name of torch

[tomatoada]

Can anyone tell me the name of those very bright torches that American police use?  I thought I heard them called Magna Lights.   I googled but did not find them.  I think I need one.  Any info. welcome.   Are they very expensive?   Thanks.

[tomatoada]

[Deb P]

I think you mean Maglites........OH loves them! You can easily get them in the UK.

http://www.maglite.com/productline.asp

[timnsal]

Maglites are expensive. We've got some and some much cheaper 'no-brand' LED torches, which are just as bright. B&Q or screwfix, possibly hiking/outdoor shops should have them.

With the maglite, you can change the size of the circle of light it produces - small, bright area or wider, not-so-bright, which can be useful. There is a dark area in the centre which I found strange at first.

Sally

[SamLouise]

I've got a Maglite.  I use it to find my way to the bus stop after work once the clocks have changed, lol.  I use it on full beam on the road until a car comes along then I dull it down so as not to distract the drivers (along with my flashing reflector armbands ;D)

[grannyjanny]

That description deserves a photo Sam Louise ;) ;D.