Best climbing carabiners & quickdraws according to redditors
We found 220 Reddit comments discussing the best climbing carabiners & quickdraws. We ranked the 132 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 220 Reddit comments discussing the best climbing carabiners & quickdraws. We ranked the 132 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
May I suggest locking carabiners, preferably one with a screwgate?
Flooring
Closet
(http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/40275813/#/20275814)
(http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000H9JFR8/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
(http://www.mcmaster.com/#9946k24/=rjcdgv)
Door
(http://www.menards.com/main/doors-windows/mastercraft-slab-doors/mastercraft-30-x-80-x-1-3-4-oak-solid-core-door-slab/p-1657282-c-12245.htm)
(http://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-4-1-2-in-Satin-Chrome-Commercial-Grade-Door-Hinge-20442/204760762)
(http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0046ZRI7S/ref=oh_details_o06_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
Paint
Lighting
(http://www.1stoplighting.com/lighting/18-462-634-0-398776/Tech-Lighting_TL-90---Two-Light-Square-Small-Flush-Mount-700FM90S.htm)
(http://www.1stoplighting.com/lighting/18-462-634-0-308557/Tech-Lighting_TL-90---Two-Light-Square-Large-Flush-Mount-700FM90L.htm)
(http://www.1000bulbs.com/product/2798/FC13-2GX741OD.html)
(http://www.1000bulbs.com/product/5113/Q-JCD40120G9.html)
(http://www.menards.com/main/electrical/wall-plates/rocker-gfci/1-gang-screwless-wall-plate/p-1403968-c-6479.htm)
Desk
(http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/10251352/#/20251356)
(http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/10264302/)
Hammock
(http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002T44T7A/ref=oh_details_o06_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
(http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002T44T8O/ref=oh_details_o07_s00_i02?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
(http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00857I7KK/ref=oh_details_o07_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
(http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005VDZE2U/ref=oh_details_o07_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
(http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000LGJFYK/ref=oh_details_o07_s00_i03?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
Total cost was USD 2197.67.
Break off the old link from the strap, use a big key ring and a small carabiner- here’s some examples so you can get an idea. Hardware store or any place they make spare keys will have these. You can find them much cheaper than these examples.
key ring
small carabiner
This one is actually literally designed to be a bag carrier:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004LF16F8/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_szhfub0AFRDQG
Seconding this advice - it's pretty cheap and highly useful.
I have about 100' of 550 paracord that I carry on every camping trip (store it like this) and I have had two of these that also go with.
Those have been easily the most versatile things I have ever purchased for camping.
I hang my rings using climbing gear. It gives me an easy way to adjust ring height from pull-ups all the way down to ring pushups, in 3" increments. The rings are always level.
I hang long daisy chains from the ceiling. I girth hitch a 30cm pre-sewn runner/sling around each ring, and hang them from the daisy chains using a non-locking carabiner.
Edit: Here's a picture of the setup and a closeup of the rings/runner/carabiner.
https://www.amazon.com/Omega-Pacific-Carabiner-Non-Locking-Industrial/dp/B000UKUOSI/
"non locking climbing carabiner" is what you want. I don't buy gear i plan to actually climb on through Amazon because there have been issues with knock-offs getting into the mix by drop shipment fulfillers, but you are fine for "utility" gear.
Yeah... Thats not good. Buy a real carabiner and own it for life.
OP delivers!
We had originally considered purchasing a vehicle lift, but they were much more expensive, required a lot of headroom (the garage ceiling is only about 8'4" high), and would have required us to change the garage door tracks and opener to let it clear. This was a much simpler (and cooler) solution.
Many parts were purchase from Amazon, so I provided links so you can take a look.
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Details:
I had access to the studs and rafters as we removed the drywall to remodel the garage, so I was able to use 2x4s and 2x12s to strengthen the areas where the eye hooks were secured.
I built these pivoting support blocks to keep the axle from taking any of the load. I put carpet on the blocks to keep them from scraping the new garage floor.
