I have a new torch

[Dunc]

Got a new torch today Its a 3 watt Cree LED and runs on two C cells
 Its made of Aluminium and while the finnish isnt exactly Surefire or Mag for that matter its still well made and once I put a little silicon grease on the threads and 'O' rings it screws together quite smoothly .It has a clickie tail cap and rather then rubber like alot of torches this is hard smooth plastic and has a good feel to it .

Its the middle one in the first pic



It comes to bits so may be of interest to modders





Heres the beem shots , I'm sorry but I'm no expert but you can see the difference .

First up is a Std 3 D cell Mag



Next is a 2X AA LED Victorinox branded Inova



And last up is the new 2X C cell Led



Quite surprised that it only cost £12





Dunc

[Mike, Lord of the Spammers!]

That's not a bad torch mate , even if it does come from the evil empire

[Benner]

Looks pretty good mate.    I didn't know Tesco's were so on the ball.  

[Dunc]

Looks pretty good mate.    I didn't know Tesco's were so on the ball.  

Every little helps 

Are you guys planning on bringing any torches with you ?

Dunc

[Benner]

Looks pretty good mate.    I didn't know Tesco's were so on the ball.  

Every little helps 

Are you guys planning on bringing any torches with you ?

Dunc

I am indeed.    I never go too far away without my Electrolumens.

[Mike, Lord of the Spammers!]

Just my Streamlight key mate

I'm No Jamie

[Benner]

I will be bringing;

Streamlight Sidewinder,
Fenix P1D Q5,
Electrolumens blaster III,
Surefire 3P,
Princeton Tec Tec40.

Won't bring my Mags as everyone has seen those.

[Dunc]

Just my Streamlight key mate

I'm No Jamie

I used to be and was the only Jamie in the Village , still am when I think about it but I dont have my Surefires anymore .

Dunc

[Dunc]

I will be bringing;

Streamlight Sidewinder,
Fenix P1D Q5,
Electrolumens blaster III,
Surefire 3P,
Princeton Tec Tec40.

Won't bring my Mags as everyone has seen those.

Looking forward to that Ben 

Dunc

[Neil]

I've nothing too exciting but if anyone has a mad desire to see any of the following let me know:

Fenix: L0D, L2D
MagLite: 2AAA, 2AA, 4D, 6D (with TerraLux adapter)
LRI: Rex
Streamlight: Stylus Pro LED
Victorinox: (same as)

Thanks for the heads up on the Tesco torch.  If its not too pricey I may have to grab one, it looks good.

Neil

[Benner]

I've nothing too exciting but if anyone has a mad desire to see any of the following let me know:

Fenix: L0D, L2D
MagLite: 2AAA, 2AA, 4D, 6D (with TerraLux adapter)
LRI: Rex
Streamlight: Stylus Pro LED
Victorinox: (same as)

Thanks for the heads up on the Tesco torch.  If its not too pricey I may have to grab one, it looks good.

Neil

Please bring the Stylus Pro.  Will be good to finally see one. 

[Dunc]

I've nothing too exciting but if anyone has a mad desire to see any of the following let me know:

Fenix: L0D, L2D
MagLite: 2AAA, 2AA, 4D, 6D (with TerraLux adapter)
LRI: Rex
Streamlight: Stylus Pro LED
Victorinox: (same as)

Thanks for the heads up on the Tesco torch.  If its not too pricey I may have to grab one, it looks good.

Neil

Yes I'd like to see LRI: Rex, Streamlight: Stylus Pro LED

[Neil]

Will do. 

I've managed to pull the head of the Stylus Pro... its a bit brighter with a L0D head attached 

Neil

[Hoghead]

I dont have my Surefires anymore .

Dunc

Would you mind telling what Surefire lights you had and why you got rid of them.

[jock1]

Whats the throw like Dunc?

[Dunc]

Whats the throw like Dunc?

Not bad at all with quite a good hot spot and no doughnuts . I will take some more pics tonight if I'm still up when its dark .

Dunc

[Dunc]

I dont have my Surefires anymore .

Dunc

Would you mind telling what Surefire lights you had and why you got rid of them.

I had a silver E2e , a 9p with P90 and P91 , 6p with a P60 and P61 , a KL3 2nd gen LED head and a A2 Aviator .

Huge cars repair bill couldnt justify me keeping them 

They were great on the beach 

Dunc

[Dunc]

Heres an update  Looks like this torch is sold in the States at Lowes under the  task-force brand . Its alot easier to find info on it now and theres a huge amount at candlepower forums . They say its putting out 150+ lumens 


Dunc

[jock1]

I ahve to thank you Dunc it looks like you have just saved me a truck load of money.After seeing your intial post I went to my local Tesco and bought 2 for household use on the way home I was able to light the reflective strip on a traffic cone (more blasted roadworks)at about 30 feet away in broad daylight .Not bad as they are only intended for dog walking, power cuts etc
Might not need that Fenix after all
Cheers Mate

[Dunc]

I ahve to thank you Dunc it looks like you have just saved me a truck load of money.After seeing your intial post I went to my local Tesco and bought 2 for household use on the way home I was able to light the reflective strip on a traffic cone (more blasted roadworks)at about 30 feet away in broad daylight .Not bad as they are only intended for dog walking, power cuts etc
Might not need that Fenix after all
Cheers Mate

Nice one , I've been looking at them for a couple of weeks and now I think they are unmatched in their price range .For Fs sake they are 12 quid  Fill your boots guys .

Dunc

[Hoghead]

I dont have my Surefires anymore .

Dunc

Would you mind telling what Surefire lights you had and why you got rid of them.

I had a silver E2e , a 9p with P90 and P91 , 6p with a P60 and P61 , a KL3 2nd gen LED head and a A2 Aviator .

Huge cars repair bill couldnt justify me keeping them 

They were great on the beach 

Dunc

I'm sorry to hear that  but I do understand.

I really like the A2.

I haven't bought any since my E1B and the only thing I'm waiting for is the release of the P61L.

[jock1]

Used my new toy about 03-30 hrs this morning and managed to light up the front door of the house at the top of the street thats about 80yds not bad for a torch that cost 12 quid and runs on easily available batteries
Cheers Again Dunc

[DaveK]

Just like to say thanks Dunc, I picked one up at the local Tesco earlier today and I'm very pleased with it.

I've commented before on here that I actually don't have any great need for torches and that my Maglites are plenty sufficient for the things I do with them. However, at £12 with a recommendation from yourself, I finally get to see what this Cree is all about, and I agree, it's a cracking little torch.

Cheers,

[jock1]

Used my new toy about 03-30 hrs this morning and managed to light up the front door of the house at the top of the street thats about 80yds not bad for a torch that cost 12 quid and runs on easily available batteries
Cheers Again Dunc

Gave it a further test at work the last few nights it has proved better than expected at close quarters (about 10/12 feet) it is bright enough to blind people and it gives good throw with decent side spill for area searches I ahve used sillicon grease to improve the water resistance .The only thing I ahve to do is modify the sheath with a bigger belt loop then this will be my new allrounder for work too
Cheers 

[Mike, Lord of the Spammers!]

We all got to play with this one at the meet, and it was bloody impressive especially considering the price

[Neil]

You really can't argue for the money.  Has anyone got the 4W £18 version Tesco sell?

Neil

[jock1]

You really can't argue for the money.  Has anyone got the 4W £18 version Tesco sell?

Neil

Not yet

[Benner]

I was really impressed with it as well. Not only was it bright, but it felt very well made.