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    Jetbeam tcr 01 is out

    Thanks guys for the info! Just wanted to be sure. And i agree that they should mention the IMR 18350 compatibility on the spec sheet of the the TC-R1. AA and 18650 extenders would be ideal in making it a lot more versatile.
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    Jetbeam tcr 01 is out

    I got my TC-R1 about three weeks ago and am currently using AW 16340's and AW IMR 16340's for it. I've been considering acquiring a couple of AW IMR 18350's. Will this fit? It's also good that i read the post of Darksoul about Nyogel779zc not working on solving the gritty Ti on Ti control ring...
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    What is The Best Way To Get Rid of Mice

    Prevention is the best! Before you even set out on your plan of attack, search your house for all the possible places that these mice might use to gain access to your house. When you've marked all these possible tiny cracks, cut to size and fold tightly some aluminum screen and wedge these into...
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    Poll: Do You Use Strobe/SOS Modes?

    I've experienced the need for it a number of times and when i did, i noticed instant access is crucial almost vital even. e.g. crossing through streets and foliage as both a warning device as well as a deterrent for certain unwanted wildlife confrontations. The sos i've used to help other...
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    March 2012 - Flashlights you have purchased this month

    Same here! Great sale price for 4Sevens Maelstrom S18 at Going Gear plus the cpf discount for around $150! Sweet deal!
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    What was the last LED light you purchased and why?

    Zebralight SC600 and I just ordered the new Sunwayman V10R T+. So now i'm a happy camper...for a while at least.
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    What was your first loved flashlight?

    I know this goes way back and it shows my age but this was my first... An Eveready 2 cell ribbed metal light with target switch. http://www.flashlightmuseum.com/Eveready-Flashlight-8251-2-Cell-Ribbed-Metal-Light-with-Target-Switch-2D-1957
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    Have you arrived at any conclusions after purchasing the lights you now own, traded,

    I rarely have buyers remorse since it is a passion of mine. but the few times I do have a tinge of regret I assign it a specific duty in my mind to make it 'indispensible' so to speak. :)
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    tactical flashlight holsters

    Thanks a lot! Now i'm off to get myself a Surefire V85 holster from B&H Photo here in NY. http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/564264-REG/Surefire_V85_V85_Holster.html
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    February 2012, FLaSHLiGHTS You BouGHT THiS MoNTH?

    I know I shouldn't have but... i...just...can't...help...it! :shakehead Jetbeam PA10, Zebralight SC600 plus a nice 1200 Pelican case for my Jetbeam RRT-3 triple XM-L. :)
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    Those tunes that get stuck in your head

    Back home we have a term for it...LSS - last song syndrome. :whistle:
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    Let's talk JAZZ !!

    i am and always have been a big fan of Billie Holiday and Miles Davis. 'Nuff said. :)
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    People who don't do PMs.

    In my case pming is the communication form of choice whether it be CPF, Facebook or whatever and also quite the lesser evil meaning it is less intrusive and won't clog up your inbox since i value my privacy and give out my email addy only when necessary.
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    What job do you do?

    I've been a broadcast journalist for close to twenty years now. I used to anchor the primetime newscast in my home county for 15 years. Now i'm a freelance correspondent for a couple of news organizations.
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