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We just like to *see* what we're cutting with all these knives.
I use a flashlight all the time for minor stuff (working in computer cases, etc). I just like to have one handy.
A couple years ago I was working on the 9th floor of a large office building when the power went dead during a bad storm. Due to some problem or another, the emergency lights didn't come on, either.
After an hour or so we were told to leave the building. The stairwells were PITCH dark. Not a fun situation.
Since then I've carried a little MagLIte Solitaire in my backpack to work for such emergencies, but lately when I go to use it the battery is often dead. I'm interested in these new tiny LED-based lights; I like the idea of always having one on my person (much like my knife) for when it's needed.
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--Frank C.
I use a flashlight all the time for minor stuff (working in computer cases, etc). I just like to have one handy.
A couple years ago I was working on the 9th floor of a large office building when the power went dead during a bad storm. Due to some problem or another, the emergency lights didn't come on, either.
After an hour or so we were told to leave the building. The stairwells were PITCH dark. Not a fun situation.
Since then I've carried a little MagLIte Solitaire in my backpack to work for such emergencies, but lately when I go to use it the battery is often dead. I'm interested in these new tiny LED-based lights; I like the idea of always having one on my person (much like my knife) for when it's needed.
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--Frank C.
I think mans attraction to light is a natural thing.
Since learning how to make fire coming out of the dark ages mans instinct to control light carries up to today.
Some people like to be in the dark sometimes but not all of the time and most does'nt want to be in the dark at any time.
It's natural to be in the light and see things and flashlight is the next best thing to have when sunlight and other light source are unavailable.
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Since learning how to make fire coming out of the dark ages mans instinct to control light carries up to today.
Some people like to be in the dark sometimes but not all of the time and most does'nt want to be in the dark at any time.
It's natural to be in the light and see things and flashlight is the next best thing to have when sunlight and other light source are unavailable.
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Flashlights? Because just like knives, you HAVE to have a specialized one for everything
Personally, I have a Stinger mounted in my truck (see/blind anything I'm looking at during dark). Got the basic Brinkmann million C.P. behind the seat. A Phantom Warrior because I can use its white light in a cockpit without affecting my copilot's or my NVGs (and any light that will go 200 hours on 4 double As beats the GI angle head anyday). Couple of Mini-Mags with green filters stowed away in the ruck (for deployment), just in case Mr. Murphy decides that guranteed 50,000 hour bulb/lamp module life in the Phantom doesn't mean much to him. Lip lights, strobes, finger lights...yada, yada...too many knives...I'M BROKE.
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> How do LED flashlights work?
OK, I'll give it a try. A LED is short for Light Emitting Diode. Basically it is a semiconductor junction encased in a clear resin. The junction allows current to flow only in one direction. As current flows through the junction, it causes changes in electron levels of the junction material which then emit photons, or light.
By manipulation of the semiconductors composition, different colors can be obtained.
A LED flashlight then is a battery, case, switch and etc. matched in voltage to the particular LED or LED array that it's hooked up to.
Some LED lights are driven off an integrated circuit or chip that controls the power differently then just directly from a battery. There is some discussion as to the merits of this, but longer battery life is usually claimed.
DaveH
OK, I'll give it a try. A LED is short for Light Emitting Diode. Basically it is a semiconductor junction encased in a clear resin. The junction allows current to flow only in one direction. As current flows through the junction, it causes changes in electron levels of the junction material which then emit photons, or light.
By manipulation of the semiconductors composition, different colors can be obtained.
A LED flashlight then is a battery, case, switch and etc. matched in voltage to the particular LED or LED array that it's hooked up to.
Some LED lights are driven off an integrated circuit or chip that controls the power differently then just directly from a battery. There is some discussion as to the merits of this, but longer battery life is usually claimed.
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If you have never heard of a Photon II light, go here: http://www.photonlight.com/
They are roughly the size and weight of a quarter, and come in several colors. Burn time runs from 12 to 200 hours, depending on color. Replaceable Li watch battery. Very rugged, but not waterproof. Pinch on, and switch for hands-off on.
Waterproof model now available, but lacks hands-off switch; is like Photon I, which you had to pinch to keep on.
These lights are bright, and give enough light to walk in the dark, or read maps. As a marker light, they are visible up to a mile. I initially was introduced to these at KNIFEGNUGEN '98 by Jim March, and have since bought and given away hundreds. First major use Haloween '98. My neighbors, their kids, and mine were extremely well lit up.
Tim Flanagan has the lights and batteries at attractive prices. Here is his e-mail addy:
noreastknives@bigfoot.com
Check them out. Walt
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They are roughly the size and weight of a quarter, and come in several colors. Burn time runs from 12 to 200 hours, depending on color. Replaceable Li watch battery. Very rugged, but not waterproof. Pinch on, and switch for hands-off on.
Waterproof model now available, but lacks hands-off switch; is like Photon I, which you had to pinch to keep on.
These lights are bright, and give enough light to walk in the dark, or read maps. As a marker light, they are visible up to a mile. I initially was introduced to these at KNIFEGNUGEN '98 by Jim March, and have since bought and given away hundreds. First major use Haloween '98. My neighbors, their kids, and mine were extremely well lit up.
