Acebeam W30: A Light Without Honor

[@chodkowski01]

This is a specialized flashlight. I use it for security. We have a lot of car burglaries where I live. I was told by the sheriff that if I physically hurt one of those burglars I could be arrested. It could take the police up to 20-30 mins to arrive. I hit the car burglars with this light and they can’t run fast enough. I’m hurting them but they are not physically marred. This light works for me for chasing bad people away.

[@jcmurr2669]

You may be chasing all people away. either that or you may be a magnet for bad people if you experience what sounds like a high amount of bad people that need chasing away.

[@JohnDoe-zb7dz]

So what about a self defense situation? You will be justified in shooting someone to death with a firearm, but if you shine the light in their face you go to jail. Makes sense.

[@madsailing9749]

This works amazingly well when sailing at night in pitch black and/or misty conditions. ATONs (aids to navigation -- buoys) all have reflective material and this lights bangs on that from VERY long distance and shows you the way home! I agree in tight quarters it has little more that "wow" value.

[@totokkris4110]

But the price amazingly crazy 😅

[@tjmns]

Just had a thought. If your out camping in the mountains or on the water and just happen to need rescuing. You could point this in the sky and the helo would have no problem finding you.

[@spiderman0863]

Why did you buy it if you thought it was so useless? I have one and enjoy it very much. Puts a smile on my face every time I turn it on.

[@ChalliceofLight]

Have you ever bought something you thought would be one way and it wasn't what you expected? Because if you haven't, you don't know much about life. But anyway, it's not worthless, just not AS useful.

[@spiderman0863]

@@ChalliceofLight Relax friend. A flashlight is not worth getting riled up about. Just sell it and be done with it. Take care and stay safe.

[@LumenChaser]

@@spiderman0863 hell yea man I may not use this for much of anything but it is still definitely one of my favorite flashlights. like you said it always makes me amazed when I put this thing on! can't wait to get my hands on maxtoch owl eyes w pro at 4mcd! you aren't a true flashaholic if you don't appreciate these lights imo may not be much right now but it is like a glimpse into a future of high lumen extreme throwers... imagine one of these lights at 4k lumens or MORE...

[@Pre-Expatriate]

I mean...how could you not? Is the force not strong with you, young padawan?

[@theodorepapadopoulos810]

You’ve convinced me. I NEED ONE!!!!!! 🤣

[@MarkDunstan]

In Australia we cannot have guns without jumping through hoops and shit. Then if you do get a gun you need to keep bullets and bolt separate to the gun. So if someone does break in you have half hour to get your shit together to shoot the prick. This light (for now) is legal in Australia so if you jump my back fence I am going to make you blind for a little bit. Something also tells me they are not going to the police to say I jumped this back fence and someone blinded me, like they would if you shot them. I love this torch! PS I have made a diffuser out of an IBC plastic and it works well as a normal torch. Also made one diffuser with a centre hole allowing for a hot spot as well as some spill. This is not as good as the full diffuser but does make the light usable other than burning eyeballs and showing off to mates.

[@alaskatoburningmen4549]

That's a superb idea! Same for us in Scandinavia. I remember gun laws changed drastically for you guys after 1996, Tasmania.

[@chodkowski01]

Car burglars hit us about 20 times a year. My alarms tip me off that they are outside. I was advised by the police not to confront them because they may have a gun. I can hit them 300’ away with this light to scare them away. I feel this light gives me a safe distance factor. I have plenty of videos showing that they can’t run fast enough away once this light hits them.

[@normageinc.1322]

You gotta get some posted here. Set the bait.

[@kivenkantania]

Use a rifle with suppressor and good optics

[@TheExplosiveGuy]

For the record, this light can be used as a laser sight on a rifle at close ranges, the beam is tight enough to use as an aiming reference at up to 50 yards, and anything past that it illuminates your target very well, I've shot coyotes out to 500 yards in pitch black night with the thing mounted on my AR15 (with an ACOG scope), it's a game changer for taking those bastards out at night.

[@erik9358]

This would be useful if someone in a car is following you. You can blind them lol

[@normageinc.1322]

I found an old 2 D cell in working order in an old house recently.. wanna trade?

