Thrunite TN12 PRO Review-I found my perfect EDC/TAC Light

I finally found my perfect light. Check out what makes this the unbeatable perfect combination of tactical and edc.
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[@Aerox90]

"This is where my search ends! I have found the pefect light!" I have said that MANY times 😂 There is no end, lol.

[@flashlightcrazy]

You are not wrong, i found out shortly after this video that there is no end

[@josecenteno9043]

🤣😂👍

[@oKritical]

​@flashlightcrazy what's your edc now?

[@maxlvledc]

I agree, very good. They have 2 improvements left to make: 1. Recess the side switch more, or make the switch have a longer press so it can't accidently come on. 2. When it comes on in moonlight with a side press, the flashlight should then be able to ramp up from there, at this moment you can ONLY access the moonlight. Do these and it would be perfect, but still its very very good for the price.

[@markpettie681]

Br you are spot on with your comment! They also need to make the rubber charge port better because when people pull it out of their pocket it tends to catch and the rubber piece pops open! I love your channel as well!

[@davidblades7989]

Yeah young man I have the same problem you have about looking for threats all the time, most people don’t want to live like that but they have never been in danger like you & I have been in, I am a Vietnam Veteran and I pride myself in looking for threats before they happen, I am like you that’s the way I am mentally programmed, i will never change, I am 75 years young now and still believe that I need to protect myself and my family, you have great information be safe! Wild man!!!!! Thanks

[@HarryPooter541]

Thanks to your videos, I’ve recently picked up a t14c since I live in a pretty sketchy area. With that I had to get a smaller micro stream for all other uses. Totally worth it for a self defense light. Thank you, sir for taking the time to help us all out.

[@flashlightcrazy]

Thanks for the comment Tim. In my opinion, the T14C is the holy grail of mixture between candela and lumens. The candela is just enough to be blinding, but not too much that the hot spot is too small. That coupled with the cool white and single output makes it a great stunning tool. Good choice man.

[@keithbeckett1349]

Good to see your clear excitement and enthusiasm in the video about this... Its very nice to find something which really hits the spot and fulfill our wants and needs for something we like/enjoy/carry. I think us into hobbies like these are very particular and have attention to detail, so the little features such as access to turbo but then also the ultra low mode for the little day to day tasks we are doing... They really do matter and make or break the user experience. This definitely looks like a very good example of a well thought out torch with us fussy nerds in mind.

[@flashlightcrazy]

Thanks mate I appreciate your comment a lot

[@drutgat2]

Great review. Many thanks.

[@downonit22]

ive bought 3 of these because theyre such a good bang for the buck. For some reason it really stands its ground with some of my dedicated weapon light, specifically the weltool LH8 head and the Malkoff Devices E2XTL head. All are ran off of 18650 and the TN12 PRO still just makes such a good light and im probably going to continue to buy them till I cant anymore.These definitly run better on the Surefire 3500mah batteries

[@NGMonocrom]

2:55 ~ Extra button cover for the side switch.

[@scotscheideman9800]

I doubt that

[@NGMonocrom]

@@scotscheideman9800 Your doubt doesn't change the fact. Have had a TN12 Pro for years. That's what that extra piece is for.

[@scotscheideman9800]

@@NGMonocrom Then please post a quick video on your channel of how this could possibly work, if you can , which I completely doubt. It is a a piece of silicone shaped like a kids top that you say will cover the button????

[@scotscheideman9800]

Here, I posted a quick video for you, please respond with the info on how to make this work as an - "Extra button cover for the side switch." kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2KrhXeFjNmMY7s

[@scotscheideman9800]

@@NGMonocrom I just posted a video for you to respond to-- I hope you can kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2KrhXeFjNmMY7s The TN12PRO has the highest output of any SFT40 I have measured. I would love to be able to deep pocket carry it safely

[@Rfx372]

I believe the extra part with the O rings is a spare seal for the side switch.

[@bretts7085]

Yup it sure is, it goes under the plastic side switch button !!

[@flashlightcrazy]

Ahh Thanks man!

[@jonahberks]

Thanks

[@aphex2k]

Cracking review bro. I had ordered an Olight Warrior 3s but they stuffed up the order. I had a TN12 in my eBay watchlist and the seller offered me a discount (liteshop) so 90 bucks delivered. Looks like I'll be checking out more reviews from you. Biggups from Perth.....yeeeeewwwwww!

[@flashlightcrazy]

Thans mate!! Good to hear from a fellow Aussie. Stay tuned brother

[@markpettie681]

This has an awesome mode bro!! Plus it has duel springs which the Fenix pd35 lacks! Plus that green is just sick! Thanx for the great rundown on this sweet torch👍

[@flashlightcrazy]

Thanks for watching bro. It does make a brilliant light for almost anything you need

[@playstopplay]

thanks for being transparent with us in this video. i might have to pick one up for myself, i just wish this model came in the kind of green that olight has on their models. the tan is nice but the price difference makes it an easier choice to go with black. anyway, keep up the great work! glad you found your perfect light!

[@flashlightcrazy]

Thanks heaps man. Yes I was thinking the same thing about the OD Green! It is a brilliant colour. I reckon Olight have done well on that. You won't regret getting one of these if you choose to.

[@playstopplay]

@@flashlightcrazy ordered so fast via amazon and they have a 10% off coupon to boot. $48.98 USD shipped same day delivery!

