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post by Dick Winter   |  | 
Re: Flashlight Choices
<Reply # 120 on 1/21/2009 1:29 AM >

http://www.blackdi....com/gear/icon.php

This headlamp is disgustingly bright, and it has a surprisingly good battery life. I go everywhere with it.


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post by Assistance   |  | 
Re: Flashlight Choices
<Reply # 121 on 1/21/2009 6:29 AM >

Posted by Kemper
I wonder if it would be possible to hook a car headlight to a battery and use that as a light source... If so, that would be my choice.


Not only has it been done by many people, but there are lights that are meant to lock on top of a 12Volt battery.


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post by metawaffle   |  | King of Puns

Re: Flashlight Choices
<Reply # 122 on 1/21/2009 7:48 AM >

Posted by Assistance
I also have several rechargeable CR123A-size lithium batteries that could be recharged by my small solar panel.


Hey, that's kinda cool - have you actually tried it? How long does it take to charge up one or two batteries?


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post by Assistance   |  | 
Re: Flashlight Choices
<Reply # 123 on 1/23/2009 8:23 AM >

I have not hooked them up yet, but I have a couple of old garden solar panels that are currently in working condition. I'll let you know when I manage to use them to recharge batteries. So, I have not yet done it, but in the case of emergency, I'm sure I could figure something out.


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post by leefypk   |  | 
Re: Flashlight Choices
<Reply # 124 on 1/29/2009 3:05 AM >

Just ordered my Romisen RC-I3. Nice looking flashlight, and it's cheap, too.

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post by metawaffle   |  | King of Puns

Re: Flashlight Choices
<Reply # 125 on 1/29/2009 3:11 AM >

Posted by leefypk
Just ordered my Romisen RC-I3. Nice looking flashlight, and it's cheap, too.


One nice thing about the RC-I3 is that if you wrap a little bit of thin tape around the end, you can fit a Fenix lantern-style diffuser:

https://www.fenix-...hp?products_id=339



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post by velcrozeppelin   |  | 
Re: Flashlight Choices
<Reply # 126 on 2/3/2009 7:32 PM >

More for drainers, but:


http://www.amazon....=1233688976&sr=8-1

20 Million Candlepower/3335 Lumens for 90 bucks.

I've seen a 2 million candlepower spotlight light up a drain tunnel for about 100 yards before it hit a slight bend. I can't imagine how bright this would be.


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post by Air   |  | 
Re: Flashlight Choices
<Reply # 127 on 2/4/2009 4:45 PM >

Posted by velcrozeppelin
More for drainers, but:

http://ecx.images-...._SL500_AA280_.jpg
http://www.amazon....=1233688976&sr=8-1

20 Million Candlepower/3335 Lumens for 90 bucks.

I've seen a 2 million candlepower spotlight light up a drain tunnel for about 100 yards before it hit a slight bend. I can't imagine how bright this would be.


Unless it holds a charge well, it could be total crap and run for 5-7 minutes like the 10mil power I had which just went dead after an expo.

I have heard good things about the Pelican BIG D from someone here...



http://www.lapolic....com/pebigdfl.html

But seriously 1-2mil power torches are more then enough unless you plan on helping aircraft to land in the middle of the amazon, or something.

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post by Air   |  | 
Re: Flashlight Choices
<Reply # 128 on 2/4/2009 4:51 PM >

Posted by Allva
When I started this whole UE thing I was obsessed with expensive flashlights that supposedly would make my life better when using them for exploring. Now that I've been doing this for a few years, I favor cheap lighter models... The kind you could buy at the register in WalMart or Big Lots.
To me the best flashlight is the kind that you are not afraid to lose, to drop or to brake...the kind of light that you might have to ditch...the kind of light that I won't worry about because I've spent huge amount of money on it...
Don't get me wrong...I own my share of pricey light emitting rigs that I use as needed. It's just lately when I'm about to enter a new location, I use one of my
"disposable" flashlights with fresh batteries...No worries, no problems. Travel light, take good photos, get out alive and have fun.


I think your right, I only really care about lights to assist with my photography. On the occasion I just go take a look somewhere, I just take the maglite. But photographers are total gear whores anyways so....


