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Welcome to Lumencraft® (formerly Adventure Sport Flashlights and Matt Smith) since 2012, where you will find quality reviews on the best everyday carry, super thrower, and brightest flashlights. Plus made from scratch original products, such as high power LED conversion kits for Maglite.
If you are a flashlight manufacturer or dealer and would like to have your products appear on the channel you can contact us at the email below. Currently we are focusing on "topic" based videos such as "Best Everyday Carry Flashlight" Or "Brightest Flashlight under $50". We still make individual reviews for a single light if there is something special about it such as it breaks a previously held record for output or distance in its size class.
If you are a flashlight manufacturer or dealer and would like to have your products appear on the channel you can contact us at the email below. Currently we are focusing on "topic" based videos such as "Best Everyday Carry Flashlight" Or "Brightest Flashlight under $50". We still make individual reviews for a single light if there is something special about it such as it breaks a previously held record for output or distance in its size class.
The LIGHTEST Headlamps: Tested
Which Ultralight headlamp is best?
Nitecore NU25 UL: amzn.to/4cgN3L8
Petzl Bindi: amzn.to/4clJGTi
Black Diamond Deploy: amzn.to/45JeE56
Black Diamond Flare: www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en_US/product/flare-headlamp/
Black Diamond Astro 300: amzn.to/3zoduju
Black Diamond BD1500 (Battery Pack): amzn.to/45Nuj3l
Skilhunt H150: amzn.to/45MZI5X
Armytek Wizard C2 Pro: amzn.to/45LegTI
Link to more info + Runtime graphs: budgetlightforum.com/t/4-ultralight-headlamps-compared/224661/1
🔥 Comprehensive List of Flashlight Recommendations: bit.ly/LightsList
🌎 Lumencraft Shop: lumencraft.com/
☑️ Lumencraft products on Amazon: www.amazon.com/shop/mattsmith
Linked ABOVE is a detailed list of lights in multiple categories. Below is the "short list", of a few top contenders. If you are shopping at Neals Gadgets, the coupon codes on the right specifically for that light, are typically the highest value. For all other purchases at NG use code: Lumencraft15 for 15% off your shopping cart.
Brightest Overall
(Large) BLF GT4 www.nealsgadgets.com/products/lumintop-blf-gt4-flashlight?_pos=1&_sid=e03bbaa16&_ss=r&ref=z1ak6zwmym# Coupon: ASGT4
(Large) BLF GT4 with Batteries/Charger
www.nealsgadgets.com/products/lumintop-blf-gt4-kit-flashlight?_pos=2&_sid=b8c7a26e0&_ss=r&ref=z1ak6zwmym# Coupon: ASGT5
(Large) BLF GT94 www.nealsgadgets.com/products/lumintop-blf-gt94-flashlight?_pos=1&_sid=a3c4a2b8f&_ss=r&ref=z1ak6zwmym Coupon: ASGT94
Everyday Carry
(Brightest) Lumintop FW3A www.nealsgadgets.com/products/blf-fw3a-grey-edc-flashlight?_pos=10&_sid=be6d3ee37&_ss=r&ref=z1ak6zwmym&variant=32000826474570# Coupon: ASFW3A
(Budget) Wowtac A1 amzn.to/2zuERKh
(Budget) Nicron N7 amzn.to/2OaTs1K
(Budget) Sofirn SC31 Pro amzn.to/3aYRwFn
Brightest Medium Size
Fireflies E07 www.nealsgadgets.com/collections/firefiles/products/fireflies-e07-flashlight?ref=z1ak6zwmym&variant=19364465344582 Coupon: Lumencraft15 .
