MAGLITE S3D016 Heavy-Duty 3-D Cell Flashlight, Black

What's in the Box
Flashlight, spare bulb

Amazon.com Review
Unless you've been hiding in the dark for the last few decades, you're sure to recognize this classic from Mag Instrument. The solid dependability of Mag flashlights is hard to top, which explains why the brand is so popular with police officers, security guards, and other people who can't afford to be left in the dark. This three-D-cell model is great for home use and an essential part of any home emergency kit. It shines as bright as most homeowners could ask for, and a simple twist of the head changes the beam from a spot to a luminous floodlight. Having a Mag flashlight on hand can keep an inconvenience, like a November blackout, from becoming a small disaster. It is also a great light for illuminating the woods and keeping the bears at bay on summer camping trips. The weighty feel of a Mag-Lite also offers a sense of security in the dark that other flashlights just don't have, enough to give you the confidence to confront any basement bogeyman or mountain monster. --Brian Trinen

This is the same model that many of our local law enforcement types use day-in / day-out. I'd image that may a miscreant has received a "bop" on the head with one of these babies and will think twice before resuming their layabout ways.

Get one of these with three fresh Duracell's and you're set. This flashlight will last you a lifetime!


THE BEST FLASHLIGHT OUT THERE!   May 24, 2005
Eddie Lancekick (Pacific Northwest)
7 out of 7 found this review helpful

In my opinion...this thing is the best. Is sturdy, heavy duty, can shine FOREVER down the dark forest path. It's rugged so you don't have to worry about it if it's bouncing around in a tool-box or dropping off the counter and hitting the kitchen floor.

I know people that have owned these for years. There is a reason why you get what you pay for, and a reason why you get your monies worth with these. They are good, solid, dependable, rugged flashlights that hold up to life's everyday uses. And as mentioned before, they shine very bright and far, not dim to a pinpoint like some big flashlights out there. I highly recommend it for yourself or for a gift for someone who could use it! Have one in your car, house, garage, shed, trailer, and travel kit. They come in handy, and for certain situations like being broke down, searching for something, or a power outage in your area, you want the best available!


the fall of water   January 3, 2006
4 out of 5 found this review helpful

one day i filled up the sink and put my mag instrument 3d cell battery flashlight next to the sink went to use the washroom and when i got back it fell in the sink i took it out and to my surprise it still worked


the fall of the titans   April 18, 2006
4 out of 5 found this review helpful

I once put my 3D cell black maglite flashlight on the closet shelf and i was leaving the room and i heard a thud i went to turn on the flashlight and to my surprise it still worked


Great tool   August 11, 2005
P. Gephardt
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

This is a great flashlight, but more than that due to the mass of the three D cells and construction of the unit. Changing a tire, I used mine to bang the jack and torque off the stuck lug nuts. Bareley a mark on the flashlight. Highly recommended. The minimag is a good flashlight for the glovebox, and I keep the 3D model under the seat.