Practical Prepping Podcast Episode #98, "Let's Talk Flashlights."Please share this episode with friends. Here is the direct link: https://practicalpreppingpodcast.buzzsprout.comThe first flashlight was invented in 1898 by English inventor David Misell,called “flash” light because the light couldn’t be turned on for long and had to be rested from time to time.in the 50s, 60s & 70s Eveready flashlight was THE most popular flashlight, and carried by almost every police officer1967 Eveready Energizer introduced the first rechargeable flashlight1970: The first water-resistant flashlight is introduced - again, by Energizer, also the first push button switch1979: The first Maglite flashlight is introduced.It became the new standard in law enforcement1980s: The first pocket-sized flashlights are introduced1999, the LED was made suitable for use in a flashlight. The LED bulb could be made brighter, more efficient, smaller, so many ways and in so many sizes.LED lights have become the gold standard in handheld lighting devices, and are the current standard in law enforcement.Here are a few good brands:FenixE35 V3.03000 Lumens 5 outputs + strobeRechargable 5000 mAh battery4.65"x1.04"2.36 oz w/o battery$70StreamlightStinger 800 lumen3 levels of brightnessRechargeableSurefireSidekick3 power levelslevelsUSB rechargeableNightstick Extreme500 lumensCR123 batteries Lumens are the measurement of intensityThe more the brighter5-10 lumens is enough to see while walking on walkways Small button key chain lights100-125 good EDC lumens>350-400 EDC tactical lights500+ high intensity tactical lightsPlease consider supporting the podcast by buying us a cup of coffe. You can do that by going to www.buymeacoffee.com/practicalprepWe invite you to drop us an email at info@practicalprepping.infoVisit our website at www.practicalprepping.infoJoin us on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays for more episodes of Practical Prepping Podcast.