• Amazon Sales Rank: #15140 in Home Improvement
• Brand: Porter-Cable
• Model: PIN100
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 3.25″ h x 10.50″ w x 14.00″ l,

• Uses 23 ga. micro pin nails from 1/2-inch to 1-inch long similar to Senco models
• Tool mechanically adjusts for dissimilar fastener lengths for esier loading and less difficultnesses with pins out of spec
• Convenient bottom-load magazine holds 170 micro pin nails
• Dual trigger feature
• Low nail reload indicator; Rubber ease grip on tool handle

309 of 314 people found the following review helpful.
For those who want to take fine to the next level
By Bob Feeser
At first I was hesitant to buy the PC PIN100. The reviews were the core of my concern. Does it leave a dent in the work? Will it quickly malfunction? Is the pin visible? Is it a quality tool, or a piece of junk?
I took it out of the carrying case, and the clear plastic wrap, and immediately put 5 drops of the oil that comes in the kit, in the air nozzle. I wanted to ward off any jamming problems.
Upon loading the nails, I noticed that there were multiple arrows printed on the side of the nail strip. That way you would load them in the right direction. If you ignored the arrows, and loaded them upside down, which is possible considering the small size of the pins, the sharp, fine, thin tip would be up, to do battle with the hammer coming down. Certainly, it would veer off to one side, thereby freezing the hammer and pin. In addition that kind of action could score the shaft, and that would lead to other possible misfires. People reporting problems with jams could have done just that.

The top of the pin has a blunt-flat end on it, and the business end is sharp. Since they are so tiny, if you don’t notice the arrows on the side, it is easy to load them upside down.
These pins are not serrated, or ring shanked, but rather smooth on the sides. That way they don’t receive resistance on the way down. Important considering their fine size.
I was able to take the 3/4″ pins, that come with the kit, and drive several into a 3/4″ piece of oak, without any problems whatsoever. I first tested it out on a piece of scrap pine. Since I loaded the nailer with oil, it came out of the nose quite readily, which made a slight black mark where the pin went into the wood. Since the pine is very light, it showed. It was worth it, I wanted to break it in properly. After about 20 pins the oil cleared, I then went onto the oak, and it left a pin without any blemish. All in all with all of my testing, the pin nailer never misfired, or even hinted, at a misfire even once. I put it to the test with firing nails, as fast as I could squeeze the trigger, and never a problem or a glitch. You can fire a lot of nails very quickly with this tool.

It doesn’t have the safety nose that requires plunging like the rest of the Porter Cable finish nailer line. That way you can get into finely cramped quarters, and get the pin in at your desired angle. What PC did, was put two levers on the handle, one is a safety release, and the other one is the firing trigger. It is well engineered that way, and is easy and intuitive to use.

How about the pin, does it show? On the first test pieces, with 5 drops of break in oil, it showed on the pine. After blowing it out with 20 pins, the oil deposits stopped, and all you saw was the pin hole. Does the pin hole become invisible by wiping water on the wood? I am getting critical here, but yes it does show. I was dreaming of the wood swelling, and making the pin hole completely invisible. That didn’t happen in the pine and oak I tested it in. BUT the pin hole is so small, that all but the most critical customers will object to it. I have to admit that it is so tiny, that it couldn’t be any smaller without disappearing altogether. Miniscule is the appropriate word here. It makes an 18 gauge finish nail look like a crater in comparison. For light colored wood it is barely visible, and for medium to dark woods it will disappear altogether. So if you are looking to attach really fine work, like 1/4″ quarter round mldgs, this is just what the doctor ordered.

I tried to be critical of the impression if any the head would leave in the work. When working with oak, even at the highest pressures, it did not leave a mark. Pine on the other hand, required a gentle touch. If you pressed down on the head while firing, it left a tiny impression. If you laid the head gently onto the surface, and fired, it left no impression whatsoever. Considering that pine is so soft, that you can leave an impression in it with your finger nail, I laid to rest any concerns about dimples in the wood.

The air pressure range prescribed by PC is 60 to 100 PSI. It is advisable to stay within that range, whereas excessive pressures can cause problems. I imagine the firing apparatus is designed to ideally work within those ranges, and subjecting it to excessive pressure is reason for concern. I tweaked my regulator on the wall to 105 pounds, which would give me 100 or less at the gun, and it fired well without any difference in the head impression on the work.

