Written by
LeifUK on 01-21-2011 11:39 AM GMT
Good review. I bought the light on the strength of reviews, especially this one. No I won't be coming after you with a big stick and an angry expression. The light is excellent, and the build quality is superb. Clearly the Fenix TK40 can be seen as a direct competitor at a similar price, but this one is shorter, and lighter. I wish the bezel was less prominent as it does shade peripheral light which would be helpful for cross country running. Not a big deal though. And it would be nice to have a diffuser like the Fenix one for the L2D etc which consists of little microprisms or a clip on plastic negative lens. And as you indicate the absence of a case is surprising. I like the presentation which consists of a cardboard box with sponge padding, much better than thick plastic in my opinion if only for environmental reasons but it is easier to open. Oh and I got 1 hour 9 minutes on max using 2xEneloop + 2xPanasonic Infinion. The torch got pretty warm. 4 x Panasonic 2600mAh cells gave just under 1 hour but I think they are worn out.
These people make very good falshlights (sic). Shame about the smelling pistake.