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 Recommend a good headlamp
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09/18/21 08:52 PM
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hollidayHunter
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I'm headed to Wyoming in about 3 weeks to hunt mule deer. There are so many different kinds of headlamps out there it gets kind of confusing. I would like one that's rechargeable and of course has a good strong beam. Whats been yall's experience with headlamps and what do you recommend? Thanks
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Re: Recommend a good headlamp
[Re: hollidayHunter]
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09/18/21 09:31 PM
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onlysmith&wesson
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Just upgraded myself. Fenix, about $100.00. USB charge, well built, solid lamp.
An unethical shot is one you take, that you know you shouldn't.
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Re: Recommend a good headlamp
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09/22/21 03:50 PM
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Used to buy the cheap Rayovacs at Walmart. They were usually broken by the end of the season. I see Rayovac now makes one called the indestructible. Must’ve been because of so many complaints. I too bought a Black Diamond and have never looked back. Had it for about 5 years now. If you’ve ever field dressed a deer in the dark or holding a bloody flashlight in your mouth, you’ll appreciate a quality headlamp.
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Re: Recommend a good headlamp
[Re: hollidayHunter]
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09/22/21 09:56 PM
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I'm on my 3rd PETZL, been happy with all of them. One is my primary, one is the backup/yardwork light, the other fell out of my pocket and I found it with a truck tire. This particular model: https://www.rei.com/product/162477/petzl-tactikka-headlamp?CAWELAID=120217890007141220These are NOT rechargeable, though, so they may not meet your criteria, OP.
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Re: Recommend a good headlamp
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09/23/21 05:15 PM
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Re: Recommend a good headlamp
[Re: hollidayHunter]
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09/23/21 05:38 PM
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I'm headed to Wyoming in about 3 weeks to hunt mule deer. There are so many different kinds of headlamps out there it gets kind of confusing. I would like one that's rechargeable and of course has a good strong beam. Whats been yall's experience with headlamps and what do you recommend? Thanks I have zebra, pretzel, black diamond, coast, and fenix My favorite is zebra but it's 18650 battery so it's an expensive start up. My pretzel is the lightest and I use it as a back up in my pack. Best for the money has been Coast. Hope this helps. To me Lithium battery(AA or AAA) are easier then rechargeable.
Bottom line, never trust a man whose uncle was eaten by cannibals.-Sen Joni Ernst
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Re: Recommend a good headlamp
[Re: hollidayHunter]
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09/23/21 06:04 PM
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der Teufel
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Normally I don't associate Harbor Freight and quality. In this case however, I've been pretty pleased with a relatively cheap headlamp I got a few years ago. Here's their selection page: https://harborfreight.com/search?q=headlamp The one I've been using is the cheap one for ten bucks. It's not rechargeable. It uses three AAA batteries. In the field it may be easier to just carry extra batteries rather than try to recharge it when it gets too dim. Of course, if you're consistent about recharging that's perhaps not a real problem. I actually have two. I got one for my hunting buddy to use. They've both worked fine since I got them 3-4 years ago and given no trouble. I'm thinking about upgrading to the 500 lumen model though, just to get more brightness. It is rechargeable. As I mentioned I usually hesitate to describe items from Harbor Freight as quality but the headlamps I have are working well for me.
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Re: Recommend a good headlamp
[Re: hollidayHunter]
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09/23/21 06:08 PM
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Black Diamond fan here as well. I have one rechargeable and one that takes AAAs.
Both have been great lights. Bright and durable.
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Re: Recommend a good headlamp
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09/25/21 05:12 PM
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Greg Z
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Performance Tool LED Hat Brim Light
very bright, high and low settings runs up to 4hrs on low setting. clips on to the brim of your hat and you can adjust the aim point.
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Re: Recommend a good headlamp
[Re: Smokey Bear]
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09/25/21 10:50 PM
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Definitely another vote for Ledlenser. I've had the H8R for 5 years without a single complaint.
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Re: Recommend a good headlamp
[Re: hollidayHunter]
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09/27/21 04:05 PM
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hollidayHunter
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Thanks for all the replies guys. I'll check all of them out and go from there.
That's my $.02. Here's you're change!!
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Re: Recommend a good headlamp
[Re: hollidayHunter]
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09/27/21 06:29 PM
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I carry two headlamps. The one I use nightly is the Petzl Actik Core https://www.rei.com/product/163701/petzl-actik-core-headlamp?color=RED It’s a rechargeable that puts out plenty of light for both field care and getting to and from destinations. At 2.8 ounces you don’t even know it’s on. The other I carry in my hip pouch as a back up is the black Diamond Storm (it’s an older model so maybe a 350 not sure). Both have been excellent. I also have a Surefire Maximus that is way more lamp that one would ever need. If I were to upgrade it would be a Zebra 1st and the a Felix 2nd. One thing to be cognizant of if the weight of these. If you are just stand hunting walking to and from the truck a short distance then it’s a mute point. But if you are actually hunting/hiking some distance (several miles) back to camp I.e. Western hunt (elk, mule deer, sheep etc) the amount of weight begins to take a toll on your neck muscles. That’s why I run lighter weight lamps. Typically the more likens it puts out the greater battery it requires and the more it weights.
