L-Torch

last SG · 2005-03-28T20:26:06+00:00

Knowing the long-life reliability & energy saving of LED Vs light-bulb, went jalan jalan hunting around looking for a LED L-torch but in vain (not even i...

hotspotter SG

L-Torch used in camp normally is the 2x C-battery type, can I use the 2x AA-battery model? How many of you guys choose to use the 2x AA model?

Gordonator SG

i used to use the AA type. but to tell u the truth L-torch sux, drop on floor gone liao and somemore not water-proof. Neutral Confused

deathscythe99 SG

I'd agree Sad

Sometimes, it doesnt work as well as you want it to be, esp during rain o.o""

mr_sotong SG

eat battery fast....

mine soak in the water b4... but still working... Laughing

Gordonator SG

BMT now issue L-torch or is it still the old small 1 battery black torch? Question

mr_sotong SG

we were issued with a small black touch... but no use 1... we brought the L-touch at e-mart...

wuming78 SG

still the utility of the L-torch cannot be ignored – it can be attached to the SBO and it shines to the front, which is very useful since you then do not need to carry the torch on one hand. i usually have quite a number of torches in my SBO – the L torch, attached to the shoulder strap, a small maglite, and another very powerful diver’s torch (the one that runs on 4 AA batts). and yes, for the L torch get the C-sized version – the smaller ones that work on AA does not work well. (paiseh… it came to my mind that there were bigger versions than the one i have always been using, which uses C-sized batts).

Gordonator SG

oh my, quite a lot of stuffs in your SBO for someone who don't chiong suah anymore. Mr. Green

nightzip SG

i still use the 2 AA battery small L-torch, cuz so many commander items, cling here and there like christmas tree.

so idea is to make your SBO as light as possible, I think C-batt larger L-torch and the smaller once all about the same, and also in order to be tactical, normally you also black tape the round cover until you have a transparent hole no bigger than a 10cent coin. Very Happy

so dun need to buy big as anyway after tapping end up the same.
and then when we turn ops, like 8 yrs back, no one requires use to use proper big big size torches also, cuz we are thinking soldiers.

deathscythe99 SG

Laughing

Sometimes I feel that the Commander's SBO is really jia lut

So many things to hang around haha.

wuming78 SG

no lah. those are what i had on my SBO when i still chiong sua-ed. they are still on my SBO now, cos i didnt remove them - i havent used my SBO for quite some time!

wuming78 SG

yah.. really like xmas tree - like what my fren used to call my SBO. sometimes my SBO (with 2 filled waterbottles) can be heavier than my fullpack!

it has another added function of endurance training too. Wink

nightzip SG

yah...now go out also must bring night vision liao, +harness, +compass, +radio set, + this + that...never ends.... Laughing

fudgester SG

I hated the damn L-torch. I practically had to go down to Beach Road to buy a new one once a month. Just as the others said, once you drop it on the floor, it's a goner.

Considering the rumble and tumble I have to go through during every outfield exercise, it's no wonder that my L-torch would almost always fail on me when I really need it the most.

I used the double-A sized torch. Smaller, lighter, and just as good as the standard C-sized torch.

hotspotter SG

Hmm e-mart got sell? 2x AA size one have or not?
2x C size type how much?
2x AA size type how much?

I know they are f88k-up torch but SAF still want u to put on as a S.O.P. mah, so not sure the 2AA type "approved" or not?
"standard" should be the 2C type right?

hotspotter SG

buy this type will kana f88k or not har?
Twisted Evil

lwflee SG

Yup L-Torch is useless. On course, i just put one on my SBO for show. I actually use a cheap and good eveready torch in the field and when on guard duty.

Only problem is the lack of light filters but somehow i got through NS without using the filters much.

And yes, i used the AA version seeing as its not my primary torch. Also, for tactical reasons, carrying a large L-torch is uselss.

wuming78 SG

wow! that is really cool! if it has filters just like our L torch, i dont see why we cant use it, except for its cost (how much?)
but of course if you are a trainee or man, then it's up to your commander liao.

Gordonator SG

i bought mine from beach road too. but as u know things sold there cannot be trusted. somemore the L-torch there selling so cheap $2+, packageing also different from the ones sold at e-mart.

very expensive the ones sold at e-mart. fortunately can use credits to buy, a 2x C type is around $6+ i think. AA type i'm not sure.

one-niner SG

L Torch sucks man …and the old SAF SBO also sucks …wah piang ..so many equipment to bring .. NVG , teleconverter, compass, beta map reader …still got headset for signal set, ear plugs, whistle.then where got place put L Torch ….i frankly like the isreal Recon vest design ..they have a compartment for the fighting knife, compasses,torch etc ..