[@jessepatch9076]

I agree with you mostly but i use this thing mounted next to a scope and its friggen insane in that use case .

[@DanSanChannel]

Also i work on overhead cranes instead plants. I use lights like this to save time and spotting an issue on a crane 100 to 200ft in the air without climbing up there first. Usually if i can spit a burnt motor smoking using a light like that i can know what steps to take with out having to climb up the first time unready.

[@ChalliceofLight]

Never thought of that. Good point.

[@littlecopperstypek7336]

Just ordered the weltool w4 and both diffusers on ebay, waiting by the mailbox... 2/6/21

[@NachoBrochacho.]

me to!

[@markcrupi]

This light was built for home defense and law enforcement. Suspects quickly comply when blinded. longer range than taser, less lethal than gun. Limited use, but excels at the purpose it was built for.

[@ChalliceofLight]

Well, in that case, it would be awesome. And this is just my opinion, of course. The issue from a manufacturer's opinion one would think would be different because this is then a weapon, and Acebeam would be liable for retinal damage and whatnot. Hard to see the designers having that idea in mind.

[@markcrupi]

@@ChalliceofLight I work with a group that helps outfit PD with “wish list” items in metro Atlanta. Half of the officers currently carry this light, and we’ve been asked if we can find funding for more. The designers certainly can’t advertise the intent of this weapon, much in the same way Mossberg advertises the 590 as a deterrent, and not a device to scatter the bad guys brains across the room...which, in truth, is what a 590a1 was built for.

[@ChalliceofLight]

I've never heard of any police force using any Acebeam products or any Chinese vendor en masse. But you're saying it's like a Maglite--"just a flashlight"...but also a weapon ;-) And not advertising a purpose doesn't resolve the liability issue. Well, it won't for long. It only postpones the court cases that will bring them to the forefront. And that is why LAPD hasn't been allowed to use Mags for many years now because, after multiple use-of-force debacles, injuries were way worse than could be inflicted with standard expandable batons. A 4D or 6D Mag will split a skull open easily or break an arm. But in that case like you're talking, yes, I guess a quick blast to the eyes may not do permanent damage and may bring compliance. Then again, a coked-out dude may still wind up with damage that ends up bringing about that inevitable ban. But home defense...hell yeah! That works! Sorry, I'm in risk management and I mitigate these things constantly and see them coming. But hey, I'm on your side! I still don't care for the torch's overall usability, thus the review.

[@markcrupi]

@@ChalliceofLight very different liability, splitting a skull with a maglite vs temporarily blinding a perp...but who knows, certainly there is an attorney out there waiting to take the case. And we do agree - would not bring a w30 camping in same way I wouldn’t use a .38 special to hunt bear. Just really wanted to point out the w30 wasn’t built for camping, and what it was built for, it’s very good at.

[@chodkowski01]

@@ChalliceofLight, you don’t understand a specialized light like this and what you can do with this. Maybe next time before you buy something you should research what it does before you spend the money and be unhappy.

[@meFatuations]

Wow, fantastic flashlight. I have the Fenix HT30R, but the W30 looks to be quite a bit more powerful. Love it.

[@jerryinohio1978]

It's good to carry for a weapon. Someone tries to attack you show that in the eyes

[@mindracer6167]

I heard in the video you might consider selling the light. Is that still the case? How much do you want for it?

[@Tuxy-22]

I have a huge property and I think a flashlight like this would be actually useful to spot things faraway.

[@mshayashi]

I think this flashlight can be used to find somebody or something in the distance...for example, in the rescue mission. Otherwise, some other flashligts like Acebeam T27, which reages only 1,180m, is much useful.

[@rehanorkut]

Very Honest review sir, well said such lights are of only use for small amount of people.

[@DayforNightProd]

“I can’t think of any other use for it”......”it comes with a warning label if you shine it in anybody’s eyes”. Surprised you didn’t understand the use for it.

[@ChalliceofLight]

It's funny the attention this video is getting; there is no practical use for it. Yes, you can scorch someone's retinas (perhaps criminally), but this isn't something most of us buy stuff for.

