Larry,
My light (The MAG 951) put so much light all over the place that you don't have to use the old "search" position, panning the light is not needed, the entire room is illuminated.
Ilike the position with thelight in top of my head, the light fell in the sights and you can see even the 1911 small military ones perfectly.
But since putting the Crimson Trace Laser Grips, I dont have to worry to get the sights, I can shoot from the hip if I want and the flashlight can be in any position as long as is to the front.
AH!! Nostalgic!! You talking about Kel-Lites, My first quality flashlight after the Eveready Captain and the Ray-O-Vac Sportmans!!
Here are two that I bought in 1977 from Bianchi Leather Goods in EL Paso.
Two "C" and Three "C"
But now they are modified the 2 C uses three 123's in a sleeve and a KPR 112.
and the 3 C uses four 123's and a Carley 717 bulb.
Very bright lights.
Best regards
black bear 84