What's The Best Flashlight for Self Defense? | Important Features | Powertac E9R Review

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I give the E9R a pretty good grade as far as a fighting flashlight. The size is on the large end of everyday carry and the small end of duty, which is actually my preference. I feel very confident in the grip and the modes suit my needs.
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[@hard2hurt]

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@@jacobshort621 It still works, I just used it.

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Still works as of July 2022, but discount has been reduced to 15%.

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@@TurboToad where do i put the code?

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@@hubbabubbasedo3746 at checkout

[@Austin-ho2cg]

I tactically clicked the video as soon as I saw

[@LOL-qz4vw]

Bro samee

[@bougiebum9138]

Tactically clicked it into strobe mode

[@magnusryder]

I tactically enjoyed it, It's very tactically good

[@burnikshrapnel]

Tactically commented to do my share

[@MadDog44]

Quantum, maaan...QUANTUM!! (◍Ő◡Ő)💅🏻

[@cylawd1653]

"Flash, bash and dash" Sounds like a solid plan to me 🤷‍♂️😂

[@astaroth4226]

Did that with a few ladies it was cash, smash and dash instead.

[@socialzed6551]

😂

[@user-mf1fn5ui7r]

Yeah I bet it does weirdo

[@ED-es2qv]

When I was a Ranger, a tactical flashlight had a red lens because tactical meant dark and quiet as if behind enemy lines. “Going tactical “ means quitting all non-essential noise, smell, or light. A tactical road March was one in battle uniform with full battle equipment (less ammunition).

[@OldBadger1]

Along with the red lights .For me it was driving off road , tough terrain,no lights,in a Jeep .Now it's wearing 511pants at the range.

[@miked9653]

When in a home or on the street, its meant to blind a potential attacker. Strobes and such, plus a good hand-to-hand impact tool.

[@BlakeMcCringleberry]

I love watching these videos. They start out informative and quickly devolve into utter ridiculosity. That's a word, right?

[@hard2hurt]

Ridiculosity? I've always thought it was Ridiculousitivity.

[@hard2hurt]

Check out the Powertac E9R at amzn.to/3eju2Lb

[@skullair52]

Could you test punching with it like it's a roll of quarters in your fist or is that another cow tipping story?🤔

[@corpsefather7914]

I feel like maybe you have overlooked the awesome impact of a 6 cell mag light!! My lady beat the brakes off a dude with one, that’s when I knew I loved her😍

[@faithfamilyfriendsforever6777]

I have an amazing nebo pal + flash light that has a knife on it and its super bright and rechargable whats your thinking on this light o ya it also can be used as a power bank when yuo are in a jam to charge your cell phone it also has many other functions and i have had mine for 3 years and it still kicks ass. And its 40$ lol

[@sachabingham]

Mike please test pocket sand

[@geezerp1982]

can you do a video flashlight vs pepper spray

[@Adam-sp8pl]

How to defeat a flashlight: mirror shield.

[@rebel4466]

A cool disco suit also works well!

[@jake_with_the_BIG_snake]

Or polished bald head 👏👏👏

[@DimKanGr]

I think the point of a flashlight is for your enemy to not be able to see where you are. It doesn't matter if he can see but not see you

[@edheldude]

😎

[@marctestarossa]

With batteries and flashlights it's very simple: if you use it regularly -> rechargeable battery if you put it somewhere and leave it there for months or years and just want to make sure it just works -> non-rechargeable battery

[@Brainwashed101]

I've used an E9R for everyday carry for about a year and a half! It's a great light. Really bright and sturdy, and makes a great handle for my keychain. I haven't misplaced my keys since.

[@bartfart3847]

🤣

[@brucewayneissupermanquinn601]

How do you carry? Isn’t it a tad large?

[@Brainwashed101]

@@brucewayneissupermanquinn601 Cargo pant side pocket

[@Brainwashed101]

@@brucewayneissupermanquinn601 Alternately, you could clip it to the inside of your waistband.

