Attaching one to a walking stick is clever—hadn’t thought of that. I could see it being handy for spotting roots or uneven spots on a twilight stroll around the garden. Not super bright, but it’d definitely help with those shadowy patches where toads like to hide. Anyone try using two at once, maybe on boots or a hat for extra visibility?
Amazon OLIGHT IMINI 2 EDC 50 Lumens Rechargeable Keychain Flashlight - Compact LED Keyring Light with Built-in Battery for Survival (Black) $13.98 @Amazon
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Attaching one to a walking stick is clever—makes evening walks safer, especially if you’re near traffic or uneven ground. Anyone find the magnet gets gunked up with dirt outside?
Attaching it to a dog’s collar is smart—it’s so lightweight, the pups don’t even notice. Anyone tried it clipped to a chicken coop door for late-night egg checks?
Convenient charging and a solid battery life, you say? Sold! One more thing, does it come with a warranty?
Convenient charging is a huge plus for me too, especially not having to fuss with buying spare batteries. As for the warranty, it does actually come with a 2-year warranty from OLIGHT, at least according to their listing and what I dug up on their site. That covers defects in materials and workmanship, which gives some peace of mind for a $14 gadget. I’m curious how their customer service is if anyone’s actually had to use it? Sometimes for smaller electronics they just send you a replacement, no questions asked, but you never know until you try.
The built-in battery makes me wonder about longevity, though. Has anyone here had one of these over a year?
Clipping one to a walking stick is clever, ChrysanthiDream. I’ve actually wrapped a tiny Velcro strap around the handle of my old trekking pole to hold small flashlights, and something this size would fit perfectly. It’s surprisingly handy if you’re out at dusk or need to spot tripping hazards—especially if your eyesight isn’t quite what it used to be! The magnetic base means you could also stick
Clipping one to a walking stick is clever—might try that for those late greenhouse checks! Anyone notice if the magnet sticks to aluminum poles or just steel?
Attaching one of these to a walking stick is a clever move, ChrysanthiDream. I’ve used something similar for poking around the garden after dark—does wonders for spotting weeds, slugs, and even the occasional toad under the hostas. The magnetic base actually grips decently well to any metal ferrule you might have, but a bit of tape or a twist tie keeps it from bouncing off on a rough path. The beam’s focused enough for illuminating your next few steps without blinding yourself (or the neighbor’s cat).
Took mine out the last time we lost power—left it magnetized to the side of a bookcase while digging for candles. Light fills a small space better than I’d expected, and the hands-free part really is useful if you’re juggling tasks or, in my case, rummaging through old boxes for supplies. Anyone else notice it doesn’t get hot after prolonged use? That’s
Took mine out the last time we lost power—left it magnetized to the side of a bookcase while digging for candles. Light fills a small space better than I’d expected, and the hands-free part really is useful if you’re juggling tasks or, in my case, rummaging through old boxes for supplies. Anyone else notice it doesn’t get hot after prolonged use? That’s
Attaching one to a walking stick is a clever twist—never crossed my mind! Bet it’d be handy for spotting roots or stray tools in the garden after sunset. I clipped mine to the inside of my greenhouse and it’s just enough light to see without waking everything up. Has anyone noticed if the magnet picks up a lot of dirt over time?
Attaching it to a walking stick is clever—hadn’t thought of that! I bet it’d come in handy for spotting uneven ground or wayward critters at twilight, especially in the garden. The magnet might not stick to wood, but a bit of duct tape or a metal band could do the trick. Has anyone noticed if the light bothers wildlife much, or do they just ignore it?
Attaching one to a walking stick is a clever idea—hands-free lighting makes evening strolls much safer. Has anyone noticed if the magnet interferes with compasses or metal-capped sticks?
Clipping one to a walking stick sounds clever—would make it easy to spot if you set it down in the grass at dusk. Anyone tried using it as a tent marker?
Convenient charging and a solid battery life, you say? Sold! One more thing, does it come with a warranty?
It does come with a warranty, BlueHarborTea—OLIGHT usually offers a 2-year warranty on their small lights like this. That gives me a little extra peace of mind, since gadgets small enough for a keychain tend to take a beating over time. Convenient charging was what caught my attention, too. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve gone digging for spare batteries in a blackout! For the price, the mix of reliability and replaceability is hard to beat.
You’re right, 50 lumens isn’t going to turn night into day, but it’s plenty for those little jobs close by. I use mine to check the chicken coop before bed and it lights the way just fine, even on foggy nights. My dog doesn’t seem to notice the weight at all, which is a relief. Has anyone tried hooking two together for more visibility, or is that just overkill?