[@flashlightcrazy]

@@playstopplay Amazing! You'll be enjoying it soon. Good on ya mate

[@danmettie3619]

When I got into law enforcement, I purchased the original TN12 not the Pro which I still use on my duty belt. I recently purchased the TN12 Pro. I would say that using the Pro for law enforcement purposes is not a good choice. Thrunite changed the function on the side button on the TN12 Pro from the TN12 which now activate the light by pressing that button on the side of that light. The original TN12 side button functioned differently. When I first got the TN12 Pro, I put it in my flash light holder on my duty belt. When inserting the TN12 Pro into my flashlight holder, the side button would always depress against my flashlight holder and it would turn the light on which could potentially light me up allowing other people to see me. I noticed when I put the flashlight into any pocket, it would also depress the side button and turn that light on. I ended up using the pocket clip and attaching the TN12 Pro to the outside of my tactical vest. I do have to be careful not to bump the side button and accidentally turned the light on and giving up my position. I do understand there is a lockout mode on the TN12 Pro but when seconds matter in a serious situation, I don’t have times to disable the lockout mode so I can turn the light back on. I hope Thrunite makes a flashlight which is more law enforcement user friendly like the original TN12. I do like that the TN12 Pro has immediate turbo mode by pressing the rear button but my belief is until Thrunite makes some changes to the functionality of the side button, try to find an original TN12 or find a different option, if the use is not Law Enforcement or tactical purposes.

[@danmettie3619]

I meant to say If the use is for tactical or law enforcement purposes.

[@flashlightcrazy]

Wow man, thanks so much for that detailed comment. Please tune in for my Self-defence video using a torch, I would love your opinion. The video is not going to be out until i receive a few more lights to use in it, but it is based on actual experiences i have had where a torch has been the difference between serious trouble and escape/defend. It is not going to be one of those "let me show you what to do and become a master martial artist in a 20 min video" it is going to be more of a conversation about the state of mind most of us default to in a high-stress situation, and what to do mentally to prepare yourself for acting quickly where (as you said) seconds count. thanks again for the comment. I hope you continue to watch the channel. Cheers

[@danmettie3619]

My hope is in future version changes with the TN12 Pro the manufacturer Thrunite will address the side button issue and change the functionality of the side button back to the functionality of the original TN12 or recess that button further down into the body of the torch so the side button is not flush with or or does not slightly stick out from the body of the torch so that button is less likely to be depressed accidentally causing the torch to light up. I’m looking forward to seeing more videos from you.

[@user-tc2bk7fs9j]

This is why I like my fenix pd35 v3. Set it and forget it. Also… the side button is very shallow and subdued by the heat sinks in front and back of this area. Even the tail switch from the back has the tail switch a bit lower than the flanges around it. The only thing it does not have it duel contact springs in the battery compartment contact areas. But I’ve dropped my light like 8 times now from waist height and now and no flickers or misfire with light. 100 solid

[@aquasound-escapes898]

@@danmettie36191 more thing. The side switch on the pd35 v3 is completely disabled until you physically click the tail switch on. For tactical users this is preferred because there is no way to accidentally turn the light on. The only way you could turn the light on by bumping the tail switch which is slightly protruded from tail flanges. In this case I would holster the light face down. Both lights awesome. I bought both, wife said 1 has to go back 😅 so I did a quick comparison and chose to keep the pd35 v3. Both literally have the same led, same dimensions, candela rating. Both are really good lights.

[@dstdrummer]

22:32 This is very similar to the light I built with a driver that has the, “Dr Jones”, interface. In my driver they call it short cycle memory. I can program it to have numerous modes. To cycle through them you use half presses with only a slight pause. After I settle on a mode, it uses that mode every time it’s turned on. But the short cycle memory works so that no matter what mode have stopped at for more that I think a half second or a second, a half press will take me back to low. I love this interface as I rarely use high or turbo. So the Thrunite interface seems fantastic. This is as close as I’ve seen to the Dr Jones anywhere else. This may be my next bedside light instead of the Warrior Mini 3. Thank you!!

[@grannieannie1371]

My son is also hyper vigilant and so I bought him a decent torch for pretty much the same reason. To avoid people and if he can't, to stun them and run away. He is a black belt but if you can avoid shit it's always better. As a female a good torch is a pretty good self defence option for me too. It just helps create a bit of distance between you and the assailant.

[@flashlightcrazy]

Brilliant!! Thank you for the comment. Please check out my self-defence video on using a light

[@VegaNurse.]

Thanks again for the recommendation and now review. Found it for 50 USD, which even with delivery and import tax is still cheaper than buying here in Europe. Looks like it'll do everything I need it to!

[@flashlightcrazy]

Glad you found it mate!

[@Stevens_EDC_Reviews]

It's a spare seal for the side switch. Good video.

[@JohnDoe-cf8jz]

When I first saw this and looked up the price on Amazon I was quite excited, then I read the reviews... many people saying how it overheats and also stops working after a short time plus other issues like the thing turning on by itself and draining the battery. The one star rating is 16% which is huge for any product. I'm not saying this for any sort of sarcasm, I really thought I'd finally found my first EDC torch for self defence and was excited to get it, but after seeing that feedback I have to keep looking.

[@MainCharacterDotX]

I saw some people complaining that the turbo cycles down after 7 mins. 7 mins is the most amount of turbo in any of these kinds of lights. 😑

[@bass305-HCCA]

Don't trust every review you read. Half these people complain that the light will just turn on. They have no idea on how to use the light. And when you go for a few minutes on turbo, yeah, most lights are going to get real hot. I have this light. It's awesome.