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Re: Recommend a good headlamp
[Re: Theringworm]
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09/27/21 09:15 PM
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I carry two headlamps. The one I use nightly is the Petzl Actik Core https://www.rei.com/product/163701/petzl-actik-core-headlamp?color=RED It’s a rechargeable that puts out plenty of light for both field care and getting to and from destinations. At 2.8 ounces you don’t even know it’s on. The other I carry in my hip pouch as a back up is the black Diamond Storm (it’s an older model so maybe a 350 not sure). Both have been excellent. I also have a Surefire Maximus that is way more lamp that one would ever need. If I were to upgrade it would be a Zebra 1st and the a Felix 2nd. One thing to be cognizant of if the weight of these. If you are just stand hunting walking to and from the truck a short distance then it’s a mute point. But if you are actually hunting/hiking some distance (several miles) back to camp I.e. Western hunt (elk, mule deer, sheep etc) the amount of weight begins to take a toll on your neck muscles. That’s why I run lighter weight lamps. Typically the more likens it puts out the greater battery it requires and the more it weights. For days 10 days use(evening and nights) I can take an extra 18640 and probably not need it with the zebra. With that said when you do want to light up the sky, that little zebra is crazy bright
Bottom line, never trust a man whose uncle was eaten by cannibals.-Sen Joni Ernst
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Re: Recommend a good headlamp
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#8399743
09/27/21 09:28 PM
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Theringworm
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Yea…..I have come close many times at buying a Zebra. Maybe once these two peter out I’ll upgrade.
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Re: Recommend a good headlamp
[Re: hollidayHunter]
#8401132
09/29/21 09:56 AM
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TEXASLEFTY
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I’ve used a Petzl for more than a decade.
Never been to a camping world. I prefer Dick's to be honest.
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Re: Recommend a good headlamp
[Re: hollidayHunter]
#8432616
10/28/21 08:26 PM
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Two things have always bothered me with head lamps: the elastic band and the weight. I like this one from amazon. It clips on your hat, does not block your vision at all, and is so light it you can wear it all day and never know its there. amazon cyclops microThis is NOT a bright light. You won't be spotting game with it, or tracking a blood trail. But it is plenty to get you in and out of your stand, and you could dress a deer with it if you had to.
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Re: Recommend a good headlamp
[Re: Theringworm]
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11/08/21 03:24 AM
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BOBO the Clown
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I carry two headlamps. The one I use nightly is the Petzl Actik Core https://www.rei.com/product/163701/petzl-actik-core-headlamp?color=RED It’s a rechargeable that puts out plenty of light for both field care and getting to and from destinations. At 2.8 ounces you don’t even know it’s on. The other I carry in my hip pouch as a back up is the black Diamond Storm (it’s an older model so maybe a 350 not sure). Both have been excellent. I also have a Surefire Maximus that is way more lamp that one would ever need. If I were to upgrade it would be a Zebra 1st and the a Felix 2nd. One thing to be cognizant of if the weight of these. If you are just stand hunting walking to and from the truck a short distance then it’s a mute point. But if you are actually hunting/hiking some distance (several miles) back to camp I.e. Western hunt (elk, mule deer, sheep etc) the amount of weight begins to take a toll on your neck muscles. That’s why I run lighter weight lamps. Typically the more likens it puts out the greater battery it requires and the more it weights. I picked up a Fenix HM61R Rechargeable Headlamp. It will be replacing my zebra. It fixes my only complaint on the zebra and that’s charging 18650 batteries. Pretty slick
Bottom line, never trust a man whose uncle was eaten by cannibals.-Sen Joni Ernst
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Re: Recommend a good headlamp
[Re: hollidayHunter]
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11/17/21 12:17 PM
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onlysmith&wesson
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An unethical shot is one you take, that you know you shouldn't.
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Re: Recommend a good headlamp
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11/17/21 06:33 PM
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I can second this - great light and tough.
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Re: Recommend a good headlamp
[Re: onlysmith&wesson]
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11/20/21 10:36 AM
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onlysmith&wesson
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I used it for about 7-8 days recently, it's the HM65R. It's a great headlamp. Operates easy with good sized soft touch buttons that you can manipulate easily. It's a 30 minute UTV ride each way to my stand, and since going to a half windshield it's on for the whole ride, and walk to the stand. It has yet to get below 50% charge, and that's on the highest setting during usage. It's good enough that I'm not in as big of a hurry as I once was to put a light bar on my Ranger since it throws a bright, big beam where I need it when driving.
An unethical shot is one you take, that you know you shouldn't.
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Re: Recommend a good headlamp
[Re: hollidayHunter]
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11/20/21 03:26 PM
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FWIW, look at the Steam light line of head lamps. 423 battery (never seen a plug in the woods) two brightness's, One will blind you its so strong. I was walking next to my buddy looking for his deer in the dark. He had on his REI special (Petzel) . When I turned mine on his disappeared.
VERY good light, great adjustable , strap and will fit in a small backpack pocket.
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