I dont want it, but was curious if this would be accurate dating for the knife
That poor seller seems to be of the mistaken belief that the old beat up SAK is some sort of collector's item, or something :|
That's just a Spartan, that you can pick up at your local WalMart for less than 20 bucks, or even on Amazon. I always hated the ordinary Red scales, so a while back, I bought a couple (in Translucent Blue and Translucent Red):
Terrible picture; dependable knives.
I almost never use these blades, since I got into locking blades a few years back. I don't EDC them, any more, and haven't, for quite some time. They get used, at home, but very rarely. I'm no longer a fan of friction folders, at all. I prefer a locking blade, for any serious cutting.
I just wish I could find some nice Alox scales for my Champion Plus. They seem to make Alox scales for everything, but that. What's up with that?
Spyderco Mannix2, shown with Foursevens QB2L-X (back when they were in virgin condition. I picked up the Mannix2, used, but in pristine condition, on CPF MarketPlace. There's no way I could have afforded it, otherwise; so I consider myself fortunate enough to have stumbled into that deal. They have their share of light battle scars, now ).
This is an older EDC dump picture. I've made numerous changes,since. I'll need to take a new pocket dump pic and post it in the proper thread, here. The blade profile on the Endura4 (I have one in Blue and one in Black) make them fantastic slicers; and VG-10 steel holds a decent enough edge, while being fairly low-maintenance.
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Thanks, man. I picked that one up, used, on EDCF, a while back. Great price. It's the only combination knife I own (not counting the blade in my multi-tools (which I never count, since I never use them. I believe in a dedicated knife for a dedicated cutting job - always. Come to think of it - this is the only tanto blade knife I own, too. I seem to be a huge fan of the clip point, for some reason.
Here are some pictures I took, not long after receiving the knife.
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Post by david57strat on Aug 12, 2015 16:55:48 GMT -8
For some reason, I have a whole lot more lights, than I do, knives.
These three are always on-person, except in places where they're prohibited (airports, courthouses, etc.)
This also happens to be my favorite multi-tool that I own, even more so than the more expensive Rebar:
Leatherman Wingman, shown next to Kershaw Chive
These knives (below), minus the three pictured above, are carried in my pack, at all times:
I'm fanatical about carrying multiple lights, on-person; but not so much with knives. I'm just glad I'm allowed to carry the bag to work (and still have access to these), so I don't feel competely naked.
Plane trips are a nightmare. I can't stand being without at least a few blades, and a multi tool. :|
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Post by david57strat on Aug 12, 2015 14:53:12 GMT -8
Unfortunately, I'm unable to see the picture. Maybe the link could be updated?
I'm a photo enthusiast, too, and I would love to get my hands on/make a decent light box, for shooting my EDC items. It'd be nice to have one, for cleaner shots.
I honestly couldn't tell you man. Usually I cringe when people put drop -ins in old incan surefires, but I wanted a tough worklight so I got a 6P (for a steal) and a cheap amazon LED drop in.. Its meh, but it works.
The P60 drop-in is an amazing thing. You can get pretty much whatever you need, to fit your 6P. There are plenty of nice quality drop-ins available in that format. You just need to know where to look, to get a good one. They're worth every penny; and you don't have to break the bank to put something nice in it - something , that would leave you favorably impressed, and probably even wanting another P60 host, just to round things out .
It doesn't have to be "meh", you know. Dude - you have a Surefire. It's worth installing something worthy of the host; and if it doesn't float your boat, you can always sell it (the drop-in), and get something that will!
When you're ready, give me a holler. I have a bunch of different drop-ins, in varying tints and interfaces, from retina searing super cool white, to incredibly warm (can't believe it's not an incandescent) tints. I've had plenty of time to experiment with different brands and interfaces, and can help you find something you'd love, and within your budget.
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Good write ups. I was looking at an older mini mag I have last night. Xenon bulb, 2x AA batteries and the output is 15 lumens. Does it even make sense to put an LED insert in this? Wavelength - I understand why early LEDs looked bluish but in daylight if I need to look at something (think storm drain) LED lights seem to get washed out while an incandescent seems to put more light where I need it. Is this just a function of older LED's or is just what happens? I know the wavelength of LEDs seem to disperse to the human eye but if you shine an LED at a reflective strip / sign at night, the same lumen output will allow you to see the reflection at a further distance with the LEDs.
Do you have a recommendation for a camping light. I need something with a low/moon setting, high to see if I need to do some work at night and what would be ideal is if had a red led that could be used to find things in my bag while we are star gazing. I went to a dark park (the nemesis of a flashaholic) and they only allow red light after sunset. I took red film and taped it over a HF led just to have some light while there.
I'm trying to understand your needs a little better, for this camping flashlight recommendation.
What kind of range are you looking for? Do you need to be able to light up a tree-top two hundred yards away, or maybe just a short path in front of you?
What size light do you need? Are you going to be carrying it in a pack? On your belt? In your pocket?
Are you open to using a high performance battery (a lithium ion), for better run times, and performance, or are you dead-set on using more conventional batteries (alkaline/lithium, for instance)? If it's the former, there are a lot more possibilities open to you, and are worth the extra expense.
This is probably the most important question, because it's the Number One limiting factor in all of your choices - What is your budget for this light, and does that include batteries/charger (if applicable)?
Who's going to be using the light? Just you? A child or other family member? I ask this because it won't make sense to recommend a light with a complex user interface, if you're going to be handing the light over to a four year-old.
Where are you going to be storing the light, when not in use? Your car? A kitchen cabinet? Certain batteries are more extreme-environment-friendly, than others. If that doesn't really matter, then more options are available to you.
Buying the right flashlight is very much like buying the right car for your intended use. There's a lot to think about. These are just a few questions, and I have plenty more, but let's see where we go, from here.
I can think a number of flashlights that have secondary Red (and/or Green and Blue) LEDs, but those bring the cost up, for something that's high quality. A more cost-effective option is just to buy a nice red filter for your light. Many lights are available with diffusers, so if you need to spread out the light, you can, but still have a dedicated "thrower" (a light that can project at a long distance), when a flood light isn't needed.
In the end, your options are only limited by your budget - within reason. If you need something that's built like a tank, as bright as the sun, that lasts for days on a single set of batteries, costs less than 20 bucks, and that can fit in your pants pocket, well - it just ain't gonna happen. We've come a long way in flashlight technology, but not that far.
I'll look forward to hearing your reply!
p.s. The more I think about it, the more practical a dedicated headlamp sounds, to me. If you're going to be doing tasks that require you to be hands-free, that might make more sense. There are some that can even convert (they're essentially a flashlight with an angle head, and they're mounted in a holder that allows you to remove the light, and use just as a regular flashlight, rather than head-mounted.
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Post by david57strat on Aug 7, 2015 14:38:11 GMT -8
A few more:
Top - Solarforce L2D18 with Sportac Triple Nichia 219 1-mode Bottom Solarforce L2M with L2T head and B6 bezel, recessed tail cap switch, and pocket clip - loaded with a Sportac Triple XP-G2 R5 drop-in. The L2M on the right will actually collapse into a smaller version, running on a 16340 battery. I forgot about that, while taking the picture.... :|
] Left - XTAR Wk21 Meteor XM-L2 U2 Right - XTAR WK50 XP-G R5
Left - Olight TC15 SS (stainless) Right - Olight M-20X - This was my very first 18650 lightsmile.png
Left - Foursevens QB2L-X Right - Foursevens Maelstrom X10
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