[@JohnDoe-cf8jz]

@@bass305-HCCA That's cool, thanks for the comment. I went with an O-light Warrior 3s which is kind of funny in that so many people hate on O-light, but really like it.

[@Rich_EDC]

Had this light for a year and never had a issue. On turbo yea it gets hot but trade off it holds 1900 lumens for 7 mins. I love this light. Reasonable priced to not hurt if lost and great for EDC and defense. Reviews on Amazon can be wrong when bragging and wrong when hating.

[@bass305-HCCA]

I have it. It's awesome

[@TacticalBruce]

Hey buddy, what a great torch. It definitely wouldn't be my first choice in a self-defence situation but I think a really good EDC and what a fantastic price thanks for the heads up. take care = )

[@flashlightcrazy]

Thanks Bruce. ALways love your comments mate. Cheers

[@FalconFXICCY]

The SFT40 LED is such a good LED. The combination of high efficiency and 2000+ lumens output driven hard is what makes this emitter so good, whether it's paired with a TIR or a SMO reflector. With a good boost driver and regulation, you get a light like this Thrunite that becomes an amazing duty light. And depending on the reflector, you can make this a great general purpose flood light or an amazing thrower. The more shallow reflector of the TN12P just so happens to find the sweet spot of flood+throw combo with the SFT-40.... Thanks for the great review!

[@FalconFXICCY]

As an aside, if you really like this LED, you may like it even more in the body of the Noctigon DM11. It'll be more tightly focused and give you 130,000 candela, all while keeping that soft spill.

[@flashlightcrazy]

Thanks for the comment!! Great detail

[@ConstantinDV]

Could you do a short 1 year after experience follow up and perhaps compare it with some newer flshlights that you found closely, equal, or even more satifying? I loved your passionate review and genuine enjoyment of this light and ordered it after watching your video. Great work. new subscriber here.

[@brandonpausta2206]

You know, it's nice to know that other people have the same mindset that I walk out of the house with. Everyone is a potential threat until you show me otherwise. Cloud defensive hc and modlite are the two ultimate self defense torches....also have a ultimate price!!!

[@AAA-tc1uh]

What an enthusiastic review! I like your style. Yes, this one ticks many boxes, but I would like to see regulated output and maybe better usb port flap. I still consider buying it though...

[@aphex2k]

Say what you like about Olights but the magnetic charging for me, is spot on. No rubber flaps or potential water ingress . Nailed it imho.

[@TM-tw1py]

I’m sold - Will place an order. Better deal than Olight. At these prices - would prefer this less expense version in case I lose it.

[@PaoloMarchi533]

Today I just got this flashlight for 53€ in Amazon IT!!! The black CW color has the metal power button!! Anyway, thanks to you for making me discover this fantastic flashlight. I wanted to ask you a great favor if you enjoy doing it, Would you make a comparative video, including beam comparison between the TN12 Pro and the W3s? Thank you in advance. Man, you are a great keep it up

[@collectorman7]

Salut , est-elle démontable en 2 ou 3 parties ? ( head , tube , tail or head , and tube + tail in one piece ? ) thx 👍

[@62borneo]

Totally agree!

[@Bebop88]

How would you compare the TN12 Pro to the Acebeam P16?

[@TopDog8762]

This was my pick for EDC light of 2022. What I like most about it, it lets you decide when its too hot. No kidding it will burn in turbo until you think it going to catch fire before it steps down.

[@ianmaw66]

I really love your long form videos. Please keep it up. I have the TT20 which is like a larger version of the same torch. I am thinking of buying the TN12 Pro too though, partially thanks to your video. No big deal but you did spell "Triple" incorrectly. No offence.

[@ethannguchewling3700]

Hey would it be possible for me to replace the mattery to 26650 5000mah battery for greater battery size?

[@scotscheideman9800]

SOOO, just got my TN12 in the mail a few days ago, it seems to have a larger, less defined hotspot than yours, is a noticeable variation in beam pattern a common thing, or should I be talking to Thrunite about this? At 7ft(213cm) from a wall, my hot spot is 12½in(32cm) wide and has a very fuzzy or blurred transition- not a crisp sharp transition like yours

[@KnivesSurvival]

I just bought this light for $32. I am concerned with the side switch being to easy to turn on the light?

[@onedirection3510]

Some reviewers state the side button is very sensitive. It can turn on in pocket. Has anyone experienced this problem? Will this light run on 2x cr123’s as well?

[@karanbantawa6236]

Congratuations on finding that perfect torch!!! It really has a smart UI. And 7.5 mins of turbo!!! I will leave Olight, I think. LOL. Anyway, keep posting. And God bless! 🙂

[@flashlightcrazy]

Thanks mate! Appreciate the support. Stay safe

[@aquasound-escapes898]

But after it does that turbo for 7 minutes can the light be turned back off and reactivated turbo?

[@jonathancaldentey4615]

Turbo only last about 1.5 minutes. Then drops down by about half, maybe a little more. The 7 minute claim is for when the light is officially down to its step down, but the full turbo it’s less than 2 minutes. Still not bad though

[@onedirection3510]

Too hot to hold on high or turbo?

[@karemalbash5020]

do you know what CRI it has?

