I recently got my hands on the new HD05 and thought I’d drop a few pics and impressions here.
Basics/specs:
- main throw 3100 lumens
- 365nm UV
- red spot
- rotatable wing light with temp adjustment (3000K-6000K)
- magnetic threaded cap
- 5000 mAh battery, USB-C charging
- green/red led on power button indicates battery level
- clip and lanyard for carrying
- grey aluminum body with black highlights
First impressions:
- wow! looks rugged, tech and futuristic
- feels solid and comfortable in hand
- intuitive operation
More detailed thoughts:
Looks: very stylish with a mix of straight lines and angles; the grey and black looks great.
Weight: at 237g, it is ~60g heavier than the TS26S which uses an identical battery. In hand the difference isn’t too noticeable, more so in pocket.
Wing lamp: I like that they printed how to change the color temperature right underneath it so I don’t have to remember and it’s only visible when opened. At max power the lamp isn’t super bright (1/10th of the main throw), so personally I’d use it as an overhead lamp for reading or work done at an arm’s length.
Red light: works well to protect night vision, but I found I had to make sure not to look at the center spot because it is bright and focused; instead I used the peripheral light. Stepless setting.
UV light: The UV light is a bit niche, but happy to say the light is 365nm, not the cheaper 395nm. I have another light that’s 395nm that came with a smartphone glass protector kit and I can confirm the 365nm is much better: it doesn’t look like a purple spotlight and it makes things fluoresce more strongly. Some uses for it: cure resin, charge watch lume, check authenticity of bills, inspect hotel room cleanliness. I don’t live in a country with scorpions, but apparently it can be used for that too! Two intensities.
Main throw: Looks to be 6000K or 6500K. Powerful spot. Stepless.
Operation: Simple and easy! The wing light automatically turns on/off when unfolded/folded. The three other lights turn on/off with the press of the power button. The selector switch is perfect. Holding the power button changes intensity.
Some possible improvements (in my opinion):
- clip looks disproportionally large; could be smaller and still do its function
- the wing light locks in place, but makes some noise with a solid shake
- an option for stepped mode on the main throw
- a laser would be fun
- powerbank function like some other models
Final thoughts
Overall a great flashlight in a stylish form factor. This is my new nightstand, travel and camping light!
Available here: amazon.com/dp/B0GQ3Q61WQ, discount code ALGIG28R.
by owlolowl