So what does all of this mean? Simply put, I love this tool. It does the job beautifully, appears to do so without any suggestion of malfunctioning. I have the Porter Cable 16 gauge, and the 18 gauge both in the BN 125A and the 200A, and this makes my fourth PC finish level nailer, and not one of them has given me any problems. (They can misfire if you run them dry. I guess that is why PC always includes a squeeze bottle of oil with every nailer.)

This is a keeper. I bought the other size pin nails as well. They come in 1/2″, 5/8″, 3/4″, and 1 inch. It comes with the 3/4″, so I picked up the other sizes.
I am looking forward to using the PC PIN100 in doing the fine work. You can spend a lot of time, and get a large project to really look fine, but the small details can make the difference of looking like artwork, or a signature of a less skilled practitioner. This tool will make you an artist, on the detail work. Highly recommended.

81 of 83 people found the following review helpful.
NOT a nail gun, it’s a pinner
By Thomas J. Wilson
On commercially made frame and panel doors you will notice two tiny little holes (that have been filled) on the back side of each joint. Even old dogs like me can learn a new trick once and awhile, and this struck me as a brilliant way of NOT being forced to wait for glue to set during the assembly process of frame and panel doors. My last project had 82 frame and panel doors and finished panels, and even gluing up two at a time in one set of clamps, I ran out of clamps pretty quick and then had to wait at least an hour prior to the assembly of more. My current project has 56 framed panels in 3/4″ thick Western Red Cedar, Pine and Iroko so I decided to try a new way of assembly rather than play the waiting game. My PC pinner was purchased for just this purpose and I’m happy to report that this technique works like a charm and the glue joints remain tight while the glue sets AND the pin holes are truly “pin holes”. On my current project the back-side of the panels is not visible so therefore I don’t need to fill these holes, but on “good two side” projects these holes will not be an issue to fill.

The longer the panel sits in clamps the better chance the glue has to “grab”. To facilitate this I used two sets of clamps. I glued and assembled one panel in the first set of clamps, fired 5/8″ pins into the joints and let that sit while I assembled a second panel in the second set of clamps. The clamps pull the joint together and the 5/8″ long pins perfectly “pin” the tenon in the joint and hold the frame together once released from the clamps. Once the third panel was assembled I went back and removed the first panel from the clamps and set it aside to allow the glue to completely set, by the time I got back to the first panel the glue had just enough time to grab and the joint didn’t budge. Just remember that they are 23 gauge pins and are there only to hold things together until the glue does it’s job, so you can’t be reefing on the joints until the glue has been completely set. In this alternating method I assembled all 56 panels in less than a day, totally cool! I estimated it would have taken the better part of a week to have done the same in the “traditional” way with only clamps.

The PC pinner performed flawlessly even without “PC brand” pins and regardless of the material (Western Red Cedar is like hard butter and Iroko is just as hard and stringy as Elm) the pins were set perfectly each and every time at 100 psi. For everyone who has used nail guns, you do have a tendency to push down prior to firing a nail to push back the safety arm. This pinner has a trigger safety on it that you pull back with your finger, so there is no requirement to push down, just set the nose on the surface and pull the trigger. There is a bit of bounce back but I found that even on Western Red Cedar I could avoid a large “nose dint” by using care in how I held the gun against the surface of the material. I can see how this gun would be very easy to jamb as the pins have no head. The pins have an arrow on them indicating which way they get inserted in the gun for good reason. The ram is tiny and must be machined to very tight tolerances (which contributes greatly to the high cost of such a small and specialized tool), I would imagine that if the ram gets distorted or damaged in any way this gun will be problematic from there ever-after. So handle and use this tool with care, if ever there was a nail gun to put the prescribed drop of oil in prior to use this is it. I’m sure I will find a million other uses for this gun over time, but for now I’m very pleased that it worked like a charm for the purpose I bought if for. You’ve got to love it when a new tool pays for itself on the first job!

One other piece of advice, this is NOT the gun for you if you are looking for a “nail gun”. This is a “pinner” and should ONLY be used for that purpose. It can fire pins between 1/2″ and 1″ in length ONLY, most nail guns can fire nails from 3/4″ to 2 1/2″ in length. For general nailing buy a gun that fires 18 or 15 gauge nails, they are relatively cheap, much more durable and the nails are cheaper. Made in Taiwan yes, but made to very high standards so I have nothing disparaging to say on that front. Highly recommended.

80 of 86 people found the following review helpful.
You Could Have Heard A Pin…
By Marc Ruby™
By accident, I managed to have an opportunity to compare both this abd the Senco pin nailer in close combat. Actually, the accident was one too many jams with the Senco when I was in an irritable mood, which became the occasion for returning the one and buying the Porter-Cable. The second time through, I knew I had done the right thing.

