I usually carry a E1E Executive light in my front pocket when I'm dressed up as a civilian.
Once I put on my military uniform...and especially since I'm deployed overseas I carry an A2 Aviator by Surefire as a primary light. Considering that I usually work at night it has seen lots of use so far and it hasn't failed me yet. In fact, I dropped it on concrete the other day and it still functioned fine.
I went with the LED due to the long battery runtime because I didn't know if I would have access to a lithium battery supply over here. Batteries are lasting right around two weeks but I'm trigger happy for the bright bulb.
I'd purchase LED again if I had the choice...and I wouldn't stray far from Surefire. They've always treated me good and their products have performed every bit of their claim.
I don't carry a backup light on my person, but I usually have one close by.
Ed
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