FW21 Pro www.nealsgadgets.com/collections/lumintop/products/lumintop-fw21-pro-flashlight?ref=z1ak6zwmym# Coupon: ASFW3A
Best Throwers (Non Laser)
(Keychain) Lumintop GT Nano www.nealsgadgets.com/products/lumintop-gt-nano-flashlight?_pos=1&_sid=743a67b4d&_ss=r&ref=z1ak6zwmym Coupon: ND25F
(Small) Lumintop GT Micro www.nealsgadgets.com/products/lumintop-gt-micro-led-flashlight?ref=z1ak6zwmym&variant=20264497152070 Coupon: GTMICRO
(Small) Lumintop GT Mini www.nealsgadgets.com/products/lumintop-gt-mini?ref=z1ak6zwmym Coupon: ASFW3A
(Medium) NI40 SBT90.2 www.nealsgadgets.com/products/nightwatch-ni40-stalker-3800lm-led-flashlight?_pos=4&_sid=307934435&_ss=r&ref=z1ak6zwmym&variant=30916032888906 Coupon: ASF
(Medium) Convoy L6 lumencraft.com/convoy-flashlights/92-convoy-l6-3800-lumen-cree-xhp70-1a-and-3c.html
(Large) BLF GT www.nealsgadgets.com/products/blf-gt-xhp35-hi-2000-lumens-2000mthrower-flashlight?_pos=1&_sid=e924fcb4e&_ss=r&ref=z1ak6zwmym&variant=12947411501126# Coupon: ASFW3A
(Large) BLF GT 70
www.nealsgadgets.com/collections/blf/products/lumintop-blf-gt70-xhp70-2-7500lm-1400m-thrower-flashlight?ref=z1ak6zwmym# Coupon: ASFW3A
(Large) BLF GT 90 www.nealsgadgets.com/products/lumintop-gt90-flashlight?_pos=1&_sid=84489f7ef&_ss=r&ref=z1ak6zwmym# Coupon: ASGT90
(Budget) Convoy C8+ lumencraft.com/convoy-flashlights/123-convoy-c8-xpl-hi-800-lumen.html
Best Throwers White LASER Flashlights (LEP)
(Small) Lumintop Thor I www.nealsgadgets.com/collections/lep-flashlight/products/lumintop-thori-flashlight?ref=z1ak6zwmym#
(Small) Weltool W3 Pro www.nealsgadgets.com/collections/lep-flashlight/products/weltool-w3-pro-lep-flashlight?ref=z1ak6zwmym
(Medium) Weltool W4 www.nealsgadgets.com/collections/lep-flashlight/products/weltool-w4-lep-flashlight?ref=z1ak6zwmym
(Medium) Mateminco FW1 www.nealsgadgets.com/collections/lep-flashlight/products/mateminco-fw1-flashlight?ref=z1ak6zwmym
Pop Can Lights
Acebeam X80 GT amzn.to/36LDsew
Mateminco MT18S www.nealsgadgets.com/products/mateminco-mt18s-led-flashlight?_pos=1&_sid=d5428514c&_ss=r&ref=z1ak6zwmym#
Astrolux MF01 ban.ggood.vip/I9Yg Coupon: BGAM1X2
Fireflies R0T66
www.nealsgadgets.com/collections/firefiles/products/fireflies-rot66-nichia-xpl-10000-lumens-led-flashlight?ref=z1ak6zwmym&variant=30292410564678
TIMESTAMPS:
Intro: 00:00
Overview of Each Light: 00:50
What is an "Ultralight" Headlamp?: 01:18
Comfort: 02:32
Features Overview: 03:21
User Interface: 04:51
Charging: 07:43
Retroreflection: 09:10
Beam Quality: 09:42
Performance - OUTPUT: 12:11
Performance - RUNTIME GRAPHS: 12:54
Opinions and Recommendations: 13:45
THE BEST UL HEADLAMP: 14:39
Comparison to other headlamp types: 15:26
Is Ultralight Worth it?: 17:16
The End: 18:05
Nitecore NU25 UL: amzn.to/4cgN3L8
Petzl Bindi: amzn.to/4clJGTi
Black Diamond Deploy: amzn.to/45JeE56
Black Diamond Flare: www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en_US/product/flare-headlamp/
Black Diamond Astro 300: amzn.to/3zoduju
Black Diamond BD1500 (Battery Pack): amzn.to/45Nuj3l
Skilhunt H150: amzn.to/45MZI5X
Armytek Wizard C2 Pro: amzn.to/45LegTI
Link to more info + Runtime graphs: budgetlightforum.com/t/4-ultralight-headlamps-compared/224661/1
🔥 Comprehensive List of Flashlight Recommendations: bit.ly/LightsList
🌎 Lumencraft Shop: lumencraft.com/
☑️ Lumencraft products on Amazon: www.amazon.com/shop/mattsmith
Linked ABOVE is a detailed list of lights in multiple categories. Below is the "short list", of a few top contenders. If you are shopping at Neals Gadgets, the coupon codes on the right specifically for that light, are typically the highest value. For all other purchases at NG use code: Lumencraft15 for 15% off your shopping cart.
