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    Emisar button as light source vs voltage indicator

    I just received my first Emisar (which is also my first Anduril light) - a D4K. I've just spent a couple of hours playing with it and Anduril, and I'm blown away! Firstly, this is a seriously good light. I got the raised switch bezel, and this is the first compact light I've owned with a...
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    USB-C, high power, high CRI suggestions?

    Hi, I haven't bought any lights in the last couple of years but I've got the itch for an upgrade. I like the look of the Rovyvon S23 or even the Wuben X1, but I would gladly trade a few lumens for higher CRI. However it seems like high CRI generally tends toward small, single emitter designs...
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    Micro-USB charged lithium light with car cradle?

    Hi all, I've just been issued with a Pelican 7600 (I'm an emergency responder). It's the first USB-chargeable light I've used and I'm liking it. I find it really handy to keep it in the car on 'constant' (well, ignition-switched) charge. This way I always have a good light with me ready to go...
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    Single AAA clicky recommendations?

    I have a bunch of AA lights, but I'm beginning to find AAA more useful for the other things I carry so I'm looking to standardize. I don't need super-small or fiddly, nor a bunch of complicated programmable behaviours that I'll forget how to use. Single mode is fine, although a low reading...
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    Milwaukee M12 LED aluminum metal flashlight (2355)

    Hi all, a bit surprised not to see any mention of this flashlight here yet. It's my latest acquisition and I'm really impressed. Lovely neutral tint. Great optics and zoom action. Separate mode and power button. Onboard battery level indicator (finally, thank you universe). Uses M12 (12v)...
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    Decent hand cranked / dynamo light?

    Before you all start on me, let me tell you this... I own a 'fleet' of expensive LED flashlights, powered by a number of different battery types, some Milwaukee and Ryobi worklights with onboard fuel gauges, and a single $5 hand cranked light - and that is the one I generally grab before I head...
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    In the dark about remaining charge?

    Hi everyone, I haven't popped in for a while but I've recently become re-inspired to get something off my chest. I have become more and more convinced that the lack of a charge indicator in consuming devices is unforgiveable, and can only be explained by laziness or cheapness. I can't be the...
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    EDC multitool recommendations

    My EDC is evolving and I'm generally carrying a SAK and small flashlight in a belt pouch, with an auxiliary kit (fanny pack) that either slips into a briefcase or holdall or travels alone with me depending on circumstances. In that I'll carry things like first aid, spare batteries, sunglasses...
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    Reverse clickies - why?

    I remember reading about fwd vs rev clickies when I first visited this site. IIRC the reason the Quarks, for example, had to use a rev clicky was because of the cycling UI. But surely the UI doesn't know where the click is - it just knows it has power, then it doesn't, then it does. So why...
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    My new baby - Maelstrom S12

    Well, it just arrived - my new S12, with 2 batteries and charger. Yay! This won't be jammed full of beamshots and scope graphs I'm afraid, more like the humble musings of a flashlight user. It's also not even dark here yet and I'm still waiting for the battery to top off - that should happen...
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    Regular Quark AA - a forgotten gem

    I've just moved out to the bush, and finally got around to unpacking my lights and working out what my new EDC will be. I've got quite a collection now, mostly 4/7s, and mostly AA and AAA configurations, but a few others as well. Despite the best of intentions, the AAA (and 123) lights never...
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    Fenix TK45 tech questions

    Hi, I've posted a couple of questions recently about getting a new high-power light and using the cell/s to charge an iPhone via a USB adaptor. It strikes me that one option could be the TK45 with its 8xAA magazine. Can anyone tell me: 1. What is the cell configuration / output voltage of...
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    Battery expertise needed: which cell for a usb power supply & flashlight?

    Hi, I haven't had much experience with rechargeable batteries smaller than power tool size so I could use some advice. I didn't have any luck in the LED thread so I thought I'd try again here. I'm in the market for a new 800lm+ flashlight, which means getting into a new battery system - and...
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    Light/battery combo with usb (out) adaptor?

    So I'm gassing for a 'monster' light, which means getting into a new lithium rechargeable setup. I have no current hardware investment so I can choose any format I like. I occasionally use my iPhone to record jam sessions etc and it occurred to me that if I'm going to carry around a...
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    Manufacturer's Websites

    Just wanted to vent a bit and see whether or not I'm alone. I'm finding it really frustrating to try and research my next purchase, due to what I feel is the poor presentation of many manufacturer's websites. You go to a manufacturer's site expecting to see the range of lights they offer...
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    General Purpose Monster (thinking Maelstrom S12?)

    Hi everyone, I've decided that my 'collection' (curse this place) of mostly AA lights lacks a general purpose monster light. It will get see general usage around a bush property, checking out noises, spotting critters, cycling between campsites, zapping post-apocolyptic zombies, you know the...
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    Holy carp! What have I done?!

    And I hold you lot entirely responsible:broke: I came to this forum a couple of weeks ago as I felt the need for a decent LED flashlight (maybe two) and was a bit overwhelmed by the options. I have to leave now, having pulled the trigger on the following: Keychain/pocket: 1 x Titanium...
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    Mini 123 /CR2 without knurling?

    Hi everyone, I came here to help me decide which flashlight to buy and now I'm trying to narrow it down to 6... :broke: I've decided to go with AA's, except I fancy getting a single pocket rocket just for giggles. I'll use primaries in it and try to restrain myself. The Quark MiNi 123 looks...
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    Running costs: Quark AA vs 123

    Just thought I might put this up for discussion - please let me know if it's old hat or if I've missed a major point! I have been trying to decide whether to move away from my 'AA only' position and consider 123 lights. I was out and about today, and had a look around to see how easy 123's were...
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    My ideal UI

    OK, so I have no actual experience but I am reading lots of guides and watching youtube vids etc, and I'm not sure I've found a UI I really like the look of. How about this: 1. Give the head a series of very subtle (but countable) clicks - say every 10 degrees. 2. Add a 'detent' at, say, 300...

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