The project at hand required a lot of crawling around and under, and using several different lengths of pins. The PIN100 never jammed. In retrospect the only small irritations occurred before I got used to the trigger safety. Which insisted on doing what it was supposed to do – keeping me from pinning myself. This is a very light-weight, easy to work tool – perfect for hobbyists and for professionals.

The nail size adjustment is automatic, if you follow the instructions. One thing to keep in mind is that the pins get driven below the surface only erratically. But they never stopped above the surface either. But remember to work with the air at about 100 psi. I wound up taking a nail and grinding the tip a bit to sink the pins, and this worked fine. On dark wood or with some carefil placement, they pretty much disappear.

The best recommendation I can give is that I find myself reaching for the PIN100 a lot when I’m gluing up small joinery. It has saved me a lot of time and added an extra element of security. I think that if you try it, you will see what I mean.

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Porter Cable Pin100 1 2 Inch To 1 Inch Photo

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Porter Cable Pin100 1 2 Inch To 1 Inch Photo

Porter Cable Pin100 1 2 Inch To 1 Inch Photo

Porter Cable Pin100 1 2 Inch To 1 Inch Pic

Porter Cable Pin100 1 2 Inch To 1 Inch Photo

Yard Butler Ca 36 Compost Aerator

Our Compost Turner Aerator mixes compost without the use of a shovel or heavy lifting. Helps aerate and circulate compost, introducing oxygen necessitated for microbes and furthering more immediate decomposition. Folding wings harpoon into the heart of the compost pile, opening when withdrawn. Extra durable, all steel construction. Operation is simple! Thrust the aerator directly into the center of your compost pile, and as you pull up, the folding wings will open and turn the compost. Repeat until your compost is exhaustively mixed. Yard Butler warrantees all Yard Butler tools for life versus any defects in fabricating or materials.

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1834 in Lawn & Patio
• Color: Silver
• Brand: Yard Butler
• Model: CA-36
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 37.00″ h x 10.00″ w x 1.00″ l, 2.20 pounds

• Folding wings harpoon into the heart of the compost pile, opening when withdrawn
• Mixes compost without the use of a shovel or heavy lifting
• Helps aerate and circulate compost, introducing oxygen necessitated for microbes and advancing rapidly and without delay decomposition
• Extra durable, all steel construction
• Lifetime warranty

45 of 45 people found the following review helpful.
Better than nothing for enclosed compost bins
By Barbara B.
The best way to turn a compost heap is to get a garden fork and just go to town, but if you have those closed plastic bins (like I do now), that’s not a viable option.

That’s why I bought this compost tool and it’s better than nothing since at least it helps move the compost around. However, it’s not easy to push the tool down into the heap and half the time, the tines don’t open up when you pull it back up. The tines are also quite short, so they don’t catch much when they do open.

Still, I haven’t found a better alternative and if you use a up and down motion (rather like churning butter) it helps somewhat.

In short, I give it a qualified recommendation if you have no other way of turning your contained compost pile.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful.
Perfect for the enclosed compost bin
By Jim
This item came quickly and looks to be very well made. If you have a plastic compost bin, this is an must-have item. I’ve found that jabbing the tool into the compost a few times (without completely removing the tool from the compost prior to each jab) will get it to the bottom of the heap in no time. Then, rock it back and forth while pulling upward. The rocking action will cause the wings to deploy outward (I have no idea why this is) and also create a hole down through the pile. And that air hole should help accelerate the decaying process.

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful.
it’s decent
By edward wabeck
i’ve had my yard butler for about 1 month. i have one of those barrel type composters that’s next to impossible to be able to turn over and aerate the contents, this item works well. the only wish i could have for it, is if the wings that open on it were a little bit longer, i have to stick it into the composter several times to really turn the stuff over. that said, i would still recommend it, it’s a nifty tool that solved my problem. ed

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Yard Butler Ca 36 Compost Aerator Photo

Yard Butler Ca 36 Compost Aerator Photo

Yard Butler Ca 36 Compost Aerator Picture

Yard Butler Ca 36 Compost Aerator Photo

Yard Butler Ca 36 Compost Aerator Picture

Yard Butler Ca 36 Compost Aerator Photo

Cold Steel Rubber Training Military Classic

Now you may exercise with a good deal of of our most standard knife designs, in relative safety, with our new rubber training knives. We have rubber training versions of our Peace Keeper™ I, the R1 Military Classic, Recon Tanto, and the Black Bear Classic. Each has been conservatively fashioned to look as realistic as possible so they may be efficaciously employed in solo practice, training drills, disarm drills, and demonstrations and any other action where you want a somewhat close approximation of realism but not the extreme risk and risk affiliated with an actual knife. The Santoprene rubber blades are soft sufficient to prevent the likelihood of most bodily injury. They do however, have a level of firmness that might cause injury to the face or the eyes, so it is commended that suitable eye shelter or a fencing mask is applied at all times when using a Cold Steel rubber training knife.