Brightest Overall
(Large) BLF GT4 www.nealsgadgets.com/products/lumintop-blf-gt4-flashlight?_pos=1&_sid=e03bbaa16&_ss=r&ref=z1ak6zwmym# Coupon: ASGT4
(Large) BLF GT4 with Batteries/Charger
www.nealsgadgets.com/products/lumintop-blf-gt4-kit-flashlight?_pos=2&_sid=b8c7a26e0&_ss=r&ref=z1ak6zwmym# Coupon: ASGT5
(Large) BLF GT94 www.nealsgadgets.com/products/lumintop-blf-gt94-flashlight?_pos=1&_sid=a3c4a2b8f&_ss=r&ref=z1ak6zwmym Coupon: ASGT94
Everyday Carry
(Brightest) Lumintop FW3A www.nealsgadgets.com/products/blf-fw3a-grey-edc-flashlight?_pos=10&_sid=be6d3ee37&_ss=r&ref=z1ak6zwmym&variant=32000826474570# Coupon: ASFW3A
(Budget) Wowtac A1 amzn.to/2zuERKh
(Budget) Nicron N7 amzn.to/2OaTs1K
(Budget) Sofirn SC31 Pro amzn.to/3aYRwFn
Brightest Medium Size
Fireflies E07 www.nealsgadgets.com/collections/firefiles/products/fireflies-e07-flashlight?ref=z1ak6zwmym&variant=19364465344582 Coupon: Lumencraft15 .
FW21 Pro www.nealsgadgets.com/collections/lumintop/products/lumintop-fw21-pro-flashlight?ref=z1ak6zwmym# Coupon: ASFW3A
Best Throwers (Non Laser)
(Keychain) Lumintop GT Nano www.nealsgadgets.com/products/lumintop-gt-nano-flashlight?_pos=1&_sid=743a67b4d&_ss=r&ref=z1ak6zwmym Coupon: ND25F
(Small) Lumintop GT Micro www.nealsgadgets.com/products/lumintop-gt-micro-led-flashlight?ref=z1ak6zwmym&variant=20264497152070 Coupon: GTMICRO
(Small) Lumintop GT Mini www.nealsgadgets.com/products/lumintop-gt-mini?ref=z1ak6zwmym Coupon: ASFW3A
(Medium) NI40 SBT90.2 www.nealsgadgets.com/products/nightwatch-ni40-stalker-3800lm-led-flashlight?_pos=4&_sid=307934435&_ss=r&ref=z1ak6zwmym&variant=30916032888906 Coupon: ASF
(Medium) Convoy L6 lumencraft.com/convoy-flashlights/92-convoy-l6-3800-lumen-cree-xhp70-1a-and-3c.html
(Large) BLF GT www.nealsgadgets.com/products/blf-gt-xhp35-hi-2000-lumens-2000mthrower-flashlight?_pos=1&_sid=e924fcb4e&_ss=r&ref=z1ak6zwmym&variant=12947411501126# Coupon: ASFW3A
(Large) BLF GT 70
www.nealsgadgets.com/collections/blf/products/lumintop-blf-gt70-xhp70-2-7500lm-1400m-thrower-flashlight?ref=z1ak6zwmym# Coupon: ASFW3A
(Large) BLF GT 90 www.nealsgadgets.com/products/lumintop-gt90-flashlight?_pos=1&_sid=84489f7ef&_ss=r&ref=z1ak6zwmym# Coupon: ASGT90
(Budget) Convoy C8+ lumencraft.com/convoy-flashlights/123-convoy-c8-xpl-hi-800-lumen.html
Best Throwers White LASER Flashlights (LEP)
(Small) Lumintop Thor I www.nealsgadgets.com/collections/lep-flashlight/products/lumintop-thori-flashlight?ref=z1ak6zwmym#
(Small) Weltool W3 Pro www.nealsgadgets.com/collections/lep-flashlight/products/weltool-w3-pro-lep-flashlight?ref=z1ak6zwmym
(Medium) Weltool W4 www.nealsgadgets.com/collections/lep-flashlight/products/weltool-w4-lep-flashlight?ref=z1ak6zwmym
(Medium) Mateminco FW1 www.nealsgadgets.com/collections/lep-flashlight/products/mateminco-fw1-flashlight?ref=z1ak6zwmym
Pop Can Lights
Acebeam X80 GT amzn.to/36LDsew
