The Best Lights for Whitetail Hunters

Whitetail hunters value reliable gear. From their rifles to their optics and all the archery tackle you can think of, deer hunters think seriously about each piece of gear they take afield. However, you could argue that flashlights and headlamps are two pieces of gear that hunters don’t think about as much as they should before placing one in their pack.

A whitetail hunter’s lighting needs can vary widely depending on the situation. For example, if you know you made a good shot on a buck and you’re simply looking for blood or scanning for a downed body, you’ll want a bright light with a strong beam to aid in your efforts. On the other hand, for covertly accessing or exiting your hunting spots, you’ll want a subtle-beamed headlamp that casts either green or red light. This will help you move throughout the woods without spooking any game.

To help you find the perfect light for your deer hunting needs this season, we’ve gathered a couple reliable products from Streamlight®. Whether you’re looking to light up the woods or stealthily navigate the dark, we’ve got you covered!

ProTac HL 6 Flashlight

New from Streamlight, the ProTac HL 6® is perfect for the deer hunter looking for a handheld flashlight to cast a bright, strong beam. On high, this light produces 5,300 lumens and 80,000 candela; the HL 6 can run continuously on the high setting for two hours. If you’re wanting to preserve battery life for as long as possible, however, the HL 6 can go for 12.5 hours on low. So, on a full charge, this light could actually run all night long if needed. Weighing just over a pound and measuring only 10.5 inches, the HL 6 packs impressive lighting capabilities into a compact package.

Green Trident LED Headlamp

If you’re looking for a versatile light that covers all your hunting needs, I’d highly recommend looking into the Green Trident LED Headlamp® (shown above). At just 5.5 ounces, this extremely lightweight headlamp can operate on low for 63 hours; that’s truly impressive battery life! When designing this lamp, Streamlight obviously thought about a sportsman’s lighting needs. Equipped with green LED lighting, the Green Trident is made to avoid spooking game. And the on/off switch is designed to be easy-to-operate with gloves on. With both up-close and distance lighting settings, the Green Trident is perfect for whitetail hunters.

If you’re interested in either of these lights, or you’d like to check out lights for a variety of uses, head over to Streamlight’s website to view all their products!

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