Just bought a new H51 because of the reviews online and seemed like the ideal flashlight/headlamp for my needs.
I wanted a 1AA light that would work well with my Eneloops and this was supposed to be designed for them.
I loved the small size, smaller than most 1AAs out there. The brightness on high is impressive. The color was nice and while it is not cheap, it is not that expensive that if I lost it I would have a bad day.
The problem was that it would sometimes go into some sort of ultra low mode after running for a few mins. I am not sure what that is all about but I got it at Going Gear and they let me return it with no hassle. Pays to buy from a good dealer.
Another problem that is more the fault of me not paying attention is how it mounts to the headband. I intended to be able to replace both my normal flashlight and my headlight that I only use sometimes at work. When I need it, it really comes in handy but it is easier to just carry a headband than a whole headlight. Unfortunately the light does not quicky and easily mount to the headband. You have to remove the pocket clip first and then fiddle with two rubber band things to mount the light. It takes way too much time and effort. A simple hard plastic mount that snaps the light in place would be ideal and fast.
I had the light for a few days before I decided that if it is already having problems, I am not messing with it. I hear bad things about the QC of ZL and that is a shame because I really liked the light and was sad to have to give up on it. Couldn't trust it after it left me basically in the dark with just the faintest amount of light. I use my light for work so I can't mess around with nonsense like that. They have to work period.
I wanted a 1AA light that would work well with my Eneloops and this was supposed to be designed for them.
I loved the small size, smaller than most 1AAs out there. The brightness on high is impressive. The color was nice and while it is not cheap, it is not that expensive that if I lost it I would have a bad day.
The problem was that it would sometimes go into some sort of ultra low mode after running for a few mins. I am not sure what that is all about but I got it at Going Gear and they let me return it with no hassle. Pays to buy from a good dealer.
Another problem that is more the fault of me not paying attention is how it mounts to the headband. I intended to be able to replace both my normal flashlight and my headlight that I only use sometimes at work. When I need it, it really comes in handy but it is easier to just carry a headband than a whole headlight. Unfortunately the light does not quicky and easily mount to the headband. You have to remove the pocket clip first and then fiddle with two rubber band things to mount the light. It takes way too much time and effort. A simple hard plastic mount that snaps the light in place would be ideal and fast.
I had the light for a few days before I decided that if it is already having problems, I am not messing with it. I hear bad things about the QC of ZL and that is a shame because I really liked the light and was sad to have to give up on it. Couldn't trust it after it left me basically in the dark with just the faintest amount of light. I use my light for work so I can't mess around with nonsense like that. They have to work period.