[@DayforNightProd]

@@ChalliceofLight lol. It’s not Superman’s laser eye beams, “scorch’ is overly dramatic. My Krav Maga instructor carries this light in his car, and has one in his home. It’s an awesome self defense tool. When you shine it in someone’s face for 2 seconds it blinds and gives you 15-20 to act. It doesn’t burn your eyes out, it’s only temporary. You are getting lots of attention because you repeatedly state the light doesn’t have a function, while in your video you say the light gives you a headache after only a few seconds. You accidentally tripped right over the purpose! 😀

[@THEONEANDONLYBLACKLEGO]

It's just not right for your application. Find another light

[@chrisp.5272]

How would you say this compares to the Weltool W4? Any more useful? I ordered the diffuser as well.

[@ChalliceofLight]

don’t know but should look and feel comparable

[@arcrides6841]

I had a W4 and it malfunctioned after a fall from 2ft. So I got a W30 and seems much more durable. Also the W4 has a low setting which is annoying because you're never quite sure which mode you're in so you gotta always toggle between the 2 modes to be sure you're in high mode. This is a detriment because I use it alongside a machete for self defense against thieves and always want high mode. Can't have guns where I live.

[@LESPAUL44mag]

Thanks for the review! I am looking for a light like this with a huge throw but no flood for my property. If this one is discontinued what are some suggestions for flashlights with similar throw?

[@k.g.389]

.... It's still available 🙄. But, the Weltool W4 is more widely available and just as good, if not better.

[@LESPAUL44mag]

@@k.g.389 Thanks man I appreciate it! If you know the best place to buy paste a link cause some of these sites are a little sketchy.

[@k.g.389]

@@LESPAUL44mag ... What country do you live in? And which one were you looking for? Quite honestly, I think the W4 is better and, you can buy a Weltool flip-up diffuser/filter, that makes it more usable.

[@LESPAUL44mag]

@@k.g.389 I'm in the United States. I guess I'll get the W4 then. I'm in no rush I'll probably wait a month or two. Rather stock up on guns and ammo atm.

[@LESPAUL44mag]

@@k.g.389 Are they pretty durable? For 300 it better be lol. I picked up a Streamlight HL5x for christmas and its a beast. More of a flood light though

[@Bigtony1818]

Nice honest review 👍 you're 📹. If any day you would like to part from it I can gladly give it a home here in Los Angeles thanks.

[@BARDAKABRAMA]

I've got this tool few days ago and to my disappointment found it completely useless unless one's living in the country side or a cop chasing the bad guys in the wilderness escaping from a jail

[@NachoBrochacho.]

just enjoy the freaking light!

[@ChalliceofLight]

Now that I got out the diffuser lenses, yes! And believe me--this light stays by my bed for self-defense now!

[@DanSanChannel]

Looks like a great home defense shotgun light to blind an intruder . But maybe that’s me thinking logical again 🤷‍♂️

[@ChalliceofLight]

I agree. I have mine right by my gun next to my bed.

[@BiztoryTime]

Im thinking about getting this to spot Fish through The water, would It “burn” out the fish and make it indistinguishable to the background you suppose? Do you have any other recommendations? I’m talking relatively shallow waters up to about 20 feet. Thanks in advance

[@ChalliceofLight]

This is great as a throwaway thrower. Any good 100cd or above thrower would suffice for that task, I think. My favorite thrower is still the TC500 by Amutorch!

[@BiztoryTime]

@@ChalliceofLight thank you so much 🙏 I’ll give that one a look. God bless you

[@iakazul]

Find Bigfoot with it lol. Though I’d use the Acebeam X80GT for additional fill.

[@04mach1speed]

You sure were complaining a lot about a light that’s literally a Laser flashlight using a Blue laser module being converted to white through a phosphor filter. It’s doing exactly what’ it’s designed to do. What exactly did you expect when buying it? And 3.1milion? I doubt it. Every review I’m seeing it’s hitting 1.3M-1.8M cd

[@ThatCrazyRCGuy67]

Soo...how did you like it???????

[@ChalliceofLight]

Well, it's always hard to not find SOME joy from a shiny, pointy thing!

[@chodkowski01]

@@ChalliceofLight, you haven’t found your useful purpose for this highly specialized light. I use mine for security.

