US GI Flashlights TL-122B

The flashlight has a plastic body and a plastic casing for the button. The quality of the plastic material is comparable to the original items. A black rubber band is included, which serves for waterproofing. The material seems rugged and of good quality.

The flashlight is a 2-cell light and is not the brightest. Despite this, it works quite well for nighttime use. It is effective for its intended purpose. The lighting works fine once any initial contact issues are resolved.

The flashlight typically includes two lenses: one blue and one transparent. Some jackets ship with a replacement glass. The spare lens can sometimes arrive shattered.

Some flashlights have a funky switch that does not move initially. Issues with the contacts are common, but are usually easily fixed. Some switches need fiddling with the contacts or adding washers to prevent wobbling. The switch can also arrive bent from inadequate packing, but is repairable.

The plastic body seems pretty rugged and of good quality. The button is plastic, and its long-term durability is a concern for some. The flashlight is generally considered a good piece once any initial issues are addressed.

Some flashlights may require minor adjustments to the switch or contacts to get them working properly. This can involve unscrewing the switch, fiddling with contacts, or adding washers. One flashlight also needed re-threading of a screw. These issues are generally easy to fix.