Mateminco MT18S www.nealsgadgets.com/products/mateminco-mt18s-led-flashlight?_pos=1&_sid=d5428514c&_ss=r&ref=z1ak6zwmym#
Astrolux MF01 ban.ggood.vip/I9Yg Coupon: BGAM1X2
Fireflies R0T66
www.nealsgadgets.com/collections/firefiles/products/fireflies-rot66-nichia-xpl-10000-lumens-led-flashlight?ref=z1ak6zwmym&variant=30292410564678
TIMESTAMPS:
Intro: 00:00
Overview of Each Light: 00:50
What is an "Ultralight" Headlamp?: 01:18
Comfort: 02:32
Features Overview: 03:21
User Interface: 04:51
Charging: 07:43
Retroreflection: 09:10
Beam Quality: 09:42
Performance - OUTPUT: 12:11
Performance - RUNTIME GRAPHS: 12:54
Opinions and Recommendations: 13:45
THE BEST UL HEADLAMP: 14:39
Comparison to other headlamp types: 15:26
Is Ultralight Worth it?: 17:16
The End: 18:05
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Відео
Best First Flashlight (for $27)
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Affordable, well-designed, and with a great beam, the Wurkkos FC11C is the best way to get into the world of flashlights. Amazon: amzn.to/3KRpoVF Wurkkos.com: wurkkos.com/products/wurkkos-fc11c-nichia-519a-buck-circuit-flashlight?VariantsId=11270 🔥 Comprehensive List of Flashlight Recommendations: bit.ly/LightsList 🌎 Lumencraft Shop: lumencraft.com/ ☑️ Lumencraft products on Amazon: www.amazon....
Budget Emergency Lights (That Use Any Batteries)
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High quality, affordable flashlights that happen to be perfect for backup or emergency use... or just as a nice budget EDC option :) Convoy T3: www.aliexpress.us/item/3256803016324471.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.4.53921802RlCeCk&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa Convoy T4: www.aliexpress.us/item/3256803741735304.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.5.53921802RlCeCk&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa Co...
Flashlight Measurement Upgrades!
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The TKLamp Flashlight Tester has some very useful new features for better measurements. TKLamp (non-affiliate link): www.tklamp.co/product/tklamp-flashlight-tester-tk2303d (It turns out the price for this upgraded version is $60 higher) 🔥 Comprehensive List of Flashlight Recommendations: bit.ly/LightsList 🌎 Lumencraft Shop: lumencraft.com/ ☑️ Lumencraft products on Amazon: www.amazon.com/shop/m...
Most RIDICULOUS Amazon Flashlights: Tested
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These are the strangest flashlights I found on Amazon - are they actually any good? TripleLight: amzn.to/3UScUSh Glove Lights: amzn.to/3wFHu9J Arm Light: amzn.to/3UQfYOG Shoe Lights: amzn.to/3UTRwfu Coon Hunting Headlamp: amzn.to/4bPjyiY 🔥 Comprehensive List of Flashlight Recommendations: bit.ly/LightsList 🌎 Lumencraft Shop: lumencraft.com/ ☑️ Lumencraft products on Amazon: www.amazon.com/shop/...
