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Hybrid tellies · 3rd Sep 2019, 1:09 pm

I did this write up a few years ago.

https://www.vintage-radio.net/forum/...ad.php?t=88783

I find that using a 2.2v MES bulb provides a good bright white beam but the bulb soon burn out. So as a compromise I use a 2.5v MES bulb. Its not quite as bright or as white but the bulbs last much longer and the two C cell batteries last for ages. I still like to use it and often run it for a few hours in my workshop during the evenings whilst I am watching my old colour tv or just listening to one of my vintage radios. Its much kinder on the eye than the harsh 100w room light.

3rd Sep 2019, 1:09 pm	#202
Hybrid tellies Nonode Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: 1966-1976 Coverack in Cornwall and Helston Cornwall. 1976-present Bristol/Bath area. Posts: 2,967	Re: Old torches - anyone here collect them? I did this write up a few years ago. https://www.vintage-radio.net/forum/...ad.php?t=88783 I find that using a 2.2v MES bulb provides a good bright white beam but the bulb soon burn out. So as a compromise I use a 2.5v MES bulb. Its not quite as bright or as white but the bulbs last much longer and the two C cell batteries last for ages. I still like to use it and often run it for a few hours in my workshop during the evenings whilst I am watching my old colour tv or just listening to one of my vintage radios. Its much kinder on the eye than the harsh 100w room light. __________________ Simon BVWS member