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Elzetta

Charlie C133

Three-cell USA-made modular tactical flashlight milled from bar-stock aluminum with potted electronics and a lifetime guarantee. 1350 lumens and 322m throw on CR123A primaries — built for law enforcement, military, and serious survival use.

Best for Tactical1,350 lm322 m throwIPX8210g

Amazon: 4.7/5 (150 ratings)

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Score: 78.1

Best for Tactical

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Verdict

Strengths

  • Top-tier waterproof rating for harsh conditions

Trade-offs

  • Heavier than typical pocket-carry options
  • No lockout mode to prevent accidental activation
  • No pocket clip included
  • No built-in charging — external charger required

Score Breakdown

Our algorithm scores every flashlight across six profiles. Select a profile to see which metrics drive the result. How we score →

Overall score

Buyer trust, value, raw performance, and build quality.

72.2
Amazon TrustCombines Amazon star rating (4.7/5) with review volume (150 ratings). A 4.9 with few reviews scores lower than a 4.6 with thousands — quality and confidence both matter.
Amazon Trust35%Buyer social proof from Amazon — 60% star rating + 40% review volume. High stars with few reviews score lower than solid ratings with lots of buyers.63
Star Rating60%4.7 / 580
Review Volume40%150 ratings36
Value25%How much performance you get per dollar.36
Performance Blend55%65
Max Lumens40%1,350 lm67
High Runtime30%1.5 hr56
Peak Candela30%26,000 cd71
Price45%$247.501
Performance25%Blend of lumens, candela, throw distance, and high-mode runtime.66
Max Lumens35%1,350 lm67
Peak Candela25%26,000 cd71
Beam Distance20%322 m71
High Runtime20%1.5 hr56
Durability15%IP waterproof rating and impact resistance.97 / 10097

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Performance

Max Lumens1,350
Sustained Lumens650
Candela26,000
Beam Distance322 m
Beam Patternhybrid
CRI—
Turbo Stepdown60s

Hardware

BatteryCR123A
Rechargenone
ReplaceableYes
LED—
Weight210.0g
Length178.0mm
Head35.0mm

Features

IP RatingIPX8
Impact Resist.3.0m
MaterialAluminum
StrobeYes
LockoutNo
MemoryNo
Magnetic TailNo

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Common Questions

Is the Elzetta Charlie waterproof?
Yes, the Elzetta Charlie has a IPX8 waterproof rating, making it suitable for use in rain and wet conditions.
What battery does the Elzetta Charlie use?
The Elzetta Charlie uses CR123A batteries.
How far can the Elzetta Charlie throw?
The Elzetta Charlie has a maximum beam distance of 322 meters (1056 feet) with 26,000 candela.
How bright is the Elzetta Charlie?
The Elzetta Charlie produces up to 1,350 lumens on its highest mode.
How much does the Elzetta Charlie weigh?
The Elzetta Charlie weighs 210.0g (7.4 oz). It is 178.0mm long.

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