ARC LS Twisty Question

MikeG1P315 · Mar 4, 2008

Hey all,

I'm thinking about trying to locate an old school Arc LS, preferably the twisty. Before I run off an post in the WTB section, any thoughts on what kind of prices to expect for one? I don't want to post in the WTB section if the expected "range" is out of my comfort zone.

Thanks for all input!

powernoodle · Mar 4, 2008

Maybe $80 - $110, just as a general ballpark guestimate?

nerdgineer · Mar 4, 2008

It was a wonderful light, but the old L1S prices reflect nostalgic, collector value rather than function or performance. Fenix 1xCR123 twisties provide better performance, function, and materials for less, IMHO...

powernoodle · Mar 4, 2008

Comparing an Arc twisty with a Fenix is, to me, like comparing my mint '69 Chevy to an '08 Kia Spectra. The Spectra is "better" and cheaper, but that totally misses the point.

FrogmanM · Mar 4, 2008

Well Said PowerNoodle!

mspeterson · Mar 4, 2008

I recently bought one in the Marketplace, First Run Twisty w/ 2xAA Twisty tube upgraded with an SSC USWOH LED, used in great shape, for $80. IMHO, I wouldn't trade it for three Fenix lights, but thats just me.....

Powernoodle, excellent post, but the lights are even better!!!

powernoodle · Mar 4, 2008

That was not to diss Fenix. I own about 10 of those suckers, and always have one with me.

Along with an Arc.

EvilLithiumMan · Mar 4, 2008

My guess would be in the range of $125 to $175. I've owned my LSH-P, #2001, since December of 2003. It is still my primary EDC. Since this photo was taken, I have modded mine with a SXOH emitter and obtained an anodized twisty for it.

I own about 40 lights, from a Raw Orb to a N30 HID. Were I to wake up tomorrow and find them all missing except my Arc LS, I really couldn't care less. But losing this puppy would be hard to take. Arc LS owners know what I'm talkin' about.

nerdgineer · Mar 4, 2008

powernoodle said:
Comparing an Arc twisty with a Fenix is, to me, like comparing my mint '69 Chevy to an '08 Kia Spectra...

I don't disagree, except the Fenix would be more like a Toyota Camry instead of a Kia, that is, something with SOLID performance based credentials...

karlthev · Mar 4, 2008

Arc LSs are true classics. Most unfortunate they aren't to be made again and would have buyers presuming updated electronics and LEDs.:mecry:

Karl

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