[@tommoyong3455]

How n where to get this flashlight i too like to enjoy it.😄😄😄

[@ChalliceofLight]

It is no longer made. You must go for another LEP light.

[@DM-ci2nn]

I want it to shine in peoples faces

[@ankhenaten2]

The lens should diffuse much more

[@AverageReviewsYT]

Congratulations you are the only person on KZbin to sit here for almost 5 minutes and complain about a flashlight that is obviously a practical laser set up.. I have a lep and they are very different and that’s obvious from the beginning of even seeing one. So not sure why ur complaining like a child when it’s not a secret that these have no flood. Not sure how common sense lacks with so many people but it does.

[@ChalliceofLight]

I'm saying it is less useful, so much so that it is less enjoyable, not that I hate it. It serves no enjoyable or useful practical purpose. That is it. It is by my bed as a self-defense weapon with my gun in case someone breaks in.

[@AverageReviewsYT]

@@ChalliceofLight But it was useless remember u coulnt see anything because it blinded everything. So how could it be of use unless the light is on. I’m not denying the light is almost useless..that’s a fact. U jsut spent the whole video bashing it and acting like it’s the worse thing on earth instead of also pointing out that it’s good for long range viewing and spotting at fairly close distances. They make diffusers for these. ( thank god) I actually edc mine. The lack of even a little flood is a hindrance no doubt there. But to act like it’s a waste of money and it’s jsut useless? Nah. It jsut has a very limited selling base. U were the and are the only person I have seen rant about a lep light being how it’s obvious with any a,out of research that these are a laser by law. ( oddly enough some don’t have class ratings). As far as your problem they don’t make at least 1 zoomy. Which I’m wanting to get. It’s maxtoch da80 or something. But it has a zoomy which I’m getting most likely for my house for defense also. But as for u I would recommend a diffuser. So u can actually use it

[@ChalliceofLight]

@@AverageReviewsYT I just don't enjoy it because I can't really use it. That's it.

[@AverageReviewsYT]

@@ChalliceofLight la60*

[@milesfb]

I'll have it off you if you dont want it? I already own a W30 and would love to have another one. They are discontinued and now a rare collectors item. So if. you want to donate it to me I am very interested. All the best. Miles.

[@yitzimarks6336]

The most honest review on youtube

[@Alejandro388]

well, he called it useless while nicely illuminating a water tower 1mile away, just a bit of hipocricy?

[@valerie93_]

I read the title of this video in Worf's voice

[@OMADRevolution]

Haha! So did I!

[@AdventureDaksExplores]

Nice review LEP monster

[@johnthomas9317]

What a stupid review! All your silly personal dislike for this tool, because your personal use requirements don’t fit the tool. Guess what, this flashlight is a valuable tool for law enforcement, great long range light when searching for suspects, and search and rescue operations. What a bunch of silly comments, yes this flashlight is way too much for you, go buy you a flashlight at the dollar store it will be more up your alley. You are knocking and misrepresenting a long range spot flashlight and complaining that it is useless at 50 yards due to wash out, HELLO, it’s not designed for that!

[@ChalliceofLight]

Thanks for your input. I actually found another use for it since this video. But I don't have to like it, either way.

[@methyldioxymethamps]

Flashlights can have honor? 😕

[@methyldioxymethamps]

Or can they...take your honor?

[@MediocreMotorsports]

$600? Screw that. Cool beam though.

[@TheAmericanDreamChaser]

I'm going to use it to blind mofos who drive down the street with their bright lights on. 😂

[@jerryinohio1978]

I would love to throw that light on the statue of liberty. That would be a million view video

[@rrud59]

Lol duuuude. Its awesome

[@henryloyola6171]

These is a great tool for self defense. As long you use it in the rightfull manner, instead of buying a gun that is more dangerous. My purpose is to protect my family, and myself. May God Bless.

[@pakan357]

If you decide to sell this piece of shit useless no honor flashlight, I will take this misery off your hands for $20. Or $50 shipping included.

[@yammi1987]

idiotic review in my opinion...

[@bindayirwin1523]

Overpowered useless light,only good for impressing your mates, standing around in the middle of nowhere in the dark smashing cans.....just ordered one now

[@avgrim7729]

Hater!

[@AdventureDaksExplores]

Nice review LEP monster