Customer Reviews for MAGLITE K3A106 AAA Solitaire Flashlight, Silver

MAGLITE K3A106 AAA Solitaire Flashlight, Silver

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Tools and Hardware Reviews of MAGLITE K3A106 AAA Solitaire Flashlight, Silver

Customer Review: A Nice Little Light
Summary: 4 Stars

The Solitaire is a handly little device that certainly complements any key chain well. Slightly longer than a AA battery, this fits easily into any purse, wallet, drawer, pocket, &c. Since it has the strong aluminum case, dropping it or having it mix with keys will not in any way affect it. For its price (< $7), it's literally and figuratively a solid investement - with caveats.

Unfortunately, Mag has not kept up with the times, especially as it relates to LED innovations, and this light suffers from that. The light this generates is paltry and doesn't serve much more function other than finding a keyhole, or looking inside a computer case. Even the chotzky "novelty" LED keychain lights put out as much or even more. It's also surprising the puny bulb guzzles through batteries; I've found the battery lasts about an hour, with significantly diminished output. I recommend the silver model since my experience is any with colors will wear off, making the light look like it survived the Great War of 1914-19.

Despite its illumination shortcomings, this is still a solid and worthwhile light for which I recently purchased an LED upgrade ($20!) that enables this light to put easily 5 times as much as before. It is made by Tektite and is a simple drop-in replacement that retains the light's focusing ability. Output is now comparable to a regular 2AA Mini-Mag.

For the price, this is a solid performer. As long as you can either accept dim light, or a $20 LED upgrade, this will be fine. If you want something to blind game, I suggest looking for something else. For what it is, I recommend it.

Customer Review: A great, portable flashlight
Summary: 5 Stars

The Maglite Solitaire is a great item for most lighting needs. Though not as bright as other flashlights (I'm looking forward to purchasing the 6 D-Cell Maglite), the Solitaire is small enough to fit in your pocket, but bright enough to light your way when there aren't conveniently placed street lights.

I believe in always keeping a flashlight by your side in case you ever need it, and with a screw-cap, you can convert the Solitaire into a mini-lantern. The truly great thing about the Solitaire is its durability; you can drop the Solitaire (or any other Maglite, for that matter) tons of times and not damage it.

I, unfortunately, lost my Solitaire, but hope to purchase a new one as soon as possible.

Customer Review: Durable, Lightweight, and Inexpensive
Summary: 5 Stars

This little tiny flashlight is powerful. From the name you can trust. I have had Mag-lites for many years and I have to say that this one is the most convenient of them all. It is durable, lightweight, and very inexpensive. It fits into any pocket, or can go on any key chain. You can even have one in any part of your car or house for those little emergencies that aries. The aluminum alloy case is so protected that this flashlight can last a lifetime. It has been a great and useful investment. Enjoy!?!

Customer Review: Good deal for the price
Summary: 4 Stars

I used this item several times to look around in my computer case (and many other computer cases) when little to no light was available. This little extremely portable light did the job just fine. I really so no other uses for it as the mini maglight is small enough for almost any job.