Whether your focus is camping, preparedness, or just good old-fashioned utility, there’s no doubt that proper illumination tools are a hallmark of the “ready for anything” crowd.
While it can be tough to balance cost and performance, there’s no shortage of companies vying for your hard-earned dollars
Seattle, WA – (March 13 th , 2026) – NEXTORCH the primary U.S. distributor of global
manufacturer NEXTORCH Industries, is proud to announce the new eStar 1,300 Lumen Ultra Bright Headlamp with Dual Light.The NEXTORCH eStar is a professional-grade dual-light headlamp designed for hunting, fishing and real-world work environments from industrial maintenance and emergency response to night field operations. Powered by NEXTORCH’s in-house Claw Optics™ feline-inspired lens, eStar delivers a smooth, controlled beam with natural transitions, eliminating harsh hotspots while maximizing usable illumination.
With 1,300 lumens of output, dual white & red LEDs, stepless dimming, and dual-power compatibility, the NEXTORCH eStar adapts instantly to any task, any condition, and any power source. Claw Optics™ Precision Beam System is NEXTORCH’s proprietary Claw Optics™ lens are engineered with a feline-inspired optical structure that shapes light with high efficiency and perfect edge control.
Unlike conventional reflectors, it produces a clean, even beam with smooth spot-to-flood transition, allowing accurate work at both close range and long distance. Dual Light Sources The white & red lights of the eStar integrate high-output, white LEDs and auxiliary red LEDs into a single compact system.
All the marketing speak and buzz words in the world can’t beat a good spec sheet, though, so let’s see what NEXTORCH is working with.
- Spot Beam for long-range visibility • Spot mode (12° focused beam)
- Flood Beam for wide-area work lighting • Flood mode (90° wide beam)
- Mixed Spot & Flood for balanced field illumination • Mixed spot & flood mode
- White Light (Up to 1,300 lm) • Red Light & SOS
- Preserves night vision • Reduces light disturbance
- Battery Options: 2 removable 1200 mAh Li-polymer battery (USB-C charging) (one spare battery) or 3 × AAA alkaline batteries
- Housing Material: PC + ABS engineering plastics
- Waterproof rating: IP67
- Impact resistant: 3.2 ft.
- Dimensions: 2.4” × 1.8” × 1.4”
- Weight: 3 oz (without battery) 4.2 oz (with battery)
- Headband: 7A-grade antimicrobial, odor-resistant, reflective, ventilated and adjustable
MSRP: $49.99
No doubt the NEXTORCH eStar headlamp looks good on paper. I’ll be working to get a review right here on thetruthaboutguns.com.
About NEXTORCH
NEXTORCH is a global leader in high-performance lighting and tactical gear, trusted by professionals in over 100 countries. With more than 200 international patents, NEXTORCH products are engineered through extensive field testing, law enforcement training, and real-world feedback from tactical users. From the frontlines to the backwoods, NEXTORCH lights the way when performance matters most. If you only trust the best, trust NEXTORCH.
-Jens “Rex Nanorum” Hammer
@Rexnanorum