Magnetic telescoping flashlight ideas?

[BlackLead]

I've been tasked with finding one of these as a gift from my mother to my father. She saw some on one of those HSN shows or something, and she thinks it's something he'd like, which he probably will. Does anyone have one of these, or have any recommendations? This particular type has the magnet on the light end, as well as on the housing, from what I'm told. There are dozens on the web; I was hoping for some insight from the members.
Thanks.

 

[fivespdcat]

I've got he craftsman one. I would say its pretty nice and fairly bright. Just be warned, te end is bigger than a standard magnet so the light can fit. It's this one:

http://www.sears.com/craftsman-magnetic-pick-up-tool-with-light/p-00946946000P

Good quality and made in the USA. I would buy it again.

 

[Mastermind]

i grabbed one at tractor supply a couple yrs ago, one l.e.d. in the center of the magnet, just like a regular extendo magnet, a larger one, but it works great.

 

[AZ_Catskinner]

A lot of parts stores carry one from "Performance Tool" that is surprisingly good for the few bucks it costs.

I've got a Bluepoint that has been with me for quite a while and seems a little heavier duty than most.

 

[unslow1]

That Craftsman goes on sale for $7.99 all the time. I have one and like it.

 

[plinker]

I've got one that has magnets on both ends, tele's out, and has a flex piece on the head end with three LED's.

I've got it at work, so I can get the mfg. tomorrow.

 

[lowbucktruck]

I have a General Tools brand telescoping magnet pickup with the LED light (got it for Christmas a couple years back), and I really like it. Comes in handy when you drop a fastener into the engine bay when working on a car. (had to use it recently, while wrenching in the dark)

This is the one I have: http://www.instrumentation2000.com/generaltools582telescopingminilightwithmagneticpickup.aspx

Here it is at Lowes:
http://www.lowes.com/pd_79322-56005-759582_0__?productId=3138087

 

[losabio]

Mayhew makes one that's magnetic on both ends, telescopic, and equipped with a gooseneck for flexibility. It uses little batteries which are $$$, so maybe just save the lamp function for when it's crucial. Use a drop light or regular flashlight when possible.

http://amzn.com/B001RIYKZA

 

[plinker]

Mayhew makes one that's magnetic on both ends, telescopic, and equipped with a gooseneck for flexibility. It uses little batteries which are $$$, so maybe just save the lamp function for when it's crucial. Use a drop light or regular flashlight when possible.

http://amzn.com/B001RIYKZA

This is the same as the one I've got except mines blue. Very handy to have.