[@scotscheideman9800]

2 weeks after getting my TN12 Pro. I love the beam profile (even though it does not look as crisp and tight as yours does in your vids) and I love the UI. However, even though I got mine Several months after you , mine has the protruding side button. This turns the flashlight onto Memory mode with just the slightest brush or bump.Impossible to pocket carry unless you "Lock it out" which makes it totally worthless as a self defense carry light. I opened a live chat on Thrunite's webpage. The first reply I got was that TN12's are discontinued, the next, (different person) suggested I buy a 659 Lumen Saber AA battery light. SO, I'm buying only Wuurkos, Sofirn, Convoy , Acebeam or Fenix, but never Thrunite again

[@flashlightcrazy]

Thanks for the comment mate. Thanks for watching and for your support

[@Mike-gm8uu]

Pick up a Fenix PD36R. Looks identical in body to this light. Had mine for over 2 years now. Battery still holds a charge perfectly. No issues with either of the switches and charging port still seals like the day I bought it. A bit pricey but worth every cent.

[@scotscheideman9800]

@@Mike-gm8uu I have months ago purchased a Wurkkos FC12 and a Sofirn SP35T. both have excellent tactical UI. Tailswitch only activation, straight to turbo, sideswitch cannot turn the light on. I carried both for a couple months but the Sofirn is the only one I have carried everyday for 2-3 months now with never a single accidental activation in my pocket--I had several with the TN12. The SP35T has 3800 lumen turbo and the XHP50B emitter throws a much bigger hotspot than most other "tactical" lights so blinding both eyes on a would be attacker at critical range is a much higher likelihood. There is also ZERO chance of it coming on at any other level than full turbo.

[@nickmartin8495]

@@scotscheideman9800 I considered the Sofirn SP35 but i needed an 18650 not 21700 because i have 50+ 18650 batteries.

[@scotscheideman9800]

@@nickmartin8495 The Wurkkos FC12 uses 18650's- same UI as the SP35T

[@truetrades7056]

200 comments. Thanks for all the reviews!

[@khonjel_singh]

I'm still searching for a budget (sub-40 dollar) tactical flashlight that's 14500 battery. Imo 14500 size is the most practical in battery support and overall size imo. Hopefully Wurkkas (or is it Sofirn since they're the IEM) come out with 14500 version of FC12.

[@bills.2214]

Hello, I was wondering if you could give me feedback on the side switch. Does it come on accidentally in your pocket? I have had the TT20 and that happened frequently. I wanted to give this flashlight a try, thanks for your feedback.

[@vrab.]

Have you tried putting a silicon ring (normally used for drop protection on flashlights and vapes) on the light just above or just below the button? This would create more contact with the rubber silicon than the button. Another method to try would be to orient the clip to be aligned with the button so the button faces away from your leg. 😊

[@todds2254]

Hi, does the light have springs at both ends of the battery? Looks great for an 18650. For me, I'm trying to decide on a 21700 light, Fenix TK20R v2, Acebeam P17, or Nitecore P23i.... Love the reviews, thanks.

[@nickmartin8495]

love the P23i

[@nekkomr]

For me this is also the best mixture of utility and defensive light use. I have the Fenix PD35 V3 but the UI on the TN12 Pro is much better, the only things I didn't like are the unregulated output and charging port (I prefer no charging ports) but it beats the PD35 V3 in everything else to be honest. Now I EDC a TK22 Tac, a little big but not as big as I thought it would be. Much heavier with 21700 battery and larger head but I like it. Some people think just because it's "perfect" for you, it's perfect for everyone else. It's called "preference" folks, cheers! 🤜🤛

[@flashlightcrazy]

I couldn't agree more. I try to keep my opinions about lights clearly subjective. Because life is totally subjective. My perfect light is someone else's trash.

[@nekkomr]

​@@flashlightcrazy yeah there's no single formula on having a "perfect" setup. I also EDC a Wurkkos HD15 with 2 spare 18650 as when I or other people need it, it's mostly for repairs so it needs to sustain a lot of standby times. It lives in my Helikon-Tex EDC Compact, it has a great EDC dedicated compartment too, if you're into carrying small bags

[@flashlightcrazy]

@@nekkomr Sounds awesome

[@user-tc2bk7fs9j]

That I disagree on. I ordered 2 lights for my birthday. A thrunite tn12 pro and a fenix pd35 v3. First thing I checked was candela on turbo for both lights; They both have equal candela power. To me, this detail was most important. Now the moonlight low on the tn12 pro is more of a true moonlight low than the fenix. In my opinion, both lights stack up almost equal BUT the thrunite has more versatility with instant access to turbo, last set mode brightness and moon light mode. BUT To me, even still, the fenix pd35 v3 just has a stupid, simple solid User interface where U set the brightness for your intended use and it’s a… “set it forget it type light. And the quality of the fenix, the aesthetics of the light seem a cut above thrunite. They are both the same in all dimensions literally. Both great lights I’m just in favor of the fenix light and sent the thrunite back.

[@mcmlxv9827]

I've had one for quite awhile. It's okay, but I have many lights that I prefer. My biggest complaint is that I do not like the rubber charging port cover, it never stays in place and I constantly have to fit it back into place. It's a nice light, but that one thing is annoying. I don't have a large collection, but others that I own that I prefer: Surefire edc2-dft, Cloud Defense MCH-EDC, Zebralight, Malkoff M61HOT. In the US this is $46 for the Black one, for that price it's good.

[@shannonnicollechannel5884]

3:15 it's a replacement piece for the tail cap or side switch...I'm not sure which one for sure

[@mateograx964]

Hey love your videos! I need a duty/tactical flashlight. Which would you recommend, the TN12 Pro or PD35 v3.

[@flashlightcrazy]

I would recommend the Weltool T17. Check out my latest video with this light. It is perfect utility light

[@mateograx964]

@@flashlightcrazy ok thx I will check it out

[@shaneangeles3160]

Is anyone else experiencing an excessive amount of heat after a minute of it being on? I’ve requested a replacement and seems to be the same issue.

