RWS, you are on page 16 for me.
I did like the turn-around of John...
Heck, I might even have sprung the $ 14.- for the extention to see if adding another battery would make his light worthwhile...
The way it stands now, I can only say that his choice of bulb wasn't the best... It is very yellow, compared to other, simular 3 cell lights.

(I do like his reflector

)
Resuming to personal attacks is a nono in my book though.

Although John still has a lot to learn regarding flashlights, his initial design does show potential...
I just wish he is willing to accept critics, and act rightly upon them. If so, his lights may well be worthwhile to look at.
(For John,
You should know by now I'm not out here to bash you or your lights, just as others .

but a little clearancy would definately help.

I know by experiene that you are able to rationally tell the difference between baiting and asking a valid question. You are not a fool... Why expose yourself as one?
If you choose to react, please do it in a civil way, you can also talk to me in private via e-mail.

)
Bart