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Old 02-12-06, 03:40 AM
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I think GF deserve their reputation for reliability but I have never seen one that was any good in the water (compared with a 18W/21W HiD Salvo or Halcyon).

I know way more Salvo users than Halcyon users and yet I know of more Halcyon issues than Salvo issues. I don't know if it's changed recently but the Halcyon warranty never used to cover the bulb whereas the Salvo bulb is much tougher and covered by warranty.

The Solus LEDs - whilst certainly something to watch in the future they are not there yet. They are tough, long burning and bright - but they just don't focus well enough to cut through the water. I believe that LED is the future but it's not the present.

Right now I'd get a 21W/9ah Salvo.
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