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April 2021 Twobirds Flying Publications
THE WEDGE, STREAMLIGHT’s EDC LIGHT Copyright 2021, Towbirds Flying Publications. All Rights Reserved.
STREAMLIGHT WEDGE
2021
THE WEDGE, STREAMLIGHT’s EDC LIGHT
Be it right or left side carry, the reversible pocket clip is secure and gentle on your clothing.
By: Sal Palma
Under the hood, THE WEDGE is a 300 lumen tactical light with two modes of operation; 300 lumen continuous activation, or a whopping 1000 lumen momentary activation that Streamlight calls the THRO™ (Temporarily Heightened Regulated Output) mode.
The light is powered by a lithium polymer battery that is fully recharged in 3 hours via a USB-C port located at the bottom of the body. You have no idea; how I struggled to digest why Streamlight would name an EDC light something that resonates with having the back of your underwear being pulled up so as to part the buttocks, which In Spanish is called el chivo se come las flores (the goat is eating the flowers) and the French call it Luigi. The answer evades me but there’s nothing uncomfortable about this latest product offering from Streamlight. Like the finer pocket knives, The Wedge seats deeply in the pocket with exceptional comfort.
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STREAMLIGHT WEDGE When fully charged the lithium battery delivers 3 hours of run time in 300 lumen mode.
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The WEDGE produces a well collimated beam that projects 69 meters in darkness.
In the THOR mode, internal circuitry limits 1000 lumen output to a 35 second burst and automatically throttles back to 300 lumens even if the activation switch is fully forward. Furthermore, the THOR mode switch position is spring-loaded so releasing the switch allows it to spring back to the 300 lumen position; two excellent power management features.
Throughout my review period, I used the light with a weapon to see if it handles well should you need to illuminate a target. Excellent ergonomics is the only way to describe its design. Streamlight included 2 serrated finger coils that provide excellent comfort and control for the support hand.
The activation switch also features a battery level indicator that displays red when charging and green when fully charged.
The WEDGE body is constructed from anodized aluminum and meets IPX7 waterproof standards of a 1 meter submersion and will survive a 1 meter drop.
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STREAMLIGHT WEDGE In introducing The WEDGE, Streamlight has raised the bar on EDC multirole lighting. The ergonomic design makes it the most comfortable EDC light that I’ve experienced. The WEDGE is a serious pocket light with all of the capabilities of the best weapon mounted lights, and it’s available in two flavors: bronze or black. Pick one up, you won’t be disappointed. -SP
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Manufacturer Specifications
Features two lighting modes: Constant on and THRO™ (Temporarily Heightened Regulated Output) mode for maximum brightness 300 lumens; 69m beam; runs 3 hours THRO™: 1,000 lumens; 110m beam; 35 second burst Thin, ergonomic design fits comfortably in your hand and provides clean pocket carry Grooved for a sure grip Rotatable switch with battery level indicator Deep carry pocket clip attaches on either side of light USB-C rechargeable Lithium polymer battery charges in 3 hours Durable, anodized aluminum construction; tempered glass lens IPX7 waterproof to 1m; 1m impact resistance tested 5.46” (138.7 mm); 3.3 oz. (93.5g) Limited lifetime warranty
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