[@jaymes2ski123]

Regarding the TN12 Pro: Has anyone else noticed that when you use the double lockout (side button and tail btton ) feature, there is a significant amout of parasitic drain? It doesn't seem to have a significant drain when using just the side button lockout feature alone.

[@wxwatcher9315]

I read the Streamlight ProTac 2.0 holds 2000 lumens for a much longer time. Please let us know your thoughts on that light. If it

[@flashlightcrazy]

I will try get my hands on one. That sounds like a good light

[@misterge1279]

Hi, friend. It looks like a great flashlight, but it is worth double or more than a Wurkkos with the same LED and lumens. I do not know if you have tried the Mataminco FT02, the vintage appearance. I bought it recently and it seems to me a cool. Worthy of being in your collection. It is available in Banggood and Aliexpress (I do not make an announcement or spam) and I think you would like. Greetings from Spain.

[@amonzia]

Hi Mate. Still your top choice? Over the PD35R?

[@flashlightcrazy]

For a multipurpose light that can be used for instant moonlight, instant output of your choice AND instant turbo - nothing has beaten this one yet

[@NightFly216]

I have two earlier versions of the Tn12 and they have both worked perfectly, no problems to speak of; my issue with the Tn12 Pro is the side switch, the side switch has very little resistance and due to this fact it constantly comes on in my pocket, I find the light basically unable to be carried due to this problem. If you don’t plan to carry the light in your pocket you might be ok but this makes this light a no go for me personally. It’s unfortunate.

[@user-ox8de6oz8c]

Hi, Does you thrunite tn12 gets too hot after using it for a couple mins?

[@flashlightcrazy]

Yes, it does get quite hot

[@adamgrimes820]

If I’m not ready to stumble across leather face then I’m not ready for my day.

[@greghaddock8316]

That’s for your button I’d bet. Goes under the switch Agree with your escape the threat strategy. Last resort is fight. Don’t let your ego do the thinking. Agree on the purpose of a pocket knife. Unless you’ve been trained to use it as a defensive weapon and don’t mind being interviewed by PD, having your name on the news etc. great video

[@flashlightcrazy]

Thanks man. Glad to hear there are people still out there who think with their brain and not their ego. I love my subscribers and people who watch my videos - all like-minded! Thanks for your support

[@AAA-tc1uh]

I'm on the market as well for this kind of light. These are the 3 major options right now, w.r.t EDC/"tactical" light, slim enough to carry in a pocket comfortably: 1. Fenix PD35 (or the slightly more hefty PD36). Pros: excellent/best build quality, regulated(!). Cons: UI is more EDC than tactical - all modes are memorized so if you want turbo you have to remember to set it to turbo beforehand. 2. Thrunite TN12 Pro, reviewed here. Pros: Cheaper, Candela, UI. Cons: unregulated, flimsy usb flap. 3. Wurkkos FC12 (newer version, with tactical UI): Pros: Cheapest, same intensity, direct access to both turbo and moonlight. Cons: unregulated, and, depends on your preferences - two group UI, one for EDC another for tactical use. In the tactical interface single click is turbo but rapid double click gets you strobe, which might be annoying and unintended, some driver hiccups (in EDC mode).

[@markpettie681]

For the price and high capacity battery it cannot be beat! And the green is just sick!

[@Testeverything521]

How effective is 36k candela in the daylight?

[@flashlightcrazy]

Pretty good if you are within a meter or so

[@okinawanah3463]

self defense is lethal force needed which is a handgun with a mounted light or pepper spray

[@flashlightcrazy]

Not in Australia, mate

[@okinawanah3463]

@@flashlightcrazy well unless you have a good lawyer to determine when deadly force was justified, but pepper spray is always a good defense to keep distance combined with the strobing of a light. the Acebeam L19 really did help me. Any high candela thrower light does the job especially when you’re indoors so you don’t blind yourself.

[@richs3528]

I feel the exact same way about this light, as it seems to tick all the boxes for a combined EDC/tactical/SHTF torch. The direct access to the moonlight mode is certainly not unique, but to me is essential for the extended runtimes and is something that Fenix rarely provides. The back switch being momentary or full on to turbo is also essential for a torch that could be used as a defensive tool. The high candela from the SFT40 emitter and the price being so competitive were the icing on the cake. The only concern is a possible question mark over reliability, as I bought a second which was DOA. Another small gripe I have with Thrunite torches over the last few years (and some other makes) is the much reduced output in strobe mode - this to me makes absolutely no sense! However because of the easy access to turbo, this is no big deal on this torch. I also purchased a Acebeam L35, as it has essentially the same UI, with direct moonlight and direct turbo only from the rear switch - just with more output and more throw, although the increased head size makes it only really jacket pocketable. If you are interested in a compact thrower (1000m) then the Thrunite Catapult Pro is a great option and has replaced my Acebeam K70 in the collection. I certainly dont need to see 100om, but to me the point is seeing maybe 200m or so while using relatively little power compared to a light when run on turbo. Anyway, congrats on producing high quality content, all the best from the UK. PS a couple of other KZbin flashlight channels that I think are worth checking out if you haven't already are SRD Lights (also from Aus) and Flashaholic (see his Thrunite Catapult Pro vid)

[@flashlightcrazy]

Thanks mate! Love the detailed info. I really appreciate your support. I have just bought the older brother of this one. Basically the same light but in 21700 and more power. Let's see how they stack up against each other

[@aquasound-escapes898]

I find a light that can reach 400 meters is as far as I can see with my naked eye with humidity/ condensation/ ambient lighting at night. If I can get a light as compact as the tn12 pro or pd35 v3… that’s plenty perfect and all I need. 1 question tho: does the tn12 pro have duel springs? That’s awesome if so. 1 detail Phoenix is missing on the PD series.

