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Is anyone familar with "Pelcan" lights? It's a brand used alot by EMS personel out here.
Here's a couple of their smaller guys I've gotten interested in, but am wondering if their worth the money:
http://www.opticsplanet.net/pelican-vb3-2220-led-flashlight.html
http://www.opticsplanet.net/pelican-l1-1930-led-flashlight.html
http://pelican.com/home.php
jeepmedic
09-11-2007, 09:54
I am a Firefighter/Paramedic and I carry one every day in my turnout gear. They are great lights and I would highly recommend these lights to anyone. Now be warned they come in a million different sizes and candle powers so shop around.
SloHiker
09-11-2007, 10:55
20+ years ago, Pelican was considered cutting edge in some respects ... not sure you can say that about them now, but they make reliable & durable products (not just flashlights). I have a 2-cell AAA light that's been bounced around in a toolbox for 20 years, and it's still going on the original bulb. Until the advent of LED technology, I probably used Pelican lights more than any other brand.
Obsidian
09-11-2007, 11:03
I haven't used their lights but I've used their waterproof cases for under water filming on a documentary I worked on and they were a great product
Is anyone familar with "Pelcan" lights? It's a brand used alot by EMS personel out here.
Here's a couple of their smaller guys I've gotten interested in, but am wondering if their worth the money:
http://www.opticsplanet.net/pelican-vb3-2220-led-flashlight.html
http://www.opticsplanet.net/pelican-l1-1930-led-flashlight.html
http://pelican.com/home.php
I use Pelican. The're worth the money. They keep on Going and Going just like the rabbit:banana
Footslogger
09-11-2007, 13:03
Have used their lights while SCUBA diving (my other addiction) for over 30 years. They last !!
'Slogger
Skidsteer
09-11-2007, 16:34
I've used this one...
http://www.opticsplanet.net/pelican-vb3-2220-led-flashlight.html
...for about two years. Outstanding ultralight lamp. I clip it to a headband.
Thanx guys, I just ordered the little black clip on.
BlackCloud
09-11-2007, 18:54
How bout this warranty:
"You break it, we replace it."
That's their lifetime warranty on EVERYTHING!
Once when I was a fireman, I dropped a flashlight off a roof that I was on some 25' to the ground. Upon hitting the sidewalk, the light broke into several pieces: shaft, lens, cap, and batteries. I figured it was a gonner.
Nope, got down, pieced it back together, and almost 10 years later it still works.
Not only is Pelican the highest quality available, it is typically the best value as well (price vs. quality). I have used their lights and cases, and will not use anything else. I only wish they made more stuff......
Skidsteer
09-11-2007, 18:56
Thanx guys, I just ordered the little black clip on.
I think you'll like it.
I glued some 1/8" foam to the 'clip' part to make it comfortable on my forehead. Works great and weighs an ounce.
How bout this warranty:
"You break it, we replace it."
That's their lifetime warranty on EVERYTHING!......
I had to go see for myself about this warranty and found this little interesting caveat. You gotta love this:
".....This guarantee is void only if the Pelican™ product has been abused beyond normal and sensible wear and tear. The guarantee does not cover shark bite, bear attack and children under five....."
Crap!!!...I shoulda read this before ordering. :p
BlackCloud
09-12-2007, 11:42
I had to go see for myself about this warranty and found this little interesting caveat. You gotta love this:
".....This guarantee is void only if the Pelican™ product has been abused beyond normal and sensible wear and tear. The guarantee does not cover shark bite, bear attack and children under five....."
Crap!!!...I shoulda read this before ordering. :p
Are you kidding about the children under 5 caveat?
Skidsteer
09-12-2007, 12:20
Are you kidding about the children under 5 caveat?
No, that's actually how their warranty reads.