RonzoTheGreat
Contributor
welcome to scubaboard.
light is a nice size. am i reading it correctly that it is 350 lumens?
also, the language isn't so clear to me (forgive my ignorance). at $62.99 how many batteries does it come with? are the batteries rechargeable? and is the charger included?
is there a handle for it (goodman style) that can be placed over the hand for "hands-free" use?
does the hole that the lanyard is tied to fit wreck line, zip-ties, or o-rings for attaching a bolt-snap?
is this a fixed beam or adjustable?
is shipping included? (i see your current shipping is for a "limited time")
is there a better offer if two are purchased?
is the hole for tying the lanyard to "cut" at 90 degree edges or beveled so it doesn't "rip" the o-ring, wreck-line, or zipties we will be using to attach our bolt snaps?
100meters is quite a nice depth to be tested to, what kind of warranty is offered? (hopefully lifetime right?)
are you using a double or triple o-ring system for locking out the moisture?
i can give you my address if you would like to send me two of these to run tests on here in the northeast. i can than post my "reflections'" on how it preforms so that other board members have a sense of comfort. please let me know.
im assuming you understand why i mentioned 2 rather than one ...
have you done side by side comparisons with some of the competition?
i am currently using the penetrater 220 as my primary and secondary backup lights.
to be quite frank, i appreciate dorcy's design allowing us to use either 2 or 6 AAA cell batteries which are readily available wherever we take our gear on vacation. the fact that they eliminate the switch as a point of failure is another bonus. they also failed with their first run as a penetrater 180 in their "hole" cut being the 90 degree i mentioned earlier which lead to many divers losing their lights after it literally cut through its tying mechanism. when they released the 220, it was improved and now beveled. the price is actually $15 less than what you are offering here and long term, the batteries are much less expensive.
HOG has also recently released a light that "LOOKS" (and i hate using that term since it truly proves very little) similar to yours but is claimed to be only 240 lumens. however, the HOG light is intelligently offered in a AAA cell model OR a rechargeable model. it is diver designed and although does have a magnetic switch, their switch specifically offers an SOS setting which strobes the light in times of need. (although a point of failure, it serves a specific purpose other than simple on/off). it also has a nice large hole for tying off the bolt snap and has goodman (hands free) handles available (as does the penetrater). there is also a knurled handle for better grip (rather than smooth). they are about $12 more expensive than yours but it seems if yours don't come with batteries, they are actually less expensive. the penetrater and hog BOTH come with wreck line to tie to a bolt snap.
please shed some light on these points and as mentioned earlier, i'd love to test them and report on said tests. (and NOT asking for free lights, i'd be happy to send them back after reporting)
and finally, on your website, you have a "search" option. when i typed the word "dive" no items were found. i also tried the word "scuba" still nothing. you may want to have that updated (just trying to help).
if you are wondering why i spent so much time on this post, it should be obvious that i think this is the start to what could be an excellent product in the near future and a benefit to all of us with some minor adjustments. i am sincere in my points and hope to not receive an answer back saying "we are just the dealer and have little to do with the design and engineering behind the product."
thank you
light is a nice size. am i reading it correctly that it is 350 lumens?
also, the language isn't so clear to me (forgive my ignorance). at $62.99 how many batteries does it come with? are the batteries rechargeable? and is the charger included?
is there a handle for it (goodman style) that can be placed over the hand for "hands-free" use?
does the hole that the lanyard is tied to fit wreck line, zip-ties, or o-rings for attaching a bolt-snap?
is this a fixed beam or adjustable?
is shipping included? (i see your current shipping is for a "limited time")
is there a better offer if two are purchased?
is the hole for tying the lanyard to "cut" at 90 degree edges or beveled so it doesn't "rip" the o-ring, wreck-line, or zipties we will be using to attach our bolt snaps?
100meters is quite a nice depth to be tested to, what kind of warranty is offered? (hopefully lifetime right?)
are you using a double or triple o-ring system for locking out the moisture?
i can give you my address if you would like to send me two of these to run tests on here in the northeast. i can than post my "reflections'" on how it preforms so that other board members have a sense of comfort. please let me know.
im assuming you understand why i mentioned 2 rather than one ...
have you done side by side comparisons with some of the competition?
i am currently using the penetrater 220 as my primary and secondary backup lights.
to be quite frank, i appreciate dorcy's design allowing us to use either 2 or 6 AAA cell batteries which are readily available wherever we take our gear on vacation. the fact that they eliminate the switch as a point of failure is another bonus. they also failed with their first run as a penetrater 180 in their "hole" cut being the 90 degree i mentioned earlier which lead to many divers losing their lights after it literally cut through its tying mechanism. when they released the 220, it was improved and now beveled. the price is actually $15 less than what you are offering here and long term, the batteries are much less expensive.
HOG has also recently released a light that "LOOKS" (and i hate using that term since it truly proves very little) similar to yours but is claimed to be only 240 lumens. however, the HOG light is intelligently offered in a AAA cell model OR a rechargeable model. it is diver designed and although does have a magnetic switch, their switch specifically offers an SOS setting which strobes the light in times of need. (although a point of failure, it serves a specific purpose other than simple on/off). it also has a nice large hole for tying off the bolt snap and has goodman (hands free) handles available (as does the penetrater). there is also a knurled handle for better grip (rather than smooth). they are about $12 more expensive than yours but it seems if yours don't come with batteries, they are actually less expensive. the penetrater and hog BOTH come with wreck line to tie to a bolt snap.
please shed some light on these points and as mentioned earlier, i'd love to test them and report on said tests. (and NOT asking for free lights, i'd be happy to send them back after reporting)
and finally, on your website, you have a "search" option. when i typed the word "dive" no items were found. i also tried the word "scuba" still nothing. you may want to have that updated (just trying to help).
if you are wondering why i spent so much time on this post, it should be obvious that i think this is the start to what could be an excellent product in the near future and a benefit to all of us with some minor adjustments. i am sincere in my points and hope to not receive an answer back saying "we are just the dealer and have little to do with the design and engineering behind the product."
thank you