[@notoriousquinnb]

Mike is really out here just giving out free diamonds like "hit hit, get to my other shit" in the middle of an already fantastic video.

[@hard2hurt]

I realized after that I actually went kinda deep in this one in actual application.

[@granitejeepc3651]

Carried same light for past year--i have 2 of them---previous was Klarus XT11---carry in Off side pocket. I carry it for reasons: This is my illumination defensive light--primary use is for the light-illuminate target for projectile weapon engagement--not strike part---I also carry utility light 1 It has high lumens advertiesed 2550 lumen or about 2 It has a constant strobe mode----which I believe in ---some dont 3 It has recessed button so doesnt go off like the klarus do all the time 4 I dont like the sharpened bezel as it tears up pocket--i wrapped my bezel in duct tape 5 I dont like that it doesnt have hole near button to run lanyard---use shockcord ala james yeager 6 Its a lil long in the pocket but workable with daily carry in wolverine carpenter pants 7 I like that you can use proprietary charge--plus pull that out and then usb it---very innovative 8 my only wish was that strobe was full 2550 but thats me

[@Dayv7]

I'm loving watching these videos albeit rather late. I actually have a very similar flashlight that I was unaware of its secondary purpose so I'm going to have to try and break some boards now.. Please keep up the informative stuff and the jovial approach to showcasing something which really isn't a funny subject. P. S are the codes you put up usable for people in the UK?

[@brandonetter]

Oh thank goodness this came out. I was recently jumped by 3 guys outside my house the other night, and I broke 7 of the tactical flashlights I keep on my person at all times just taking out the first 2 guys.

[@ranguy1379]

I think you got isekaied into this world sometime after that

[@switch4960]

Did find the ones you threw?

[@jacobshort621]

You carry 7 fucking flashlights lol 🤣 wtf

[@geezerp1982]

i bought the olight mr2 pro , this thing is like a lazer, its so bright that even day light with sun out, it works ! it will 'stun' a criminal in both day and night

[@itsdeanbeaches]

Best unboxing and product reviews ever dude seriously

[@leonardosalomaogomes7047]

I liked how in the end he just gets excited and shows a bit of how fast he is. Mike is wild tho

[@hard2hurt]

I do get happy when I pretend to do violence.

[@Renigade16]

I love seeing Mike look UP ⬆️ and talk down to the two mountain men. Lol It was also cool to see Cliff instantly get in guard when he was flashed in the parking lot. That training kicked in instantly.

[@hard2hurt]

Yeah, I purposely never tell them what the plan is or what we are doing so they stay ready. It helps their training and makes for good content lol.

[@drizzypuffs523]

I have a powertac and it's really good. Owned it for over a year

[@Milocinia]

I usually skim through the table of contents to see if there is anything that stands out and if the manual doesn't have one I just skim through to see if there is any special feature. Special button presses, for example.

[@maciejstanczyk6663]

Nate is my spirit animal.

[@areallybigdwarf4560]

8:08 icy mike addresses the world as Chaotic Neutral

[@hard2hurt]

I'm actually neutral good. I edited out a deeper explanation, but the fact that it would help more bad guys than good guys is a good enough summary. Any good guys that need to know that I will gladly teach them.

[@brucewayneissupermanquinn601]

Just picked one up after seeing this video. Love the thing!

[@haxsaw]

The best self defense tool is a flashlight Three things you can do with a flashlight disorientate,navigate and Identify. It takes a minimum of 60 lumens of incandescent light to disorientate someone’s vision in absolute darkness. And It takes a minimum of 120 lumens of led light to disorientate someone’s vision in low light. With most light having 800 lumens or more. Most violence happens at night and it gets dark every day

[@Gieszkanne]

More important than lumen is candela. But you are right it doesnt take much light.