[@richs3528]

@@aquasound-escapes898 Yes the TN12Pro does use double springs (both ends), uses a non proprietary battery - unlike a lot of Nitecore and Olight designs, and has the to me essential sub 1 lumen mode for vastly extended runtimes, something that Fenix inexplicably has struggled to implement in the majority of their designs. since forever!

[@hrmIwonder]

Why wasn't this light in your recent self defense light comparison video? Have you soured on this as a good self defense light? It isn't too narrow of a Hotspot for blinding someone is it? Seems to be the most pocketable out of various tactical lights (except the underpowered warrior 3 mini)..

[@flashlightcrazy]

No this makes for a fantastic light for self-defence and practicality. But I was trying to narrow down to strictly self-defence. the mini 3 was in there for its size but didnt turn out to be very useful

[@hrmIwonder]

@flashlightcrazy thanks for the reply!.. of course I knew flashlights existed but I didn't know they were hobby among some people until i started searching for a self defense edc. A multi purpose edc flashlight makes a lot of sense to me. Cool channel! I carry pepper spray but a flashlight will overall be more useful, extra light is often useful., Just gotta game out the scenarios for when to use each one.

[@flashlightcrazy]

Check out my self-defence video in my channel. It is long but is comprehensive @@hrmIwonder

[@2fast2block]

So glad you found your light. Hope it keeps on working for you. Having the Olight warrior mini 2 with the tail switch and also the forward button, then using the Nitecore P23i for a few weeks straight, I find I like using just the tail switch for doing everything more than having the front button too. Of course, that's me. Hope you don't have the issue I read on several reviews that the forward button is so easy to push, they've found the light turned on in their pocket and even in the holster without them ever tuning it on.

[@flashlightcrazy]

Oh no, I hope i don't have that problem! Only time will tell haha. Warrior mini 2 is a great light. I use it all the time. But it lacks in candela (for me). Thanks for the support!

[@2fast2block]

​@@flashlightcrazy so glad to hear you'll still be doing light reviews. I do like that beam shot that TN12 gives. Nice. Testing showed the turbo lumens just above 1500 but the candela at start was 38,327 and reaches 392 meters. Of course, like so many lights, it drops from there as time goes by. I think you will be very happy with that light. It does offer so much in a small package.

[@flashlightcrazy]

Thanks man. Of course I’ll continue these reviews. I will never stop hahaha. To many amazing lights to get through!!

[@2fast2block]

@@flashlightcrazy fantastic! After sufficient use over time, give us an update on your TN12.

[@LumenAddict]

10 months on is this still your ultimate flashlight or have you come across other beauties?

[@flashlightcrazy]

I have come across other beauties. However, my missus still uses this one for her absolute favourite light.

[@Cjmm007]

Is this still your favorite/ best for the money edc/tac light??

[@flashlightcrazy]

Yep, thus far it is! It isn't the best pure tac light, and it isn't the best pure EDC light, but as far as edc/tactical applications, it is my favourite still

[@dstdrummer]

Good luck to you man! It sucks y’all can’t have the same rights as we do here in the states as far as the, “tools”, we can carry for self defense. I pray for y’all down there. It’s a shame that they rounded up y’alls, “tools”. I’ve watched a bunch of your vids. Time to throw you a sub brother.

[@jtwig9311]

Get a wuben T1...thats the perfect tac light with perfect beam. Also 18650.

[@Bombs911]

Its for the side switch

[@robbiestewart8179]

I can use a light in self defense situation, It totally screws up my 3 dot nite sights. haha

[@bigbossignition]

Have you tried the BSS V5? I'm trying to decide between the one you are reviewing here and the BSS (both thrunite). I also love in Oz.

[@flashlightcrazy]

Yes, check my channel bro. I have reviewed the BSS V5. It's in my videos somewhere. I prefer the TN12 PRO for the candela

[@bigbossignition]

@@flashlightcrazy thank you so much for your help. I will look for it now.

[@pizzadave9812]

It's a great light except for that side switch it's to sensitive

[@geckomabster1625]

you mean this is much better than your weltool?

[@XperiencePureness]

I don't mean anything bad but the TN12 Pro is unregulated which means that its output will continue to drop as the battery voltage drops so it probably won't always be reliable for self-defense. I personally use a Convoy S21B with a Osram CULPM1 which is able to sustain over 29K candela for over 2 hours and more than 57K candela on turbo. The only drawback of Convoy is its UI that's why I carry around 2 flashlights as EDC.

[@flashlightcrazy]

But if you get the 12 mode group on the S21B then you can choose a mode that has low and turbo or constant turbo. I have that one too and i love it. Thanks for your comment about the thrunite. I agree that unregulated issue is a problem. But the candela and lumens still remain enough to use as self defence in a situation at night, when our eyes have adjusted to the dark. I just make sure i charge it every night.

