Two New ICON Lights: LINK (1AA) carabiner light, and SOLO (2AAA) Penlight

[AardvarkSagus]

Re: Two New ICON Lights one in Orange, and a AAA Pen light!

Wow, very nice getting a chance to hear about these in action. I was a little worried that the Solo would prove to be just a little too underpowered for daily activities, but it is good to hear that isn't the case.

 

[jabe1]

Can the Link run a 14500, as the 1xAA Rogue (and Modus?) can? Might as well get this cleared-up early on...

 

[Force Attuned]

Are these more available now??

Not too many websites were advertising these lights as available a few weeks ago.

 

[defloyd77]

Are these more available now??

Not too many websites were advertising these lights as available a few weeks ago.

Check out Optics Planet, they have them and they also have best price guarantee (shipped price). No affiliation, I'm just a really satisfied customer of their's.

Does 3 hours for 16 lumens sound right to you guys? In comparison, Eagletac's PN20A2 gets 6 hours for 18 OTF and Fenix's LD05 32 (at the emitter?) for 5 hours. Maybe alkaline ratings in the Solo versus NiMH for the others?

 

[RedLED]

Re: Two New ICON Lights one in Orange, and a AAA Pen light!

I've only seen pics of the Solo so I can't make any comments beyond suspecting that it will serve some needs rather nicely provided it performs as one would hope.

I did receive a pre production Link from the Major Weenie and it is quite refreshing on a couple levels. The clip and gate have obvious function but of surprise to me was the numerous comments I have had relating to its color. These comments are made by family and friends who perhaps find the orange a welcome alternative to the drab HA and titanium they see around my house. :shrug:

A number of women who have never heard the term EDC have commented on the obvious utility of the clip and in essence its value in how they would imagine carrying the light clipped to their handbag or purse straps. Obviously and stated by others here, the means of carry of the Link are rather straight forward and obvious!!

"How do you EDC your Link?" Well I bet most answers will entail the use of the clip!!

I think many of the SF lights were left wanting in terms of their pocket and belt clips but the Link leaves little doubt in both appearance as well as actual function regarding its clipability!

I think my only disappointment in the Link was the discovery that although it looked like it might be "E" series compatible or at least moddable, it isn't. The real difference to my thinking of the Link is the battery pak and its integral clip. Were this pak modular and capable of hosting other heads, I can imagine that here in the land of flashaholics we would see links of many sorts over time!!

I suspect modularity is not part of the ICON mission at least at this point in time and considering the likely target market but.......

I think both of these lights open new vistas and offer some refreshing alternatives and only time will tell how well they serve.

Fresh ideas in an affordable price range is certainly welcome I would think.

Well stated. Thanks!🙂

 

[baterija]

Re: Two New ICON Lights one in Orange, and a AAA Pen light!

"How do you EDC your Link?" Well I bet most answers will entail the use of the clip!!

It obviously is a key component since the design revolves around it. As someone who has designed your own clips any thoughts on the reliability of the mechanism?

 

[Glow Bug]

I keep one on my belt loop and most of the time, I don't even have to unclip it from my pants while using it for short periods. The 2 level brightness works great for me. If you need more punch, use an Li-Ion for POWER. I find this light suits most of my needs.:rock:

 

[RedLED]

I am hoping there will be another release soon, I have mine on back-order.

 

[Vesper]

Check out Optics Planet, they have them

They have them listed and will sell you one, right before they tell you they're not in stock. They're pretty good at this technique. Also, fyi to all - their free shipping offer is only good on $30 or above.

 

[Tempest UK]

I am hoping there will be another release soon, I have mine on back-order.

I'm not sure how many have actually been "released" already. It seems that most of the people who have posted their experiences with the new ICON(s) are using prototypes, myself included.

Regards,
Tempest

 

[RedLED]

I'm not sure how many have actually been "released" already. It seems that most of the people who have posted their experiences with the new ICON(s) are using prototypes, myself included.

Regards,
Tempest

This makes sense.

 

[RedLED]

I'm not sure how many have actually been "released" already. It seems that most of the people who have posted their experiences with the new ICON(s) are using prototypes, myself included.

Regards,
Tempest

I say, by the by, how on earth did you get a prototype, old boy?

Are you a member the Royal Family?...I have a funny feeling. Or maybe MI 6 or 5, Scotland Yard, Metropolitan Police, The Home Office?...Has to be one😀 Harry, it is you...is it not?

 

[RedLED]

Sorry, Man, just teasing! I was born in LA...everyone else is in London.

 

[Tempest UK]

I say, by the by, how on earth did you get a prototype, old boy?

To paraphrase something I recall Size15's once saying: I happen to live at the address to which they are sent 😉

 

[RedLED]

To paraphrase something I recall Size15's once saying: I happen to live at the address to which they are sent 😉

I knew it, St James Palace!

 

[AardvarkSagus]

HA! That's hilarious! I've got to find me one of those houses to move into as well.

 

[RedLED]

To paraphrase something I recall Size15's once saying: I happen to live at the address to which they are sent 😉

Quick question a little OT...To save the country money, if they combined MI 6 and MI 5...would they then be called MI 11?Or maybe MI 6.5 or MI 65? Maybe I shoud ask them myself, or are there any British Spooks on the forum?😉

Man, these lights better get here soon, I'm bored!

Really, I do think this ICON company will do well, and so far I just love the designs.

Best,

RL

PS...Will the one of the MI's, I never remember which is which, be monitoring me now?😱

Just look what I have gone and done. Dear old Dad, always told me to avoid them!!!:shakehead

Plus, I have our NSA, to worry about!😱

OH Dear GOD!:mecry:

 

[Size15's]

We have a Security Service and a Secret Intelligence Service.

The use of "MI" numbers is not formally recognised although widely used popular culture. Indeed this harks back to the First World War to the British War Office and it's Directorate of Military Intelligence (DMI). There were some twenty numbered 'Military Intelligence' (MIx) departments or sections. MI11 was responsible for Military Security

The Security Service ("MI5") is responsible for protecting the UK, its interests and citizens against major threats to national security. It is part of the Home Office.

The Secret Intelligence Service (SIS aka "MI6") is the UK's foreign intelligence gathering service. It is part of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

There is overlap between the two services as well as with the other security and intelligence organisations such as GCHQ. It is likely increasing given the global threats we all face.
It's also worth pointing out that we have a variety of Police and Military groups that assist the services when force is required.

In order to perform their roles there is a necessary layer of operational secrecy over their activities. Little, if any comment is made by the Government.

One thing we know for certain is that they all want ICON lights :devil:

 

[RedLED]

Thanks for the run down on British Security. I did not mean to derail the topic, I just wanted to pick on you guy's from the Empire.

Both our countries suffer from the same threat. You have had worse trouble from the Vikings and Nazi's as you well know just to name a few, and England will be standing strong as it has for a thousand years.

One thing...you may want to talk to your MP's, and see if you could get twin Boeing 747-400s for the Queen, and PM, like the POTUS has. I think your leaders need a good ride. The future King needs a cool jet!

Back to Icon, I was wondering what civilian retailers may be stocking them in Britan? I have seen them here only at Radio Shack. We do get projects in London every so often, but I forget if you have Radio Shack's. I wish I got over more, I was even it the Royal Press Pool for Diana once, and that was something!

Hope to see these lights soon, I think they have a real winner here! Do you think you can arrange for Mr. Kim to become a KBE?

Best,

RL

You seem to know alot about this, now I am seized with the sudden fear you are with the SIS...who can I trust?😱😱😱

 

[Size15's]

We don't have any retailers of ICON at the moment here in the UK. I hope in time we will have.