[@richardnguyen6757]

Cracked up when you were testing it on the board lol

[@ianstouder2319]

When I saw the quantum "tactical flashlight" at harbor freight I bought it because it made me think of this vid. Ended up carrying it so much I went back and got a holster and edc it. Best 10 bucks I've ever tactically spent

[@jordantheokay3168]

I recently picked up a nitecore p10 v2. Has a tail clicky, a dedicated strobe button next to the tail clicky, 1100 lumens, all that. I lost my original p10 years ago at a movie theater. Left it in a cup holder. Im digging the improvements.

[@rmcf3972]

Link?

[@armyfreak9389]

I always read the manuals. Comes as a habit being an avionics tech.

[@hard2hurt]

Yeah I guess that stuff is a little higher stakes.

[@LoveStrangeDr]

Informative and entertaining, the best tag team around!

[@hard2hurt]

Thank you.

[@danman6612]

If you guys want a proper fighting flashlight, get the Klarus XT2CR Flashlight with the BZ-2 strike bezel. It's nasty. The strike bezel is sold separately but it really is one of the most aggressive strikers out there.

[@noahtheknower]

good review, and funny asf with the board demonstration :D

[@edwardk6764]

Seems I had the 710th like on this vid. Good review from a self defense "tactical" standpoint. I would like to see you compare that flashlight with the Olight m2r Pro Warrior. It only maxes at 1800 lumens, but it seems really well constructed, and has a 2 level magnetic back switch that can be put into 2 different modes. I like the UI. Curious about your thoughts on this.

[@jessejordan8116]

Thanks for shedding light on this topic. Sorry couldn’t resist 😂

[@SaftonYT]

7:20 I wonder if Cliff ever questions his friendship with you 😂

[@hard2hurt]

I mean... everyone just kinda gets it by now.

[@rebel4466]

Cliff looks like he could break the tree that board was from lol

[@switch4960]

I was laughing so hard at the lack of warning and Cliff’s reaction to being blinded. I’m shocked we aren’t seeing a bunch of people jumping on the racism train with no context. Icy mike is just so tactical that his trolls unintentionally have some of that tact rub off on them. Spreading common sense on the internet is a dangerous and unpredictable thing, Mike. Great job on spreading the word on lights as defensive tools! I wonder if there is a legal charge that can be levied against someone using a bright light without physical contact. It is a bit of an assault on the senses and can cause vision loss. Might it be ruled assault in certain contexts?

[@matt19122]

"...because I'm a poor." *slow head shake*

[@hard2hurt]

"LitHiUms R 2 EsPeNsIVe!!11"

[@Raiden4019]

@@hard2hurt B R U H

[@stanlim9182]

I always read the manual and none of the products I purchased broke as a result

[@hard2hurt]

You're that guy that is constantly fixing problems for people that you warned them about beforehand.

[@stanlim9182]

@@hard2hurt well… I’m an engineering student sir…

[@FightCommentary]

What?? I just mentioned tactical flashlights in my video too! Synergy!

[@hard2hurt]

Well i talk about them a couple times a month sooo... lol

[@FightCommentary]

@@hard2hurt I used to love Tactical lights man. And then I lost three in a row and stopped buying new ones. They just kept falling out of my pocket.

[@RemingtinArms]

@@FightCommentary I have this coleman flashlight I got from... Well it's been so long I don't remember... Takes triple a batteries. It's very tactical, if your tactic is to illuminate the area. I feel like there's a certain type of person who pays extra for a "tactical" flashlight or pen. I could prolly market ice skates to them as "tactical" combat boots... Sew a bunch of razor blades into some cargo pants cause everything has to be a weapon, just in case you forgot your actual weapon lol

[@petronela910]

@@RemingtinArms I had similar. Coleman with 3 AAA batteries. Paid 30 quid for it, had it 15 years and loved it. Lent it to my wife for a couple of days and she lost it. I was gutted

[@Chieflywaze]

Good info and like the humor too.

[@LucianLacroix]

This is the tactical channel we need in 2023. Love the snark.

