AA alkalines typically don't like discharge rates aboub 500-750 mA. For reference, I think this is what a AA incandescent Mini Mag pulls.

Going back to the original topic, I did get the batteries (Rayovac) out of the flashlight. But the flashlight itself is FUBAR'd. It's replacement will be an area light or lantern.
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