Abstract: A flashlight has a spherical end portion including a spherically curved transparent lens. A frusto conical hood formed from a resilient rubber material is received in surrounding relation on the spherical portion and includes a socket forming a ball and socket pivotal connection with the spherical portion. The hood forms a glare shield around the flashlight lens and is designed for abutment with a window pane. Relative pivotal movement of the body portion of the flashlight with respect to the hood allows an individual to direct a light beam in a variety of directions through a window pane without being subject to a reflective glare.