Jack Posted March 18, 2006 Share Posted March 18, 2006 Does anyone use head torches when working on their MV's? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirhc Posted March 18, 2006 Share Posted March 18, 2006 Jack, Yes, they're very useful. Get a good one with LEDs as they use less power and last longer. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Posted March 18, 2006 Share Posted March 18, 2006 Yes got one and it is handy, as said above get LED's much better :shock: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul connor Posted March 19, 2006 Share Posted March 19, 2006 ahhh, now i know i can talk with authority! hahaha As some of you know i do alot of underground exploration,old WW2 sites and mines and caves, bunkers etc, and an essential part of kit is good sturdy reliable lighting that can adapt to situations. The best i have found that i personally use, is, well not the cheapest but it will never let you down! Petzl myo 5 (belt) it runs from 4*C cell batteries in a pouch with can be located in clothing (batteries run better warm) as well as having 5 LED with excellent 3 power settings. as well as a switchable halogen/zenon 100ft Spot lamp, all very light and very durable. As the price is around £50 im sure not of norm interest! unless you want something like that! My recommendation would be a Petzl Tikka, or Tactikka. Both are 3-5 LED and have power settings, ie , dull, flash, medium and snow blindness! haha The range starts at around £15 and worth every penny, light and waterproof! and you can get them in olive and camo strap! myo belt 5 tactikka (led flippable red filter as well) hope this is of some help, you can get cheaper jap imports, but alas you get what you pay for! also, have a check updates soon of more pillboxes, and emplacements, and underground with me in the czech republic:) http://www.longforgotten.co.uk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirhc Posted March 19, 2006 Share Posted March 19, 2006 Paul, I use a Petzl myo 5, but not the belt version. It is excellent, but like you say a bit expensive! Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeEnfield Posted March 19, 2006 Share Posted March 19, 2006 I always tended to use the petzl, when working on vehicles etc, but the price of batts did tend to put me off, so one day I was in the local builders merchant outlet, and found a headtorch, powered by a 6v cell (4R25H) This is encased in a padded belt container, and the torch has a round the head band. (no 'over the head' strap) The only bit that seems a bit naff, is the buckle,plastic, but if that breaks, won't be difficult to replace. If I remember right, only cost around £8, and batts cost me £1.95 a time. Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashley Posted March 19, 2006 Share Posted March 19, 2006 hi all, having a garage with out power i also use a Petzl head torch, a must have item. Ashley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilitantGraham Posted March 19, 2006 Share Posted March 19, 2006 I've got several torches. It was always difficult to get them to do any work until I appointed a Head Torch. :roll: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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