Head Torch Recommendation

[jamross65]

EOS | Princeton Tec

I use a torch almost every time out at sika, whether for finishing off a gralloch, dragging the beast or just walking back to the vehicle. They always seem to come out 5mins before its dark!!!

Anyway, I always carry a torch and have a couple spare in the landy, including a cheap and nasty head torch which is great for leaving the hands free.

I had read a few articles on the above companies products and bought the one featured in the link. There is just fields round us and no street lights so again walking dogs last thing is always with a torch. I was a bit dubious about spending £40 on a headlamp but after trying it out a few minutes ago, talk about impressed!!!

I am not going to repeat the bumpf that is on the website, but the beam it throws is wide and gives a superb field of view. I think they are being a bit conservative with their distances of illumination to be honest as it lights up a huge area of ground.

I almost shelled out for the model above this that has a separate battery pack, but one of the reviews I read said, 'who actually needs this much illumination...?'

Cannot recommend it highly enough.

If you look at the different models, they do one that has different coloured filters on it including a blue one for tracking blood.

 

[Apache]

Did you import from America or buy from a UK retailer?

 

[jamross65]

Did you import from America or buy from a UK retailer?

Amazon!!!

I saw them a wee bit cheaper in other outlets online, but was a bit wary as I had not heard of them. I have bought from amazon a lot of times with never a glitch...

 

[Steyer 6.5]

Are you any good with a video camera? You could show us how good it is. I have gone through three so far upto 20 quid in price. All either fell to bits or not enough illumination. I use one of them as a marker for returning to a dead beast in the dark with a vehicle.

 

[JabaliHunter]

They do look good, just a pity no red LEDs. For the money, these are a great alternative and have worked well for me stalking and night fishing

Energizer Extreme Cree LED Head Torch.
1 Cree LED.
2 Red LEDs.
3 brightness settings.
Headlight pivots allowing you to point the light where you need it.
Max run time 20hrs.
Weatherproof.
Shatterproof.
Batteries required: 1 x AAA (included).

£16 at Argos

 

[JabaliHunter]

Steyer - you should get one of these £40 Bushnell - Original Backtrack
A mate has one - a bit high tech for me

 

[jamross65]

Are you any good with a video camera? You could show us how good it is. I have gone through three so far upto 20 quid in price. All either fell to bits or not enough illumination. I use one of them as a marker for returning to a dead beast in the dark with a vehicle.

I actually found footage on Utube of a different model I was consideraing but from the same manufacturer. This one may well be on it as well. I looked at a lot of feedback on this model and could not find one negative comment about it.

The strap is well made with a very easy method of fixing to the actual unit, it took about 3 seconds. The Strap buckle doubles as a means of loosening the screw that secures the battery flap shut. It came supplied with 3 Duracells for it as well.

 

[norseman]

Petzl Tikka XP2 Core all the way, 3 different beams inc one red light, rechargable by mains or USB etc, always carry 3 x AAA as spares as it will conver to these instantly. Main beam casts about 100m infront so creates ample light when used in dense cover.

 

[Paul 600]

Try these, this will definatley be my next head torch!

LED Lenser H7 Cree Head Lamp Torch - TheTorchSite

 

[martinl]

I use the LED Lenser, blinding bit of kit!!!!!

 

[ANDREW243]

Petzl zipka plus2.Great bit of kit,small enough to go in a pocket,just in case.Red led to preserve night vision and a bright single white led for other times.Awesome.

 

[jamross65]

Try these, this will definatley be my next head torch!

LED Lenser H7 Cree Head Lamp Torch - TheTorchSite

That does look very good and for the same money I paid for mine.

Still happy with the purchase though, as I said earlier the wide beam is ideal for general work around stalking activities.

 

[Mutley]

Try these, this will definatley be my next head torch!

LED Lenser H7 Cree Head Lamp Torch - TheTorchSite

Best out there imo, very bright indeed, versatile with the dimmer, easy flood to spot option too, pivoting light unit, a charge lasts forever, go for the pro though as its a plug in recharge. Had loads of headlights in the past, this puts the rest in the shade, literally.

 

[RED-DOT]

TIGA rechargeable, anything else is a toy IMHO..... http://www.headtorches.com/TigaSL9X.html

 

[Alantoo]

I have two LED Lenser head torches the latest is an H7R, an excellent tool. LEDCO : Head Torches - H7R


I have had their Classic Head Fire Power Chip one for the best part of ten years... LEDCO : Head Torches - Head Fire Power Chip


The really brilliant thing (sorry!) is their after sales service. After three or four years of frequent (daily) use the cable broke at the hinge, I soldered it up and used it for another three then maybe did it once or twice again...then horror I lost it...rushed on line and bought the H7R noticing in passing that they mentioned a lifetime warranty. The day after the H7R arrived I found my lost one, sent it back and they sent me a brand new one...fantastic. I understand the warranty has now been modified to cover an expected life of around 3 years, but as a company they are really helpful.

 

[Monkey Spanker]

Try these, this will definatley be my next head torch!

LED Lenser H7 Cree Head Lamp Torch - TheTorchSite

Just ordered one!

 

[Paul 600]

Just ordered one!

It would appear you have beat me to it!

 

[mereside]

i used a led lenser in nz it was fantastic ,atb wayne ps adjustable beam as well very powerfull

 

[NeilG]

+1 for the Lenser H7R. Just superb brightness, robust, and well made.

 

[Monkey Spanker]

Just ordered one!

Tell ya what!
It arrived today which was a bloody good service. Took it out tonight to test it. Shot a munty buck which i ended up gralloching in the dark.
Well, I'm more than impressed with this piece of kit! Not only does it have the ability to focus the beam from wide to narrow, you can dim it as well!
It states that the narrow beam goes out to 180m at 170 lumens which is outstanding for such a small torch. I pointed it down a ride in a very dark wood and it was like daylight for as far as the ride went which was over 100m.
The on/off switch is recessed which means it is less likely to be switched on by accident. it comes with a nice little neoprene pouch too. They do more powerful versions too, but I can't see anyone needing more than this little version delivers.
At £42 it is very good value for money!
MS