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Post by armando on Nov 11, 2020 7:30:26 GMT -7
I got pretty bad night blindness in my aging eyes and at a recent reenactment event, where we camped with the militia for a couple of nights, the light provided by the small candle of our lamp was barley enough to see in the dark (I had to cheat and use a headlamp go to the portapotty).
Anyone recommend a super portable trekking lamp? I feel like I saw one particular simple design that had a reflective backing to shine the candle light forward.
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Post by brokennock on Nov 11, 2020 9:07:46 GMT -7
You bring up a subject I've been ponder6a lot lately. When I'm going to sit at a specific "stand" location for deer in the morning, I like to be there at least a half hour before legal light, which is a half hour before sunrise. I actually see pretty well in the dark, especially if I can give my eyes the full 20 minute adjustment period. There are other means by which I can navigate the trails to my stand in the dark,but they take time. I'm usually parking the truck with just enough time to get to my stand.
I will be interested to see what you get for response and answers.
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Post by Sicilianhunter on Nov 11, 2020 10:03:41 GMT -7
I got pretty bad night blindness in my aging eyes and at a recent reenactment event, where we camped with the militia for a couple of nights, the light provided by the small candle of our lamp was barley enough to see in the dark (I had to cheat and use a headlamp go to the portapotty). Anyone recommend a super portable trekking lamp? I feel like I saw one particular simple design that had a reflective backing to shine the candle light forward. Armando, In some cases, concessions must be made in regards to authenticity especially when it comes to safety. I am certainly no expert on period lighting but in your case I might make the exception of using either mirror polished tin or glass mirrors to back a candle lantern in the fashion of a ship’s lantern. I’d also use at least two candles
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Post by Black Hand on Nov 11, 2020 15:17:20 GMT -7
I make every effort to be as period as possible. I also understand the modern world requires some adaptation - as such, I carry a water filter, modern first aid supplies and a AAA Mag-light. I'd suggest a small flashlight in your pocket which gets used when needed...
OOOOOPS - did that just come out of my "mouth"?
I'd like to give you a different answer, however, like Brokennock, my night vision is quite good and I very rarely need a light at night.
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Post by hawkeyes on Nov 12, 2020 9:03:11 GMT -7
I can also say my night skills are rather decent, being my glasses are affixed to my noggin that is. Personally I don't have a specific lantern or light apart of my kit. Even on my last outing I carried but only one beeswax candle within my haversack, which didn't get used.
For such night functions if they call my method is preparing a debris free path to what I dub the designated nighttime facilities before resting. I know the path will be a clear shot without interruption. I also never stray far from the fires light during the night hours as well. However circumstances always are different, I forgo public events and strictly keep my activities to the forests away from society. In an event setting you have to do what is right for you.
They do make and I have one, a folding tin candle box reflector. Works great but never had a reason to carry it.
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Post by spence on Nov 12, 2020 18:31:35 GMT -7
I'm not suggesting this is the best or even a good light for trekking, but it's an interesting and historic one. Mentioned as early as 1735, if my memory serves, it is a simple traveling holder for 2 candles, small, lightweight and efficient. I've used it many times on a trek, propping the two halves up on my knees to read, and for other simple needs. Not good in the wind or rain, but fun to use when appropriate. They are the only lighting device I've ever used while trekking. It's called a Brighton Bun because it resembled a small cake made in Brighton, England. A link to some interesting info about them. www.homesandantiques.com/antiques/collecting-guides-antiques/design-icons/the-history-behind-the-brighton-bun-candlestick/Spence
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Post by hawkeyes on Nov 13, 2020 6:34:23 GMT -7
I'm not suggesting this is the best or even a good light for trekking, but it's an interesting and historic one. Mentioned as early as 1735, if my memory serves, it is a simple traveling holder for 2 candles, small, lightweight and efficient. I've used it many times on a trek, propping the two halves up on my knees to read, and for other simple needs. Not good in the wind or rain, but fun to use when appropriate. They are the only lighting device I've ever used while trekking. It's called a Brighton Bun because it resembled a small cake made in Brighton, England. A link to some interesting info about them. www.homesandantiques.com/antiques/collecting-guides-antiques/design-icons/the-history-behind-the-brighton-bun-candlestick/Spence Very neat piece. I could see this being reproduced with sheet brass with relative ease. Very nice and something more appropriate than lugging a lantern.
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Post by spence on Nov 13, 2020 10:44:49 GMT -7
I have a couple of brass and glass lanterns I built from kits, maybe Ted Cash, and we use them when appropriate, as in power outages, but they wouldn't be right on a trek. Of all the things I've learned about the differences in life then and now, nothing is more impressive than the availability of light. I can't think of many things, maybe any, which alter your daily activities like the lack of good light. There's a reason the old ones went to bed when it got dark and woke with the sun. Try using only HC/PC light sources and it will quickly become obvious. Spence
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Post by hawkeyes on Nov 13, 2020 10:57:25 GMT -7
The comfortable glow of light by candle and fire... Something so therapeutic and relaxing, just makes me want to curl up in my wool blanket and listen to that crackling fire, I'm on my way!
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Post by Black Hand on Nov 14, 2020 13:29:20 GMT -7
For years, I carried 3-4 candles halves. I never used one and stopped carrying them some time ago. A temporary light can be improvised from pine/fir pitch, pitchwood, birch bark or any number of other items. Around the fire, a handful of small pine/fir branches with needles attached will give light for a couple minutes.
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Post by brokennock on Nov 14, 2020 17:04:48 GMT -7
I really don't want to be carrying a torch through the woods on my way to my stand or blind, lol.
It is surprising how little deer are bothered by a headlamp if they don't catch your scent. Especially when I use the red filter. I've had them move in on a scent wick I'd put out while I was still climbing into my treestand while bowhunting.
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Post by brokennock on Nov 14, 2020 17:06:17 GMT -7
Spence, I have a wooden Bristol Bun, but the cups for the candles are an odd size so I've never gotten to use it.
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Post by Black Hand on Nov 14, 2020 18:08:00 GMT -7
I really don't want to be carrying a torch through the woods on my way to my stand or blind, lol. It is surprising how little deer are bothered by a headlamp if they don't catch your scent. Especially when I use the red filter. I've had them move in on a scent wick I'd put out while I was still climbing into my treestand while bowhunting. It took me years to buy a headlamp. After using mine a few times, I don't know why I waited so long - hands down (pun intended), a fantastic investment.
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Post by armando on Nov 15, 2020 6:08:24 GMT -7
They do make and I have one, a folding tin candle box reflector. Works great but never had a reason to carry it. I believe this is the one I"ve seen and am looking for. Do you have a picture?
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Post by Black Hand on Nov 15, 2020 6:36:13 GMT -7
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