Is it common for the flashlight to have batteries in it? Just seems odd as most electrical devices usually don't (to prevent drain etc)?
I've just had a rushed discovery of 'proper' flashlights, and chose the Fenix TK41 owing as it's a rechargeable AA (which have cheap and reliable Eneloops), though feel a bit, well, underwhelmed with the light. Could it be due to the batteries that are currently in it (Duracell Procell).
How would I know if I had a 'duff' torch?
I previously owned a LL P7 and whilst I'm definitely missing the adjustable throw, I was expecting to be more 'blown away'. Don't get me wrong, I'd never go back to LL, tho that's only for the lack of use of eneloop rechargeable batteries in a Led Lenser.
I had my choice narrowed down to a TK41 vs a Nitecore TM11, and I went with the TK11 as I could get the light plus charger, plus 5 run-times worth of Eneloops for £200 (I'm in the UK), whereas I priced up a TM11 with 2 sets of AA's or Eagletecs for £300 minimum, which is a lot to carry around in your hand and lose or break!
Owing that I can still return the TK41, would I be wise to get the TM11? Or are there any other alternatives I should look at (appreciate this is venturing into the "Recommend me a flashlight territory, though thought I'd keep it in one place!)
I've just had a rushed discovery of 'proper' flashlights, and chose the Fenix TK41 owing as it's a rechargeable AA (which have cheap and reliable Eneloops), though feel a bit, well, underwhelmed with the light. Could it be due to the batteries that are currently in it (Duracell Procell).
How would I know if I had a 'duff' torch?
I previously owned a LL P7 and whilst I'm definitely missing the adjustable throw, I was expecting to be more 'blown away'. Don't get me wrong, I'd never go back to LL, tho that's only for the lack of use of eneloop rechargeable batteries in a Led Lenser.
I had my choice narrowed down to a TK41 vs a Nitecore TM11, and I went with the TK11 as I could get the light plus charger, plus 5 run-times worth of Eneloops for £200 (I'm in the UK), whereas I priced up a TM11 with 2 sets of AA's or Eagletecs for £300 minimum, which is a lot to carry around in your hand and lose or break!
Owing that I can still return the TK41, would I be wise to get the TM11? Or are there any other alternatives I should look at (appreciate this is venturing into the "Recommend me a flashlight territory, though thought I'd keep it in one place!)