Hey guys,
This has probably been exhausted before, but I'm looking for a head torch so I'm seeking recommendations.
I should post in the buy/sell also if anyone has one for sale.
Cheers
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Hey guys,
This has probably been exhausted before, but I'm looking for a head torch so I'm seeking recommendations.
I should post in the buy/sell also if anyone has one for sale.
Cheers
I use a Zebralight everyday and its the best torch I have used.
NKON in The Netherlands is the best place I have found to buy. They specialise in headlamps etc and cater mostly to cavers.
https://eu.nkon.nl/zaklampen/brands/...ashlights.html
I also have an Armytek Wizard headlamp and it too is awesome.
Depending on what you use it for i want buy another light you cant recharge, i brought a led lenser h10 this year and well there is better out there for different reason this light does the job for me. Beam could be tighter.
Not buying battery's is a bonus
Those Armytek headlamps do look good, I guess you'd have to order online as no one local would sell these would they?
the wife lost her led lenser, i bought her a konus at 1/2 the price and its far better light output
I was thinking along the lines of a Led Lenser, best thought get some views from you guys that are out there using them.
I wont buy another ledlenser
I just use an Eveready headlamp myself. 150 + lumin I found is plenty if you want to use it for walking by. I personally prefer batteries as it's no big deal to swap them out and always have a spare set in my pouch. Use a led lenser p7.2 for spotting possums when we go wandering and usually swap out the lenser batteries into headtorch when getting low and fresh batteries into p7.2 makes the most of the batteries. Cheap headtorch can pickup from warehouse for $30 , adjustable brightness. Shockproof, waterproof and batteries last a long time. Nice and small to fit in pouch too. Call me cheap but does everything I need...and we usually walk 7-8 km in darkness.
I've never looked but I guess so, and if a NZ importer had them I would expect they'd not be too competitive.Quote:
Originally Posted by Pook
What do you want to use it for and whats your budget?
I have one of these.
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/3295...archweb201603_
Just as good as my Zebra light at a fraction of the price.
Actually this one but they are probably the same.
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/3283...27424c4dI0IjYV
Just looking for a handsfree torch. You have one for sale?
I use a Petzl Tikka headlamp with the core battery, can use AAA batteries or the rechargeable core battery. Has a red light and multiple brightness functions which start on the lowest setting. Band also has a whistle built in which I think is a nice extra, pretty small too. Only downside is there's no lock or anything to prevent it turning on.
As you can see from my signature, I sell Nitecore but its important to know what the application is in order to advise you on the best torch for your needs.Quote:
Originally Posted by Pook
Not all head torches are made equal.
Oh so you do, haha my bad. Looking for a head torch suitable for outdoors, camping etc. Something thats bright but not too heavy. PM if you have anything you can suggest.Quote:
Originally Posted by terryf
Cheers
I like my Ledlenser because I can focus the beam, and battery life is good.
I like my Black diamond because the battery life is awesome, IIRC it's 70hrs on full power, but it has way too many settings and I can't remember how to get to them all.
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Originally Posted by Shearer
Mark!
Unfortunately Led lenser over price and under perform. Had 4 of them, and was continually taking them back to the shop with faults.
The suite of cheap chinese headlamps do actually outperform them in the cost and robustness stakes, and hey! you would have to buy 6 of them to equal the dosh you throw down for an expensive Led lenser. They also permit you to standardise on the type of rechargeable battery you run.
All sorted now, thanks guys for all the knowledge. Decided to go Nitecore.
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Yes I do. Something specific or just general?Quote:
Originally Posted by Moa Hunter
Check here
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Ended up going with the HC65, Cant wait for it to arrive.Quote:
Originally Posted by Huntfisheat
I bought the same off Terry a year or 2 ago.Quote:
Originally Posted by Pook
Use it a lot and had no issues with it at all apart from cosmetic problems I that I caused my self[emoji1787][emoji106]
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Ha best you do before we're all in lockdown. Safe travelsQuote:
Originally Posted by Huntfisheat
nitecore hc65
Got a few- this is my favourite: https://www.rubbermonkey.co.nz/Oligh...amp-Cool-White (bought mine oseas). Also go to this one too: https://www.ledlenser.co.nz/product/...able-headlamp/
The Olight will set paper on fire https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90sR0n79sm8
I have found the Olight button to be finicky compared to the Nitecore.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tikka7mm08
You can set charcloth alight with just about any of todays high powered torches.
My olight button seems ok it is just all the bloody options that are frustrating Terry!