A good torch earns its place every day of a British winter — checking stock and kennels, walking the dog down an unlit lane, sorting a trailer light in the rain, or simply finding the keyhole. We stock rugged, high-output handheld torches from SureFire, Streamlight and Cloud Defensive, in sizes from a pocket keychain light to a 2,000 lumen rechargeable.
Everyday-carry torches like the SureFire EDC1-DFT and the flat-bodied Streamlight Wedge slip into a trouser pocket; the SureFire FURY, E2D Defender and Streamlight ProTac 2.0 are the larger, brighter end. Dual Fuel and Multi-Fuel models run a rechargeable cell day to day with CR123A primaries as a long-shelf-life backup, which is worth having on a farm.
By brand: SureFire torches and Streamlight torches. Prefer it on the rifle? See weapon lights, rechargeable models and the full tactical lighting range. Our guide to lumens against candela explains why a 500 lumen torch can out-throw a 2,000 lumen one, and this article covers the licensing question people most often ask about torches in the UK.
Frequently Asked Questions
Rechargeable or disposable cells?
Many modern torches are Dual Fuel or Multi-Fuel — a USB-C rechargeable cell for daily use, with CR123A primaries as a backup that still works after years in a drawer or a vehicle.
What makes a torch "tactical"?
High output, instant tail-switch activation, a sealed and impact-rated body, and a beam shaped to identify something quickly rather than just to flood the area.
Is a handheld torch any use for lamping?
For walking up and checking ground, yes. For shooting at night you want the light on the rifle and a far higher candela figure — see the weapon lights range.
