Abstract: A combination lightwand/holster device, involving a flashlight and a cone shaped diffuser element. When not in use as a lightwand, the cone shaped diffuser element expands, as it serves as a holster for the flashlight. Once the flashlight is removed from the holster, the distal end of the cone shaped diffuser element curls around itself, resulting in a more cone-like configuration, which beneficially imparts an enhanced degree of directional acuity to an observer, when the device is used as a directional lightwand. The diffuser element which has longitudinally extending openings or slits running along its length, provides better retention of the flashlight when carried in the holster, as well as providing easier insertion and removal of the flashlight.

Abstract: The subject invention combines the function of a flashlight holster with the function of a light wand. The combined functions are provided by a shaped, translucent receptacle, into which the flashlight is protectively inserted and carried. Part of the holster-wand may incorporate an attachment for facilitating removable securement of the holster-wand combination to the carrier's person. The holster-wand combination may incorporate a flexibly attached cap which acts as a flashlight lens protector and/or as a color coded signalling device. The combination may advantageously include an internal bottom spring, which allows the accommodation of various length flashlights. The combination is attachable to the user's person via a clip, such as a belt-clip, or it may be attached to a stationary object. In an alternate embodiment, the invention is fastened to the clip via a permanent magnet assembly.