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Coleman 4D Dual Action WideBeam Flashlight
Coleman 4D Dual Action WideBeam Flashlight
(as of 05/06/2010 11:29 - more info)
$19.99
$19.99
Listed Under: Flashlights
Two lights in one : a focused path light plus a 7-watt U-tube fluorescent area lightWideBeam technology offers a 50% broader beam of light than traditional flashlightsFlat surface base allows light t..read more
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The Coleman 4D Dual Action WideBeam Flashlight is like two lights in one. Use the focused beam for practical path lighting, or the innovative WideBeam to shed a 140° angle of area lighting, more closely matching the human field of peripheral vision. The WideBeam's Xenon blue-tipped bulb provides a whiter light, for greater visibility. The light's flat surface base allows you to stand the Flashlight upright, for hands-free area lighting. The soft rubber handle makes it easy to carry, and the shock-absorbing head means it will withstand heavy use. The Dual Action WideBeam Flashlight runs on 4 D-cell batteries (not included). Limited 3-year warranty.
I received a Coleman 4D Dual Action Widebeam Flashlight as a Christnas gift. I found it to be an excellent light. The wide beam illuminated my work items with very little shadowing. The “white light” side works great when I am attaching items to my computer. I dropped the gift about 8 feet onto a tile floor and the flashlight didn’t survive.
I missed that flashlight so much that I had to replace it. And I will store it on the lowest shelf!
This was a really great flashlight in both modes, once I figured out how to install the batteries. But it did not survive tumbling from the cupboard under the sink to the linoleum kitchen floor. Now nothing works, and I’ve only had it for eight months.
It seems like the switch might be flaky.
The only thing that kept me from giving this device a 5-star rating is that it lacks the ability to focus the beam. That aside, this is a well-made, easy-to-operate and reasonably-priced item. I have two of them, one is used when dog walking after dark while its secondary use – as well as the primary use of the other flashlight – is for use in case of an electrical blackout or power failure. Well done, Coleman.
I received this light for Christmas. Reading the description of the item, it sounded perfect for what I was looking for. An occasional use flashlight with a lantern option for power outages, etc… Unfortunately, this item is not made well and I cannot recommend for any use. Within 24 hours of purchase, the original light bulb burnt out. I replaced the bulb, but found that the florescent light would now constantly flicker. I think the problem was that the battery contacts aren’t tight against the batteries, as I whenever I moved the unit, the light would flicker on and off. Also, you can’t use both the florescent and flashlight at the same time (not a big deal to me, but maybe for others). I ended up returning this light. Hopefully the quality exhibited by this flashlight is not indicative of other Coleman items, as I’ve been very happy with any other Coleman item I’ve purchased.
I wanted a flashlight-lantern combination for power outages and camping. I found only two models of this type in my area and went with the Coleman. I’ve used it three times and on the last time in my time of need: (Hurricane Ike and the ensuing power failure), this thing failed me. Thought it was the battery but it was not. It is the switch. The switch won’t activate the light. Luckily, I had another one but a different model that I’ve used for many years that keeps coming through for me. The fit and finish of the coleman seems flimsy….almost frail. This product shouldn’t use the coleman name. Get something else that is more durable and reliable.