Torches
I personally use a led lenser p7 as it is waterproof and has adjustable focal length. this given me reliability in most situations.
A personal favourite was seeing madmaw's korean/chinese maglite about 2ft long, saying it was for defence? I dont know if it would ever have to come to that. There have also been some older halogen ones like Hatboy's, which actually was pretty decent except it was a trek to carry around.
Thoughts?
Maglites used to be the business but far as I'm concerned they're only good for beating people or maybe a wheel chock these days.
The P7/MT7 are around the 200-220 lumen mark, unless there's a new version I haven't seen? They're great quality unlike some 9000 lm eBay torches which wouldn't make a fraction of that
Perfect: http://www.ledlenser.com.au/products/hi ... ries/m7rx/ <3
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haha still have it, and that little piece of s*** too.Midget wrote:I remember seeing a 2000 lumen torch for $100 somewhere, I think it was Jaycar? I'm tempted to get it when I have the dough. f1ex had a massive torch when I saw him last. Fun stuff.
https://www.ledtorchshop.com.au/product ... chargeable
And still cheaper than the Inova! I want.
Similar enough nameDynamite wrote:Aydun, here's the one I was referring to. Got my wires crossed, it's not the p7 as I thought. I stand well corrected
https://www.ledtorchshop.com.au/product ... chargeable
And still cheaper than the Inova! I want.
That is seriously an epic torch though. Perfect in so many ways..
*waves his 4200 lumen Trustfire torch* :p
It's not the number of lumens that matter, it's how you use them!Titan wrote:Pffft 1000 lumens hahaha.
*waves his 4200 lumen Trustfire torch* :p
A good torch is a must especialy for taking photos in tunnels etc. and theyre nit that expensive if you shop around.
Whoah, and I thought that 2k lumen torch was hardcore. What are you doing? Hunting vampires and various undead?Titan wrote:Funny you say that. im actually looking at a 6200 lumen torch atm
A good torch is a must especialy for taking photos in tunnels etc. and theyre nit that expensive if you shop around.
How much is it? I want one.
Oh really, where from? Does is take crazy ass batteries?Titan wrote:Its around 90 - 120 area. buuut worth every penny in my eye
But are they real (ANSI) lumens? Many ebay torches will state 'max lumens' which is usually complete bogus. I.e, biased measurement techniques or lumens the LEDs could theoretically provide (maybe for a second before bursting into flames).Titan wrote:Its around 90 - 120 area. buuut worth every penny in my eye
Kind of like how cheap amps mention a ridiculously huge max power, but have no mention of RMS power
Not to mention the type of battery they'd require to get anything close to those values.
This is what you'd realistically pay for a 5000 lumen torch:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B007V7R5DK
In saying that they'd still be ridiculously bright
, just nowhere near their stated value 
Get a backpack that's a battery. Even more boss.Dynamite wrote:Nothing says 'Boss Torch' like a remote battery pack
You'd have to bring sunnies with you into drainsDynamite wrote:Hmm a deep cycle tractor battery and the searchlight off a tugboat should oughtta do it lol
Not sure about lumens etc. 3 x AAA batteries. About 12 hours full brightness.
The three LEDs underneath offer a dimmer, more spread white which I use often - Perfect for reading plans at night.
The main beam is not incredibly bright, but good for a lightweight unit, and bright enough for anything I need it for.
Also has a bright red LED, good for saving your night vision, or spotting nocturnal wildlife, I guess.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7xiGB8Ao1I
Pony Torch (link goes direct to torch bit which lasts 30 seconds)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b7U13S- ... age#t=112s
And maybe a fan so the light doesn't overheat.aydun wrote:You'd have to bring sunnies with you into drainsDynamite wrote:Hmm a deep cycle tractor battery and the searchlight off a tugboat should oughtta do it lol