Dave’s Tech Reviews
Mostly just flashlights
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Sofirn C8F tactical flashlight review
The C8F is a high power tactical light from Sofirn. It has 2 switches for easy operation and throws a reasonable distance.
Playskool flashlight 4000 lumen upgrade
This week I took an original 1980s Playskool plastic flashlight, removed the insides and replaced them with a 4000 lumen flashlight.
Sofirn IF25A review
Another light from Sofirn I’m reviewing is the IF25A. This is a pocketable flashlight with 4 LEDs. The physical light What’s in the box The IF25A comes in a printed cardboard box. I received the “kit” version, which includes the cell and a few extras: Sofirn IF25A flashlight 4000mAh cell (some shop listings show a […]
Anduril Thermal Config
Flashlights with the Anduril UI step down the brightness when they get to hot. They do this with a temperature sensor, which may need configuring when you first get it.
In search of mega throwers: the world’s furthest distance handheld search lights
How would you like to see literally miles away in the dark? Some of these lights have a beam that throws so far that you need binoculars to make the most of them. There’s been a few new massive flashlights recently. Here’s a quick run down. Scroll to the end for a quick overview.
A brief history of pocket rockets
Abbreviated history of high power single cell flashlights
Sofirn SD05 3000lm diving light review
Today I’m reviewing the updated version of Sofirn’s SD05 flashlight. This is my first diving light and my first light with a rotating switch. The physical light What’s in the box Sofirn picked a plain cardboard box for the SD05. They seem to use this for their larger packages and have a nicer printed cardboard […]
Imalent MS03 flashlight review: The brightest pocket flashlight in the world?
This is quite exciting. I got my hands on Imalent’s new MS03 flashlight: this light pumps out 13,000 lumens from a single cell, making it the brightest pocket-sized flashlight in existence. Read on to see what it’s like in real life. Purchasing You can buy the light from ImalentStore.com. It’s currently $129.95. Quick review This […]
Flashlight User Interfaces
A user interface is the way that someone interacts with a device. In the case of flashlights, it’s normally by 1 or more switches that are pressed. A UI can be the different between a flashlight staying on a shelf or being used regularly.
Sofirn SP40 headlamp review
The Sofrin SP40 is a great entry level headlamp that has the quality of lights twice its price. It’s a great all rounder, coming with USB charging, an included cell, head strap and even an extra body tube for shorter cells.
Sofirn SC31b flashlight review
Sofirn have produced a great budget light in the SC31b. The simple user interface, USB charging, included cell and pocket clip make this a great flashlight for all and easy to recommend to others.
Manker MC12 flashlight review
The Manker MC12 is a pocket thrower flashlight that reaches 650m. This is a great light if you want to light things up a long way away but also want something that’s not so heavy that it always gets left at home.
Why Flashlights?
You may have noticed that this blog seems to focus on flashlights (or “torches” in the UK). They’re simple things compared to most technology but their elemental nature makes them almost entrancing.
Manker MC12 intro and exploring an abandoned WW2 building
Here’s a quick preview of the Manker MC12 flashlight, with 650m throw, exploring an abandoned WW2 building. You can read the full Manker MC12 review here.
In search of the best pocket thrower flashlight
I started looking for the best pocketable flashlight that throws its beam a long way. This article documents the rabbit hole I ended up in. In it I’ve compared lights from EagTac, Lumintop, Acebeam and Emisar.
Converting Candela to Throw
Multiply the candela by 4, then square root it to get the throw in meters.
Or square the throw in meters then divide by 4 to get the candela.
Nightwatch NSX3 (NS53A version) Flashlight Review
The Nightwatch NS53A is a single 21700 cell hot rod flashlight that puts out 9900lm. This is one of the brightest lights for its size and is ridiculous.
All posts
- Sofirn C8F tactical flashlight reviewThe C8F is a high power tactical light from Sofirn. It has 2 switches for easy operation and throws a reasonable distance.
- Playskool flashlight 4000 lumen upgradeThis week I took an original 1980s Playskool plastic flashlight, removed the insides and replaced them with a 4000 lumen flashlight.
- Sofirn IF25A reviewAnother light from Sofirn I’m reviewing is the IF25A. This is a pocketable flashlight with 4 LEDs. The physical light What’s in the box The IF25A comes in a printed cardboard box. I received the “kit” version, which includes the cell and a few extras: Sofirn IF25A flashlight 4000mAh cell (some shop listings show a […]
- Anduril Thermal ConfigFlashlights with the Anduril UI step down the brightness when they get to hot. They do this with a temperature sensor, which may need configuring when you first get it.
- In search of mega throwers: the world’s furthest distance handheld search lightsHow would you like to see literally miles away in the dark? Some of these lights have a beam that throws so far that you need binoculars to make the most of them. There’s been a few new massive flashlights recently. Here’s a quick run down. Scroll to the end for a quick overview.
- A brief history of pocket rocketsAbbreviated history of high power single cell flashlights
- Sofirn SD05 3000lm diving light reviewToday I’m reviewing the updated version of Sofirn’s SD05 flashlight. This is my first diving light and my first light with a rotating switch. The physical light What’s in the box Sofirn picked a plain cardboard box for the SD05. They seem to use this for their larger packages and have a nicer printed cardboard […]
- Imalent MS03 flashlight review: The brightest pocket flashlight in the world?This is quite exciting. I got my hands on Imalent’s new MS03 flashlight: this light pumps out 13,000 lumens from a single cell, making it the brightest pocket-sized flashlight in existence. Read on to see what it’s like in real life. Purchasing You can buy the light from ImalentStore.com. It’s currently $129.95. Quick review This […]
- Flashlight User InterfacesA user interface is the way that someone interacts with a device. In the case of flashlights, it’s normally by 1 or more switches that are pressed. A UI can be the different between a flashlight staying on a shelf or being used regularly.
- Sofirn SP40 headlamp reviewThe Sofrin SP40 is a great entry level headlamp that has the quality of lights twice its price. It’s a great all rounder, coming with USB charging, an included cell, head strap and even an extra body tube for shorter cells.
- Sofirn SC31b flashlight reviewSofirn have produced a great budget light in the SC31b. The simple user interface, USB charging, included cell and pocket clip make this a great flashlight for all and easy to recommend to others.
- Manker MC12 flashlight reviewThe Manker MC12 is a pocket thrower flashlight that reaches 650m. This is a great light if you want to light things up a long way away but also want something that’s not so heavy that it always gets left at home.
- Why Flashlights?You may have noticed that this blog seems to focus on flashlights (or “torches” in the UK). They’re simple things compared to most technology but their elemental nature makes them almost entrancing.
- Manker MC12 intro and exploring an abandoned WW2 buildingHere’s a quick preview of the Manker MC12 flashlight, with 650m throw, exploring an abandoned WW2 building. You can read the full Manker MC12 review here.
- In search of the best pocket thrower flashlightI started looking for the best pocketable flashlight that throws its beam a long way. This article documents the rabbit hole I ended up in. In it I’ve compared lights from EagTac, Lumintop, Acebeam and Emisar.
- Converting Candela to ThrowMultiply the candela by 4, then square root it to get the throw in meters. Or square the throw in meters then divide by 4 to get the candela.
- Nightwatch NSX3 (NS53A version) Flashlight ReviewThe Nightwatch NS53A is a single 21700 cell hot rod flashlight that puts out 9900lm. This is one of the brightest lights for its size and is ridiculous.
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