The new Inova Bolt lights family is a sort of mix between different models (the entry-level Radiant for the AA form-factor, and the XOx series for the potent led used by Emissive Energy).

This family seems to be a medium-level offer, between the Radiant and the XO-family, the obsolescent X5, while prettier and more compact than most 2 CR123 flashlight, beginning to be a liltle bit outdated.

Like the X and T Inova series, the body is in aluminum, with a X-like barrel, but with a dramatic design move for the head, since it losts its round bezel for a polygonic one. Combined with the non-slip rubber sleeve on handle, the look is awful, almost energizerish, but from a practical point of view, this is an improvement over the sleak and beautiful Xx family.

The Bolt is activated by a twistie switch (press for momentary activation), like Xxs. The three models have different sizes and intensity, depending on the battery type involved.

The “3A” model is fitted with a 2 Watt led (20 meters/65 ft. range), and is rated for 3 hours running time (using 2 AAA/LR03 batteries). Lenght : about 12 cm (4″3/4) and weight : about 62 grams (2.17 oz.).

The “2A” model use a 3.8 W led (45 meters/150 ft. range), with the same running time, but on 2 AA/LR06 batteries. Lenght is about 14 cm (5″1/2) for 132 grams (4.67 oz).

The largest model, the 4.6 W (75 meters/250 ft. range) “2L” run on 2 CR123 lithium batteries for about 2 hours. The flashlight lenght is about 15.25 cm (6″) for 168 grams (5″8/10 oz.). The range is about 250 feet.

Only available in silver colour body, with a range of retail prices from about $ 25 to $ 45.

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