I'm guessing that this light uses a low fV LED, and it is perhaps somewhat underdriven? Other than replacing the AAA from time to time, this flashlight SHOULD last a good long while, I would think.
Yes, expensive is another word to describe it. My wife didn't like the cost. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/twakfl.gif
It replaced my Arc AAA in my left front pocket, though. That's the only bad part about owning this [well the price also]. I don't want to carry both, and the Micro Illuminator does a better job at lighting the area. I don't put them on the key chain because I don't want my keys to put scratches on any of my flashlights.
Anyway, I'm glad I was able to obtain one! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbsup.gif