright as my cars headlights on main beam thanks to maglite years of expertise in this field. The trademark focusing system works a treat and gives you either a huge flood light or a powerful spot that reaches 100's of meters out.For batteries I use NiMh rechargeables. Currently using Powerowl branded 10,000mah cells,however about to change to using Eneloop Pro in triple AA to D parallel adapters.Overall this is a monster light that will provide more than you'll ever need. With a little imagination I am sure it would make an effective self defence deterrent as well.
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7.12.2016

I love this flashlight, had very mutch flashlite before, and it works just well! It has 5 stands; Strobe,eco,high,low and momentary. Stobe does what it says; it strobes. Eco is a verry low mode, but definitely works. You can still see around 3-4 meters, And the low mode is a littlebit more, around 4-5 meters, and the high mode is very good. Use it all the time. You can shine big around 5-6 meters, and shine a focust spot like 50 meters, and you got momentary, then it goes on if you push and hold the button, it turns off when you got your hands off the button. it is very strong to, I let it fell from like 2-3 meters, and it didnt broke and works just like before it.After that i printer with my 3d printer some rubber protectors, and i can let it fall from like 5 meters right now. Very good. Definitely recommend!
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15.5.2020

I went back and forth forever trying to figure out if Maglite would send me the older model ML300LX, (advertises as 625 Lumens) or the newest version (advertises at 746 Lumens). The listing shows a different part number and model number than the newest generation. At the price I bought it for, I figured I’d buy and hope for the newest.To confirm to others that are trying to know which one you’re ordering, I got the 3rd generation, ML300LX. It feels nice, I use it with an older ML300L, and they both have a good solid feel to them. Both versions are 3 d-cell sized, and I’m happy with the output of both. I like the newer grip style more than the older one.One day shipping,highly recommend.(See the pics I posted with review to see pics of what I got in the mail, including the model number on the back)
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2.7.2015

Killer light from a great company. I own a few mags and this is definitely the best and coolest. Firstly, the beam is improved, and really bright. Its just seems like a better pattern than the previous Maglites. The spot focus no longer contains that weird hole in the beam, which I really like. The multiple modes make the light extremely usable for almost any application. The eco is actually my favorite new functions as it is perfect for most utility uses and it has massive battery life. Pretty easily accessible with 3 quick clicks. As with most Maglites, this model has pretty nice throw. Ascetically, this light looks good. The bigger grip and matte black finish give it more of a sleek,but powerful look. The weight is noticeably lighter than other mags, but it still seems durable. Time will tell.
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23.8.2020

Simply amazing performance. I have been a Maglite user my whole life starting with the classic halogen 3D Cell, before the Xenon and LED Models came out. They have always been very reliable. This Tac model meets those same standards I expect from Maglight. I bought this shortly before a camping trip recently. There were bears everywhere and I had a bit more peace of mind having a super bright flashlight that has a strobe setting that helped disorient and scare off some cubs and a mother bear that were wandering the campsite. In terms of durability, this thing is just as solid as the classic models, but the extra texturing for the grips is a very nice feature. If your a long time user of maglite,this is an upgrade that is well worth the extra money for the performance and features it provides.
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28.1.2018

I've only had this light for a few days. At first I wasn't crazy about the matte finish but now I'm convinced this is best next step for Maglite. The grip is solid feeling feeling in your hands and overall the light is typical Maglite quality.Im sure the led and some other parts are sourced from overseas (as there is not any US suppliers), but there are real Americans in Ontario California who are building these high quality flashlights. Maglite has not sold out like so many other US companies have.A lot of the cheaper flashlight companies inflate the lumens, battery life etc. Maglite is very honest with their numbers. I can't wait to see what they do next!I own many Maglites and will continue to support them as long as the quality remains high and they employ Americans!
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