[@edlee8195]

I was already a fan, but then you threw out "Eye of Sauron" !! So good 😂

[@SaifulIkram]

Tactically honest and true

[@NebirosKnight]

I tried a fighting flash light once, threw it at the attacker and it just bounced off him. Couldn't fight for shit.

[@JamesRouzier]

It is not a Pokemon

[@mistmango7881]

@@JamesRouzier LOL

[@wills.8662]

"I choose you Fighting Flashlight!!" You probably forgot to yell that first. Then you might have had your attacker almost die from laughter.

[@Gieszkanne]

Maybe you forgot to turn it on?

[@truckerpat3064]

This is really good advice. I carry one of these at work because I go into areas where I can't carry a pistol. I have never had to use it yet but I know how I would use it. I would have it in my left hand. I would blind an approaching attacker and then hit them with a gigantic right straight punch that they can't see coming. I would not use it to strike with. It of course would cut the skin more but I think I could cause more concussive damage by just punching without it. Also, when the cops show up, I would rather tell them I only hit the guy with my hands and not with a weapon.

[@ramonvelasquez8431]

I think you were probably unconsciously scared of breaking their fingers while they holding the board, I know I would be. While on the chair there was pretty much no problem and that's why you could go full board ninja wack-a-mole on it. Really cool vid, nice advice on the flashlights!

[@Jeremymakesmahtoast]

Icy Mike Lowkey one of the greatest ninja master's of our generation.

[@MrHeadshotstreak]

You did the good ol kuk sool won movements and "kiyap." Made me laugh.

[@paul0132]

Hey IcyMike, I live in Canadia and I was wondering if you can recommend a flashlight without the crenulation on the crown? I want to pick something like this up but I'm pretty sure it would get seized by CBSA.

[@KK-VLOG]

Finaly some board breaking using the FLASHLIGHT!! Thank you for making this video.. I wanted to try that myself but didn't want to destroy my beloved flashlight 🤣

[@hard2hurt]

If you got a flashlight that you are worried about breaking, you got the wrong flashlight lol.

[@KK-VLOG]

@@hard2hurt Hahaha thats probably true! I've got the Klarus XT2CR so i think it should be fine.. I was just worried that the impact will crack the lens.. your video cleared all my doubts :D

[@Bukumusicpage]

lmao bro im sitting non the porch looking for stuff and u have everything I always need to buy lmao u make shopping fun haha I love your page

[@z1z2z3z4z1z2]

looks like a TOPK magnetic charging cable.. love them. i have broken tons of micro usb cords by not pulling them out straight, it falling off the desk. after all that board breaking did the flashlight still work?

[@hard2hurt]

Oh yeah.

[@BradYaeger]

If you mentioned this and I missed it, sorry. Can't speak for this brand at all, but I've bought 3 different brands of mini led flashlights with the buttons on the end for the thumb. All worked great for about 2 weeks under lots of on/off use, then the spring gets fatigued and the lights either don't come on, or come on at lower power. I stretched out the springs and that helps a bit for awhile . So if you think you may use one in self defense emergency situation , you may want to keep that in mind. I've switched back to ones with the button on the side myself for every day type use and spare the ones I may use in self defense situation for just that.

[@hayate503]

Buy ones with better quality lmao

[@walterswdf2]

Is a tactical light also useful in daylight? How powerful (LU) would it have to be?

[@danieldeleon5216]

bad guys watching ur channel boutta start wearing tactical sunglasses @ night

[@kurts4867]

What about using the flash lite point ends to RAKE across the skin or press down and twist ???

[@JayVanSaxman]

That's comforting no self preservation...great video

[@rogersmith1936]

Could you one day do a review of the Thrunite BSS v4?

[@somehuman6300]

damn this guy is mean to his crew

[@mtn7224]

Please do a review of the BoneBreaker keychain

[@wh1t3kn1ght03]

When does the hard2hurt fighting flashlight come out…?

