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The Bottom Line
The eGear K2 Grenade LED Lantern is extremely bright for its small size. The Grenade uses a K2 Luxeon LED that puts out 85 lumens, and it will burn for over 16 hours on high with 3-AA batteries. Ideal for backpackers, great for boaters, campers and hikers, and a perfect survival light for anywhere. MSRP: $45.00
Pros
- small and lightweight
- puts out 85 lumens
- durable construction
- long battery life
- water resistant
Cons
- do NOT look directly into the light
Description
- Dimensions: 5 in. x 2 in.
- Weight: 7.2 oz.
- Body: anodized aluminum with rubber end caps
- Brightness: 85 lumens
- Battery type: 3-AA
- Battery life: 16 hours on high, 35 hours on low
- Bulb type: K2 Luxeon white LED
- MSRP: $45.00
Guide Review - eGear K2 Grenade LED Lantern
The eGear K2 Grenade is a minimalists dream come true. LEDs are known for their low battery consumption, but it usually took a bunch of them grouped together to get any reasonable light output. Even then it wasn't very bright. The latest innovation is the Luxeon, which has high output for a single LED. Essential Gear put this LED in their K2 Grenade Lantern. This little baby weighs in at less than 8 ounces, it will fit in your pocket, and it's durable and water resistant. There are three switch settings: low, high and flashing. It more than adequately lights up a tent, even on the low setting. It also included a couple of small plastic carabiners for hanging the lantern.
This lantern is perfect for emergencies and general use anywhere. I suggest using rechargable batteries.
