VME 2AA Classic HCRI Flashlight

We yearned for the simple times, when a spade was just a spade. A flashlight just a basic light. Thus was born the VME 2AA Classic.

It's just a simple click on, and click off. There's no modes, no user interface, no disco strobe, no blinks, no PWM, no fuss, no frustration.

In stripping things down to bare essentials, we bring the same great beam from our beloved VME, built Malkoff tough in the 2x AA format, ideal for anybody who wants to keep their batteries simple, safe, and easily obtainable. The VME 2AA Classic's reliable boost engine runs great on dusty old alkalines found at the last gas station for miles.

At 100 lumens, the VME 2AA Classic is great as a shop light, in your toolbag, the trunk of your car, or more uniquely, on nuclear submarines which do not tolerate the use of lithium-ion flashlights. The VME 2AA takes advantage of the unique chemistry of rechargeable NiMH batteries, which are safe for long storage in hot or cold temperatures with no chance of thermal runaway. With a long 6.5+ hour runtime, the VME 2AA has plenty of power to get the job done.

Unlike the light that inspired the 2AA Classic, the VME is 7x brighter, has a crystal clear, artifact-free beam, has a tougher-than-nails hard anodize finish, and runs longer on a single set of batteries than those old bulbs would last. And of course, the VME's emitter never burns out or needs replacement.

Like all of our Malkoff products, the engine is fully potted, making the VME 2AA Classic the most durable and reliable it can be, allowing battery changes in pouring rain or even underwater. While we recommend changing the AA batteries on dry land, you will never end up in the wrong scary movie knowing that you can have plenty of light on everyday disposable AA batteries, you'll always have light..

All parts are easily user-serviceable and replaceable. Light window, gasket, o-rings, clicky boot, and pocket clip all readily replaced or upgraded at user’s discretion. System compatible with all M Light Engines and E series.

Nichia 519A sm353
100 lumens
280mA draw on fresh NiMH pair ~ 6.5+hrs
weight: 4 oz (without batteries)
length 6.25"
head dia 1.11"
Made in the USA. The body and head are sterile with no engraving.

Please note: Kosen Glow Rings are not compatible with the VME 2AA Classic.