Measure Like a Pro! (TKLamp Flashlight Tester)
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Measure Like a Pro! (TKLamp Flashlight Tester)
How Good is the World's BRIGHTEST Flashlight? (Imalent MS32)
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How Good is the World's BRIGHTEST Flashlight? (Imalent MS32)
7 Bike Lights: Tested! (Which is Best?)
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7 Bike Lights: Tested! (Which is Best?)
Crazy Kickstarter Flashlight! (Wuben X3)
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Crazy Kickstarter Flashlight! (Wuben X3)
2023 Worlds Brightest Flashlight (vs Everything Else!)
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2023 Worlds Brightest Flashlight (vs Everything Else!)
Shining Flashlights MILES Away! (Good For Signaling?)
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Shining Flashlights MILES Away! (Good For Signaling?)
The COOLEST Portable Powerhouse (Wuben X1)
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The COOLEST Portable Powerhouse (Wuben X1)
The BEST Tactical Lights? (Acebeam P17/P18)
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The BEST Tactical Lights? (Acebeam P17/P18)
Laser Vs LED Flashlights - Which is Better?
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Laser Vs LED Flashlights - Which is Better?
The SAFEST Super-Flashlight? (Saint-Torch 31)
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The SAFEST Super-Flashlight? (Saint-Torch 31)
The Highly Versatile NlightD L1 (Laser Flashlight)
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The Highly Versatile NlightD L1 (Laser Flashlight)
Awesome Laser Flashlight Combo! (Nitecore P35i)
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Awesome Laser Flashlight Combo! (Nitecore P35i)
Lightsaber Flashlight! (Mateminco FT03)
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Lightsaber Flashlight! (Mateminco FT03)
Wurkk
hey thanks, this is an excellent info dump on the difference of the lights. i really appreciate the succinct explanations subscribed!.
Been using a Nitecore NU20 since 2019, it is all the headlamp I need while hiking multi day hiking trips. I really prefer the built in battery models because I am already carrying a battery to charge my phone and Garmin Fenix.
was the bottom of the pan solid black? I bet it would have cooked better if the bottom of the pan was solid black So that it absorbs all the energy.
I think it's risk to fry the LEDs, despite the air cooling.
The battery also gots incredibly hot, the fans aren't able to cool them well enough.
Really 18650s may still have a place in smaller devices. All it is is just lower capacity
I am using a 26650 and I have no complaints. They are really big by comparison to other commonly used cells since these are more like the size of a C or D cell and considering the ubiquitous 18650 we all have heard of by now the 26650 is even somewhat big compared to those.
We miss the old guy
You can use momentary moonlight in lockout mode ;)
Better put the batteries on fire next time.
"The power of the sun in the palm of my hand."
I know it's not super light but you should check out the Ledlenser HF8R Signature. Ledlenser??? I know I know blah blah blah, I'm a Flashalolic too from BLF/CPF but you should seriously check it out.
Nice light but the battery options suck
Thsnk you for this video
A couple points: - The BD Flare is only rated for 40 lumens; because it's output is unregulated, the high mode is dependant on the batteries used, which in my case where Energizer-branded 2032 cells. - The secondary LED on the Bindi also serves as a battery indicator, and while MicoUSB is a problem, the port they use is much more solid than usual so there's that - I said there were four brands in the beginning, but there are four lights from three brands. Oops.
Where is matt smith😢
Great comparison. I like the Petzl Bindi. It's perfect for running at night. And so light I put it in the backpack every time I go outdoors just in case. The exposed charging port was never a problem for me while using it in the rain a lot. But I also wish the made a new version with USB C, even though a small Micro USB adapter works fine and doesn't add any weight even to the most ultralight kit. You paying $50 for it is a lot. Here in Germany you can get them for 30€ which is about $30.
$30 is definitely a much more compelling price for that light. If they used a waterproof style USB C port is would probably be my favorite of the bunch.
