Black Diamond warranty for headlamps & lights
The short version
Black Diamond doesn't cover everything, but keeps headlamps and lighting covered to 3 years. That full coverage is shorter than most of the 10 brands we compared, which typically cover 7 years in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.
From Black Diamond's published warranty, checked October 2026.
What's covered
Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
Purchase5 yrs10 yrs+Full: NonePartial: to 3 years
- Partial coverageHeadlamps and lighting3 years
The fine print, decoded
What it leaves out
- Fading
- Normal wear and tear
- Tears
Good to know before you buy
- Covers the original buyer only; items bought used are not covered.
- Proof of purchase or delivery is required, and photos may be requested.
- You pay shipping to Black Diamond; they pay return shipping.
How other brands compare for headlamps & lights
- 1. Coast75/100 · Full: Lifetime
- 2. Kobalt75/100 · Full: Lifetime
- 3. Milwaukee75/100 · Full: Lifetime
- 4. Rayovac75/100 · Full: Lifetime
- 5. Streamlight75/100 · Full: Lifetime
Where you buy it matters
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for headlamps & lights.
- BackcountryMost items90 days from delivery
- REIMost items90 days
- WalmartMost items90 days
- Big 5 Sporting GoodsWestern US storesMost items90 days
- ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
- Academy Sports + OutdoorsMost items60 days
Show all 9 stores
- Bass Pro ShopsMost items60 days
- Cabela'sMost items60 days
- Sportsman's WarehouseMost items30 days
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for headlamps & lights where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.
Other things Black Diamond makes
- Climbing Gear15/100Full: None. Partial to 2 years.
- Flashlights & Work Lights18/100Full: None. Partial to 3 years.
- Outdoor Apparel45/100Full: None. Partial to lifetime.
- Ski & Snowboard15/100Full: None. Partial to 2 years.
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