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The construction of this Mag-Lite Solitaire is really quite good. It’s very sturdy and I’ve had one run over by my truck and had a 150 pound (68kg) Television drop on another without much visible damage (scratches).

I have received this as a gift and as a corporate tchotchke as well as having bought one and they do come in handy. The problem is that it runs through batteries pretty quickly if you use this for anything more than looking for your keys on the ground or the deadbolt on your door when you forgot to leave on the porch light. The lens cap tends to turn itself on in your pocket or bag… draining away the power. I haven’t ever used it as a keychain device as I don’t like a lot of bulk.

I haven’t ever experienced the reported problem with the end cap loosening. The best task I’ve found for this light is to hang it on the keyring holder in my laptop bag. It’s simply not well suited to a pocket or to a keychain, and I believe that was its intended purpose.

I found the light, itself, to be fairly bright at full power, but with a more robust LED, it would probably be a better unit. It does have a better light distance than an LED would produce, though. All-in-all, a bit of a miss, but I’m a flashlight hound, so I still like it. If you are looking for a good keyring light, get a smaller LED with an on/off switch. This would probably make a good light for a purse or in a glove compartment. I would recommend pairing it with a Lithium Battery (Technuity L92BP4 Battery, Lithium Aaa Photo Battery for example) - especially if storing in car or bag for long periods. Make sure you tighten the lenscap well so it doesn’t accidentally turn on.

The Mag-Lite Solitaire is well designed and well made but simply isn’t bright enough. However, if all you use a flashlight for is looking for your keys under the seat of your car or assisting with reading menus, it may be OK. It has a sleek design, and it’s appeareance won’t draw attention on a keychain. It functions like any other (large) mini mag light, by twisting the end where the light comes out to turn it on and off. Change the battery by unscrewing the other end. A spare bulb is concealed within the end cap.

Pros:
-It’s small.
-it’s well made, with all components fitting together smoothly, and a clean simple appearence.

Cons:
-it’s just not that bright. Some of the newer LED flashlights are of a similar size but much brighter.

Overall, I’d have to give this one a pass, unless I developed a fetish for small, well designed gadgets (like watches, watches are SOOO cool! and miniature sextents, those things are SOOO neat!). OK, so I have this fetish, and this would explain why I have a Solitaire in my toolbox.

1.0 out of 5 stars
Dim And Disappointing!!
What a waste of money. This is NOT an LED light, and does not come close to the performance of an LED light at half the price!

5.0 out of 5 stars
I wish more things lasted this long
I have had this light on my key chain for 3.5 years now.
Like all Maglites the beam of light can be narrowed or widened.

5.0 out of 5 stars
Love It
It is bright enough to walk the dog at night, or just for trying to see the keyhole for your car. This flashlight is a must have.

3.0 out of 5 stars
Rugged but Dim.
I have long been a fan of the durability and reliability of Maglite products, and this little light is no exception.

3.0 out of 5 stars
Cool Light, Poor Performance
The Maglite Solitaire is a pretty cool looking tool, but its performance leaves a lot to wish for. For the most part it is outdated by the new microlights on the market.

3.0 out of 5 stars
Not great, but okay light
This light is okay.
Cons: It’s not a bright light.
It’s not a LED.
You have to twist it to create the desired focus (a plus if you actually…

2.0 out of 5 stars
Very poor light
I gave this 2 stars because it is a nicely built flashlight. However, it is a flashlight, and the purpose of a flashlight is to shine light onto things so you can see…

5.0 out of 5 stars
Mag flashlight
I love this little flashlight so much. It gives me just enough light to find my key hole in car door or house door. It’s perfect!!!

4.0 out of 5 stars
Great little light!
Great light———–as all maglites are—-great adjustable beam, extra battery in case on end——I just wish it had a push on/off button.

5.0 out of 5 stars
Best for carrying in a pocket
It’s a very useful flashlight. Have a good illumination. Resistant construction. It fit very well in a pocket for carrying it to anywhere.