[@XperiencePureness]

@@flashlightcrazy I set my Convoy to group 11 (100%, 20%, Strobe) and turned off memory mode so it would always start on turbo whenever I turned it on and after that I could access the strobe with a double tap. But group 11 is not suitable for EDC because usually I only need low mode, medium or even moon mode that's why I paired Convoy S21B with Wurkkos HD15. I also use the 18650 battery in the Convoy S21B so I can use my HD15 as an external charger while traveling. Bad things can also happen during the day, especially in quiet places, that's why I prefer a regulated flashlight and based on an experiment I did on myself by looking at the flashlight from a distance of 5 meters, the Convoy S21B is still quite effective during the day.

[@flashlightcrazy]

@@XperiencePureness I totally agree, but in my experience, the only thing that does anything worthwhile in the daytime is an LEP. This is just my opinion and my experience, but during the day, our eyes are adjusted to the daylight that LED light does not seem to have enough of an effect to distract an attacker, whereas an LEP in the daytime does. Like i said, just my opinion and experience - doesn't mean i am right

[@user-tc2bk7fs9j]

At that point, if that’s what I’m using my flashlight for your better off buying a high powered laser hehe lol. At night if I’m going anywhere I suspect to dangerous, I set my fenix pd35 v3 to turbo and forget it. It’s in my front left pocket. My knife is in my right front pocket. Like you, I’d prefer to use my light to shine on a potential attacker and tell them I’m armed. If it gets down to it I’ve thought this through; Potential attack scenarios: 1. Suspect stops advancing toward me after I shine in face, turns the other way and runs away. A: my objective at that point would be to get to a safe area where other people are and surveillance cameras. 2.: Suspect is either on drugs or is set on mugging me/ attacking me. A: this is where it gets interesting; i pull out my light from left pocket using left hand, with left hand extended all the way out out of line from my silhouette. The suspect is being drawn in to attack me from this position. Now my right hand has drawn out my knife from the right side of my body and ready to slash, stab or sever an artery when the suspect engages me with my light to the left. I CONTROL THE FIGHT WHERE HE TARGETS THE LIGHT. This is also effective if he has a gun. Although at this point it is better to run if he is already temporarily blinded from light and starts firing toward the light which again is OFF the LINE OF SIGHT toward my direct silhouette 👤. Just wanted to share this info with you. I

[@flashlightcrazy]

@@user-tc2bk7fs9j Legend man! Thanks for sharing! for real

[@paulbrown7798]

display your lights professionally- by not talking with your hands. like the channel

[@flashlightcrazy]

Thanks for the feedback mate. It all helps

[@LostLeftyLimb]

That extra little plastic thing you got there is a “P.P. plug” it’s meant to go in your pee hole to cork your willy so you don’t pee yourself because you just got a Thrunite TN12pro. That said have you tried the sofirn sc31t pro? It’s the same set up with a simplified Anduril. I’d love to see a comparison video on them together and what your thoughts are.

[@flashlightcrazy]

Yeah I was using a a bit of cotton bud to stop the pee but I can see how that plastic thing would do better. Cheers. Also, I will certainly look into the Sofirn SC31T. Thanks for the idea

[@donne9768]

You mean...you're never getting another flashlight? LOL LIAR!😂 Thanks for the review. I've been a big Thrunite fan since my first T1.

[@flashlightcrazy]

Hahahahha - I will NEVER stop mate! LOve the comment. Cheers legend

[@quantametric]

The issue with victorian legislation (control of weapons act 1990) is that if you declare anything you're carrying to be a self defense tool, it automatically becomes classed a prohibited weapon and you can be charged for carrying it. You can however have a utility item on you, and then use that as an environmental weapon when the need should arise for you to defend yourself with appropriate and proportional force. So be careful what you go declaring to police or online as to the motivations for carrying what you do. You would get in less trouble for carrying a knife so long as you had a lawful excuse for having it on you for utility, than you would carrying a small torch intended as a weapon. I agree this torch has many of the specs you and I are both looking for in a tactical/everyday light. For me the thing that stopped me buying the tn12 (and instead buying your old bss v5 😄) is the cool white led, which for me is just a bit prickly on the eyes, so it doesn't meet my standard for everyday use. The second is the PWM or flickering that's used on the low medium and high modes. Now I would mostly be using moonlight and turbo on a torch like this, but I'm a bit of a stickler for buying the thing that checks all the boxes. Awesome review as always and it makes me still wanna get one regardless.. It certainly has the candela needed for the job. P.S. that side switch issue with the bss was an isssue all day when I first got it, but it seems to have fixed itself now and doesn't get caught at all anymore. I assume the hangover plastic has filed itself off. I'm also gonna file down the strike bezel to make it more appropriate.

[@nekkomr]

Is the pwm frequency noticeable by the naked eye?

[@quantametric]

@@nekkomr Not sure, its detectable through instruments so that is enough for me to say no. With all pwm you may not conciously detect it but it will have effects to varying degrees depending on pwm depth, such as disorientation, eye strain, agitation and headaches.

[@nekkomr]

@@quantametric I EDC my new TK22 Tac and replaced my PD35 V3. Though the TK22 has PWM, I can't see it even when adjusting the shutter speed of my camera

[@quantametric]

@@nekkomr hmmm where did you find out the tk22 has pwm? I wasnt able to find any info on this model regarding pwm

[@nekkomr]

@@quantametric from a 1Lumen review on their website. Can't reply the link though

[@Robert-cd5zr]

Thanks for the review. I'm sorry you live in a country that expects a 5 minute disclaimer on what should go without saying. Self defense is a human right.

[@flashlightcrazy]

I agree

[@gearstuffs8007]

I don't believe such thing as 'Perfect'😅 don't get me wrong buddy ya indeed its always getting better & better overtime!

