Why is this 1 (not AA) 123 light $60?

[PhotonBoy]

ULTRABEAM ALUMINUM WEATHERPROOF FLASHLIGHT

From Radio Shack's Canadian site:
Coming Soon: Heavy-duty aluminum and rubber casing means this flashlight will be working for a very long time. It's weatherproof, so it easily handles the wildest Canadian weather. Reliable push-button switch and anti-roll, so it stays where you set it. Operates on 1 AA battery, sold separately. 611-9008

Please check back for updates on this product's availability.

Could it be a re-branded Dorcy or Nuwai Luxeon?

 

[14C]

Re: Why is this 1 AA light $60?

Because they think they CAN?

More will come..the market is ripped open.

 

[Stainless]

Re: Why is this 1 AA light $60?

Is this LED or Incan?
Not much info in the text!

 

[jtivat]

Re: Why is this 1 AA light $60?

That is also in Canadian $'s but still pricy.

 

[Stainless]

Re: Why is this 1 AA light $60?

PhotonBoy:
Please let us know if you find out when this becomes available.
TIA

 

[PhotonBoy]

Re: Why is this 1 AA light $60?

I'm keeping an eye on their site and I'll drop into the store next week and ask a few questions.

 

[NeverDark]

Re: Why is this 1 AA light $60?

Yes, I think it's mistake for price. It looks 3AA battery.

 

[paulr]

Re: Why is this 1 AA light $60?

It looks more like 2x123 to me.

 

[PhotonBoy]

Re: Why is this 1 AA light $60?

On May 16, I sent this email to Radio Shack Canada:

"There is very little information regarding this new flashlight. I'm curious to know why a 1 AA flashlight would retail for $59.99. Is there something unique about it? I'm wondering if it uses a Lumileds Luxeon LED emitter. Any further information would be appreciated. Thanks in advance."

Reply (May 25): "... yes this is a Luxeon Bulb and should be in stores late July."

 

[nikon]

Re: Why is this 1 AA light $60?

I believe it's a 1x123. Look at the #10 light here: http://www.candlepowerforums.com/ubbthreads/showflat.php?Cat=&Board=UBB8&Number=564284&page=7&view=collapsed&sb=5&o=&fpart=all

 

[Stainless]

Re: Why is this 1 AA light $60?

PhotonBoy:
Thanks so much for the update. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/bowdown.gif
If they have dirven it at decently high levels, it could be a REAL winner. Please let us know if it becomes available.

Nikon:
The resembelence IS remarkable. RS may have taken the #10 shell, and had it redesigned for 1AA. I hope so!

 

[PhotonBoy]

Re: Why is this 1 AA light $60?

Here's why it's probably not a CR123 light

If it is, I won't buy it.

 

[PhotonBoy]

Re: Why is this 1 AA light $60?

I've sent another email requesting clarification on the cell used in the light.
/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/popcorn.gif

 

[PhotonBoy]

Re: Why is this 1 AA light $60?

Reply from Radio Shack Canada:

"The item takes 1 AA."

 

[Mark2]

Re: Why is this 1 AA light $60?

At least the body matches exactly the body of one of the new Nuwai 1W LS lights I have for sale. Maybe they actually changed it to use one AA and also designed new electronics, but I doubt it. Running a 1W Luxeon with a boost circuit from a single AA?

 

[PhotonBoy]

Re: Why is this 1 AA light $60?

Mark2, do you have a link for your light?

 

[Mark2]

Re: Why is this 1 AA light $60?

PhotonBoy: Please see the thread linked to in nikon's message for detailed information about these lights. I'll gladly answer further questions, take comparison pictures with other lights etc, just let me know.

 

[Stainless]

Re: Why is this 1 AA light $60?

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Mark2 said:
At least the body matches exactly the body of one of the new Nuwai 1W LS lights I have for sale. Maybe they actually changed it to use one AA and also designed new electronics, but I doubt it. Running a 1W Luxeon with a boost circuit from a single AA?

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TnC is doing just that. See this thread.
His first run will be set for 200ma, but he MAY do a later run set at 350ma.

 

[Mark2]

Re: Why is this 1 AA light $60?

Stainless: I didn't question whether it was possible to do it, but whether it would be worth it for this light. The whole point is the price of the cells and availability, otherwise the 123s are superior in every respect. This light runs an estimated 1.5 hours on high and probably more than 10 hours on low with just one cell. This light is not going to burn through batteries like an M6 with HOLA /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif

I looked at the inside part of the switch and the tailcap and found that there is not enough room (lenght) for an AA, unless they changed the switch mechanism, but it doesn't look as if they did from the ouside. Maybe Radio Shack put the wrong picture up?

 

[Stainless]

Re: Why is this 1 AA light $60?

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Mark2 said:
Stainless: I didn't question whether it was possible to do it, but whether it would be worth it for this light....

...I looked at the inside part of the switch and the tailcap and found that there is not enough room (lenght) for an AA, unless they changed the switch mechanism, but it doesn't looks as if they did from the ouside. Maybe Radio Shack put the wrong picture up?

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The wrong photo? On a corporate website?
Distinct possiblity. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/yellowlaugh.gif

This thread reminds me of when the Dorcy Luxeon first came out... much speculation... little actually known until Craig of
The LED Museum actually got his hands on one. Guess we'll have to wait and see. Personally, I hope A LOT of new 1AA Luxeon lights become available. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif