I'm having trouble deciding on the best LED torch to buy for my sister. It must have white LED(s) and be capable of running on NIMH cells, and cannot be larger than 2xAA. The price and switch configuration are irrelevant.
Preferred Characteristics:
-One AA cell configuration (small)
-Lightweight
-Flood type beam or at least a decent amount of spill
-Keyring attachable
-Durable
She needs a flashlight for walking in the country at night, which is why spill is important. There is a better selection of lights that meet these requirements in the CR123A category, but I will not be sending her batteries every month and she already uses NIMH AA cells in her digicam. If it is not small, she will leave it behind and not have it when it's needed, so it would be nice if it was a 1xAA light, and it needs to be brighter than the CMG/Gerber Ultra series.
The contenders (that I know of) are the Gerber Trio, (will it tolerate NIMH cells?), and the Peak Kilimanjaro 5 LED. I've read the reports here about the lack of spill with the Peaks, which is unfortunate since the Kilimanjaro meets all of the other requirements, even though it is a little long for 1xAA. I know I'm looking for something really specialized but if anyone can help me find alternatives you guys can.
Preferred Characteristics:
-One AA cell configuration (small)
-Lightweight
-Flood type beam or at least a decent amount of spill
-Keyring attachable
-Durable
She needs a flashlight for walking in the country at night, which is why spill is important. There is a better selection of lights that meet these requirements in the CR123A category, but I will not be sending her batteries every month and she already uses NIMH AA cells in her digicam. If it is not small, she will leave it behind and not have it when it's needed, so it would be nice if it was a 1xAA light, and it needs to be brighter than the CMG/Gerber Ultra series.
The contenders (that I know of) are the Gerber Trio, (will it tolerate NIMH cells?), and the Peak Kilimanjaro 5 LED. I've read the reports here about the lack of spill with the Peaks, which is unfortunate since the Kilimanjaro meets all of the other requirements, even though it is a little long for 1xAA. I know I'm looking for something really specialized but if anyone can help me find alternatives you guys can.