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    Fenix LD20 R4 or R5?

    Hi Guys: I need another Fenix LD20. I have a Q5. The store has R4 and R5 in stock now. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each? Which would you recommend? Thanks.
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    Fenix ld20 modes

    I bought a Fenix LD20 R4. It had the same fault. med > med > high > sos. I was using alkaline cells. The LED was a nice white, the beam pattern was good, and the throw was great. I returned it for an exchange. The replacement worked properly on the exact same batteries I was using in the bad...
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    Fenix Q5/R4 ???

    So, I bought the Fenix LD20 Q5. It has an OP reflector. The LED is a nice white color and the beam is OK. I may buy an LD20 R4 later. Thanks for all your help.
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    Fenix Q5/R4 ???

    It's hard to judge the beam patterns and colors in the store. Based on your advice, I will go with the Q5. Thanks for your help.
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    Fenix Q5/R4 ???

    I am going to buy a Fenix LD20. The store has both Q5 and R4 versions in stock. Which would you recommend, and why. Thanks for your help.
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    DMM to test a bulb

    You set the DMM to the lowest resistance range. That’s usually about 200 ohms maximum reading. You then connect the test leads to the contacts of the bulb. A PR2 bulb (for two D cells) that is rated for 0.5 A at 2.4 V measured 0.5 ohms on my meter. Since V/R=I, you would think the bulb would...
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    Surefire warranty going down the crapper?

    If they can't fix your light, why don't they give you a refund?
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    Best single flashlight for the car?

    Another vote for the UK 4AA eLED Zoom.
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    Is there a flashlight for firefighters?

    The two flashlights are quite different. The Streamlight ProPoly 4AA body is a more generic design. The UK 4AA body is quite unique. The UK batteries load one at a time through a small hole when the bezel is removed. The UK is smaller, flatter, and fits my hand better. The UK 4AA lights have...
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