Lundo
Newly Enlightened
Well, I just discovered this forum today. I have been on bladeforums.com for a while, and was looking in their section on gadgets, and, one thing led to another, and I got to flashlights.
My flashlight broke today. I need a new one. After reading some of the stuff I have seen here, my mind is racing.
What I used to have is a mini mag, that fit into my mini pock-its holder. That is an absolute must for a replacement.
Now I am seeing that you guys modify mini mags, or you can buy them already modified, etc.
Basically, I have not set my mind on any specific brand. So, I would like suggestions on getting a new light, asap, and I will give you my criteria. I have seen names of manufacturers here that I never have seen before, so bear with me.
What I want is this:
1. Must fit mini pock-its holder.
2. As bright as possible.
3. Click switch if possible
4. Now I see there are led lights and regulated power supplies!!!!! Well, I would, I think, like the light to remain constant until the power dies, but warns me when the batteries are low.
5. AA Batteries (2)
6. Durable, reliable
I hated the fact that my last light would constantly go from bright to dim, and I would have to constantly tap on the side of it, to make it brighter. I want constant brightness. If you have an argument that direct power is better, let me hear it. I am open to all discussion.
As you see, I am new to the technology of flashlights. I think I could have a good time here!
I like the led lights that I am reading about. I see many posts about the Opalec Newbeam. I have not found a pic of this yet. Is it good? Where can I see/maybe buy it?
What's the skinny on getting a mini mag, and retrofitting it? Is that what a lot of you guys do?
I am excited about this, so, let me know!!!
Ciao!
My flashlight broke today. I need a new one. After reading some of the stuff I have seen here, my mind is racing.
What I used to have is a mini mag, that fit into my mini pock-its holder. That is an absolute must for a replacement.
Now I am seeing that you guys modify mini mags, or you can buy them already modified, etc.
Basically, I have not set my mind on any specific brand. So, I would like suggestions on getting a new light, asap, and I will give you my criteria. I have seen names of manufacturers here that I never have seen before, so bear with me.
What I want is this:
1. Must fit mini pock-its holder.
2. As bright as possible.
3. Click switch if possible
4. Now I see there are led lights and regulated power supplies!!!!! Well, I would, I think, like the light to remain constant until the power dies, but warns me when the batteries are low.
5. AA Batteries (2)
6. Durable, reliable
I hated the fact that my last light would constantly go from bright to dim, and I would have to constantly tap on the side of it, to make it brighter. I want constant brightness. If you have an argument that direct power is better, let me hear it. I am open to all discussion.
As you see, I am new to the technology of flashlights. I think I could have a good time here!
I like the led lights that I am reading about. I see many posts about the Opalec Newbeam. I have not found a pic of this yet. Is it good? Where can I see/maybe buy it?
What's the skinny on getting a mini mag, and retrofitting it? Is that what a lot of you guys do?
I am excited about this, so, let me know!!!
Ciao!
