I purchased the Streamlight unit after having purchased a number of rechargable LED lights that would not hold up in shop use. I have used Streamlight products since1981 due to having worked in law enforcement. Streamlight products are the best of the kind and have always given me good service. Also when repairs were needed Streamlight repaired them quickly and at little to no cost. I have been sorely disappointed on the lack of ruggedness of most LED rechargable lights. I purchased this Switchblade based on my past history of Steamlight having dependable products. I like the unit, it is bright and appears very rugged, although I have not used it a great deal yet to prove that. I have no doubt if problems develop Streamlight will stand behind their product. I wish it was ... Read moreI purchased the Streamlight unit after having purchased a number of rechargable LED lights that would not hold up in shop use. I have used Streamlight products since1981 due to having worked in law enforcement. Streamlight products are the best of the kind and have always given me good service. Also when repairs were needed Streamlight repaired them quickly and at little to no cost. I have been sorely disappointed on the lack of ruggedness of most LED rechargable lights. I purchased this Switchblade based on my past history of Steamlight having dependable products. I like the unit, it is bright and appears very rugged, although I have not used it a great deal yet to prove that. I have no doubt if problems develop Streamlight will stand behind their product. I wish it was programmable in the order of the way the light comes on and goes through its transitions. It seems odd to me that the rear light comes on first rather than the front light of the stick. I had much rather have it light up from the inside and then transition to the outside. Really a small issue, but one that could be improved on. At this point I would rebuy this same model. Read Less