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Screwfix had some on offer.

Down from around 40.00 to £15.

This was the other week though.

 

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I like the led lenser torches at work however the last head torch i bought was one of these as the lenser was out of stock

https://www.torchdirect.co.uk/coast-led-head-torch/coast-hl7-led-head-torch.html

It's very comfortable and has good focus id say it actually has a better battery life than advertised. The led lenser equivalent output is 50% more expensive (but is a bit better well made and if a warranty claim is needed they're great to deal with)

https://www.torchdirect.co.uk/head-torch-range/led-lenser-h72-head-torch.html

 

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Travis Perkins have one -

Unilite PS-HDL6R LED Yellow Hi Vis USB Rechargeable Headlight 350 Lumen

The PS-HDL6R is a 3m helmet mountable head torch with a 350 Lumen output from its high power Samsung SMD LEDs. Comprising of a 1800 mAh lithium polymer battery & a 3 x AAA battery case converter, it has multiple lighting modes. This includes two dim settings & a flash function for signalling and emergency use. It also has a battery status indicator located on the side of the head torch.  IPX6 the head torch is fully weatherproof for all conditions. Small and compact the head torch weighs only 94g and is super light weight. Hi visibility yellow in colour, the head torch is easy to identify, this helps keep the user safe whilst working. The head torch also has an improved rubber silicone head strap to help keep it secure on the users head or helmet.

• 350 Lumen White Samsung LED

• Beam Range 27 Metres

• Helmet Mountable - A 3m adhesive mount is provided to attach the head torch to a helmet

• USB Rechargeable - The head torch is fully rechargeable and comes complete with USB cable

• Hybrid Battery Use - The head light can use both a rechargeable battery & 3 x AAA

• Rubberised Strap - The PS-HDL6R has super grip silicone headband straps to secure it to a helmet

• Battery - 1800 mAh Li-Polymer (Can also Use Standard Batteries)

• IPX6 Water Resistant

Battery - Use Rechargeable Battery Pack or 3 x 1.5V AAA Batteries. Weight - 94g. Dimensions - Headlight 50mm x 65mm. Unilite LED Hybrid USB Rechargeable or Standard Battery Headlight PSHDL6R.

@ £39.00 + Vat

 

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52 minutes ago, syman84 said:

Great torches and value. We have one and know many Mountaineers and Walkers who use them.

Had a few Petzl's and would highly rate these as well. Also Black Diamond.

Had several other 'cheaper' torches and all have not stood up to regular use/longevity. Been using head torches out in't'hills (and for DIY) for 30 odd years, definitely get a waterproof one with either a wide and narrow bulb or preferably with focusing ability. Also beware of ones that can only do 'bright', sometimes a gentler glow is preferable.

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I sell the ledlenser ones and we have 20 % off in January 

very well made and much better light than the cheap efforts off ebay

a lot of those have claimed more lumens but the lens is a significant part which are superb on the ledlenser stuff

they angle up and down and yes they focus too - battery or rechargeable options

 

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I bought one from amazon a couple of years ago and it's been really good. not this one but very much like it. It gives loads of light the charge seems to last ages and it's easy to direct where you want the light.

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