Patrick Coghlan wrote:
Mark Lloyd wrote:
On Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:15:43 -0400, strabo
wrote:

[snip]

Walgreens has the ideal LED light.

- Machined aluminum
- Cylindrical
- 3 1/2" length
- 3 "AAA" batteries in tandem
- 9 white LEDs
- ON/OFF push switch
- Weather proof
- About $5.00

I got a bunch of them.


I have a couple of lights like that. They're very bright. One of them
is often what I reach for when I need a good flashlight.


For a penlight-type flashlight, I like the Streamlight Stylus (3 AAAA
cells). Great for detail work, medical uses etc.


I initially bought one and tested it for month and then bought nine
more as replacements for those kept in the truck and cars.

I've had several in everyday use for about a year. I've tossed
them around and run the batteries low without mishap. They're solid
enough. They compare favorably to similar styles in the $20-$50
range.

I found one that had a faulty switch due to some material inside that
caused it to be rough and intermittent. I took the opportunity to
remove the switch and replace it with another type. I also improved the
lanyards, modified plastic bottle caps to act as extensions so
the lights can sit upright and added pocket clips.



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