Hi guys,
New around here and in not very knowledgeable about torches. I'm looking for a keychain torch for general use and I need some advice. I'm looking for something hard wearing that will last a long time - for this reason I was interested in the titanium models, but these seem to be limited in availability? How tough are non titanium models? I also read that people use non-official batteries to boost output but that this can come with risks, shortening the lifespan, etc. I am looking for something that will always be there and working when I need it, again, I think this rules out AAA battery torches - I don't want to have to worry about batteries leaking etc.
Two models that I've come across on this site that look like they may suit my needs are the Quark Mini CR2 and the Fenix PD10. Can anyone add any comments in addition to the reviews or perhaps suggest alternatives? I also had a look at the Lummi models but they seem perhaps too niche (and probably more than I want to pay). Price range is probably up to around $100, bearing in mind I'm UK based and also don't know how much of a hit I'd take in customs if I bought something from a US store. I hadn't seen the Quark Mini's on any UK websites for example.
Hopefully someone can help!
Thanks in advance,
Anthony
New around here and in not very knowledgeable about torches. I'm looking for a keychain torch for general use and I need some advice. I'm looking for something hard wearing that will last a long time - for this reason I was interested in the titanium models, but these seem to be limited in availability? How tough are non titanium models? I also read that people use non-official batteries to boost output but that this can come with risks, shortening the lifespan, etc. I am looking for something that will always be there and working when I need it, again, I think this rules out AAA battery torches - I don't want to have to worry about batteries leaking etc.
Two models that I've come across on this site that look like they may suit my needs are the Quark Mini CR2 and the Fenix PD10. Can anyone add any comments in addition to the reviews or perhaps suggest alternatives? I also had a look at the Lummi models but they seem perhaps too niche (and probably more than I want to pay). Price range is probably up to around $100, bearing in mind I'm UK based and also don't know how much of a hit I'd take in customs if I bought something from a US store. I hadn't seen the Quark Mini's on any UK websites for example.
Hopefully someone can help!
Thanks in advance,
Anthony