[@flashlightcrazy]

Yeah man, the perfect light is like a unicorn. But there are some that come pretty close

[@aquasound-escapes898]

@@flashlightcrazyyeah but the only point that made me choose between the fenix pd35 v3 and tn12 pro was the side switch. Other than that, if they fixed the side switch, made it a little more subdued, rubber or metal like you said with a tad more firmness to activate light. I would definitely choose the TN12 Pro over the fenix just because of the UI and cost. I paid almost double for the fenix pd35 v3. But it does feel of high quality as well.

[@fdboost]

So after 1 year , is this still your perfect Flashlight?

[@ericsteinhoff4838]

Great video, Great video! I search a light for self defense and think , that the TN12 Pro might be the right one for me. The only thing, that im unsure about, is the effectiveness in daylight. Are the 36000 candela bright enough or do I need something brighter?

[@flashlightcrazy]

36,000cd is more than enough for self-defence at night. Daytime will require an LEP

[@ericsteinhoff4838]

@@flashlightcrazyIsn´t even something like the Weltool T14C with close to 80.000 cd good enough for daytime? I think the thing with LEP´s is the size of the Beam. I dont think that its verry practical if you have to aim it.

[@flashlightcrazy]

@@ericsteinhoff4838 T14C is good for sure. But the LH3 head from Weltool is my go-to outside defence tool. It is an LEP but It has a large hotspot at a close distance

[@ericsteinhoff4838]

@@flashlightcrazy Thanks for the recommedation, I'll check the torch out

[@aquasound-escapes898]

@@ericsteinhoff4838if your looking for a light for defense during the day your not going to find it. Some LEPs are almost codified as lasers in the eyes of the law. And using lasers is against the law (assault by contact) on someone’s vision. They can absolutely sue you for using a powerful laser. Mace maybe? Are u guys allowed that?

[@adamgrimes820]

After 1 day in the backpack snowboarding it now glitches out and is super unreliable

[@danacordola4100]

I have this flash light. I do not like it. The original tn12 is was way better. This one turn on, on its own at full blast. It can burn something next to it because it gets really hot.

[@robertpraetorian4281]

Down😅 under

[@brentjones9961]

Silly

[@stevenglock]

Good video, lose the accent mate

[@busman2050]

Your review is way too long

[@flashlightcrazy]

Thanks for your input.

[@aquasound-escapes898]

@busman2050 your comment is 💩. This guy puts ALOT of time and effort into creating content for all of us to watch. 💯

[@flashlightcrazy]

@@aquasound-escapes898 Thank you mate! I truly appreciate your support.

[@quickcuts3000]

meh. just another cheap tube light. they are all more similar than dissimilar. nothing unique about this one. this is no way shape or form the "best" tactical light. did you "pick" a cheap light and a hysterical title to drive more volume to your affiliate links? cmon bro.

[@flashlightcrazy]

I actually don't have any affilates. I never claimed this to be the best tactical light. This is (for me) the best all rounder edc/tactical light. There are plenty other tactical lights out there that beat this one. One of them is the Weltool T14C which I use as a strictly tactical light. But this Thrunite fits my description for the perfect all rounder light. I don't know what you saw from this video, but I was pretty clear about why this light fits my criteria as the perfect light. I wish i had affiliates but i have none. I bought this light. The candela rating mixed with the SFT40 LED, mixed with the Lumens make it a great self-defence light. Couple that with a .5 lumen ultra low, tail standing, memory mode out of low,med,high, and instant turbo from the tail switch....what's not perfect about that? Thanks for your comment but i disagree with basically everything you said. Plus you're wrong about any affiliate support. I wish i had affiliate support. Sorry to see you go. But if something like this makes you so frustrated, then this isn't the channel for you anyway. Stay safe

[@quickcuts3000]

stay out of jail

[@user-tc2bk7fs9j]

@@flashlightcrazy your content is good brother! Is the tn12pro doing well still? It’s funny because I mostly use the 50 lumen mode on my pd35. Do you have a mode you use most on your tn12pro? Hey I hope you get some affiliate deals with the. Work your putting in to make content. That guy dwfgshdtjfyugh is a doosh,.. keep doing what your doing!

[@flashlightcrazy]

@@user-tc2bk7fs9j Thanks for your support brother! I am working hard but i am enjoying it - it's all about the journey! I still use my TN12 PRO often. My missus has kind of stolen it though as she loves it for going on her night walks. The side switch for regular use but the tail cap for turbo is a big tick for her as well. I am using a weltool T1 pro for my edc at the moment. Great little light. Also sometimes use my PD35R from fenix. Also an amazing light, I use it on the 10 lumen output and then have strobe for emergencies. Had to use strobe the other day when a car was merging into my lane. it didnt hear my beeps because of the loud music he was playing, so i hit strobe on the PD35R and he saw me and moved. Love my lights!!!

[@user-tc2bk7fs9j]

@@flashlightcrazy ha! That’s pretty funny the driver didn’t recognize you until u hit him with the sun ☀️ light 😂 mode! Also pretty funny the misses stole your tn12pro! I will admit it is a nice light! I just had to pick between the two because my wife was angry I ordered 2 lights for my birthday. 😂 But really both these lights are pretty freakin sweet and I consider myself pretty lucky to live in this day and age where we have the best technology at our hands. Most average people (90%) will go to a big box shop like wal mart or target… and if they need a light they will buy ozark trail or maglite. But it takes a specialized consumers like us to want and need the type of lights with the BIG SPECS ! 💯