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Post by Ronn Lucas on Apr 21, 2006 18:16:59 GMT -5
One of the reasons I like, use and recommend a 100W halogen is that you can move it far enough away so that the heat isn't a concern and it will illuminate a large area of your bench/table. Even a 50W is pretty good and is what I use at tying demos. Not saying a 20Watter is no good but I am sure I would have a hard time tying under one for any length of time. I have never seen a light I like that is marketed as a tying light including the OTT which isn't really a tying light, they just saw a market for a product they already had for a different one. Mine are drafting style lights so I can move them about as I like.
The halogen light is a crisp and bright light which does not flicker as the fluorescents do and it will not dim as it ages as other lights do. It will stay as bright the moment it burns out as it was when it was new.
Just offered for what it's worth.
Happy Trails! Ronn
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Post by Daver on Apr 22, 2006 1:55:16 GMT -5
I went for the full monty, a full medical daylight lamp c/w table clamp and also ped base (weights 13kilos ) I got it form a medical store online, it has an excellent magnifier and a brilliant daylight lamp, pity I do not really use it as I do not really need it yet as I just find I get sore eyes if I use the magnifier . But it is great for demos and allowing others to have a look at the flies I tie Rgds...Dave PS Cheaper than anywhere else by miles Lamp/Magnifier www.ic-online.co.uk/it170041.htmBase if you dare www.ic-online.co.uk/it170046.htm
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Post by tweed on Apr 22, 2006 16:47:24 GMT -5
Great info daver, thanks. Was looking for something in 50-60 quid range. Maybe try sourcing medical lights now. Ronn where did you get your lights?
Tweed
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Post by Ronn Lucas on Apr 22, 2006 21:22:12 GMT -5
Tweed, I got them from an US company named Electrix. I've had them for many years and in fact used to sell them. I don't know if they are even in business any longer. Cost then was about $165 each. I suggest checking firms that cater to the engendering/drafting sector.
I've seen cheap knockoffs in home improvement stores but they wouldn't last long.
I view my vise, lights and chair as the most important tools I have for tying.
Happy Trails! Ronn
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