Should I sell my new Novatac for a Ra Clicky?

[veleno]

I recently bought a Novatac 120E and I'm very satisfied.
The only things I don't like particularly are the plastic lens (perhaps a day I will change it) and the automatic brightness reduction (with a spare battery this function is useless).

Now I discovered the Ra Clicky.
If I understood well it is full programmable (I hate the factory settings for low and medium levels), it has a glass lens and it has no automatic brightness reduction.
Unfortunately it is longer than the Novatac and I still don't know how bad is this thing for me...:thinking:

Should I sell the Novatac to buy a Ra Clicky? What do you think?

Anyone else in my situation? Is the Ra Clicky so better than a Novatac?

 

[Oddjob]

...If I understood well it is full programmable (I hate the factory settings for low and medium levels), it has a glass lens and it has no automatic brightness reduction...

The Ra Clicky will step down to a lower brightness when the battery gets low. The Novatac is based on Henry's (owner and designer of Ra) designs so the Clicky will have the same if not better functionality as the Novatac. I think in a side by side torture test the Clicky would probably be more durable than the Novatac. That is not to say the NT can't take a fair amount of abuse though. If I had to choose betwen the two I would definitely choose the Ra not only on the merits of the light but also who stands behind it.

 

[HoopleHead]

im hoping the clicky replaces my 120P. but cant say until i have both in hand and can compare side by side. hopes are high though!

 

[PurpleDrazi]

Interesting question. I have a 120P myself. Is it worth upgrading to a Ra Clicky?

Francis

 

[Chronos]

Based upon my experience with the Ra Twisty, I'd say the Ra Clicky will be a light I'll purchase.

In the finest CPF tradition: Buy both! Sell one or the other if dissatisfied. However, dissatisfaction is unlikely.

 

[tx101]

Based upon my experience with the Ra Twisty, I'd say the Ra Clicky will be a light I'll purchase.

In the finest CPF tradition: Buy both! Sell one or the other if dissatisfied. However, dissatisfaction is unlikely.

Absolutely spot on .... Buy both lights, the first law of flashaholics

 

[veleno]

The Ra Clicky will step down to a lower brightness when the battery gets low.

Thanks for the clarification.

Anyway the Ra has a longer runtime at the maximum brightness. Novatac after only 30-40 minutes decreases the light.

I found this interesting comparison between the Ra Twisty and the Novatac: www.bisdow.com/raaa/ratwistyimage.html

I think I like a little more the Novatac beam...

 

[Enzo Morocioli]

I found this interesting comparison between the Ra Twisty and the Novatac: www.bisdow.com/raaa/ratwistyimage.html

I think I like a little more the Novatac beam...

Don't forget that the 85Tr beam in those pictures is considered to be narrow, and the Novatac is using a SSC LED, which is not producing as focused a hotspot.

There are Two versions of the Ra Clicky. The Wide and Narrow versions. The Wide version (100/120C/CGT) will most likely have a beam pattern very similar to the Novatac. The 100/120CN version of the Ra Clicky will most likely have a beam pattern similar to my Ra Twisty 85Tr.

It is my opinion that the Ra Clicky will operate much like that of the Novatac in terms of UI. It is sure not to disappoint. The Clicky is going to rock. :thumbsup:

 

[tricker]

if your unhappy with the novatac,want a different lense, programability, etc. i'm sure the clicky will better suit your needs....but it will be a while before anyone knows for sure as release is still 1week+ away

 

[veleno]

Don't forget that the 85Tr beam in those pictures is considered to be narrow

... you are right!

In fact I would be interested in the wider beam version...

Thanks.

 

[shomie911]

Thanks for the clarification.

Anyway the Ra has a longer runtime at the maximum brightness. Novatac after only 30-40 minutes decreases the light.

I found this interesting comparison between the Ra Twisty and the Novatac: www.bisdow.com/raaa/ratwistyimage.html

I think I like a little more the Novatac beam...

The Novatac has my personal favorite beam, it blends between hotspot and sidespill flawlessly and is very useful.