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post by hilite   |  | 
Re: Flashlight Choices
<Reply # 129 on 2/4/2009 9:20 PM >

I use a AA maglite with the Nite Ize LED upgrade and the I.Q. pushbutton all for around $20, if you know where to look. It provides a nice flood pattern, but for far distance I use a big ol army surplus right angle torch


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post by tribeachpunk   |  | 
Re: Flashlight Choices
<Reply # 130 on 2/4/2009 11:32 PM >



Picked this up for $10 this week. 2-million cp, rechargeable.. Came with a cig lighter car charger.. Great deal..!


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post by Air   |  | 
Re: Flashlight Choices
<Reply # 131 on 2/5/2009 12:34 AM >

Posted by tribeachpunk
http://a116.g.akam...77569830836897.jpg

Picked this up for $10 this week. 2-million cp, rechargeable.. Came with a cig lighter car charger.. Great deal..!


I've had two of those, they don't last as long as the garrity's. Which as I see have been discontinued ..?!?!?!


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post by Banditt   |  | 
Re: Flashlight Choices
<Reply # 132 on 2/24/2009 12:50 AM >

Perfect for drains...

Just dont look into the lit end.... lol

AEX25-EP

http://www.aelight...category=11&id=192

126375.jpg (33 kb, 525x339)
click to view




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post by \/adder   |  | 
Re: Flashlight Choices
<Reply # 133 on 2/24/2009 5:28 AM >

Posted by Banditt27
Perfect for drains...

Just dont look into the lit end.... lol

AEX25-EP

http://www.aelight...category=11&id=192

126375.jpg (33 kb, 525x339)
click to view



Because we all have 600 dollars to spend on a flashlight.

Seriously I would spend 1/2 that on


Or better yet... I'd spend <100 on parts and build my own. It CAN be done.


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post by Banditt   |  | 
Re: Flashlight Choices
<Reply # 134 on 2/24/2009 6:09 AM >

ya, but these come with an external battery attachment... good for a decent capacity 'cheap' lead acid battery to easily range it up to 12 hrs+ burn time... while maintaining a water-resistant demeanor and manageable backpack weight....

You are right about the MSRPs tho... way out of line....


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post by metawaffle   |  | King of Puns

Re: Flashlight Choices
<Reply # 135 on 2/24/2009 6:12 AM >

Posted by Air 33
But photographers are total gear whores anyways so....


You've got that right

I notice I only say "oh, the gear isn't important" once I have all the gear.


OBLIGATORY PLUG: Don't forget there's a private board called Flashlights, Torches, and Portable Lighting, for all your lighting discussion needs. We also like light painting. It's in the list of private boards, but if that sounds like too much work, feel free to PM me if you want to be added.

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post by Banditt   |  | 
Re: Flashlight Choices
<Reply # 136 on 2/24/2009 6:44 AM >

Posted by TheVicariousVadder


Because we all have 600 dollars to spend on a flashlight.

Seriously I would spend 1/2 that on
http://www.wickedlasers.com/images/products/secondary/172.jpg

Or better yet... I'd spend <100 on parts and build my own. It CAN be done.


Although with an internal battery lifetime of only 15 mins, your little egg cooker might get you killed pretty fast in a tunnel....

Just add this one to the "Lets make Santa Broke" list of wishful things...

Its nice to dream.


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post by tribeachpunk   |  | 
Re: Flashlight Choices
<Reply # 137 on 2/25/2009 3:05 AM >

So.......... I bought another one. I wandered into Princess Auto to pickup an hex-key set and noticed a pallet of these at $16.99 each..



• 6V, 25 watt halogen bulb
• Rechargeable battery
• ABS body with soft touch finishing
• Adjustable stand
• Back warning light
• Includes AC/DC CUL adapter, car charger, belt, 12V DC car adapter


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post by leefypk   |  | 
Re: Flashlight Choices
<Reply # 138 on 2/26/2009 10:05 PM >

Posted by metawaffle


One nice thing about the RC-I3 is that if you wrap a little bit of thin tape around the end, you can fit a Fenix lantern-style diffuser:

https://www.fenix-...hp?products_id=339



I usually just take the cap off of my Dorcy, but I'm a total gear whore and I bought one anyway.


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post by metawaffle   |  | King of Puns

Re: Flashlight Choices
<Reply # 139 on 2/26/2009 10:48 PM >

Posted by leefypk


I usually just take the cap off of my Dorcy, but I'm a total gear whore and I bought one anyway.


Excellent. Gear whores of the world unite! Handy little bits of plastic, those diffusers; I can't tell you how pleased I am that they now make them in a larger size.


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