I have been known to follow my own advice occasionally,
so yesterday I went looking for a new external hard drive. I have a couple of
320GB examples, but since my laptop is 1000GB a bigger model seemed a sensible
investment. It would also give me a chance to rearrange the files in both my
main computer and back-up drives so it would be easier to find things.
While
I was paying for my selection I noticed a rack of torches and this model caught
my eye.
It may not be apparent from the photo but this model has
a subtle “coke-bottle waist” styling that was very attractive. I also promised
to provide a secure grip. The base of the torch had a rubber press button
switch, allowing it to be easily turned on and off without fiddling with a
twist bevel, as is often the case with torches this size. I like easy one hand
operation. It was time for the acid test. I closed my hand on it and it
disappeared. Too short, even for the girlfriend’s hands! Just 20mm longer and
it would have been a very nice item.
I notice they have another budget aluminium torch. It
looks a shade longer and costs less. I
may have to investigate that.