Tim Flanagan has the lights and batteries at attractive prices. Here is his e-mail addy:
noreastknives@bigfoot.com
Check them out. Walt
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LED flashlight has a electronic circuit to control voltage from power source. Lights and lasts longer than filament bulb flashlight.
Check these site out for some cool led flashlights;
http://www.ledlite.com/
"Lightwave Pocket Bright" and "EternaLights" look good, anyone try them yet?
http://www.ledlite.com/pocketbright.html
http://www.ledlite.com/eternalights.html
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Check these site out for some cool led flashlights;
http://www.ledlite.com/
"Lightwave Pocket Bright" and "EternaLights" look good, anyone try them yet?
http://www.ledlite.com/pocketbright.html
http://www.ledlite.com/eternalights.html
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Pocket Bright has a very bad rep. They came onto the board at Photon, and basically were trolls. The lights do not, as I understand it, even exist yet.
Problem with LED lights which are big is focus (most actually do better if you take the MagLight reflector out), amount of light (less than xenon lamp) and cost. The three LED lamp for a 3 cell MagLight is about $40.
Walt
Problem with LED lights which are big is focus (most actually do better if you take the MagLight reflector out), amount of light (less than xenon lamp) and cost. The three LED lamp for a 3 cell MagLight is about $40.
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Perhaps Pocket Brights are out, despite the URL given above saying they are due out in June. One poster on the Photon Discussion Board had this to say:
It would seem from this that the Pocket Brights are not exactly setting the world on fire.
The best site for info on all LED lights that I have found is this one:
http://www.uwgb.edu/nevermab/led.htm Brock, the website creator, has about 25 different LED lights listed, with URL's and reviews.
Hope this helps, Walt
It would seem from this that the Pocket Brights are not exactly setting the world on fire.
The best site for info on all LED lights that I have found is this one:
http://www.uwgb.edu/nevermab/led.htm Brock, the website creator, has about 25 different LED lights listed, with URL's and reviews.
Hope this helps, Walt
Never been caught in the dark?
Seriously, though, for me it's a safety issue. I too have been "caught in the dark" many times due to power failures, etc. In most cases, I was the only one with a light. I always carry a Maglite Solitaire on my keyring and a MiniMag 2 AAA flashlight in my pocket. And lately have added a Photon II light.
A flashlight, like a knife is a tool.
Seriously, though, for me it's a safety issue. I too have been "caught in the dark" many times due to power failures, etc. In most cases, I was the only one with a light. I always carry a Maglite Solitaire on my keyring and a MiniMag 2 AAA flashlight in my pocket. And lately have added a Photon II light.
A flashlight, like a knife is a tool.
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I think that gadgety people who are attracted knives and multi-tools are similarly attracted to flashlights.
Plus both are very useful tools that one should have with them to be prepared for what isn't expected.
Rumours that I am afraid of the dark are grossly unfounded...
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Plus both are very useful tools that one should have with them to be prepared for what isn't expected.
Rumours that I am afraid of the dark are grossly unfounded...
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Be prepared - a good policy.
Your survival knife is the one you have with you when a survival situtation presents itself - same goes for a flashlight
Your survival knife is the one you have with you when a survival situtation presents itself - same goes for a flashlight
Originally posted by CD Fleischer:
I think that gadgety people who are attracted knives and multi-tools are similarly attracted to flashlights.
Plus both are very useful tools that one should have with them to be prepared for what isn't expected.
Rumours that I am afraid of the dark are grossly unfounded...
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To answer question in a purely amateurish fashion-remember that humans are very in tune with the visual sense, more so than any of the others and combining that with our poor vision capabilities in the dark-you come away with a relatively intellectual reasoning for our preoccupation with lights of all persuasion. Or.....maybe I just like any/all neat gadgets.
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The very first thing I'd start with would be a Photon II in your color of choice. My preference is the white or turquoise. I've got a white one on my key ring. It's come in handy too many times to count - especially at work. We have a bunch of jokers here that like to turn out the bathroom lights if they see shoes under a toilet stall door. Now *I* would never dream of doing something like that...
I've got Photons scattered about in various places in the house, car, work, and elsewhere. In addition to putting them on a key ring, you can get a clip that you can use to attach the light to your clothes. Very Handy. I'll also second Walt's suggestion of Tim Flanagan as a source for the lights.
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I just today received a white Photon II. I immediately wish I had ordered like 5 of them.
I want one on my keychain, but I don't usually carry my keys everywhere; I'm thinking of another one on my Leatherman Micra, which does go everywhere with me. One for the wife, etc, etc...
Hmm, maybe I need a turquoise one, too.
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--Frank C.
I want one on my keychain, but I don't usually carry my keys everywhere; I'm thinking of another one on my Leatherman Micra, which does go everywhere with me. One for the wife, etc, etc...
Hmm, maybe I need a turquoise one, too.
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Frank,
You have NO chance of keeping the turquoise one- your wife WILL take it.
Don't know why, but the wimmenfolk are drawn to the turquoise model. One of those things, I guess.
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Tim
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There are two rules for ultimate success in life.
Never tell everything you know.
You have NO chance of keeping the turquoise one- your wife WILL take it.
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Regards,
Tim
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Tim speaks the truth. My girlfriend has mine...
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