• Amazon Sales Rank: #4942 in Sports & Outdoors
• Brand: Cold Steel
• Model: 92R14R1
• Released on: 2010-08-11
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: .20 pounds

• Innovative cutlery company Cold Steel’s most popular knives, including this Military Classic, are now available in safe, rubberized trainer editions
• Ideal for solo practice, training, and demonstrations
• Made of lasting Santoprene
• 6.75-inch blade length, 11.5-inch overall length, and 3.2-ounce weight
• Includes fixed manufacturer’s warranty; details included with purchase

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful.
Great bang for buck training knife
By Laplace Transform
This could be one of the best value training knives on the market!

Design: This trainer is made to simulate the Cold Steel R1 Military Classic knife, as mentioned in the product description. It’s a WWII-era design, and is based on the Randall Model 1. The R1 Classic (real knife) is 11 5/8″ long with a 7″ blade. The trainer is 11 1/2″ long with a 6 3/4″ blade. Nearly identical, the real knife is only slightly longer, similar to a traditional Bowie or USMC Ka-Bar. From an offensive training perspective, I prefer my trainer to be slightly shorter than what I carry.

Handle: The checkering on the handle is great, adds realism and definitely improves grip when hands are sweaty. The large hilt is accurate and stiff, adds so much to disarm drills and the overall appearance of being a real weapon.

Blade: The blade portion is stiff! Always wear proper personal protective equipment when using this, or any, training tool. You only get one set of eyes. There is some side-to-side flex but much less than with a lot of other rubber trainers. The blade portion is thick, and quite durable. Well rounded point. The heft isn’t like that of a real blade, there is no metal shank or ability to add weight if desired. While that is a drawback, it also improves safety.

If you train with a group, or run a gym/dojo, having a handful of these available just seems like a great bargain. Full-size, durable, realistic, for $9 each. Really can’t beat that in my book.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful.
Great Training tool and fun, too!
By Christopher D. Scott
I’ll repeat here what I said about the Cold Steel Tanto training knife:
Decided to pick this up to assist in training. For how much this cost, it is an excellent product: it is heavy duty, yet flexible enough not to really harm someone (unless you stupidly gouge them in the eyes!); has excellent detail in the checkering on the grip; it is life size so it’s realistic; anyone wanting a training knife or a knife for a Halloween costume prop should pick one of these up.
One detail I like about this knife is the guard is prominent, like on a full size knife of this design. Again, I think this aids in training. Highly recommended.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.
AWESOME!
By Bushido
This is a DURABLE training blade! Perfect for both offensive and unarmed-defensive practice! Would make the purchase again.

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Cold Steel Rubber Training Military Classic Picture

Cold Steel Rubber Training Military Classic Photo

Cold Steel Rubber Training Military Classic Picture

Cold Steel Rubber Training Military Classic Image

Cold Steel Rubber Training Military Classic Photo

Cold Steel Rubber Training Military Classic Pic

• Amazon Sales Rank: #12126 in Home Improvement
• Brand: DEWALT
• Model: DCD760B
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 4.06″ h x 9.19″ w x 8.69″ l,

• Lightweight design minimizes user fatigue
• Dual speed range 0-500/0-1700 rpm delivers optimal performance
• LED work light provides increased visibility in confined spaces
• Compact size (8.2-inch) allows users to fit into tight spaces
• Tool only (batteries and charger sold separately)

