Floating spotlight

[bumblefish]

In a recent PBO there was a story about a MOB that was rescued when the crew threw a floating spotlight towards where they could hear but not see the MOB. The MOB got the lantern and was then rescued. Any recommendations on rechargeable, floating spotlights?

 

[misterg]

If this is an "emergency only" item, don't go rechargeable - They always need recharging!

Fit (e.g.) Duracell dry batteries - They hold their charge for years and produce more energy than (most) rechargeables. Even come stamped with a "best before" date so you know when to change them!

Andy

 

[VicS]

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don't go rechargeable - They always need recharging

[/ QUOTE ] Very true

Far better I would have thought to have a flashing strobe light on a lifebuoy or even better a danbuoy with light plus lifebuoy

 

[sarabande]

Try Nitech lanterns. Used by Military, P'lice, and varmers. Expensive but 12v and 240 charge. Fantastic.

and made in Britain...



here be light

 

[canibul]

you could always throw him a candle and some matches...

 

[bobgosling]

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you could always throw him a candle and some matches...

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Too high tech. Flint and steel should suffice ...

 

[Talbot]

A very good spotlight for this is the Peli king - I use it as my main diving light. It takes 8 "D" cells and floats beam upwards. Great torch for use as a general aid for nighttime use.