I use these dollies to position the trailer to be hooked up to the pivot blocks.
I use the rope hoist to make the raising and lowering of the trailer a one person operation. You need to pull the trailer away from the wall to get it to start lowering and also need to steady it on its way up so it doesn't fall into position too quickly.
Any rock climbing carabiner should be more than rated to your hang and probably thin enough to go through your loop. Remember they are designed to withstand the force generated from people falling off rock face. I use these which are small and thin but I do care about weight.
I use an S-biner. It keeps my keys out of my pocket (attached to a belt loop) and lets me pick and choose which keys/extras I want to carry.
I use a few things. I use a FreeKey. to hold my car key, office key, Leatherman P4, & Preon P0. I also have a 6” cable ring that has house keys. The two rings are attached with a small black S binder. It allows me to leave my house keys in the car when I am at work so there is less pocket bulk. The FreeKey is a little thicker than a standard split ring so I have 9mm split rings as spacers on anything that has a small attachment hole.
Nice! Try the Kong Frog Carabiner. That and a shoulder eyebolt are the perfect companion to an Easy rig. Makes it much easier to add and remove your camera. Happy shooting!
KONG 432497 Frog Carabiner (12-Cm) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003EM6Y5Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_DflVBbRGQRYGX
it's likely not unsafe for belaying with an atc (never said it was "unsafe"... just using that choice along with the alpine harness picked to gauge overall skill level and overall ambition. the extra harnesses imply that she was going to be a mentor for people without gear.), but no climber I have seen uses one. The d shaped locker that she listed is very narrow and when used to rappel on two ropes has the two strands at two different parts of the nose and very staggered. I also think it might crossload easier because of the shape of it. All I am saying is that someone with the proper knowledge and skills to keep other people safe probably wouldn't choose a small D as a belay carabiner. (I have that exact d shaped biner and it's nice enough for clipping bolts but not as a belay carabiner.)
the petzl attache is a smallish pear shaped that works well or the bigger hms style is another style that works well. The HMS has the benefit that you can throw a munter hitch on it and belay/rappel with that if you ever dropped your atc.
The rocklock works better and is cheaper:
http://www.amazon.com/Black-Diamond-Rocklock-Screwgate-Carabiner/dp/B000LGJFYK/ref=pd_sim_sg_6?ie=UTF8&refRID=0TMRPYCASWKZ3ZC5AXRT
or the package deal:
http://www.amazon.com/Black-Diamond-Package-Device-Locking/dp/B000FNB0WY
The williams is another one that is nice and would be a good belay carabiner.
Top to Bottom, Left to Right...
If possible, the best possible solution is to just actually dog-proof your house, or at least an area you can section off. Otherwise, if you can afford one, I'd say get her a big outdoor kennel. If you're committed to her being tethered, at the very least get her a secure but comfortable harness, I use this one when I take my 70 lb husky out. Also get something with a locking mechanism (think like this) to use with any spring clips, because trust me, the dog can get it undone, mine has twice. I know how scary this is, I learned the hard way that my dog can also clear a 6' fence, I hope you figure something out!
Flashlight: Nitecore TIP
Knife: Byrd Cara Cara
Pen: Pilot Kakuno
Wallet: Saddleback Leather Sleeve Wallet
Caribiner: Metolius Mini
Total: 98.33
More realistically, I would DIY the wallet with a $10 piece of tooling leather, and get a better knife like a Spyderco Efficient. This would put me a couple dollars over, so swap the pen for a Zebra F701. Total:$100.42
Hard mode:
Flashlight: Nitecore Tube
Knife: Opinel #6
Pen: Pilot Kakuno (same as linked above)
Wallet: DIY Sleeve (as discussed above)
Caribiner: Metolius (same as linked above)
Total: $49.14
I have carabiners, but never on me. They're for bondage, climbing, backpacking and whatever else. I do keep an S-clip on my purse at all times, though.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001DZNZZI
You mean THE WORLD FAMOUS Jumbo 8" Aluminum Carabiner Snap Hook with Soft http://www.amazon.com/Jumbo-Aluminum-Carabiner-Snap-Hook/dp/B003LV3UZM
(On mobile) sorry if link no work
I've also used carabiners and alligator clips if you have a bird who will chew through bread ties. I met a little angry blue budgie who could seemingly chew through anything.