Featuring a lightweight design to help cut down on user fatigue, the DEWALT DCD760B 1/2-Inch 18-Volt Cordless Compact Drill/Driver is idealisti for heavy-duty, all-day jobs. This tool provides first-rate performance, a dual speed range, lasting construction, and ergonomics. Ideal for professional applications, this compact drill/driver is a must-have for any occupation website or shop. 1/2-Inch 18-Volt Cordless Compact Drill/Driver At a Glance: Compact, lightweight drill/driver fits in tight spaces Dual speed range (0-500/0-1,700 rpm) for optimal performance LED work light provides increased visibility in confined spaces Weighs 3 pounds Backed by a fixed 3-year warranty; 90-day money-back guarantee This lasting drill/driver is idealisti for a potpourri of drilling and fastening applications. View larger. Ideal for Professionals or Weekend Warriors Compatible with all DEWALT batteries (sold separately), the DEWALT DCD760B 18-Volt Compact Drill/Driver has 350 unit-watts-out greatest or most complete or best possible power, 17 clutch settings, and a 1/2-inch ratcheting chuck for powerful, consistent performance in a range of dissimilar materials. It’s idealisti for everything from basic maintenance to more innovative reconstructing work. Or rely on it for jobs like building a deck, installing cabinetry, putting up trim, and more. Dual Speed for Versatile Performance With DCD760B it’s easy to match the rectify speed to the job. Its dual speed range (0-500/0-1,700 rpm) increments skillfulness and flexibility, so you may tackle a range of apps with ease. Lightweight, Compact Design Ideal for Tight Spaces Weighing only 4 pounds with battery (not included) and measuring 8.2 inches, this drill has a lightweight design that minimizes strain on wrists and hands. The compact design likewise combines with the built-in LED work light to make work more comfortable in confined, narrow spaces. Warranty Information The DEWALT DCD760B 1/2-Inch 18-Volt Cordless Compact Drill/Driver is backed by a fixed three-year warranty, 90-day money-back guarantee, and one-year free service contract. What’s in the Box 1/2-Inch 18-Volt Cordless Compact Drill/Driver and manual. The Dewalt DCD760B 1/2-inch (13mm) 18-volt cordless compact drill/driver provides users with first-rate performance and durability along with particular ergonomics. The dual speed range, from 0-500/0-1700 rpm, delivers optimal performance. This tool has 350 UWO greatest or most complete or best possible power, 17 clutch settings, and a 1/2-inch plastic, ratcheting chuck. Weighing only 4.0 pounds with battery (DC9181 not included), the lightweight design minimizes user fatigue (3.0 pounds–tool only). The compact (8.2-inch) design and featured LED work light make work posing no difficulty in confined spaces. The Dewalt DCD760B is covered by a warranty package that includes: 90-day cash back guarantee, 1-year free service contract, and a 3-year fixed warranty. The Dewalt DCD760B 1/2-inch (13mm) 18-volt cordless compact drill/driver (tool only) is sold one item per package.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful.
Light Weight 18v Drill for Wife
By Ted Hancock
I already had six 18v tools when one of my drills died. My wife has never been able to use a full size drill driver due to the weight. This unit is not as powerful, but is more practical for those with less forearm strength or when you are going to be using it for a long time. I took off one star because, even on Amazon, it’s way too expensive for what you get. The $80 price tag for a light drill with no battery or accessories is pretty crazy when you think about it.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful.
Solid construction/a little noisy
By Steve Johnson
My drill showed up literally as I was putting up shelves on a concrete wall. The batttery charger died on my old B&D drill and this one was just great for driving concrete screw anchors. Love the LED light!. Great power. This was a tool only purchase as I already have a cordless circular saw, so I know the Dewalt XRP battey packs are supurb. Only thing I did not like was the sound. At 3/4 speed or greater, it is noisy and not smooth sounding. When you release the trigger it stops on a dime. Also liked the ratcheting chuck.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful.
Great Replacement Drill
By gtmac
Great product. The batteries for my original 18V DEWALT drill still worked, so I bought this drill as a replacement. It was cheaper than buying an entire new new DEWALT drill. Shipped within advertised duration. Product works great.

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Bare Tool Dewalt Dcd760b 1 2 Inch Photo

Bare Tool Dewalt Dcd760b 1 2 Inch Pic

Bare Tool Dewalt Dcd760b 1 2 Inch Picture

Bare Tool Dewalt Dcd760b 1 2 Inch Picture

Bare Tool Dewalt Dcd760b 1 2 Inch Picture

Streamlight 51010 Twin Task 3c 9 Inch Uv

Water immune machined aluminum flashlight. Features abination of 3-375 AND 3-390 ultra-violet LED’s and 1 focusable xenon bulb. Uses 3 C batteries not included. 9.00 in. long. Weighs .989 lbs. Lanyard included. Ideal for determining fraudulent documents where concealed ink is known to be used: driver’s lecenses credit cards vehicle registrations etc.ATTRIBUTES Batteries Included: No Bulb: 3.6 Volt Xenon 390 Nm UV LED x 3 375 Nm UV LED x 3 Burn Time: 5 Hours Carry System: Lanyard Finish: Black Anodized Material: Aluminum Output (lumens): 57 Overall Length (inches): 9.00 Power Source: C x 3 Special Features: 3 Modes Submersible: No Switch: Push Button

