Makita BML185 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Flashlight
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Makita BML185 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Flashlight
Customer Review: First Class Flashlight
Summary: 5 Stars
I don't have to buy disposable batteries anymore!
This flashlight adjust angle from 90 degree to 180
with a 120 resting area to. Stands up easy. I just love
Makita products. Thank You Makita
Customer Review: Forget the bad reviews...
Summary: 5 Stars
Ok, lets look at this item for what it is- a Flashlight. Does it perform all the duties of a flashlight?- YES. Does it last as long as the manual states?- YES (BTW- it's always good to download and read the manual before being purchasing or being ultra-critical on a review). Does it suddenly shut off when it reaches the critical battery discharge point?- YES. It's supposed to and it protects the battery (which we all know are expensive). Use some common sense, if you've been running it for 3-4hrs. on a BL1830 battery, realize it may need a charge before lasting you the rest of the project.
Does it adjust to 4 positions as it states?- YES. Does it adjust to 90 different 1 degree incremental positions from zero to 90 degrees like it doesn't say it does- No. BTW- it can be adjusted between the 4 positions that it has, but it just doesn't lock-in to those positions (although it will stay there).
It it bright?- YES. Does it perform the same as a 120 Lumen rechargeable flashlight that costs $175?- Of course not.
Sorry for the critical/sarcastic review, but it just kills me how people tear this light apart. It was $30 and is surprisingly bright with hours of run time. You can try like the guy mentiones below and run an LED bulb in it for increased performance if you desire more from it. It's rugged (I've dropped it several times from 8'+) and comfortable to hold.
I couldn't ask for more from any light below $50.
Customer Review: Good item
Summary: 4 Stars
Light is perfect for my electrical work. I carry my drill and light in the same bag, so the light is always ready to work.Customer Review: Great flashlight
Summary: 5 Stars
Fits great in the hand and surprisingly lightweight, well balanced. I do like the included strap for hands free operation; with the swivel head you can point it where you need it while it is slung over your shoulder. For those who complained about the strap--don't attach it. Battery compatibility was not a problem either. My compact 18V 1.5 Ah Li-ion battery fit perfectly with no need to punch out an insert. It uses the A-90261 bulb, which is described as a Xenon bulb on Makita's web site. It produces an amazing amount of light. For $18.25 what a good value. Replacement bulbs are reasonable, $4.79 with free shipping from Northern Tool. Too soon to need bulbs, but good idea to be prepared. They will probably break if the flashlight is jarred or dropped during use.Customer Review: LIGHT BRIGHT
Summary: 5 Stars
This light has an adjustable head and comes with the same Xenon bulb that Mercedes-Benz uses in their cars. Needless to say it is very, very bright and will stay bright for hours. i wish it had more positions than four.
and a note to the other reviewer: i got this info from a local Makita rep and i never installed the strap.