Much better to use something like this to shorten it.
Actual carabiner, for 11 bucks and free shipping.
this
Grappling Hook Folding Survival... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079KYF112?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I grabbed this one off of amazon. Its done well for me.
I got lucky on getting it off something underwater that had a bigger ass than me. So grapple with care lol
I just bought mine last week. So far it is epic. I am going camping 10/25-10/27 ask me the following Monday, 10/28, and I'll give you an update.
If I can make a couple of recommendations: 4x rappelling rings, 2x caribeaners.
You can put the hammock up in a few seconds if you have snake skins.
These
I purchased these as an upgrade to my eno doublenest. While there are probably better carabiners out there, there are few as strong and as lightweight for 7$.
edit- narfaniel beat me to it with these exact same ones.
Sure: Nite Ize S-Biner
Get a nice giant carabiner and hook everything up.
Brand new climber here - been to the local rock gym twice and I'm hooked. Will be doing indoor stuff only with my girlfriend about once a week.
I picked up a pair of 5.10 shoes today, and am looking at getting my own belay device and carabiner. The popular stuff on Amazon is all the Black Diamond stuff. Just wondering if it's any good - it's pretty inexpensive. The recommended belay carabiner is $12, and for something this important I don't mind spending more for a higher quality (safer) locking one. This is the one I'm looking at:
http://www.amazon.com/Black-Diamond-Rocklock-Screwgate-Carabiner/dp/B000LGJFYK
With this belay device:
http://www.amazon.com/Black-Diamond-ATC-Belay-Device/dp/B004GYD8H8
Are these any good? I have no problem spending whatever on a better setup if it's safer and will last a while. I do a lot of other outdoor sports and I know that some of the entry level gear can be a bit on the cheaply made side and I don't want to risk something breaking to save a few bucks.
Thanks!
Edit: I know this has to be the most asked question on here, so apologies in advance..
Climbing-rated carabiner (preferably a locking carabiner) through the end of the ball eye-screws.
Climbing-rated sling over your pull-up bar with the ends of the sling hooked into the carabiner. You'll want to choose an appropriate sling length so that the grip balls hang (phrasing!) at your desired height.
https://www.amazon.com/Mad-Rock-Super-Screw-Carabiner/dp/B003E2WV80/ref=sr_1_3?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1518110798&sr=1-3&keywords=climbing+carabiner
https://www.amazon.com/Newdoar-Runners-Climbing-Lightweight-Slinging/dp/B075GRHYTX/ref=sr_1_22?ie=UTF8&qid=1518110547&sr=8-22&keywords=climbing+webbing+loop
It's a big carabiner. This one in a different color.
Watch 25.49
Knife 24.00
Wallet 10.92
Flashlight 23.95
S Biner 1.78
Free Key 7.49
Total: 93.63
I use a couple of frog carabiners and detach the lines completely when I'm riding. They're a little pricy but they're fast and durable.
https://www.amazon.com/KONG-432497-Frog-Carabiner-12-Cm/dp/B003EM6Y5Q
[Black Diamond Neutrino](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001O7O6VC/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_qbwavb0HT74CN
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001O7O6VC/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_qbwavb0HT74CN) strong enough to actually be used to hold weight but still relatively light weight. I'd highly recommend it.
Maybe use a duffel bag or better yet a tool bag from a hardware store?
