{"product_id":"mdc-bodyguard-v1-flashlight","title":"MDC Bodyguard V1 Flashlight","description":"\u003cp\u003eHard Anodized Black MDC Bodyguard V1 Flashlight. This flashlight is a specialized tactical use flashlight with up to 600 out the front lumens depending on battery configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1 CR123 Body has a Black Type III Hard Anodized finish, protruding tailcap button, removable tactical grip ring, and McClicky forward clicky (latching) switch. The head is fully potted and utilizes a TIR Optic for a good balance of spot and spill.  The LED is a Cool White (6200K) Cree XP-L.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the buttons above, you can choose from the \u003cstrong\u003eUnshrouded Tail\u003c\/strong\u003e version or the \u003cstrong\u003eShrouded Tail\u003c\/strong\u003e version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the Shrouded Tail is now using the New MDC 1CR123 Body (we don't have unshrouded new bodies available yet). We will be happy to supply the New Short Clip with this Body (contact \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"mailto:%20cathy@malkoffdevices.mom\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecathy@malkoffdevices.mom\u003c\/a\u003e to request), However the cutout on the grip ring will still be present. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso note that the \"Rogers\" or \"Surefire\" method, of flashlight deployment, will be difficult (if not impossible) to implement with the Shrouded Tail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe single cell MDC Bodyguard Flashlight will support one primary CR123 lithium battery or one rechargeable Li-ion battery.  IMR type High drain type battery is recommended.  You can purchase batteries and chargers directly from us in the Batteries and Chargers section of the Web Store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMode of Operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen activated the light comes on in High.  The light will maintain this output for approximately 8 seconds.  The light will automatically step-down to the lower output after the initial 8 seconds. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach time the switch is activated, the countdown timer is reset.  In this fashion, the light Always comes on in the Highest output.  The lower output is to maintain tactical awareness without overheating the light or the battery. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eThis Flashlight will emit a slight (low volume) buzz or whine when the step down from high to low occurs.  This is normal and is not considered a defect of the Flashlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummary of Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCR123 (3 volts) ------ 400 lumens 8 sec., Then 175 lumens after step-down\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIMR 16340 ------ 800 lumens for 8 sec., Then 200 lumens after step-down\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBattery life is dependent on the amount of high output time utilized.  The light will pull 2+ Amps at high output.  Expect 15 to 60 minutes of usage depending on how the high output mode is used.  A Rechargeable IMR 16340 battery will give the best balance of performance\/runtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Flashlight is protected from reverse polarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: 3.75 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiameter: 1 inch (head)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Flashlight was designed for rugged service from the ground up.  It is fully potted to stand up to rough service and recoil.  This Item is Covered by Our Lifetime Warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThings to Know Before Purchase:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis flashlight was designed for use with a single primary lithium CR123 Battery, or one rechargeable Li-ion cell.  Best balance of performance\/runtime is achieved with IMR chemistry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe input voltage of the Head is 3 - 6 volts. Input voltages of more than 6 volts may damage this flashlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis light is protected against reverse polarity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWARNING: This light is capable of causing eye damage at close range. Please use the light responsibly!!!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eBattery Warnings:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eUse Only Quality Batteries from Trusted Sources.  Lithium Primary and Li-ion Rechargeable Batteries are Inherently Volatile and Dangerous to Store and Use.  All Lithium Batteries Introduce the \u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRisk of Fire, Burns, and Explosions.  You Assume the Responsibility of Educating Yourself About Their Use and Storage Before Purchase!  If You are Uncomfortable With This, Do Not Purchase this Light!  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in the USA. 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