So "backpacking" which implies you need a lot of broad beam light for outdoor use, and potentially using it for long periods of time so you need a substantial battery. I really don't see the point of sacrifices in this case to merely shave a few ounces off your pack weight. If it bothers you that much to save a couple/4/whatever ounces, skip lunch tomorrow and you'll weigh less. ;) Personally, I wouldn't just take along a lamp that uses an 18650, but would also pack a spare battery, or even a solar panel charger if I were to be out camping for several days. Then again, could just pack more batteries instead of the solar charger and not have to fiddle with that. Yeah, better plan. I do realize, some lights had an external battery pack, but then we're back to how much total weight are you really saving and also having to buy yet another light that you don't really need. My main use for one of those would be if it is very shallow, doesn't stick out past my head much so is ideal for poking my head into cramped areas, where due to being so close to everything, don't need much light at all.
I found it provided plenty of light for three nights of use, but I did also carry a backup battery just in case. I always carry a 21700 light with me though for longer-range use, I don't want something like that mounted on my head, it just gets uncomfortable.
Ledlenser, Black Diamond and Petzl... the most overrated and unreasonably expensive headlamp brands in the world, perfect for imbeciles with expendable money 😄
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lot light output but still about 400-500 W is not that much heat to cook properly.
If you wear a Hat, try the Rovyvon Aurora A8 USB-C . Clip it to the Brim. A5 or A7, cheaper with less features
I've tested dozens of flashlights, and for headlamp, I keep going back to the original NU25. It's one of the slimmest around, so its center of mass is really close to your head, and creates almost no momentum when you move/jump/run.
In my opinion, the armytek wizard c1 pro perfectly solves the problem of a light headlamp)))
Great roundup. I found the Nitecore to be great around camp but too lacking in output for hiking/walking. My go-to for that is still the Zebralight H600 series; half the weight of the Armytek (cell excluded) and the best compromise of weight/output/efficiency/runtimes I've found so far. Stock headband sucks but the Armytek Wizard holder fits and can be fitted on any headband pretty much. Paired with one of the newer 4000mAh cells like the Vapcell N40 the runtimes and sustained output levels with the PID regulation are amazing.
Great presentation as usual 👍 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
i can hear just fine lol also NITECORE PRODUCTS SUCK FOR THE MONEY
Imagine some intruder getting pointed at with this badass torch; panic and flash blindness are guaranteed. 😵
No sound ? @lumencraft
Bellissimo video. Grazie.
“Why you should never carry a ferrocium rod”…………….in you carry-on luggage. It is frowned upon by TSA.
Sound advice, I had an uncle who carried a ferro rod everywhere he went. He got hit by a bus.
Hey boss, I’m in law enforcement and still use my streamlight sl20x halogen. Terralux use to make a drop in 600 lumen led conversion but no longer make it. There is little to no info on the interwebs on how to make a powerful and efficient conversion with the sl20x chassis. I love this light and it’s been with me for years. Can’t you make do a build on this? I’m sure there are others out there like me.
Have you found a good light meter designed for LED? The Dr.meter LX1330B has a disclaimer about only being calibrated for natural light sources like incandescent & halogen that emit evenly across their spectrum. As I understand LED compatible meters have an separate algorithm to account for the narrow peak the generate in blue spectrum
It's an unprotected cell from Wurkkos, definitely isn't protected.
Arrange them in a way so it acts like a convection oven
One lasts for months, the other a couple hours lol
Open the lens, pour some pre-mixed from sup*rmoist or whatever to those lil' cups, aaand double click for mini helter skelter cakes c'mon man..
color the bottom of the pan black and I think you will get a much better result.
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You're supposed to cook directly on the lens then it will definitely work
it's no going to work
no it S not
Awesome to have in the woods
2008 lookin' slenderman flashlight, gawwd dammmnn
Homie turned into Wisp for a second there.
Any updated long throw models like this coming? something that would compete with Imalent SR32 in distance?
Nice regulation!
Aferrous rod is a ridiculous gimmick Carrie proper lighting and implements with you it's that simple