For those of you familiar with the Vietnam Era Military Flashlight, you will be very pleased to know that it only took 30 plus years for a make-over, but it is here:
Let me introduce you to the Streamlight Sidewinder:
There are some great features on the Sidewinder worth mentioning:
•Height: 4.65" Width: 2.34" Weight: 5.02 oz.
•C4® LED, 50,000 hour lifetime
•Pull and rotate locking color selector knob to attain desired color
•Double click button to initiate strobe function from "Off" position
•Push and hold button for light output levels
•Pull-to-turn locking rotary selector knob prevents accidental mode changes.
•Powered by 2 "AA" batteries.
•Also accepts 2 "AA" lithium batteries, which allow extended operation and use in extreme temperatures (-40˚F - 150˚F)
•Mounts to MOLLE or ACH for hands-free use
•O-ring sealed for waterproof operation. Meets MIL-STD-810F, Method 512.4
There 4 illumination sources: White C4 LED; IR LED; Red LED; Blue LED
The flashlight features a 185˚ tilting head and belt or web clip to allow positioning of the illumination source at the work area, which is a great feature to allow you to attach the light to a pack for hands free map reading or stand it up on a flush surface to help illuminate a work area.
While output is less than what can be found in tactical or gun mounted lights, it would be hard to find a better light for a bug out bag, vehicle kit or travel companion. For EDC (Every Day Carry) or purely tactical purposes I would not select this light.