Maybe use a big carabiner to bring them all together so they don't mish-mash and tangle with each other?
https://www.amazon.com/Jumbo-Aluminum-Carabiner-Snap-Hook/dp/B003LV3UZM
Maybe use a clothes hanging rod in the trunk up high and just pull what you need at each site off it?
https://www.amazon.com/High-Road-Expandable-Car-Clothes/dp/B001NI7KE2
Gander Mtn has ENO Atlas Straps, but their climbing carabiner stock is nearly nonexistent. You may as well go to amazon for those.
Here's a good one,
https://www.amazon.com/Omega-Pacific-Oval-Straightgate-Bright/dp/B000UKUOSI/ref=sr_1_2?s=outdoor-recreation&ie=UTF8&qid=1466554868&sr=1-2&keywords=carabiners
Whatever you get, make sure they're good climbing rated ones. They're rated in KiloNewtons and 1KN is about 225 Ft-Lbs of force, this one is rated at 22 KN, so not quite 5K Ft-Lbs. Plenty strong for hammocking.
Omega
I use this guy:
https://smile.amazon.com/Metolius-FS-Mini-Carabiner-Black/dp/B00XPSM246/ref=sr_1_4?crid=1MNQT9R2FYZXM&keywords=metolius+carabiner&qid=1562624349&s=gateway&sprefix=metolius%2Caps%2C251&sr=8-4
Old picture I found in my phone today from my August EDC
can also be found on http://everydaycarry.com/posts/31039/edc-gear-from-august-2018
Black Diamond Jivewire Carabineer, Assorted, Large by Black Diamond
Combat Engineer Beret
Nalgene 32oz Bottle
Nite Ize S-Biner #3
G-Shock GD120 Series
Parker Jotter Pen
Gerber 30-000433 Remix
Apple iPhone 6s
Rite in the Rain - Green Tactical Note Book (All Weather)
genuine leather wallet
lol OP you've been missing out if you've never used a carabiner.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GA3N9MQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_VhyAzbRH8NZ52
Black Diamond is commonly associated with outdoor sports, with needs such as for climbing and hiking. A lot of their offerings are robust and intended for actual hard use and rated appropriately for safety, hence the "heavy" description you're seeing.
They also have a lot lighter simpler offerings that are great for the common EDC'er and retain the climbing safety rating if you ever decide to take it climbing or etc.
One suggestion from Black Diamond: [Neutrino] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HC7WWRM/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_er5iDbCKTZS7T) (several colours available)
A cheaper alternative that's also popular: Metolius FS Mini II (several colours available)
Note, these 2 brands are commonly available online or in outdoor sporting goods kind of stores like an REI. These carabiner makers often also make locking variants if you prefer the extra security.
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Nite-Ize products are generally more for light use, and they're more about the features, design, and varieties. They're not rated for climbing but they give a load-bearing rating to almost all of their carabiners larger than the micro series.
They have a lot of variations to choose from including size, colour, material, locking or non-locking, and shape. They also have larger holders too, for example a carabiner that itself holds like 6 micro carabiners.
What you hear about failing is either a QC issue or the issue that with the double wire gate system sometimes you can have the gate accidentally open.
You can find these in a variety of stores or online. I've seen these in Home Depot and Walmart too.
Yeah, it seems steep but I am just going off of the receipts I have from my purchases.
EDIT:
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Hammock - 135
Hammock Rainfly - 140
Snake skin - 20
2QZQ - Mod 4 - 92
Atlas straps - 30
Carabiners - 14 (you need 2)
Omega Ring - 20 (you need 4 of them)
Dry compression - 45
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None of this includes shipping or taxes. That being said, it's a great setup and I am not disappointed with how it performs. If you pick up an under quilt then this setup is unstoppable.
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EDIT 2: The hammock includes the price for the original rainfly, I still have that and don't want it.
Nah, it's my Kong Frog
This make a good keyring , i usually buckle it up on my pants.
