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Backup torch
I need a backup torch.

Ideally it should have as many of the following characteristics as possible. It should be

1. Black
2. Shiny
3. Sexy

Would probably help if it was bright enough to read my slate and gauges with too I guess. I'd also like to clip it to my harness, so nothing too massive. Ive seen the ones from dirdirect and they are a stupid price.

Any suggestions ( apart from "stop being such a kit whore!")?
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Neither black nor shiny, but the princeton tec surge is pretty bright for the size/price. Ikelite PCA is another good one, but less easy to harness-mount I'd guess. The little UK one looks good too, though not so bright.
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I can't remember the name (until tonight) but I have an LED torch.

Standard batteries will last up to 100 hours so I switch mine on at the beginning of any dive and just leave it on.

Double O ringed.

Just right for reading computer and slates.
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Mini Q 40

Stunning bit of kit

Err Not black
Not shiney
Not sexy

Sooooooo not that close to what you want but it works great

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Mini Q 40
That's the UK one I meant. And you can even get them in black.
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black but not very shiny or sexy
The 'Pelican Supa Sabre Lites' are a good buy...

http://www.protectcases.co.uk/cgi-bi...y?subcatnum=22

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sounds like a plan then . cheers all
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Princeton Tec - Tec 40 Ref: 151
This light provides the highest power-to-weight ratio of any light in its class. It's palm - sized and will fit easily into any BC pocket. Perfect as a back - up or for daytime exploration in unlit areas.


About £20

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Hi

You could try these

http://www.cnsales.net/photontorpedopage.htm

Davey Willo just got some and hasn't stopped talking about them for ages. The name is shite but the lights seem very well made, and easier to turn off without twisting too far.

I have used the Princeton Tek lights and they are nice and small, but they override the bulb, which of course will blow just when you need the light.

I just use Halcyon ones, can't really say much about them because I've never had a primary light fail. Just make sure the batteries are healthy. I'll tell you more in a couple of weeks after Cave 1 as I will probably be using them a lot. It helps if you have a buddy who is intelligent enough to check them on the dive to make sure they are not turned on by the pressure.

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