[@SemperFi_EDC_Guy]

I dunno, so far nothing beats the M2R in terms of a ass kicking (& blinding) flashlight for me. I'd probably toss a Obulb at the bad guy as he's cringing from my M2R defense just for good measure! Man, I love me some Olight!

[@AY-qy4jn]

What do you think of short rubber nightsticks and blackjacks?

[@ryannachtrab]

Came for a cool flashlight review - stayed for the "BOP, BOP, BOP! BAP, BAP - BOOM!!"

[@furyofbongos]

I love my E9R, I use it daily in my pre-dawn hikes. Unfortunately, somehow the charging indicator light lens popped out in the field (lost). I know they'll replace the light, but still. I also like the high lumen strobe that you can set to be the mode that turns on when you hit the switch for self-defense mode (another non-lethal option that might work for one of those drugged out dangerous zombies you see everywhere now). Not many companies have flashlights that do that.

[@danielstevenson1250]

Molly wop?? Love it.

[@bennymountain1]

Cool. Now we need to know how good are fleshlights for self defense.

[@owenthomas9863]

what smaller flashlight would you recommend?

[@macalinulca]

Good stuff! Actually in the process of buying a flashlight because I simply don't have one around the house. So why not get a 2 purpose one. Good tips here, thanks! Also, no defensive uses for strobe you say? There would be, if they're epileptic I guess.

[@zhethan9908]

Do you think this fighting flashlight is equal to, or better than the stuff from Olight?

[@marcosyy87]

One thing to worry about abusing flashlight on combats is that it got battery inside. And the battery is most likely to be lithium based. You don't want to form a crack on the battery cuz it might eventually release smoke and then explode, just like old motobombs cellphones. The lithium is very dangerous, battery is very dangerous. Ofc you won't be abusing the flashlight very often, but might be a good idea to check the battery after this kind of session

[@crapsterface]

I might have missed it texting, but I just thought if might be mentionable, I was looking at lights, but if people that are the good guys they just want to get a light and use it to defend against bad guys, to be aware of the nub atthe end, some of the lights have a bigger bulb that tapers into the hand, if its for fighting, should be aware of the handle it gives somone of they manage to grab it, Id think you would want ot strait on the end that flashes so it dosent give the grabber much to grab and can slip it out easily. also though if hes that close ( or she ) its probly not even an issue anymore theyd probly grab the person not the light ? I dunno pending the individual I suppose. But ya, end of the bulb, is potential grip for someone to grab

[@brianc9374]

I have a fulton gi w led bulb, mini maglite and some rayovak form hardware store .

[@mauiwowie2282]

I think Cliff was a little cranky about the board holders comments, haha.

[@scaleworksRC]

I use the Sabre 2 in 1 pepper light. OC spray on on end and a 750 lumen light with strobe on the other. Good for my line of work.

[@appalachianexploration5714]

I need a flashlight that color coordinates with my tactical boxers.

[@bsmith6592]

Does the fact that the flashlight is labeled "tactical" show premeditation if you were to have to use it in a confrontation?

[@keepermovin5906]

I doubt it unless the situation is really dubious

[@filiphabek271]

Depends on a country, best is sturdy and heavy non-tactical flashlight.

[@matveykorenukhin3739]

Wassup man I need your help to choose a flashlight 🔦 and there is a little thing that I don’t know what is better for self defense a flashlight with a big head or with a small head . These two flashlights are Fenix tk16 v 2 and fenix pd32 v2 . Tk16 v2 has 3100 lumens and pd32 1800 lumens and the pd32 is way smaller . PLEASE HELP ME

[@dertannenbaum5531]

Hi Mike I actually have been looking into flashlights for a while now, although not for self defense reasons. But I do have a question about the self defense application: My hand is roughly 9cm wide. I imagine that a 13cm flashlight will break my wrist once i hit anything with it. Is that assumption correct? After some research i found out that flashlights with roughly 11cm length are rare as fck. Nitecore MH 11 Olight Baton Pro Acebeam TK 18 AL Skillhunts ds20 Olight Warrior mini 2 What are your thoughts on them or am I looking in a wrong direction all together? Your input is appreciated

[@Sam-lk6eo]

Was it sore on the hands and does it still work ?

