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Back in the early days of handheld lights the Penlite or penlight was a popular item. They stayed in production into the present day - as LED form. I was taking a look at them again, but I am left undecided.
Here's one from the 1930's - looks like a proper fountain pen.
The pocket clip is also the momentary switch.
And the bulb is deeply recessed so as to avoid damage.
The incandescent Penlites take 2AA batteries usually and all of them are not that bright, just 'enough' and better than nothing. You can walk using them at a pinch. More light than an AAA Solitaire. Here's what it looks like along a dark footpath.
It's certainly not something I'd choose based on light output, yet the design and idea seems a good one. So I was wondering. Does anyone still have a good use for an incandescent Penlite? If so what do you use it for - and what model is it?
Here's one from the 1930's - looks like a proper fountain pen.
The pocket clip is also the momentary switch.
And the bulb is deeply recessed so as to avoid damage.
The incandescent Penlites take 2AA batteries usually and all of them are not that bright, just 'enough' and better than nothing. You can walk using them at a pinch. More light than an AAA Solitaire. Here's what it looks like along a dark footpath.
It's certainly not something I'd choose based on light output, yet the design and idea seems a good one. So I was wondering. Does anyone still have a good use for an incandescent Penlite? If so what do you use it for - and what model is it?