Might come in handy at some point.
http://www.amazon.com/Mad-Rock-Super-Screw-Carabiner/dp/B003E2WV80/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1420512945&sr=8-4&keywords=carabiner
Plus the stuff you mentioned makes it complete.
I use an S-type size 4 carabiner, and I grasp the center part. It's comfortable in the hand and gives a nice amount of control.
On the suspension question - It's fine, the slap straps are strong and do their job. The downside is that the loops on the slap straps are about every 6 inches, so it might be hard to get that "just right" hanging... I used the slap straps for my first year and I was fine, I'd focus on other aspects for the time being. One other quick point, if you are looking to cut weight down the carabiners that come with the ENO are steel and heavy, those are easily replaced. If you want to get into more weight cutting and more advanced suspension system I would look at the whoopie sling, that's what's en vouge right now, I just got my slings but have not had a chance to use them yet.
just like satty said, you're going to lose warmth rating due to compression on the sleeping bag. I find this true with down and synthetics alike. Unlike sleeping on the ground you're going to really feel the wind if it's cold and windy. I can vividly remember freezing through a 30 degree night in a 30 degree bag with no sleeping pad. Sleeping pads will help a lot, so would a UQ. I just saw the pea pod setup a month ago on here, and I'm dying to try it out, let us know how it works out!
a tarp or a rainfly, properly rigged, should keep rain out in 'normal weather'. that tent looking tarp you found looks cool, not sure exactly what it is... I know that some people rave about the warbonnet tarps, I bought a ENO tarp when I got my hammock, I wish I had gotten a warbonnet in hindsight, but the ENO works fine for me. It's nice to have the privacy as well as the wind guard, so I usually use the tarp even in good weather.
Enjoy the hammock and take some pictures for us!
I'll start. I use a Nite Ize #3 for my main, and I attach small items (i.e. flashlight, knife) with Nite Ize #.5. I have had items come detached often but they always just fall in my pocket.
Yeah, that's more along the line of what I was thinking, but moreso utilizing the hole of the controller. Like, say, using one of those extra large carabiners to just slot into the hole of the controllers.
I just picked these up for my hammock.
Favofit 12KN Heavy Duty Aluminium... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MTQ4ZFH?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
They are clip like devices and they are often seen on key chains to hold them to a belt loop.
They come in non-rated and rated, reated one have a guaneteened usable load and are safer for climbing or hanging a person they have two different values working and static loads. If you look at the comparison at the bottom of this page you will see a variety of styles. You can use any of the 12 KN (kilo-Newtons) rated ones and do whatever you want to them. Spring on the other had have ratings in lbs. I am not sure if you are in the USA or outside but you write like a native speaker of English based in the USA.
https://www.amazon.com/Favofit-Aluminium-Wiregate-Carabiner-Orange/dp/B01MTQ4ZFH/ref=zg_bs_3402541_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=H8PC0TAP4CK56MTH170E
Not OP but it looks like this guy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Grappling-Survival-Multifunctional-Stainless-Mountain/dp/B079KYF112/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=grappling+hook&qid=1566835972&s=gateway&sprefix=grappling+hook&sr=8-4
I'd say this one, but I've only had mine for about four months, so I don't know about longevity. As far as basic construction goes, it seems fairly solid but I am not an expert.
Cops aren't stupid, they know it's a melee weapon. Just because it can function as a bottle opener doesn't mean a cop won't charge you with possession of an illegal weapon. It doesn't have to cover all your fingers to be a duster.
If you really want to weaponize your fists without worrying about legal trouble you could buy a hefty carabiner and attach it to your keys. No one will take a second look at it, and you can bring it past security checkpoints without anyone noticing.
I got mine on Amazon.