• Amazon Sales Rank: #6646 in Home Improvement
• Size: 7
• Color: Black
• Brand: Streamlight
• Model: 51010
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 9.02″ h x 1.68″ w x 1.68″ l, 1.00 pounds

• Anodized machined aluminum alloy body; Enhanced Knurled grip
• Lens is unbreakable polycarbonate with scratch immune coat
• 3.6-volt, 0.9-amp high-pressure Xenon, three 390 Nm and three 375 Nm ultra violet LEDs
• O-ring sealed for water resistance
• Measures nine inches

28 of 28 people found the following review helpful.
Expensive, but it WORKS!
By G. Foltz
Bought this for scorpion hunting. Almost got the cheaper version that didn’t have the 375nm. I think I would’ve been very disappointed in saving that $10. The 375nm is the only one I use–it is MUCH brighter and useful than the other (390nm), both for carpet stains and scorpions. And having the bright white xenon option makes it very versatile when I encounter something I just want to light up. It’s an awesome flashlight, well-made. I really needed it, so I don’t regret spending the money, but I still think it’s overpriced.

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful.
The Streamlight Twin-Task 3C UV -LED Flashlight
By R. W. Gauer
I purchased the Streamlight Twin-Task 3C 9 Inch UV Flashlight, Black (#51010) about a month ago. I’d done a little research online regarding UV lights, especially portable LED Ultraviolet sources and decided, since this light had two UV frequencies of 375 and 390 Nm (the Streamlight Twin-Task 3C 9 Inch UV Flashlight, Titanium #51018, selling for about 1/3 less, uses 6 LEDs to provide just one frequency of 390 Nm), this light might be slightly more useful overall. Since I didn’t buy both to compare, I can’t…
But I can say that this flashlight is a good quality unit that equals other Streamlight products in quality. I’ve used a rechargeable Streamlight Xenon flashlight daily in my profession for the last ten years and for my money, so far, it can’t be beat! And, this UV/visible spectrum flashlight is great: it puts out far more UV light than I expected to get out of a flashlight with six LEDs. The Xenon lamp puts out a very useful amount of visible spectrum light (to see what you’re ‘really’ looking at. I’m pleased with my purchase, hope you are too!

36 of 39 people found the following review helpful.
Big, Solid, and neat UV
By Charles Hepburn II
I’m quite versed with the world of flashlights. I frequent CandlePowerForums a lot, so I know a bunch about this type of stuff. With that said…

I bought this light because I wanted to have both long and short wave lengths of UV light, that way if one thing didn’t light up with one wavelength, it was sure to light up with the other. Make sure you buy the Black one for this dual UV light feature.

The overall construction of this light is pretty solid and hefty. The weight of the 3 C batteries adds to the heft, but even without them, it’s a beefy light with aggressive knurling. I’m pretty sure the anodizing is only type II, and NOT type III hard anodizing, which is a shame, but not a deal breaker.

Besides not having a HA-III coating, the only other thing I can complain about as far as the construction quality is the cheap plastic reflector.

I’m not sure if this light has regulated power output or not, but I seriously doubt it.

The incandescent bulb produces a decent amount of light, but the reflector and optics produce an ugly beam pattern with artifacts and asymmetries.

The UV lights are very neat and really do the job that UV light is intended for, but they aren’t bright enough to get a wow factor in the day. Wait until night time and walk around your house with the house lights off… very cool to see everything.

So overall, I’m glad I have this light because of the neat things you can do with the dual wavelength UV light. I see the white incandescent bulb main light as just a bonus, icing on the cake type of thing. It just means that if I bring this light to somewhere to play with the UV, I won’t have to also lug around a regular white light in case I need to see regular in the dark.

I wish it was smaller and used 1 or 2 CR123A batteries instead though.

Pretty good and neat light overall.

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Streamlight 51010 Twin Task 3c 9 Inch Uv Image

Streamlight 51010 Twin Task 3c 9 Inch Uv Pic

Streamlight 51010 Twin Task 3c 9 Inch Uv Picture

Streamlight 51010 Twin Task 3c 9 Inch Uv Picture

Streamlight 51010 Twin Task 3c 9 Inch Uv Pic

Streamlight 51010 Twin Task 3c 9 Inch Uv Pic