Black & Decker FL3WBD 3W Waterproof Spot Light

The battery on this spot light lasts a long time. I recently had it on High for 140 minutes just to test how long long it would last. That is not bad at all for a rechargable spotlight.

This spotlight is a point object spotlight. Meaning it has a very narrow focused beam that travels a long distance. It is not good for illuminating a large area like a wide beam flashlight will do.

Flashlight tech has come a long way. This rechargeable pistol-grip 3 watt LED flashlight is amazing. I use it for boating and keep it at the bedside for protection--it is a blinding source of light.

I purchased it for $21 on sale and almost a year later, that feels like a bargain. Good job, Black and Decker.

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I bought this spotlight a little over a year ago. I was very satisfied with the long throw capabilities and has been very useful. However, a few weeks ago, when the light was switched on, it would only stay on for about one minute, go out, and start beeping rapidly. The red light on the back flashed rapidly too. It does this on a full charge. When charging, it appears to charge normally, but will not stay on. The short lifespan is very disappointing and there does not appear to be a way to replace the battery.

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I think the build quality is good. One reviewer stated that it takes two hands to turn the light on and off, I disagree with this statement. I can easily turn the light on and off using one hand. The multicolored LED and the audible alarmnare both very useful features. My only complaint is the fact that the 12 volt power cord was not included. Really? How much could that cost a dollar? Luckily, the cord from my old spotlight fits. I wanted this unit for my boat and the waterproof feature is awesome.

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I am a retired police officer . . we LOVE light sources and are constantly assessing them. We prefer an intense light that has great distance as opposed to one that throws out a weak, lateral flood light (just move the spot around, and besides, you'll have about a 30 foot diameter of lateral light in front of you) . . plus that intense spot. This is the most effective, powerful and intense hand held, portable light source I have EVER held and used. . . it is comparable to the spot lights mounted on our police vehicles . . I have NEVER been so impressed with any hand held light. The ONLY drawback is the "on/off" design, in that you need to use both hands to turn it off and on . . but considering the highly unusual capability of the light . . the switch's inconvenience is a small price to pay. I just purchased a second B&D light (same model) to keep in my truck (it has a vehicle power source adapter cord available . . call the 800 B&D number in the directions). It only charges when the ignition is "on", however, considering the time the light holds a charge, with normal use of your vehicle, it will stay charged. It's so small, it easily slips into the console. I have never had a flashlight in my vehicle in which I had so much confidence. It's an intricate part of my vehicle's standard emergency equipment . . fire extinguisher, traffic vest, glass punch, first aid kit, etc.

This light is an IDEAL gift . . they may not appreciate it at first . . but wait until they take it out and light up a tree 100 yards away . . you'll hear from them the next day. As we know, it's water proof . . and I can now attest, it's shock proof too. I inadvertently dropped it 15 feet to the unforgiving cement below . . no damage! I have had and used extensively, Stream Lights, Kel Lights, Mag Lights, Sure Fire lights and many others. NOTHING compares . . I'll never purchase another model light source. If you don't like it . . send it back (it will NEVER happen)! Everyone stay safe, Jim

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