I cannot, the cage was hard to clean and far to small. It had to go. I'm currently saving up for the Ferret Nation cage! Here is a link to a clip the would work. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0022IMK7E/ref=gno_cart_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A2EG6QEDZDPFVD
It's possible that it might if it wants to play. Get a carabiner with a locking mechanism on it and try that.
https://www.amazon.com/Outmate-Aluminum-D-Ring-Locking-Carabiner/dp/B01GA3N9MQ/ref=zg_bs_3402551_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=5ZGEYPTJPSK94YZT2720
If OP is looking for the best deal, there might be some brands having a sale that also have plenty reviews from people who have used the gear on a site like amazon. Ultimately OP, or someone else, would have to google to find the current deals. So instead OP could just google "wiregate carabiners" or even "recommendations for wiregate carabiners". Reviews on sales sites are just as good as people on here, since gear doesn't change and they would have actually used the gear.
For instance, this is cheap, has a full 5 star rating after 400 reviews, which is almost unheard of. Don't need anything more than that.
Thanks. I've been looking for a new carabiner for my EDC. this one, specifically
$350 is a good chunk of change to spend.
As far as wallets go, I just use an old leather business card holder so I won't be much help there.
I did quite a bit of research before getting my knife—weight, size, blade type, the way it opened, etc—before landing on the Ontario Rat II. But now I want a Benchmade. And a Kershaw. And a CRKT.
As far as carabiners go, I've used all types, but am currently using—and liking—the S-biner with the bottle opener.
Once I got a pocket flashlight, I caught myself using it daily (at night). That particular pocket light has some relief cuts that make it "self-defensy".
I try to keep it simple and functional, but it's all about how you're going to use it. Hell, you could spend $300 on a knife, $20 on a light, put $10 in your pocket and call it a day.
I would get a large carabiner handle to carry all the grocery bags in 1. Example: Coghlan's Large Biner Carry Handle It makes the load so much easier and keeps everything together because you can twist them together. I have two to load distribute on both hands or over the shoulder. Also another tip is get some strong ripstop nylon reusable grocery bags. You can easily tuck them away in your pocket and use them as grocery basket to checkout without bulk or weight plus you can toss the in the wash. I do this all the time when i go on the metro train.
https://www.amazon.com/Reusable-Attached-Polyester-Shopping-Lightweight/dp/B073FGBK2L/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=grocery+bags+nylon&qid=1573325971&sr=8-4
$5
If you are leaving it unlocked why not use a Quick-Link with a screw-lock on it?
Like one of these:https://smile.amazon.com/Stainless-Steel-Quick-Marine-Grade/dp/B01KYPOYKC/
Yo let em change your life for a second. S-clips bruv
Edge Eyewear TSK216 Kazbek Polarized Safety Glasses
iPhone 5s w/ Otterbox Case
Coast FX312 Rapid Response
Saddleback Leather Credit Card Wallet
MaxiFlex Endurance Gloves (gloves for office people to pretend they are protected)
Nite-Ize S-Biner
Silicon Power J80 Flash Drive
Truck Keys
Handkerchief
Uni-ball Jetstream RT Fine Point
Black Sharpie
[Coast HP2 Flashlight] (https://www.amazon.com/Coast-Universal-Focusing-Lumen-Penlight/dp/B008QV4E1Q)
Orange Highlighter
Rite in the Rain Memo Book
Stanley FatMax Auto-Lock 25' Tape
Metolius FS Mini Carabiner (2015) - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00XPSM246/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_8L-iDbDMZMYV4
I’ve been using this one for about 3 years. Yes it’s a rock climbing one but that just means is heavy duty. And for $6 you can’t really go wrong.
They're $10 made by Black Diamond
This isn't much of a "life hack" since they sell large padded carabiners with padded handles exactly for this purpose. They're super-cheap too.
black diamond
or
this
metolius
should come close to lasting a life span
$20 leather wallet, bi-fold, my last Dockers lasted me 10 years.
$50 flashlight, FourSevens QPL
$20 knife/multitool Leatherman Style CS
$10 keychain FreeKey System and Gated carabiner
This. Just get a locking d-ring carabiner like this one
My carabiner | Black Diamond | $9
My flashlight | Olight H1R | $67