Pros

Dual-mode makes it possible to interchange the modes

Small size

Powerful output

Made from sturdy material,

Wide beam

Cons
Battery runtime could be longer

Verdict

One of the features that we discovered in our SureFire Tactician Carry Light Led Tactical Flashlight Review is the dual-mode of the light, and we liked the fact that you can interchange the modes. Another aspect that impressed us was the size of the item, being very compact for the power that the luminosity shows. The flashlight is made from a strong material, and durability won’t be an issue.

Talking about the beam, we think that is really wide and the small hot spot is very useful in many situations. The momentary mode can help in self-defense situations that require a potent beam to disorient the attacker.

Also, it is remarkable the quality of the material that is used for the clip construction, which is very sturdy, making it almost impossible to be broken.

The product is one of the best from SureFire, and regarding the price, we think that if you look at the quality of the materials and the special futures that the Tactician comes, is a very good value flashlight and anyone that purchase it will be happy with their acquisition.

Video-SureFire Tactician Led Tactical Flashlight Test

Tutorial: How To Use The SureFire Tactician

This highly versatile light serves as a daily use item or as an improvised WeaponLight, and the double-vision LED with max vision beam also offers a wide wall of useful light that fills the space.
It is used by hand pressing the front bezel to obtain maximum output and for a minimum output loosen the bezel a quarter-turn of it.
The settings of the available modes are activated in the momentary mode with a rear cover turning pressure and for the constant mode with just a click on the button.

The flashlight delivers 800 lumens for tactical or long-range tasks and 15 lumens of light for tasks that require less light and more runtime, so don’t waste your battery stock.

The high-strength aerospace aluminum body and the tail cap are designed for a secure grip and are resistant to abrasion and corrosion.

If you want to take the flashlight with you wherever you go, it has a sturdy pocket clip to carry it, and if you want to carry it in your pocket, wallet, or bag its compact size makes it also easily possible.

Performance

The SureFire Tactician is a strong flashlight that is recognized for its powerful output of up to 800 Lumens. Beyond that, the light from SureFire is built from sturdy aerospace material, which guarantees the long life of the item. SureFire is a well-known company that has built powerful flashlights for a long time, and many law enforcement officials use their lights together with numerous other products that are specially designed for them. The Tactician is one of their preferred items due that the flashlight has an excellent reputation and it is considered a reliable and efficient artifact.

MaxVision Beam Of Th SureFire Tactician

The ample and useful MaxVision Beam, created by a special faceted reflector that silhouettes the LED’s light into a soft and seamless wall of light which is highly effective in close range and makes the light useful in EDC confrontations that require the application of a disorienting tool which helps to control the situation. The beam is optimized for the field of vision of the user.

Aerospace Aluminium

Aerospace aluminum is one of the essential components used in aircraft and many other commercial products.
Combined with other compounds, aluminum is one of the metals that can withstand the thermal impact of an entrance to the atmosphere and is vital in the construction of different parts of various other items such as flashlights.

What is 6061 aluminum?

There are different types of alloys and one of them is known as 6061 aluminum, which is composed of 95% and 98% aluminum and is combined together with elements such as titanium, copper, iron, and silicon.
One of its characteristics or advantages is its extraordinary corrosion resistance, ideal for the structure of all types of aircraft, and used in the manufacture of wings or the fuselage of commercial aircraft.
In addition, 6061 aluminum can be found in different parts of space probes such as the Pioneer 10.

Other kinds of alloys are the aluminum alloys used with zinc, in average amounts of 1% to 8% which when combined with a lower percentage of magnesium, can be heat treated to achieve a high level of resistance. Typically, zirconium and titanium are also added to this type of alloy in amounts that do not exceed 0.25 to increase the hardness of it like for example the 7474 which is a variant of 7075, that replaces the latter especially when thicknesses above 80 mm are needed. They are widely used in fuselages, structures of airplanes, mobile equipment, and parts subject to high working stresses in the aerospace industry. They have higher corrosion resistance and are often used slightly over-aged to provide better combinations of mechanical strength, corrosion, and fracture resistance.

Alloys made from aluminum have occupied an important place in the transportation, car, and many more industries for more than 30 years, since the material, has special characteristics of high hardness, lightness, mechanical resistance, and thermal conductivity, among others, essential for the creation of aircraft, this being one of its most important applications today.

SureFire Tactician Tactical Flashlight Manual And Batteries

Unfortunately, the flashlight users’ manual is not available online.

SureFire says that some people have reported that internal shorts have led to fires or explosions due to the use of low quality or fake batteries. In some rare occasions, the results have been injuries, but mostly the damage has been in the flashlight itself. Please be cautious when buying batteries from online auctions or from sources that are not completely reliable.

Also, performance and even the runtime of the product could be affected when using fake or bad quality batteries. We think that it doesn’t worth it to risk your health or the integrity of your product to save a couple of boxes.

Also when using this kind of batteries you are risking to void the 30 days warranty that is provided by SureFire.

The company explains that the batteries supplied by them come with safety features that include heat and built-in fault protection.

The Product is designed to use 123A lithium batteries.

Q&A

Question: This light have a click. Doesn’t it?

Answer: You twist the tail cap for constant on, this light is designed for fighting, and that’s why does not have a click tail cap to ensure the light is not clicked on under a situation.

Question: The Amazon description says 15 Lumens in low mode, but Surefire says 5 Lumens. What is the real output in low mode?

Answer: The output is 5 Lumens in low mode.

Question: Is it possible to get it internationally via courier?

Answer: No

Question: What is the runtime on high?

Answer: 90 minutes

Question: Is the Tactician waterproof?

Answer: Yes, it Is reliable in heavy rain

Question: Does this flashlight come with a wrist strap?

Answer: The flashlight includes a paracord lanyard

Question: Can I run the light facing down?

Answer: The clip is larger than most Surefire clips and is not reversible.

Question: is it possible to remove the clip?

Answer: It is possible to remove the clip. You only need to unscrew the lens holder. The clip is in a rail and you should slide it forward in order to be removed.

Video-SureFire Tactician Beam Compared

Buyers Opinion

The opinions about the SureFire Tactician are mostly positive, and one client for example said that the flashlight was a really small but powerful light, and considering that can release an output of 800 Lumens; its compact size is a feature that really convinced him to buy it. Another customer expressed that the double mode of the flashlight was the main reason to buy it, being the tail cap also an aspect of the product that should be highlighted.

Beyond that we saw a review that talked about the wider beam that the item released, and how useful would be in EDC confrontations.

Negative opinions are very rare and most are related to the runtime of the batteries, an issue that can be resolved by purchasing the buyer’s favorite batteries.

Final Thoughts of the SureFire Tactician Carry Light Led Tactical Flashlight Review

Definitely the tactician is a great light, and there is a reason why it counts with the preference of such numerous law enforcement officials and people that live around the EDC world. Its powerful and wide beam is with its compact size and lightweight the main factors that attract the buyers of it. We think like we have remarked already, that the SurFire Tactician flashlight is great value item, and the dollars that clients invest when buying it will be not wasted. Also, the fact that the product is made by SureFire in California gives the necessary confidence that in case that would be required to claim any warranty it won’t be any undesired outcome. The company has a great reputation not only because of high-quality products but also for its reliability and seriousness. We strongly recommend the Tactician if you are looking for a sturdy, compact, and strong beam flashlight.