Originally Posted by
oakback
I was excited to use this light. It worked great, I used the strobe setting more than anything else (since the mornings have more light after the time change.
Recently I pulled it off the bike to assist with some auto repair with my d-cell maglite died. Quickly I noticed a problem, as the light wouldn't turn on. Changed the battery, and it still wouldn't work. I'd shake it, and sometimes it comes on. I don't know what the problem is, I figured the mechanics of a flashlight aren't too difficult to get right, but sometimes I shake it and it works, other times it won't come on at all. I'm disappointed. I think I'll go with the Romisen next time.
Was it from DX? If so, it seem to be par for the course according to my experience with their lights. None has lasted more than a year for me.