[@stegmonjurvinweirdt1834]

So, I do not like that a lot of these telescope. I bought a Rayovac for $20 and fixed it in a position of a focused "laser" beam. I like it a lot.

[@instanthellmurder1]

Been a while since the last flashlight video

[@jenarddecastro2597]

How about the Strobeforce D-TAC self defense tactical flashlight from Lad Mandiola?

[@BacktotheOutdoors]

The Surefire Tactician is a great light. Not a fan of anything with a bezel designed to break skin on impact. I once heard that feature described as contributing nothing to the trauma inflicted upon impact, except now you have someone else’s blood on you. I guess if the bezel is sharp enough to tear flesh, that’s definitely additional trauma, but something to consider.

[@tanjunhao9546]

this is the comment ive been looking for. I was thinking about the importance of the pointy bezels in a fighting flashlight, and this comment broke it down pretty perfectly. Thank you!

[@tonyjay617]

I'd simply defend with my fighting sunglasses

[@jeremyalexander1613]

You should do a video on flash bang flash light

[@inund8]

is there a video on tacpens/flashlights and how they can be used in fight that goes to a clinch/wrestle?

[@hard2hurt]

Yes.

[@George-iz2ce]

When I was playing Counter Strike, I trolled people by responding "Camp? You mean Tactical Map Placement"

[@tangobayus]

This is a great idea because it works at some distance as well as close up. Ice pick grip is hard to deal with from the bad guy's point of view.

[@ellejendario97]

The ice pick grip is the best deterrent

[@tangobayus]

@@ellejendario97 Lots of flashlights have sharp edges near the light :)

[@ellerybice3787]

tactical is practical in impactful.

[@tettsubushi]

The M18 striker was amazing. Seems light olight discontinued

[@s1ngularityxd64]

are those LEP lights an option? - their beams are so intense

[@mintymunchy9003]

Strobing will induce nausea and cause disorientation, it’s pretty useful. Great video tho 🙌🏼

[@hard2hurt]

It won't.

[@Bloodwyn99]

Do a video on fleshlight next

[@renshieldonpadilla4190]

Hello Mike, I watched one of your videos and you mentioned that a small baseball bat is effective for home defense. There is this baseball bat that is also a flashlight (Shenyu brand). Wondering what will be your thoughts on that product.

[@ChamorruWarrior]

Those “bats” suck. Just get a good flashlight and learn to actually fight. You’ll be golden.

[@miked9653]

Think he has a vid on effectiveness of home defense tools like this. Wasn't on the top list...lol

[@shagoom1580]

I have a question so someone was shot and killed at my school I don’t feel safe would this be a good option to have with me at school?

[@matveykorenukhin3739]

And will the bigger head deal more damage than small one ???

[@sunnyshine4513]

mike best is really the vipertek flashlight taser you have. why: loop-to-loop for nunchucks 😎 stun-chucks

[@youdontseeanoldmanhavinatw4904]

Best budget alternative?

[@ajackson-ross7295]

Is it better then the olight and fenix

[@juliendaligault1787]

I just love the club members :p

[@thefeatheredfrontiersman8135]

If I spend more than 5$ I always read the manual. Often times for less $$ I read the directions. As a designer I understand full well that there are multiple features, safety measures and warranty policies I need my consumer to understand. Always know the full function, utilities, and safety capabilities so read the manual!

[@adamlee581]

Which of these is greater? Hard 2 hurt flashlight videos or chael sonnan jake paul vs ben askrin videos? 😆

[@hard2hurt]

I only bring this to you because the fighting flashlight has the best ratio of advantages to disadvantages out of any self defense weapon.

[@adamlee581]

@@hard2hurt 😆

[@richaquilastokes]

There are a lot of moving parts here. H2H all the way!