 

[thermal guy]

Well in my very UN biest opinion this is a easy one the Ra clicky is/will be a much better light then the novatac.The novatac is not a bad light it simply is just not in the same league as the Ra lights. And does have some serious issues

 

[sawlight]

OK, the Novatac does have smoe issues (Henry never had time to perfect it before it's release). And I would like a bit better tint than the SSC gives, more white then the bluish white I get from mine. But all in all, I think it's about a close to perfect for an EDC as you can get! The new clip changed everything, I have yet to pull it out by snagging it on clothing since changing it out.
I haveNO hesitation reccomending this light to ANYONE!!!
Ok, the spring takes some figitting with to get it happy, the plastic lens leaves something to be desired, but it doesn't break. And for the life of me I have no idea why you have to tighten things so much to make it happy.

But break it! I dare you!! You break that light under normal use, I will personally buy you a new one! You won't, and I know this for a fact!!! I assure you that you will not break it!! I have seen it first hand! Yes the RA is built stronger, maybe better. But I honestly don't know why it needed to be built stronger!!!

Sorry, I don't mean to sound like I am on the Novatac bandwagon, but take you're 120P and drop it (accidently) from 15ft off a scissor lift onto 3/4" steel plate!! I did, mine still works!

 

[shomie911]

OK, the Novatac does have smoe issues (Henry never had time to perfect it before it's release). And I would like a bit better tint than the SSC gives, more white then the bluish white I get from mine. But all in all, I think it's about a close to perfect for an EDC as you can get! The new clip changed everything, I have yet to pull it out by snagging it on clothing since changing it out.
I haveNO hesitation reccomending this light to ANYONE!!!
Ok, the spring takes some figitting with to get it happy, the plastic lens leaves something to be desired, but it doesn't break. And for the life of me I have no idea why you have to tighten things so much to make it happy.

But break it! I dare you!! You break that light under normal use, I will personally buy you a new one! You won't, and I know this for a fact!!! I assure you that you will not break it!! I have seen it first hand! Yes the RA is built stronger, maybe better. But I honestly don't know why it needed to be built stronger!!!

Sorry, I don't mean to sound like I am on the Novatac bandwagon, but take you're 120P and drop it (accidently) from 15ft off a scissor lift onto 3/4" steel plate!! I did, mine still works!

Lucky me, mine has a milky white tint. Color recognition is great. That's the LED lotto for you.

I actually think the stock plastic lens is a advantage, I used to have a UCL glass lens but it cracked after a family member accidently dropped it on concrete. I haven't dropped it with the stock lens yet, but I am sure it will be impossible to break.

I prefer durability even if it means a little drop in output because of a less efficient lens.

 

[gadgetnerd]

I didn't get rid of my B42 when the 120P came along, and I won't get rid of the 120P when the Ra Clicky comes along. I like to keep them as testament to the evolution of Henry's torch making skills. Besides which, they're all excellent torches worth holding onto for their own merits.

 

[scottaw]

I'm gonna wait for initial reviews, i'm not a huge fan of the new design, seems a little flash for my edc, but i'm thinking it may have enough new benefits to outweigh that. And i have to decide which beam I want. But if it had the red option, there would be no question.

 

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veleno,

If I was to only have one of the two lights that you mentioned, I would, without hesitation, purchase the Ra.

The Ra Twisty is built to work in extreme conditions, looks great and performs great. I don't know of any legitimate complaints about the way that the Ra Twisty works unless people don't like its length or the fact that it does not have a clicky.

The Ra Twisty solves the clicky matter and adds additional functionality.

I would encourage you to get your hands on a Twisty, and play with it for a bit... take it apart and look at how rugged and thick the UCL lens is and how burly the bezel is. Notice that the electronics in the light are potted to withstand water if it happens to get inside of the light. Also, the Ra runs for double the time at the highest level... not a trivial matter at all.

When all of these factors, and others that I haven't mentioned, are taken into account and you consider that the price is $180.00 to $200.00, you have a clear winner; in my book at least.

I plan on keeping my (3) Novatac and adding a number of Ra Clicky's to the stable but if I were only going to get one, I would get the Ra Clicky and even if I had the 120P, I would still get the Ra Clicky.

 

[Dead_Nuts]

I have no idea. The Ra Clicky isn't out yet! I've pre-ordered one, because I believe it will be just as promised (the Twisty I own has REALLY impressed me). If it is, I think it will outclass the Novatac. But the Novatac is still an excellent light. Mine has a beautiful tint and beam pattern and has never disappointed me.

In classic CPF fashion - buy (own) both!